Interview With... Gabriella Lepore
To all who are reading this,
Join me on this fantastical journey as I meet fellow Crushing Hearts and Black Butterfly Publishing author, Gabriella Lepore and learn more about her novel, Evanescent.
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Name: Gabriella Lepore
Age: 28
Location: Wales, UK
Hi Gabriella, thanks for joining me! So what are three interesting facts about yourself that you'd like to share with the readers?
1. I love witches.
2. I rarely make it through an entire movie.
3. I'm scared of fish.
What made you want to be a writer?
I've always wanted to be a writer, ever since I can remember. It was just something I felt was right for me.
What motivates you to write?
I enjoy the whole process, and if I'm really involved in a project, I can't wait to get home and work on it! I find that listening to music is probably my best motivator.
Do you have a particular writing process?
I like to visit new places when I'm trying to come up with book ideas. I always write the rough drafts in notebooks first, then when I transfer it to my laptop, I can change and develop the plot as I go along.
How do you manage the deadly problem that is writers block?
Give in to it! I often try to write when I have writers block, but then I look back at what I've done and can see that nothing flows or works. That's why I think it's better to just accept it, and when the time's right, inspiration will come to you.
What is a piece of writing advice that you will always remember?
Only write if you're enjoying it. If you're not enjoying writing it, how can you expect anyone to enjoy reading it.
What is the most influential book you have ever read, and why do you think so?
Probably Pentecost and the Chosen One by W J Corbett. I love W J Corbett's sense of humour and wit. It made me want to write eccentric characters - my favourite kind of character!
Have you derived inspiration from your home or from anywhere you have visited?
Always from places; forests, old buildings, castles. Anywhere that looks vaguely haunted.
Your first major publication for Crushing Hearts and Black Butterfly is Evanescent. Have you had any publications prior to this?
Yes, I have three YA novels: The Witches of the Glass Castle, How I Found You and Evanescent. They're all supernatural, and each explore witchcraft in different forms.
What is Evanescent about? It certainly sounds interesting!
The book begins when Bronwen is woken in the night by her grandmother who warns her about a supernatural threat to her life. Bronwen is forced to go in search of three mysterious boys who've made their home in a castle in the hills, in the hope that they will help her. As the story unravels, secrets are revealed and Bronwen learns that the boys have been made immortal by a witch's curse. To fight for Browen's life, the boys as for one thing in return: freedom for their own lives.
What drove you to write about the supernatural world?
I love all things supernatural! It captures the imagination like nothing else.
On your website, it mentions that you hold writing workshops and events. Could you tell us more about these events and your thoughts on such?
Yes, for the past couple of years I've been visiting schools and libraries to promote literacy. Usually I'll begin with a group discussion, followed by construction of a short story. It's been a fantastic experience, and I've loved doing the workshops. I've met some amazingly talented kids along the way!
Are you planning on continuing Evanescent as a series, and what does the future hold for you as a writer?
At the moment, there isn't a follow up to Evanescent, but maybe I'll do something in the future. I'm working on a new YA at the moment, and hopefully many more to come!
Thanks for such a fantastic interview Gabriella!
Be sure to check out Evanescent on Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble. You can also find Gabriella here:
https://www.facebook.com/facebook#!/pages/Gabriella-Lepore-Books/240139339377522?fref=ts
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Yours, with eternal ink,
Zoe
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Currently reading: The Trouble With Fate by Leigh Evans.
Join me on this fantastical journey as I meet fellow Crushing Hearts and Black Butterfly Publishing author, Gabriella Lepore and learn more about her novel, Evanescent.
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Name: Gabriella LeporeAge: 28
Location: Wales, UK
Hi Gabriella, thanks for joining me! So what are three interesting facts about yourself that you'd like to share with the readers?
1. I love witches.
2. I rarely make it through an entire movie.
3. I'm scared of fish.
What made you want to be a writer?
I've always wanted to be a writer, ever since I can remember. It was just something I felt was right for me.
What motivates you to write?
I enjoy the whole process, and if I'm really involved in a project, I can't wait to get home and work on it! I find that listening to music is probably my best motivator.
Do you have a particular writing process?
I like to visit new places when I'm trying to come up with book ideas. I always write the rough drafts in notebooks first, then when I transfer it to my laptop, I can change and develop the plot as I go along.
How do you manage the deadly problem that is writers block?
Give in to it! I often try to write when I have writers block, but then I look back at what I've done and can see that nothing flows or works. That's why I think it's better to just accept it, and when the time's right, inspiration will come to you.
What is a piece of writing advice that you will always remember?
Only write if you're enjoying it. If you're not enjoying writing it, how can you expect anyone to enjoy reading it.
What is the most influential book you have ever read, and why do you think so?
Probably Pentecost and the Chosen One by W J Corbett. I love W J Corbett's sense of humour and wit. It made me want to write eccentric characters - my favourite kind of character!
Have you derived inspiration from your home or from anywhere you have visited?
Always from places; forests, old buildings, castles. Anywhere that looks vaguely haunted.
Your first major publication for Crushing Hearts and Black Butterfly is Evanescent. Have you had any publications prior to this?
Yes, I have three YA novels: The Witches of the Glass Castle, How I Found You and Evanescent. They're all supernatural, and each explore witchcraft in different forms.
What is Evanescent about? It certainly sounds interesting!
The book begins when Bronwen is woken in the night by her grandmother who warns her about a supernatural threat to her life. Bronwen is forced to go in search of three mysterious boys who've made their home in a castle in the hills, in the hope that they will help her. As the story unravels, secrets are revealed and Bronwen learns that the boys have been made immortal by a witch's curse. To fight for Browen's life, the boys as for one thing in return: freedom for their own lives.What drove you to write about the supernatural world?
I love all things supernatural! It captures the imagination like nothing else.
On your website, it mentions that you hold writing workshops and events. Could you tell us more about these events and your thoughts on such?
Yes, for the past couple of years I've been visiting schools and libraries to promote literacy. Usually I'll begin with a group discussion, followed by construction of a short story. It's been a fantastic experience, and I've loved doing the workshops. I've met some amazingly talented kids along the way!
Are you planning on continuing Evanescent as a series, and what does the future hold for you as a writer?
At the moment, there isn't a follow up to Evanescent, but maybe I'll do something in the future. I'm working on a new YA at the moment, and hopefully many more to come!
Thanks for such a fantastic interview Gabriella!
Be sure to check out Evanescent on Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble. You can also find Gabriella here:
https://www.facebook.com/facebook#!/pages/Gabriella-Lepore-Books/240139339377522?fref=ts
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Yours, with eternal ink,
Zoe
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Currently reading: The Trouble With Fate by Leigh Evans.
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