Ask the Author: Victoria Foyt
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Victoria Foyt
Gretchen, Thank you for the read and your continued interest. The underlying theme of Valentine to Faith mirrors how repeating family patterns, even unknown hidden patterns, can affect subsequent generations. In the case of our heroine Angel, old wounds of secrets and abuse and rigid beliefs have led her to close her heart to love and, like the women before her, dwell in the memories and pain of loss and longing. When she is finally able to reveal the truth to her daughter Faith in a series of letters about their family members, she heals not only her own broken heart, but also helps her daughter reset a more positive course for the future. If you see a way to continue the story, I’d love to hear it! Happy reading, Victoria
Victoria Foyt
One day the underlying similarities between my life and my mother’s struck me. On the surface our worlds were quite different, but underneath the surface we carried the same emotional weights. From there, the idea for Valentine to Faith evolved though I could never have predicted how the novel would magically unfold. The writing process was one of discovery both for my personal story, as well as the character arcs.
I’m currently working on two things: an adaptation of a romantic indie movie I co-wrote, Deja Vu, and also the first book in a mystery series. Deja Vu is the ultimate romantic story in which destiny plays out across generations to bring together a couple of soulmates.
Thanks for reading! Your feedback in very much appreciated!
I’m currently working on two things: an adaptation of a romantic indie movie I co-wrote, Deja Vu, and also the first book in a mystery series. Deja Vu is the ultimate romantic story in which destiny plays out across generations to bring together a couple of soulmates.
Thanks for reading! Your feedback in very much appreciated!
Victoria Foyt
One day I was shocked to see the underlying similarities between my life and my mother’s. On the surface it seemed I had made progress not only in my career, but also my personal freedom in romance. And yet, as soon as I understood that, deep down, I had unknowingly repeated my mother’s emotional patterns, and even my grandmother’s, I was led to the idea for Valentine to Faith. In this novel our heroine Angel, a single mother, has told her daughter Faith a lie about the past in order to protect her from the pattern of loss and longing that has bedeviled their family. When Faith falls for an abusive man with strong beliefs, unknowingly repeating her mother’s mistakes, Angel must divulge her secrets and in the process, open her heart or risk losing the man she loves. Along the way, the Sea Goddess as well as the Victorian shell craft of Sailors’ Valentines bring healing for old wounds and hope for the future.
Victoria Foyt
I would very much like to have a daemon, as in Pullman’s His Dark Materials, a creature that truly understands me and is by my side. I wonder what kind of quasi-animal my daemon would be. How about yours? Its fun to imagine.
Victoria Foyt
Years ago I made a film called Deja Vu about a woman on the verge of settling for marriage to a really nice guy who meets her soul mate through serendipitous events. Unfortunately, the soul mate is happily married or so it seems. When the past is fully revealed, and she understands the forces that have brought true love to her doorstep, she must decide whether to make a safe choice or follow her heart. I’ve always wanted to further explore the idea of how destiny is intertwined with love.
Victoria Foyt
Simply to write. If you wish to be a writer, there is no substitute for the act of writing. I find that most who are inclined to write have a natural talent that only needs development. Once you begin, perhaps slowly or in some rare cases in a fabulous burst, you will find your voice and rhythm.
Victoria Foyt
I find the exploration and development of ideas and characters across a specific theme interesting and also exciting. In particular, if you are open to the creative process, writing a novel is a journey with unexpected twists and turns.
Victoria Foyt
Writer’s block stems from self-doubt about the quality or reception of the work. I call the source of this block or doubt the Internal Critic. When I switched from writing screenplays to novels, I suffered a serious attack from this negative inner voice. If you want to continue to write, you must engage your personal critic. Write down the barbs it throws at your confidence, you know, “Who do you think you are writing a novel?” or “This writing is crap.” Gently respond with as much confidence as you can muster and continue to bravely put words to the page. Eventually, you may gather enough steam to find pleasure in writing while the Internal Critic loses interest, even if only long enough for you to finish a draft.
Victoria Foyt
Since childhood I have been an obsessive reader of fiction. However, in these uncertain times, I thought I might seek answers and solace in non-fiction for a change, perhaps books like, A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle (I loved Power of Now). No doubt I will sneak in a few mystery and romance book as well.
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