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Book Tour: Day Three
Today we have a brand new interview with The Creatively Green Write at Home Mom here:
http://www.creativelygreen.blogspot.c...
A spotlight post at Books and Tales here:
http://booksandtales.blogspot.co.uk/2...
and, the Book Giveaway continues at any and all of the Book Tour Blog Stops...
http://www.creativelygreen.blogspot.c...
A spotlight post at Books and Tales here:
http://booksandtales.blogspot.co.uk/2...
and, the Book Giveaway continues at any and all of the Book Tour Blog Stops...
Paranormal Pop Fiction??
From my guest blog at Mythical Books:
( http://www.mythicalbooks.blogspot.ro/... )
Defining a genre: What is Paranormal Pop Fiction?
When I started writing The Devil’s Jukebox I knew that it was “Fantasy”. Beyond that, I wasn’t sure. I wanted to finish the story first and then figure out what it was. That may have been a mistake, but I didn’t want the genre to define the book—I wanted the book to find its own genre.
I toyed with YA, but the characters grew up and probably smoked too many cigarettes. There’s some paranormal and romantic elements, but it doesn’t work as a Paranormal Romance. It’s fiction, and there are definitely supernatural elements. It’s set in an urban environment, and deals with fantasy—but is it Supernatural Fiction or is it Urban Fantasy? Paranormal Fiction?
These genres are loosely defined, but I wanted something to stand behind. First, I thought Supernatural Fiction. Nope—this is traditionally tied to ghost stories, and more recently, horror fiction. The Devil’s Jukebox holds a little horror, but also mystery, music, and poetry. There’s art, humor, compassion, and conflict. I did want to keep the “Fiction” part, though.
Then Urban Fantasy—this would have been the genre of choice if this was written twenty years ago. While The Devil’s Jukebox may look like another entry into the Urban Fantasy milieu, it really isn’t. When I started writing the book I wanted the act of reading it to be similar to walking through a crowded record store and reading a horror comic while a poetry slam took place outside. I wanted High Fidelity meets On The Road meets The Vampire Lestat. Between start and finish, my vision shifted, but so did the Urban Fantasy genre. Now it seems to be full of seductive vampires, sexy werewolves and lusty demon hunters. Urban Fantasy as a genre has been co-opted by Paranormal Romance, and that’s not my world.
So does that leave Paranormal Fiction? I believe this is the umbrella genre, covering UF and SF; but what about something that fits into both, or neither. Some literary version of Shoegaze or Post-Punk, a fictional Britpop or Darkwave. A subgenre with a twist.
That’s where I wanted to be. Paranormal with a pop culture twist. I wanted to have something that would stand out. I wanted something that might get those invested in Literary Fiction, those who dismiss Popular (Genre) Fiction as worthless and clichéd, to give it a second look. So it’s a hit of Pop, for the musical reference; and then also a slight tongue-in-cheek nod to Popular Fiction. Given by someone who appreciates and incorporates elements of Literary Fiction into a paranormal world. This is where Paranormal Pop Fiction lives.
We are dealing with the real world, but there are other planes of reality attached to it. The Muses, The Immortals, The dead. There are vampires and not quite vampires, there are werewolves and shape-shifters, Curses, Voudou, and Magic. There are people who believe in all of that, and those who don’t. There are records, comics, toys, movies. These are characters who have seen the remake of Dark Shadows. These are beings who have seen Bauhaus play live. These are Immortals who just want to enjoy a good drink and listen to some music. These characters live in a literary world of supernatural proportions, where there is a great importance placed on images created; the lyrical flow of words, the emotions given to the reader, the touches of beauty that can sometimes take precedence over plot. This is the world of Paranormal Pop Fiction, and there’s enough room for all of us to live within it.
( http://www.mythicalbooks.blogspot.ro/... )
Defining a genre: What is Paranormal Pop Fiction?
When I started writing The Devil’s Jukebox I knew that it was “Fantasy”. Beyond that, I wasn’t sure. I wanted to finish the story first and then figure out what it was. That may have been a mistake, but I didn’t want the genre to define the book—I wanted the book to find its own genre.
I toyed with YA, but the characters grew up and probably smoked too many cigarettes. There’s some paranormal and romantic elements, but it doesn’t work as a Paranormal Romance. It’s fiction, and there are definitely supernatural elements. It’s set in an urban environment, and deals with fantasy—but is it Supernatural Fiction or is it Urban Fantasy? Paranormal Fiction?
These genres are loosely defined, but I wanted something to stand behind. First, I thought Supernatural Fiction. Nope—this is traditionally tied to ghost stories, and more recently, horror fiction. The Devil’s Jukebox holds a little horror, but also mystery, music, and poetry. There’s art, humor, compassion, and conflict. I did want to keep the “Fiction” part, though.
Then Urban Fantasy—this would have been the genre of choice if this was written twenty years ago. While The Devil’s Jukebox may look like another entry into the Urban Fantasy milieu, it really isn’t. When I started writing the book I wanted the act of reading it to be similar to walking through a crowded record store and reading a horror comic while a poetry slam took place outside. I wanted High Fidelity meets On The Road meets The Vampire Lestat. Between start and finish, my vision shifted, but so did the Urban Fantasy genre. Now it seems to be full of seductive vampires, sexy werewolves and lusty demon hunters. Urban Fantasy as a genre has been co-opted by Paranormal Romance, and that’s not my world.
So does that leave Paranormal Fiction? I believe this is the umbrella genre, covering UF and SF; but what about something that fits into both, or neither. Some literary version of Shoegaze or Post-Punk, a fictional Britpop or Darkwave. A subgenre with a twist.
That’s where I wanted to be. Paranormal with a pop culture twist. I wanted to have something that would stand out. I wanted something that might get those invested in Literary Fiction, those who dismiss Popular (Genre) Fiction as worthless and clichéd, to give it a second look. So it’s a hit of Pop, for the musical reference; and then also a slight tongue-in-cheek nod to Popular Fiction. Given by someone who appreciates and incorporates elements of Literary Fiction into a paranormal world. This is where Paranormal Pop Fiction lives.
We are dealing with the real world, but there are other planes of reality attached to it. The Muses, The Immortals, The dead. There are vampires and not quite vampires, there are werewolves and shape-shifters, Curses, Voudou, and Magic. There are people who believe in all of that, and those who don’t. There are records, comics, toys, movies. These are characters who have seen the remake of Dark Shadows. These are beings who have seen Bauhaus play live. These are Immortals who just want to enjoy a good drink and listen to some music. These characters live in a literary world of supernatural proportions, where there is a great importance placed on images created; the lyrical flow of words, the emotions given to the reader, the touches of beauty that can sometimes take precedence over plot. This is the world of Paranormal Pop Fiction, and there’s enough room for all of us to live within it.
Keys To The Sun
Yes, it's been awhile - but there's a new book on the way.
Hopefully available end of May 2016 - Keys To The Sun is a Young Adult (ages 11-16) Supernaturally stained mystery in the vein of the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew by way of The Goonies and Scooby-Doo.
More on this soon!
Cheers,
Marcel
Hopefully available end of May 2016 - Keys To The Sun is a Young Adult (ages 11-16) Supernaturally stained mystery in the vein of the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew by way of The Goonies and Scooby-Doo.
Cheers,
Marcel
New Book Now Available!
KEYS TO THE SUN
“In a city built on legends, the truth is hard to find.”
There is a song about a certain house located somewhere in New Orleans. A house that holds a secret that could shift the balance between good and evil. When three teenagers learn what that secret is, they suddenly find themselves on an adventure that takes them through the French Quarter.
Keys To The Sun is a novel-length, young adult, supernaturally stained mystery based in modern-day New Orleans. Inspired by The Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew, with maybe a little bit of The Goonies and Scooby-Doo.
For young adults aged 11 – 16, old adults who still feel young, and people who love New Orleans, cemeteries, treasure hunts, and good beignets.
Now available in Paperback at Amazon.com : http://amzn.com/1519680732
and Createspace : https://www.createspace.com/5916102
Digital Editions Coming Soon
-M
“In a city built on legends, the truth is hard to find.”
There is a song about a certain house located somewhere in New Orleans. A house that holds a secret that could shift the balance between good and evil. When three teenagers learn what that secret is, they suddenly find themselves on an adventure that takes them through the French Quarter.
Keys To The Sun is a novel-length, young adult, supernaturally stained mystery based in modern-day New Orleans. Inspired by The Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew, with maybe a little bit of The Goonies and Scooby-Doo.
For young adults aged 11 – 16, old adults who still feel young, and people who love New Orleans, cemeteries, treasure hunts, and good beignets.
Now available in Paperback at Amazon.com : http://amzn.com/1519680732
and Createspace : https://www.createspace.com/5916102
Digital Editions Coming Soon
-M
Digital Keys To The Sun
I know you were waiting to get a Shiny Digital Copy of Keys To The Sun for that Kindle thing. Well, hey - It's going to be available June 1st. But... you can actually go Pre-Order that puppy right now.
Looks good for me, you don't have to worry about it anymore, and everybody wins.
https://amzn.com/B01FWERJ0C
Looks good for me, you don't have to worry about it anymore, and everybody wins.
https://amzn.com/B01FWERJ0C
Keys To The SUn Kindle Countdown
Welcome To Thee Special Summer Solstice Keys To The Sun Kindle Countdown Deal!
This special promotion begins on June 20, 2016 at 8:00 AM (PST)
During this first week of summer, the Kindle version of Keys To The Sun will be moving through it's own phases. Starting on June 20th, you will be able to grab a shiny digital copy for only $0.99.
But act fast, because the prices will slowly move back up to the original tag of $5.99 (which is still, I must say, a steal).
June 21, 2016 at 4:00 PM (PST) = $1.99
June 23, 2016 at 12:00 AM (PST) = $2.99
June 24, 2016 at 8:00 AM (PST) = $3.99
June 25, 2016 at 4:00 PM (PST) = $4.99
June 27, 2016 at 12:00 AM (PST) = $5.99
Get it while it's HOT! https://amzn.com/B01FWERJ0C
This special promotion begins on June 20, 2016 at 8:00 AM (PST)
During this first week of summer, the Kindle version of Keys To The Sun will be moving through it's own phases. Starting on June 20th, you will be able to grab a shiny digital copy for only $0.99.
But act fast, because the prices will slowly move back up to the original tag of $5.99 (which is still, I must say, a steal).
June 21, 2016 at 4:00 PM (PST) = $1.99
June 23, 2016 at 12:00 AM (PST) = $2.99
June 24, 2016 at 8:00 AM (PST) = $3.99
June 25, 2016 at 4:00 PM (PST) = $4.99
June 27, 2016 at 12:00 AM (PST) = $5.99
Get it while it's HOT! https://amzn.com/B01FWERJ0C
New Review for Keys To The Sun
Now up at Fanbase Press...
"...There are clues to find, puzzles to decode, nefarious villains to evade, and, of course, more than a few beignets to enjoy in this fun YA romp that doubles as a love letter to a sultry city of the Deep South!..."
http://www.fanbasepress.com/index.php...
"...There are clues to find, puzzles to decode, nefarious villains to evade, and, of course, more than a few beignets to enjoy in this fun YA romp that doubles as a love letter to a sultry city of the Deep South!..."
http://www.fanbasepress.com/index.php...
Keys To The Sun... FREE!
Yes, it's true. For five days only. The Kindle version of Keys To The Sun is free for you.
(or you can get a nice solid paperback version...)
https://amzn.com/1519680732
"Marcel Feldmar’s first YA novel, Keys to the Sun, is a fun read that definitely has elements of both the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew..." - Jodi Scaife, Fanbase Press.
(or you can get a nice solid paperback version...)
https://amzn.com/1519680732
"Marcel Feldmar’s first YA novel, Keys to the Sun, is a fun read that definitely has elements of both the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew..." - Jodi Scaife, Fanbase Press.
New Book on the way
So, I've got a brand new novel coming out. Looking at March 20th, and I'm very excited.
Inspired by alcohol and magic,
Awkward on the Rocks could be the Maltese Falcon of Intoxicated Wizard Novels....
more on this soon!!
Inspired by alcohol and magic,
Awkward on the Rocks could be the Maltese Falcon of Intoxicated Wizard Novels....
The Typewriter Keeps Me Awake at Night
Occasional bursts of something or other from out of the things going on in my head. I'm not the best at consistent "updates" - especially when attempting to juggle all the internetable options... but
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