INTERVIEWING AUTHORS...
INTERVIEWING AUTHORS
Shannon Simmons; Author of the Howling Heart series!!!
Q: What are you working on?
A: I'm currently working on Book Three of the Howling Heart Series.
Q: How does your work differ from others of the same genre?
A: My books are more grit and less romantic fluff.
Q: Why do you write what you do?
A: I live in a soccer-mom world; my dark side has so break free somewhere. I love the supernatural and finding a way to link it to and twist all the stories we have been told through time.
Q: How does your writing process work?
A: I simply sit, turn on my music and just start writing. I don't take notes or get ahead of myself. The story simply comes to me. Once I get to a certain point, I go back and make sure it flows smoothly....and then keep writing until I've pissed off someone and create a great place to pick up in the next book. :)
**Shannon’s books can be found…
http://www.amazon.com/Silverbow-Howli...
http://www.amazon.com/Animal-Control-...
Regina Puckett; Author of the Warren Series!!!
Q: What are you working on?
A: I’m editing book 3 in my Warren Series.
What the Heart Knows focuses on the romance between Suzette’s younger sister, Emily, and Suzette’s closet friend, Bill Fields.
Emily has been love with Bill since she was sixteen, but now she’s all grown up and a physician. Since Bill has been in and out of her life since he and Suzette became friends in the 1st grade, Emily doesn’t think Bill will ever see her as anything other than his
best friend’s kid sister. What she doesn’t know is he is in love with her too.
When Suzette calls Bill asking for his help, he gladly agrees to ask Emily out to stay at his farm/art studio for two weeks. Now that Bill and Emily have the time and opportunity to see what the other is feeling, they also have to deal with a ruthless foe who is stalking her. Love is possible but will they be able to overcome all of their obstacles and uncertainties to accept its gift?
Q: How does your work differ from others of the same genre?
A: Since I write several different genres, this might be a complicated answer.
When I write a romance, I focus on the story and let the romance happen as the story unfolds. In Concealed in My Heart, my two main characters don’t fall in love until near the end of the book. I wanted to develop the story so when the time came for them to finally see each other as something more than friends, the reader really cared that David and Charity had found each other. The road to love is bumpy.
When I write horror, I like writing about everyday people interacting in everyday situations. To me, the most horrifying things happen when we’re not expecting it. I know, whenever I watch the news, I’m always amazed at just how evil some people can be.
With my children’s books, I enjoy writing about the things that are important to us as adults and to our children. I hope they are enjoyed by each age group and are able to stand up to the test of time.
Q: Why do you write what you do?
A: I write the daydream that refuses to go away until it’s down on paper.
Q: How does your writing process work?
A: When I first began writing, I listened to how other people went about plotting and planning. That observation led me to believe I had to have an outline before I could even begin. I tried it their way for my first two books, but what I discovered was that process didn’t work for me. I never stuck to the outline and by chapter 5 my story had taken on a life all of its own. So now, I mentally plot and plan and have a loose concept about the how my story will play out. Of course, it still veers off in a completely different direction, but now I’m not quite as upset about that because I didn’t wasted a lot of time working on something I never used.
**Regina’s books can be found…
http://www.amazon.com/Regina-Puckett/...
LaRae Parry
LaRae Parry; Author of the The Danish Pastry and Journal of a Crazy Lady!!!
Q: What are you working on?
A: Right now I’m working on two books . . . something I don’t think you should ever do. But . . . hey . . . when do I ever follow the rules?
The Ghost in Room 3327 is a sequel to The Danish Pastry. I know what I want to write. I’ve done the research because the ghost that I write about is an actual ghost who haunts the famous Hotel Del Coronado. The Ghost in Room 3327 is the narrator. She tells her side of the story, which is very interesting.
The other book I’m working on is, “Lost in Bizarre-O World.” It is in the Crazy Lady journal form since it is about all the trouble I’ve gotten myself into on the Internet. Sadly, it’s funny.
Q: How does your work differ from others of the same genre?
A: I don’t think there is a genre for me. I think I’m the first crazy person to write romance, comedy, paranormal, and memoirs. If anyone can think of a genre for me, I’d appreciate it.
Q: Why do you write what you do?
A: Honestly . . . I write the stories that are living in my mind. Some of them are ones I have actually experienced, and the others are the ones that entertain me when I’m bored.
Q: How does your writing process work?
A: I always carry a notebook with me. I never know when my brain is going to decide to work.
First, I write a draft. I then type my draft on the computer. Every time, the written draft comes out different when I type it. I make a copy of the draft and my husband and I read through it. I make the necessary corrections on the computer, then we read it again, and again, and again until I have the stories just the way I want them.
Then I get it published and see that I should have read through my writing one more time. CRUD.
LaRae's books can be found...
The Danish Pastry http://www.amazon.com/Danish-Pastry-L...
The Danish Pastry
Journal of a Crazy Lady
Augusta Fern; Author of the Morte’ Series!!!
Q: What are you working on?
A: I am currently working on the third and final installment of my vampire series, Morte'. I do have a working title, but I choose to keep that close to the chest.
Q: How does my work differ from others of the same genre?
A: My character comes from such a primitive time, I like to think that his past, (fictional) footprint on history and how it's shaped him stands out from the rest.
Q: Why do I write what I do?
A: I've been in awe of the fictional pale immortals since I was young, 10 to be precise. After engrossing myself in any and all vampire literature and film over the years I wanted to write my own story. The premise of course is fiction, but the back story of my characters isn't far from personal truth. Friends, Family, long lost acquaintances all have a place in my stories. I enjoy the calls from friends and family asking if this or that character is them.
Q: How does your writing process work?
A I have my laptop set up in front of my big window, so first I open the blinds and let the day in. From there I find where I left off (as all my stories are hand written prior to typing) and proceed. I do have a little one at home, and inspiration and a distraction but more of an inspiration than the distraction. Some days he sits in my lap while I write or read aloud as I'm editing.
**Augusta’s books can be found…
http://www.amazon.com/Augusta-Fern/e/...
Shannon Simmons; Author of the Howling Heart series!!!
Q: What are you working on?
A: I'm currently working on Book Three of the Howling Heart Series.
Q: How does your work differ from others of the same genre?
A: My books are more grit and less romantic fluff.
Q: Why do you write what you do?
A: I live in a soccer-mom world; my dark side has so break free somewhere. I love the supernatural and finding a way to link it to and twist all the stories we have been told through time.
Q: How does your writing process work?
A: I simply sit, turn on my music and just start writing. I don't take notes or get ahead of myself. The story simply comes to me. Once I get to a certain point, I go back and make sure it flows smoothly....and then keep writing until I've pissed off someone and create a great place to pick up in the next book. :)
**Shannon’s books can be found…
http://www.amazon.com/Silverbow-Howli...
http://www.amazon.com/Animal-Control-...
Regina Puckett; Author of the Warren Series!!!
Q: What are you working on?
A: I’m editing book 3 in my Warren Series.
What the Heart Knows focuses on the romance between Suzette’s younger sister, Emily, and Suzette’s closet friend, Bill Fields.
Emily has been love with Bill since she was sixteen, but now she’s all grown up and a physician. Since Bill has been in and out of her life since he and Suzette became friends in the 1st grade, Emily doesn’t think Bill will ever see her as anything other than his
best friend’s kid sister. What she doesn’t know is he is in love with her too.
When Suzette calls Bill asking for his help, he gladly agrees to ask Emily out to stay at his farm/art studio for two weeks. Now that Bill and Emily have the time and opportunity to see what the other is feeling, they also have to deal with a ruthless foe who is stalking her. Love is possible but will they be able to overcome all of their obstacles and uncertainties to accept its gift?
Q: How does your work differ from others of the same genre?
A: Since I write several different genres, this might be a complicated answer.
When I write a romance, I focus on the story and let the romance happen as the story unfolds. In Concealed in My Heart, my two main characters don’t fall in love until near the end of the book. I wanted to develop the story so when the time came for them to finally see each other as something more than friends, the reader really cared that David and Charity had found each other. The road to love is bumpy.
When I write horror, I like writing about everyday people interacting in everyday situations. To me, the most horrifying things happen when we’re not expecting it. I know, whenever I watch the news, I’m always amazed at just how evil some people can be.
With my children’s books, I enjoy writing about the things that are important to us as adults and to our children. I hope they are enjoyed by each age group and are able to stand up to the test of time.
Q: Why do you write what you do?
A: I write the daydream that refuses to go away until it’s down on paper.
Q: How does your writing process work?
A: When I first began writing, I listened to how other people went about plotting and planning. That observation led me to believe I had to have an outline before I could even begin. I tried it their way for my first two books, but what I discovered was that process didn’t work for me. I never stuck to the outline and by chapter 5 my story had taken on a life all of its own. So now, I mentally plot and plan and have a loose concept about the how my story will play out. Of course, it still veers off in a completely different direction, but now I’m not quite as upset about that because I didn’t wasted a lot of time working on something I never used.
**Regina’s books can be found…
http://www.amazon.com/Regina-Puckett/...
LaRae Parry
LaRae Parry; Author of the The Danish Pastry and Journal of a Crazy Lady!!!
Q: What are you working on?
A: Right now I’m working on two books . . . something I don’t think you should ever do. But . . . hey . . . when do I ever follow the rules?
The Ghost in Room 3327 is a sequel to The Danish Pastry. I know what I want to write. I’ve done the research because the ghost that I write about is an actual ghost who haunts the famous Hotel Del Coronado. The Ghost in Room 3327 is the narrator. She tells her side of the story, which is very interesting.
The other book I’m working on is, “Lost in Bizarre-O World.” It is in the Crazy Lady journal form since it is about all the trouble I’ve gotten myself into on the Internet. Sadly, it’s funny.
Q: How does your work differ from others of the same genre?
A: I don’t think there is a genre for me. I think I’m the first crazy person to write romance, comedy, paranormal, and memoirs. If anyone can think of a genre for me, I’d appreciate it.
Q: Why do you write what you do?
A: Honestly . . . I write the stories that are living in my mind. Some of them are ones I have actually experienced, and the others are the ones that entertain me when I’m bored.
Q: How does your writing process work?
A: I always carry a notebook with me. I never know when my brain is going to decide to work.
First, I write a draft. I then type my draft on the computer. Every time, the written draft comes out different when I type it. I make a copy of the draft and my husband and I read through it. I make the necessary corrections on the computer, then we read it again, and again, and again until I have the stories just the way I want them.
Then I get it published and see that I should have read through my writing one more time. CRUD.
LaRae's books can be found...
The Danish Pastry http://www.amazon.com/Danish-Pastry-L...
The Danish Pastry
Journal of a Crazy Lady
Augusta Fern; Author of the Morte’ Series!!!
Q: What are you working on?
A: I am currently working on the third and final installment of my vampire series, Morte'. I do have a working title, but I choose to keep that close to the chest.
Q: How does my work differ from others of the same genre?
A: My character comes from such a primitive time, I like to think that his past, (fictional) footprint on history and how it's shaped him stands out from the rest.
Q: Why do I write what I do?
A: I've been in awe of the fictional pale immortals since I was young, 10 to be precise. After engrossing myself in any and all vampire literature and film over the years I wanted to write my own story. The premise of course is fiction, but the back story of my characters isn't far from personal truth. Friends, Family, long lost acquaintances all have a place in my stories. I enjoy the calls from friends and family asking if this or that character is them.
Q: How does your writing process work?
A I have my laptop set up in front of my big window, so first I open the blinds and let the day in. From there I find where I left off (as all my stories are hand written prior to typing) and proceed. I do have a little one at home, and inspiration and a distraction but more of an inspiration than the distraction. Some days he sits in my lap while I write or read aloud as I'm editing.
**Augusta’s books can be found…
http://www.amazon.com/Augusta-Fern/e/...
date
newest »
newest »
message 1:
by
LaRae
(new)
Mar 27, 2014 10:59AM
Great!
reply
|
flag
Great interview questions and responses. Good luck with this medium. Kharis Macey
OF COURSE YOU KNOW AUGUSTA I'M SUCH A BIG FAN OF YOUR MORTE' SERIES THAT YOU WILL CAUSE ME TO GO INTO MAJOR WITHDRAWL SYMPTOMS ONCE I FINISH THE LAST BOOK! MAYBE CIAN AND BABET WILL HAVE TO VISIT YOU AND "MAKE YOU AN OFFER YOU CAN'T REFUSE!" LOL
I can wait...I can wait...I CAN WAIT...I CAN WAIT...I...I...I...I CAN'T WAIT! (-; LOL Just joking around, of course I realize you can't hurry your "Muse" especially now you have a new day-job! I and hopefully millions of others WILL JUST HAVE TO WAIT!
Send whenever you are ready...it may take awhile for me to read it as I've been up at the hospital most of the last two days with a friend they think had a stroke. I think he will be okay but he has had a couple of seizures and they are unsure of what is causing them.
Augusta Fern's Blog
- Augusta Fern's profile
- 41 followers
Augusta Fern isn't a Goodreads Author
(yet),
but they
do have a blog,
so here are some recent posts imported from
their feed.
