Complicated Creatures: Alex J Cavanaugh
Yes, I'm here on a Tuesday! And all because of Alex Cavanaugh, who is continuing his blog tour for Cassafire, his new novel. Welcome, Alex! It's early, I need more coffee, so I'll turn you over to him.
Thank you forletting me invade your spot today, Talli! I'm nowhere near as cute as you, buthopefully I can at least amuse…
Women arecomplicated creatures. Admit it! You're complex, multi-faceted, and wrapped inmany layers. (Like parfait, not onions - thank you, Shrek!) You're so observantand you possess this "women's intuition" thing. (Is it like the Sixth Sense? Doyou see dead husbands all the time?) And your emotions range beyond what we caneven imagine. Quite frankly, they are a little frightening.
But hey, I'ma guy! From my perspective, writing about women is a daunting challenge. One Ientered with reservations. But I had no choice. Fans of CassaStar clamored fora female character.
(Insertmoment of panic here.)
So, I heldnothing back. Want a strong female character? Fine! I'll write one so feistythat even Byron may have met his match…
To say Atheeis strong-willed would be an understatement. She is driven, determined, andaccustomed to getting what she wants. A pilot of exceptional quality, she alsopossesses mental abilities that rival Byron's skills. Even worse, Athee isdetermined to figure out what makes the solitary and reclusive Cassan tick.
Obviously,tension ensues!
Will readerslike Athee? I think they'll admire her strengths and determination to succeedin a profession dominated by men. They'll be moved by her motivation andefforts to keep those she loves safe. Readers will enjoy the new relationshipaspect she brings to the story when her world and Byron's collide.
Hopefullythis exercise has given me some insight into the complex female mind.
Now back tofootball and hitting things and other manly stuff. (Does hitting one's Xboxcontroller count?)
Visitthe author's site and leave a comment during his book tour for a chance to winCassaFire, CassaStar, and a CassaFire tote bag and mug!
CassaFire
by Alex J. Cavanaugh
CassaStar was just the beginning…
The Vindicarn War is a distant memory and Byron's days of piloting Cosbolt fighters are over. He has kept the promise he made to his fallen mentor and friend - to probe space on an exploration vessel. Shuttle work is dull, but it's a free and solitary existence. The senior officer is content with his life aboard the Rennather.
The detection of alien ruins sends the exploration ship to the distant planet of Tgren. If their scientists can decipher the language, they can unlock the secrets of this device. Is it a key to the Tgren's civilization or a weapon of unimaginable power? Tensions mount as their new allies are suspicious of the Cassan's technology and strange mental abilities.
To complicate matters, the Tgrens are showing signs of mental powers themselves; the strongest of which belongs to a pilot named Athee, a woman whose skills rival Byron's unique abilities. Forced to train her mind and further develop her flying aptitude, he finds his patience strained. Add a reluctant friendship with a young scientist, and he feels invaded on every level. All Byron wanted was his privacy…
You can visit the author's site at http://alexjcavanaugh.blogspot.com/
Book trailer available at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qa6VINRGtyE.
Barnes andNoble Amazon Amazon Kindle
Thank you, Alex! I'll be back on Friday. Until then, have a great week.

Thank you forletting me invade your spot today, Talli! I'm nowhere near as cute as you, buthopefully I can at least amuse…
Women arecomplicated creatures. Admit it! You're complex, multi-faceted, and wrapped inmany layers. (Like parfait, not onions - thank you, Shrek!) You're so observantand you possess this "women's intuition" thing. (Is it like the Sixth Sense? Doyou see dead husbands all the time?) And your emotions range beyond what we caneven imagine. Quite frankly, they are a little frightening.
But hey, I'ma guy! From my perspective, writing about women is a daunting challenge. One Ientered with reservations. But I had no choice. Fans of CassaStar clamored fora female character.
(Insertmoment of panic here.)
So, I heldnothing back. Want a strong female character? Fine! I'll write one so feistythat even Byron may have met his match…
To say Atheeis strong-willed would be an understatement. She is driven, determined, andaccustomed to getting what she wants. A pilot of exceptional quality, she alsopossesses mental abilities that rival Byron's skills. Even worse, Athee isdetermined to figure out what makes the solitary and reclusive Cassan tick.
Obviously,tension ensues!
Will readerslike Athee? I think they'll admire her strengths and determination to succeedin a profession dominated by men. They'll be moved by her motivation andefforts to keep those she loves safe. Readers will enjoy the new relationshipaspect she brings to the story when her world and Byron's collide.
Hopefullythis exercise has given me some insight into the complex female mind.
Now back tofootball and hitting things and other manly stuff. (Does hitting one's Xboxcontroller count?)
Visitthe author's site and leave a comment during his book tour for a chance to winCassaFire, CassaStar, and a CassaFire tote bag and mug!
CassaFire
by Alex J. Cavanaugh
CassaStar was just the beginning…
The Vindicarn War is a distant memory and Byron's days of piloting Cosbolt fighters are over. He has kept the promise he made to his fallen mentor and friend - to probe space on an exploration vessel. Shuttle work is dull, but it's a free and solitary existence. The senior officer is content with his life aboard the Rennather.
The detection of alien ruins sends the exploration ship to the distant planet of Tgren. If their scientists can decipher the language, they can unlock the secrets of this device. Is it a key to the Tgren's civilization or a weapon of unimaginable power? Tensions mount as their new allies are suspicious of the Cassan's technology and strange mental abilities.
To complicate matters, the Tgrens are showing signs of mental powers themselves; the strongest of which belongs to a pilot named Athee, a woman whose skills rival Byron's unique abilities. Forced to train her mind and further develop her flying aptitude, he finds his patience strained. Add a reluctant friendship with a young scientist, and he feels invaded on every level. All Byron wanted was his privacy…
You can visit the author's site at http://alexjcavanaugh.blogspot.com/
Book trailer available at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qa6VINRGtyE.
Barnes andNoble Amazon Amazon Kindle
Thank you, Alex! I'll be back on Friday. Until then, have a great week.
Published on March 06, 2012 07:48
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