The Angels Are Here: An interview with author, Patti Roberts

Today I'm thrilled to have the chance to chat with the author Patti Roberts. First of all Patti, can I ask how you become an author, what inspired you? 

[image error] Therapy.  I was feeling very down and misplaced after a failed relationship and I wanted to do something positive….  I needed to do something positive.  I wanted to herd up all my unresolved emotions and put them to good use.  So I went out and bought a new laptop computer and started writing.  Hence the reason Paradox is a dark read.  A little bit EMO!  Writing has been the best therapy and I have never been happier or more fulfilled!  I highly recommend writing to anyone that finds themselves in a similar predicament.  So to answer your question…  That is how I became and Author and how the Paradox Series was born.

You have recently published two novels: Paradox - The Angles Are Here and Paradox – The Progeny of Innocence.  Could you tell us something about them?
Paradox is a saga that spans over centuries to the present day.  It is about a love that has no boundaries.  A love that lasts forever...  It is about two worlds.  An Ancient World where powerful Beings from Ancient Civilizations still rule. A Realm Where Gods, Angels, Myths and Magic still exists. And a New World...  where a young girl is trapped somewhere in-between the old and the new.



These are listed as being Book 1 and Book 2 in the series. Does this mean we can expect a 3rd book? 
You most certainly can.  Book 3 (which is currently titled Paradox – Bound By Blood) will be released in 2012.


I love the design of your book covers. In fact, I've even featured your first book on my page, Great Book Covers.  Did you design them yourself? 
I purchased the artwork from Dreamstime.com and then added the text etc myself.  There are so many talented artists out there!






When you are not writing, what do you like doing in your free time? 
I enjoy spending time with family and friends.  A game of chess, a movie night, a BBQ on the patio, a good book….  The simple yet very rewarding things life has to offer.


What advice do you have for other authors out there? 
Keep reading, keep writing.  If writing is what you want to do, then don't let anyone tell you otherwise.  And grow a thick skin – you will get some bad reviews, but rather than let them get you down, learn from them.  Good reviews are great.  However, bad reviews are good too - they can be a wealth of valuable information that will guide you into becoming a better writer.  Here is a blog post I have written for this exact topic that has some great comments from other authors: Did you just receive a bad book review?
  
Where can we buy your book?
All the information to find my books in on the Paradox Series blog.   


Finally, do you have any parting comments that you would like to share with us? 
If you are a new writer and are looking for likeminded people and support in the writing community – Join Goodreads.  I have made some wonderful friends there and their support has been amazing.   The writing journey does not have to be taken alone J


That's great advice!  Goodreads is an excellent online community.  Thank you very much Patti for taking the time today to tell us about yourself and your great books.