Character Interview: T. M. Souders & Lexie from "Waiting on Hope"
Please welcome today: T. M. Souders and Lexi, from Waiting on Hope! Thanks to both of them for joining us!
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Mia: What is the name of the book where we'll find you? Can you tell us a little about it?
Lexie: My story is told in the book Waiting On Hope. It is about my journey through tragedy towards hope, as I struggle to come to terms with an unexpected pregnancy resulting from act of betrayl. I have nowhere to turn, so I go home to my parent's farm where I try to find refuge and heal. What I didn't expect was my ex-fiance to jump back into my life and for the feelings I still harbored for him to return.
Mia: Tell us a little about yourself. Where do you fit into the story? What should we know about you?
Lexie: I'm the main character. The story is about my journey. I want you to know that my rape does not define me. I still have my bad days, but I have overcome such odds. I've found happiness again,v despite my past.
Mia: What do you think of the author? Be honest. We won't tell.
Lexie: Ugh! The author is a slave driver! I owe a lot to her though. I wanted to give up on everything, but then she made me go to therapy. It was hard and I was ready to tell her to forget it! I'm glad I listened though. Other wise, I wouldn't be where I am today.
Mia: How do you feel about the story you're in?
Lexie: It's not a story I like to talk about because it was a long hard road, but it had to be told. For some, my story will be uplifting, others may even be able to relate to it. No matter what, I feel it really shows that overcoming tragedy is possible. Love and support help heal, and the resiliency of the human spirit is an amazing thing.
Mia: Do you like being a character in the book?
Lexie: Not really, lol. But I didn't have much choice. The author forced me to share!
Mia: How do you see your future? Without giving anything away about the story, naturally.
Lexie: I see my future as being very bright.
Mia: What do you know about your author's plans? Can we expect to see you in any future stories?
Lexie: No. She started thinking about it, but I told her, "forget it!"
Mia: Let's say they make a movie about this book. Who do you want to play you, and why?
Lexie: Ah! Now we're talking! I would love to be in a movie and have Natalie Portman play me!
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Author Bio: T.M. Souders was born in Johnstown, PA and grew up in a suburb outside of Pittsburgh. She graduated in 2004, from Youngstown State University, with a degree in Psychology and minor in Women's Studies. She is the author of bestselling women's fiction novel, Waiting on Hope, as well as the holiday novelette Dashing Through The Snow. Her young adult novel, Freedom Road, is to be released by the end of the year. She currently lives in rural Ohio with her husband and children. She loves to hear from readers. Please feel free to visit her website and contact her! http://tsouders.com/
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