Wes Brown

Wes Brown asked Richard Nell:

Up there. Sorry that wasn't really a question, I just really thought you deserved my admiration. My question was 'Is Ruka ispired by two of my all time favourite characters in fantasy? As although he is an enthralling, complex character himself, he almost seems like a cross breed of a certain K....s and C...r. Taking nothing away from him, he is my favourite new literary character. My fantasy saviour

Richard Nell Hi Wes - I'll answer two for one! Well, first that's gratifying to hear, I'm very pleased you've enjoyed the books. I do the same kinds of comparisons and sometimes need genre breaks. Historical fiction is my go-to, as the depth of the research usually blows my mind and puts me squarely in my place.

Ruka inspiration...that's tough. There is some from Thomas Harris' Hannibal Lecter. But he's really an amalgam of things, and I've been rather obsessed with the character for a couple years. Hopefully, when the series is finished this year, he'll be a bit purged from my soul...

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Göran Kämpe

Göran Kämpe asked Richard Nell:

I just finished the audio version of "Kings of Paradise", and I I really enjoyed it. Best "read" of 2020 for me! (Thanks to Mikes book review on youtube for the recommendation). As a visually impaired "reader", I have to ask if there are any plans for audio versions for the rest of the series? I'm really chomping at the bit to know what happens.

Matt

Matt asked Richard Nell:

Hi Richard, First, big fan here and I can't wait to read Kings of Heaven. Is it correct that you self-published your novels? If so, do you have anywhere that you talk about your self publishing journey, advice, etc.? I'm so impressed by what you've achieved, I want to know how you did it all! Best wishes

Marc *Dark Reader with a Thousand Young! Iä!*

Marc *Dark Reader with a Thousand Young! Iä!* asked Richard Nell:

What prompted the pivot from epic fantasy to harem litRPG (as Pierce Grey)? Is it more fun to write? More lucrative at the moment? I just inhaled Kings of Paradise and will definitely read The First Great Game also.

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