T.E. Kessler's Blog: Jelvia: Not Human

In 2010, a solitary figure stands at the edge of a bridge, teetering on the precipice between life and death. With a momentous decision hanging in the balance, she takes a step back, choosing to embrace the uncertain journey ahead.

Fast forward to 2011, and the young woman finds herself ensnared in a web of intrigue and mystery. It's revealed that a mysterious entity has been deployed to dissuade her from her chosen path, to challenge the resolve she thought she had solidified on that fateful day. Concurrently, she learns of a daunting task entrusted to her—to thwart the emergence of a malevolent force, a darkness that threatens to engulf everything in its path.

Head over to Book Buddy for the character interview. https://louisewise.blogspot.com/2024/...

In 2010, a solitary figure stands at the edge of a bridge, teetering on the precipice between life and death. With a momentous decision hanging in the balance, she takes a step back, choosing to embrace the uncertain journey ahead.

Fast forward to 2011, and the young woman finds herself ensnared in a web of intrigue and mystery. It's revealed that a mysterious entity has been deployed to dissuade her from her chosen path, to challenge the resolve she thought she had solidified on that fateful day. Concurrently, she learns of a daunting task entrusted to her—to thwart the emergence of a malevolent force, a darkness that threatens to engulf everything in its path.

Head over to Book Buddy for the character interview. https://louisewise.blogspot.com/2024/...

(interview over on the blog)
Zarina sa'Der is a category one memory witness trained to work with the most vulnerable victims of violent crimes. Her last court case left her with nightmares, which required her to take a break to focus on clearing her special memory banks before she went insane. As a Treasure of the Magicians' Order, the Grandmaster arranges for her to take her vacation at the High Order retreat for the ideal peace and quiet she needs.
It has been three suns since Aidan Crea lost his mate and youngest daughter in the Wa'raki war that devastated Xa'an. When his best friend accuses him of becoming a grump, he agrees to take a break before the Grandmaster orders him to. After some soul-searching, he realizes that he needs to get back to living instead of purely existing after the loss he has suffered.
Zarina and Aidan form an unusual friendship that soon grows into something deeper until Aidan is tasked with protecting her after a contract is given out to assassinate her. Although her job exposes her to the worst criminals in society, things take a turn for the worse when they finally find out who is behind the attempts on her life.
They find themselves pawns in a larger plot and risk their hearts and lives to finally get a chance at a happily ever after.

An interview with Ulprec from the amazing children’s book The Anteater King!

Join Ulprec, a mouse, and Sombra, a fierce feline, as they embark on an epic journey. They flee from their home in South America to escape 'The Burning', a malevolent force determined to destroy everything in its path.

These two brave companions must navigate the treacherous jungle and overcome countless obstacles to save their world from certain doom.

If you want to take advantage of this thrilling adventure of courage, determination, and friendship. Join them on their harrowing quest as they fight for their survival and the future of their beloved home.

This exciting story is recommended for readers aged 10 and above.

Welcome to the protagonist interview for Book Buddies!

Head to https://louisewise.blogspot.com/2024/... for the full interview.

Writing fiction is like taking a magical journey, much like the path you walk when walking the dog--make sure you look where you're stepping!

On a lighter note, you get to create whole new worlds, give birth to characters, and spin yarns that captivate readers and transport them to new realms of imagination. It’s like playing God but with a pen instead of a lightning bolt.

For most authors, writing fiction starts with a “Eureka!” moment. From this tiny spark, a story blooms, taking shape through hours of brainstorming, exploration, and the occasional bottle of wine. Each author has their own unique approach to the creative process, drawing from personal experiences, observations, and the vast tapestry of human emotions to breathe life into their characters and worlds.

In addition to creating memorable characters, authors must master the art of storytelling. It’s like baking a cake, but instead of sugar and flour, you use plot, pacing, and narrative arc to create a delicious literary treat. The journey of a well-told story is a rollercoaster of emotions and revelations, like riding a unicorn through a rainbow.

Of course, the path to writing fiction has its challenges. But through perseverance and dedication, authors overcome these obstacles, trusting in their creative instincts and embracing the process of exploration and experimentation. Many authors find solace and inspiration in the rituals and routines that shape their writing practice, like drinking coffee, taking a walk, or yelling at their significant other dog.

Writing fiction is no joke, but the journey can be a lot more fun than you'd expect. Forget about the lone writer typing away in a dimly lit room - authors need feedback, support, and a good laugh to stay sane. That's why they turn to beta readers, editors, and fellow writers, who help them polish their prose, develop realistic characters, and prevent them from going completely bonkers. So, if you want to be a writer, remember this: you're not alone, and you're not crazy - well, not completely.

The art of writing fiction is like a roller coaster ride - it's exhilarating, unpredictable, and can make you feel a little queasy at times. But hey, that's all part of the fun!

Aspiring writers, prepare yourselves for a wild ride filled with plot twists, character development, and the occasional existential crisis. So buckle up, grab a snack, and let's see where this literary journey takes us!

Louise Wise also writes under the pen name T E Kessler.


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Author interviews are so yesterday... Let's interview your main character! Contact me now for an inclusion. It's FREE!
Are you an author looking to give your book character some extra attention?

Do you want to give your readers a deeper understanding of your character's personality, motivations, and story?

If so, Book Buddies can help you out!

I am currently offering an interview service for book characters, where I will provide a set of questions to help you bring your character to life.

Simply email me for the interview questions below, and I'll send them in a document for you to get started: info@louisewise.uk

Your readers will love getting to know your characters on a deeper level!

Your interview will be posted here and on Facebook and Goodreads.

Requirements:

Book cover.

Use a character picture if you have one (make sure you own the copywriter).

Purchase page link (I prefer universal).

Link to the author’s website.

Supply up to three social media links (excluding your email) if possible.

If you wish, supply a short scene of up to 500 words.

Answer up to 15 questions from those below, less if you want, but no more than 15 (you could be smart and answer several questions as *one!).

Please proofread your answers carefully. I may return your interview to dig for more information and to make it sound like a ‘one-to-one’ chat.

Introduction of protagonist

What is your full name? Do you have a nickname?

Where and when were you born? If you weren’t born, how did you come into being?

To which social class do you belong? How does it make you feel?

What is your background? What makes you you?

Where do you live?

Visual

Do you have annoying habits, quirks, strange mannerisms, or other defining characteristics?

What kind of distinguishing facial features do you have?

If you looked in a mirror, would you like what you saw?

Do you have any physical traits that stand out (such as scars, birthmarks, tattoos, etc.)? If you have scars/tattoos, how/why did you get them?

How old are you? Do you worry about getting older?

What colour is your hair/eyes? Do you have hair/eyes?

Are you a human? If not, what are you?

Passions/personal

What are your likes/dislikes?

Why do you hate/love character A or B? Are you going to take revenge on them? Make friends with them? Why do they make you feel like you do?

What is your primary goal in life?

Do you have a job/hobby?

What would be your biggest wish/desire?

Are you in love?

What are you like between the sheets?

Are you a virgin? When/how did you lose it?

Are you easily angered?

Do you easily fall in love/make friends/fall out of regard with someone?

Do you have any regrets in life?



Your background/environment/family

Where do you live? Are you happy there?

Who are your parents? Are they still alive?

How would you describe your childhood?

Are you close to your family? How did/do you get along with family members?

Have you started your own family? Do you have any plans for a new addition?

Do you have a spouse or significant other?

Which person in your family (or friends) are you the closest to?

Who is the most important person in your life, and why?

Describe any influences in your past that led you to do the things you do/or have done today.

Who is the person you respect the most, and why?



Let’s go deeper…

Do you have a secret? Does anyone else know the secret? What would happen if you told someone this secret?

Do you own a gun (or any other weapon)? Killed anyone (either purposely or not)?

If you wanted to kill someone, how would you do it?

Do you have a criminal record?

What do you consider your greatest achievement so far? Do other people think it’s great?

What would you change about yourself if you could wave a magic wand? If you have a magic wand, what’s stopping you from waving it?

There’s an elderly person and a young child, each on a separate cliff top; each will fall/jump. How do you cope (would you save them or not)? If you save both, how? If neither, why?

You’re in a lift with your favourite TV movie star. How do you react? Or, if you are a famous movie star, how would you respond in front of an awestruck fan?

Are you happy now your story has been told? Is there more to come?

Do you have a motto/favourite saying you’d like to share?

What do you think about the current news (in your area)?

How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings?

What, if anything, would you like to change about your life?

Who is the person you despise the most? (can be a fictional person or real-life)

If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.

* Example of answering several questions as one:

Are you easily angered?

Do you easily fall in love?

Do you have any regrets in life?

Which person in your family (or friends) are you the closest to?

I totally lost it and got super annoyed with myself when I fell for my bestie. I didn't just fall for her easily, it took me four whole years to realise my feelings! But when I finally worked up the courage to tell her how I felt, I messed up and tried to hook up with her, which really hurt her feelings. That's my biggest regret because she's my closest friend.

Enjoy!

WIDE AWAKE ASLEEP
by
Louise Wise

I based my novel, WIDE AWAKE ASLEEP, where I grew up in a sleepy village in Potterspury in Northamptonshire.

I wanted the novel to appeal to readers worldwide, so I enlisted Elayne Morgan from Serenity Editing Services in America to work with me on the novel.

Between us, we giggled over the differences in our language:

Bonbons – a chewy sweet in various flavours in England (chocolate in America)

Gas and air – pain relief in child labour (gasoline).

RTA – road traffic accident (MVA, i.e. motor vehicle accident).

Lock-in – widely known in England when a pub owner locked the doors after closing for illegal shenanigans.

Elayne didn’t know who Worzel Gummidge was but told me she loved the name so much she would name her next pet after him!

I haven’t changed my English spellings, and the book is quintessentially British, but it’s free from slang to make it more palatable to those outside England.

It’s been an eye-opener to see how British I am!

So, check out this time travel novel based in a small village that’s so old it was listed in the Domesday book. Modern Julie Compton thinks she has it all until she plunges back to her childhood to relive her life. One problem, she’s in someone else’s body.

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