Can you tell us a little bit about
"The Coming Storm"?
The Coming Storm is classic heroic
fantasy set in a land called the Kingdoms that is surrounded by what
they call the borderlands - a no-man's or Elf's land of vicious
creatures that are a challenge even for Elves. Elon of Aerilann is
the Elven advisor to the High Council, but particularly Daran High
King. As an Elf, Elon is magically gifted, in his case particularly
with foresight. His foresight tells him the sudden activity on the
borderlands is more than just coincidence. Simultaneously, Ailith of
Riverford is finding that something is terribly wrong in that
Kingdom. Elon's investigation brings him to Riverford, and puts all
their lives in jeopardy.
What's your background in writing?
I've been creating other worlds in
my head for as long as I can remember. *grins* My parents didn't know
what to do with me. An avid reader, I got frustrated at not finding
the kind of books I loved, so I combined my madnesses - and started
writing about those other worlds.
Who are your
inspirations/influences?
Tolkien, of
course. George R. R. Martin - although he's gotten a little too dark
and grim in his later books. Anne McCaffrey. Mercedes Lackey.
What was it like working with
Alexandria Publishing Group?
It's a consortium I started, so of
course I think it's great.
Who was responsible for the
cover/book design?
Mallory Rocks Art did a great job
on the cover, and Rik Hall did the formatting.
What are you doing in terms of
marketing/publicity?
I use all the standards - I have a
webpage and a Facebook author page, use Pixel of Ink, E Reader News
Today and Bookbub, as well as any and all fantasy sites.
Do you have any stories from book
signings/radio interviews/etc.?
Not really, I've had wonderful
experiences with both.
What is the name of your blog and what can readers expect to find
there?
My blog is Valerie Douglas Books and readers will find
information about my books, new releases and other updates as well as
the inspiration for writing any given book.
What projects do you have planned
for the future?
I'm in prequel/sequel mode right
now. I'm working on the prequel to The Coming Storm, a sequel to the
Servant/Heart of the Gods series, and a sequel to Nike's Wings (not a
fantasy novel).
Is there anything else about you
we should know?
I don't do the expected.
Thanks for the interview Valerie. Get your copy of The Coming Storm here!
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