Hey everyone! Obsidian: Mystic Stones Series #1 is going on tour in January and one of the posts is going to be questions from the readers for any of the characters in the book.
So if you want to ask Ava Tanner or any other character a question, here is your chance.
A list of the characters (just to refresh your memory):
Ava Tanner (Main Character)
Tom Walker (Antagonist)
Alani Kalei (Ava's Best Friend)
Hiu Kalei (Alani's Brother)
Nalani Kalei (Alani's Grandmother)
Moana Kalei (Alani's Mother)
Jesse Sutton (New love interest for Ava)
Latoria Gray (Friend of Jesse)
Perry Eberly (Friend of Jesse)
Kassidy Marsdon (Friend of Jesse)
Edison Marson (Friend of Jesse)
You can also ask me questions if you haven't read the book yet! So post your questions in the comments section below! The answers will come during the tour on January 24th!
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Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Character of the Week! Sydney from Thief of Hope!
Character of the Week
Sydney
Book Sydney appears in:
Thief of Hope by Cindy Young-Turner
Female
19 years old
Are they human, vampire, other? Or is it a secret?
Human (and partly secret)
Short description of Sydney:
She is a pickpocket and child of the streets trying to overcome her past. She’s given the chance to find hope for a better future by joining the fight against a repressive regime. But doing so means facing her worst fears and putting her life on the line.
Five words that describe Sydney's personality:
Independent. Opinionated. Suspicious. Defiant. Passionate.
A quote from Sydney:
“We’ve got nothing to lose. The Guild’s ruined our lives. You’ve given us hope, and we’re ready to fight. Even if we fail, we willing to take the risk.”
Author links:
Website:
http://www.cindyyoungturner.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AuthorCindyYoungTurner
Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4882750.Cindy_Young_Turner
Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/AuthorCindyYT
Buy links:
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Thief-Hope-Cindy-Young-Turner/dp/0982820070/ref=pd_rhf_gw_p_t_3
B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/thief-of-hope-cindy-young-turner/1031233191?ean=9780982820070&itm=1&usri=thief%2bof%2bhope
Kobo: http://www.kobobooks.com/ebook/Thief-of-Hope/book-hoRRV6cRckitPEHYGVNHzw/page1.html?s=EBbWTDqP8E-7qTdSP4_K9Q&r=1
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AuthorCindyYoungTurner
Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4882750.Cindy_Young_Turner
Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/AuthorCindyYT
Buy links:
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Thief-Hope-Cindy-Young-Turner/dp/0982820070/ref=pd_rhf_gw_p_t_3
B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/thief-of-hope-cindy-young-turner/1031233191?ean=9780982820070&itm=1&usri=thief%2bof%2bhope
Kobo: http://www.kobobooks.com/ebook/Thief-of-Hope/book-hoRRV6cRckitPEHYGVNHzw/page1.html?s=EBbWTDqP8E-7qTdSP4_K9Q&r=1
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Character of the Week! Llona Reese from Fractured Light and Fractured Soul!
Character
of the Week
Llona Reese
Llona Reese
Books this character appears in:
Fractured Light and Fractured Soul by Rachel McClellan.
Female
17
She’s an Aura, which means she has the ability to manipulate light.
Short description of Llona
Llona is different looking from most girls. She has long, very blond hair that can’t be colored or cut. This makes her self conscious. She also has pale skin and blue eyes. Her friend’s brother once described her as really pretty in a Tim Burton sort of way.
Five words that describe Llona's personality:
Feisty, sarcastic, fighter, guarded, survivor
A quote from Llona:
“When it comes to matters of the heart, rules don't matter.”
Here are some links to Rachel and her books!
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Character of the Week! Dylan Brice from Wednesday's Child
Character of the Week
Dylan Brice
Book Dylan appears in:
Wednesday’s Child by Alan Zendell
Male
50ish
Male
50ish
Human
Short description of Dylan:
Mild-mannered international business analyst by day, he’s also part of a secret anti-terrorist team. Other than that he’s just a regular guy, except – he lives his days out of order.
Five words that describe Dylan's personality:
Smart, passionate, imperfect, principled, protective
A quote from Dylan:
"You have no memory of these events because we were able to reset the clock and undo them before they occurred."
Buy Wednesday's Child on Amazon
Buy the paperback edition
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Character of the Week! Cassie from Vaempires!
Character
of the Week
Princess Cassandra Rich’rds
Books
this character appears in:
Vaempires:
Revolution, Vaempires:
White Christmas and Vaempires:
Zombie Rising by Thomas Winship
Female
15
Vampire
Short
description of Cassandra:
Vampire Princess of Tarados
Tall,
with long, curly, auburn hair, high cheekbones, bright blue eyes,
dewdrop nose, porcelain skin, and pink lips.
Five
words that describe Cassandra's personality:
Strong,
intelligent, brave, compassionate, fierce.
A quote from Cassandra:
We
will fight you to every last woman, man, and child among us.Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Character of the Week! Vigilare from the Vigilare Series!
Character of the Week
Vigilare
Books Vigilare appears in:
Vigilare and Vigilare: Hell Hound by Brooklyn James
Female
Mid-30s
Vigilare is half-human/half-Vigilare with paranormal abilities, linked to her having Rh-negative blood factor.
Short description of Vigilare:
I am 5' 10", athletic, and have sparkling emerald green eyes when engaged by evil. Guess you could say, I have super powers. Kind of like Wonder Woman, only I am no superhero, I assure you. I dress in black from head to toe so as to blend in with the night. I believe in justice, an eye for an eye. My assignment is autonomic. I do not choose my role, it chooses me. I have visions of a man and a boy, yet I don't understand them. Maybe if I could understand them and my past, I would know why I am the Vigilare.
Vigilare and Vigilare: Hell Hound by Brooklyn James
Female
Mid-30s
Vigilare is half-human/half-Vigilare with paranormal abilities, linked to her having Rh-negative blood factor.
Short description of Vigilare:
I am 5' 10", athletic, and have sparkling emerald green eyes when engaged by evil. Guess you could say, I have super powers. Kind of like Wonder Woman, only I am no superhero, I assure you. I dress in black from head to toe so as to blend in with the night. I believe in justice, an eye for an eye. My assignment is autonomic. I do not choose my role, it chooses me. I have visions of a man and a boy, yet I don't understand them. Maybe if I could understand them and my past, I would know why I am the Vigilare.
Five words that describe Vigilare's personality:
Vigilant, Anti-hero, Jaded, Conflicted, Sharp
A quote from Vigilare:
“This is what I do,
Vigilant, Anti-hero, Jaded, Conflicted, Sharp
A quote from Vigilare:
“This is what I do,
I sit. I watch. I wait. But, I don't know why.
As autonomic as taking a breath, a divine assignment,
Too compelling to defy.”
Tips on how to write realistic characters from Brooklyn James:
As autonomic as taking a breath, a divine assignment,
Too compelling to defy.”
Tips on how to write realistic characters from Brooklyn James:
Live a diverse life. As writers, I believe we write what we know. What we're inspired by. Essentially, I think we write largely based on our experiences. We then take those experiences and people we've met along the way, and insert our imagination, and voila...our characters are born. If you want to write realistic characters, I would suggest living a diverse life so you compile a nice arsenal of 'real life' characters to pull from and expand on.
Twitter @BrooklynJames7
http://BrooklynJamesBlog.blogspot.com
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Monday, October 8, 2012
Vampire Month! Featuring Wynne Channing's What Kills Me!
It's Vampire Month here on Paranormal Lounge!
This week I asked Wynne Channing the same questions I asked Rebecca Hamilton last week. Wynne's YA Paranormal Romance What Kills Me is available now! Grab it on Amazon US or Amazon UK and take a look at what vampires are like in What Kills Me:
How are the vampires in your world different from others?
My heroine Axelia is a very different vampire. She is impervious to sunlight, super strong and very special. "Most unholy," as the vampire general says upon learning of her existence. But more on her later.
The vamps in What Kills Me are pretty traditional bloodsuckers. They fight, they burn and they die. However, the vampire society is a special place — a world governed by duty and ancient tradition. Though they worship Gods, a single empress has total control. She governs what they eat and who can become vampires. Immortals are "selected" and transformed by a strict ritual. Then Axelia enters the picture, the first vampire ever to be turned without permission — born out of a well of blood.
Do the vampires in your world possess any of the traditional vampire traits? No reflection? Burning in the sun? Being immortal? Aversion to crosses, holy water and/or garlic? Turning into a bat? Killed by a wooden stake? Fangs? Other?
My vampires burn in the sun. They consume nothing but blood (human food makes them extremely sick — cake and garlic will have the same effect). If you're trying to kill one, a good beheading should do the trick. However, they don't turn into bats and they can see their reflection (how else would you ever do your own hair if you didn't have a reflection?).
Why did you choose to write about vampires?
I've always been fascinated by these lonely monsters. I think you can't live hundreds of years without being seriously messed up — which makes for interesting stories. I recently interviewed Neil Jordan who directed Interview With A Vampire and he said that vampire stories are often emblematic of a number of themes: sexuality, death, etc. There's so much you can say through these pale creatures.
Do you remember the first vampire story you read in a book or watched on a movie or television show?
The first vampire story that I saw was a Chinese horror movie. Chinese vampires or zombies jump around and you have to slap a piece of paper to their foreheads to keep them from attacking you. Sounds super weird but when you're a little girl, it scares the crap out of you.
What makes vampire stories appealing in today’s pop culture?
In a society so obsessed with youth and beauty, the immortality aspect is mega attractive. Of course, no one remembers the part where you crave blood and watch all of your friends and family grow old and die. For lack of a better word, that sucks.
If someone were to see one of your vampires on the street, what would their reaction be? Fear? Attraction? No unique reaction from that of seeing a human?
I think if someone were to see Axelia, they would simply think she is magnificent. Beautiful. Full of life. (But she was all of those things when she was human.) If someone were to see the general of the vampire army or its soldiers, well, they'd better run. Not that you'd get very far.
And now, my review of What Kills Me
Loved this book!
The writing is well thought out and carries a wonderful style that really goes with the story and genre.
The characters are well written and interesting. I definitely cared about Zee and her journey to becoming who she was meant to be. The relationships are complicated and have meaning.
The story is paced just right, I really enjoyed the flow of it. The action and adventure were amazing and I enjoyed the way Wynne ended it. The ending is seriously the best ending ever.
I can't wait to read the next installment! I recommend this to anyone who likes vampires, action and paranormal with a splash of romance.
Here are some links where you can find Wynne and What Kills Me:
For more info on Wynne Channing and other awesome authors visit the Fiction Bookshelf.
This week I asked Wynne Channing the same questions I asked Rebecca Hamilton last week. Wynne's YA Paranormal Romance What Kills Me is available now! Grab it on Amazon US or Amazon UK and take a look at what vampires are like in What Kills Me:
How are the vampires in your world different from others?
My heroine Axelia is a very different vampire. She is impervious to sunlight, super strong and very special. "Most unholy," as the vampire general says upon learning of her existence. But more on her later.
The vamps in What Kills Me are pretty traditional bloodsuckers. They fight, they burn and they die. However, the vampire society is a special place — a world governed by duty and ancient tradition. Though they worship Gods, a single empress has total control. She governs what they eat and who can become vampires. Immortals are "selected" and transformed by a strict ritual. Then Axelia enters the picture, the first vampire ever to be turned without permission — born out of a well of blood.
Do the vampires in your world possess any of the traditional vampire traits? No reflection? Burning in the sun? Being immortal? Aversion to crosses, holy water and/or garlic? Turning into a bat? Killed by a wooden stake? Fangs? Other?
My vampires burn in the sun. They consume nothing but blood (human food makes them extremely sick — cake and garlic will have the same effect). If you're trying to kill one, a good beheading should do the trick. However, they don't turn into bats and they can see their reflection (how else would you ever do your own hair if you didn't have a reflection?).
Why did you choose to write about vampires?
I've always been fascinated by these lonely monsters. I think you can't live hundreds of years without being seriously messed up — which makes for interesting stories. I recently interviewed Neil Jordan who directed Interview With A Vampire and he said that vampire stories are often emblematic of a number of themes: sexuality, death, etc. There's so much you can say through these pale creatures.
Do you remember the first vampire story you read in a book or watched on a movie or television show?
The first vampire story that I saw was a Chinese horror movie. Chinese vampires or zombies jump around and you have to slap a piece of paper to their foreheads to keep them from attacking you. Sounds super weird but when you're a little girl, it scares the crap out of you.
What makes vampire stories appealing in today’s pop culture?
In a society so obsessed with youth and beauty, the immortality aspect is mega attractive. Of course, no one remembers the part where you crave blood and watch all of your friends and family grow old and die. For lack of a better word, that sucks.
If someone were to see one of your vampires on the street, what would their reaction be? Fear? Attraction? No unique reaction from that of seeing a human?
I think if someone were to see Axelia, they would simply think she is magnificent. Beautiful. Full of life. (But she was all of those things when she was human.) If someone were to see the general of the vampire army or its soldiers, well, they'd better run. Not that you'd get very far.
And now, my review of What Kills Me
Loved this book!
The writing is well thought out and carries a wonderful style that really goes with the story and genre.
The characters are well written and interesting. I definitely cared about Zee and her journey to becoming who she was meant to be. The relationships are complicated and have meaning.
The story is paced just right, I really enjoyed the flow of it. The action and adventure were amazing and I enjoyed the way Wynne ended it. The ending is seriously the best ending ever.
I can't wait to read the next installment! I recommend this to anyone who likes vampires, action and paranormal with a splash of romance.
Here are some links where you can find Wynne and What Kills Me:
For more info on Wynne Channing and other awesome authors visit the Fiction Bookshelf.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Character of the Week! Sophia from The Forever Girl
Before I hop right into Character of the Week, I just want to let everyone know that Rebecca Hamilton's Her Sweetest Downfall is available for FREE right now. That promotion ends today so get your copy now!
Character of the Week
Character of the Week
Sophia
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| Picture of Sophia, voted on by fans of The Forever Girl on Facebook. |
Book Sophia appears in:
The Forever Girl by Rebecca Hamilton
Female
22
Human
A short description of Sophia:
Sophia is a young Wiccan (both in age and journey). She’s an outcast in her home town, and has a complicated family history. A hissing noise in her head has been a constant annoyance for the fast four years, and when it finally becomes too much to handle, she decides to turn to her Wiccan faith to find a cure.
Five words that describeSophia's personality:
Contemplative, Cautious, Self-Deprecating, Conflicted, Quirky
A quote from Sophia:
“Who you are means more to me than what you are…”
Please visit www.paranormalfantasybooks.com for all purchasing options!
Female
22
Human
A short description of Sophia:
Sophia is a young Wiccan (both in age and journey). She’s an outcast in her home town, and has a complicated family history. A hissing noise in her head has been a constant annoyance for the fast four years, and when it finally becomes too much to handle, she decides to turn to her Wiccan faith to find a cure.
Five words that describeSophia's personality:
Contemplative, Cautious, Self-Deprecating, Conflicted, Quirky
A quote from Sophia:
“Who you are means more to me than what you are…”
Please visit www.paranormalfantasybooks.com for all purchasing options!
For more information on Rebecca Hamilton and other awesome authors visit The Fiction Bookshelf!
Monday, October 1, 2012
Vampire Month! Featuring Rebecca Hamilton's The Forever Girl and Her Sweetest Downfall!
Vampire Month!It's Vampire month on Paranormal Lounge! All month long I'll be featuring authors of vampire books and their work with interviews, reviews and more! I'll be wrapping it all up with an in-depth feature on Obsidian, my debut novel! So, sit down and read all about those bloodsucking creatures we love to hate!
First up for Vampire Month we have Rebecca Hamilton and her books, The Forever Girl and Her Sweetest Downfall. I interviewed Rebecca about the type of vampires she writes about and I have a review of each one after the interview!
Before I jump into the interview, I have to tell you that Her Sweetest Downfall is available for FREE October 1st - 3rd!
The Forever Girl is only $2.99 so grab them both!
How are the vampires in your world different from others?
The Cruor in my novel are most like the legends of vampires that we know today. They can be killed by direct sunlight, staking, and decapitation. Where they differ are in their myths. For example, that the first Cruor were humans who were mistakenly buried alive. Or that they narcissus is a good vampire repellent, and how this knowledge came to be know :)Do the vampires in your world possess any of the traditional vampire traits? No reflection? Burning in the sun? Being immortal? Aversion to crosses, holy water and/or garlic? Turning into a bat? Killed by a wooden stake? Fangs? Other?
Traditional traits include immortality, burning in the sun, fangs, and being killed by staking.Why did you choose to write about vampires?
Because I'm a lemming! No, but really, I have no idea. I didn't really "choose" to do it so much as I sat down to write and that is what came out.Do you remember the first vampire story you read in a book or watched on a movie or television show?
Yes.What makes vampire stories appealing in today’s pop culture?
I think they're just fun. They can be sexy or terrifying, or sometimes both. They can create a sense of danger in a story just as easily as they can create a sense of lust and desire (not always sexual, but hey, sometimes that too!) I think those things are fun and fascinating to read about.
If someone were to see one of your vampires on the street, what would their reaction be? Fear? Attraction? No unique reaction from that of seeing a human?
Depends WHEN they saw them on the street, but in general, most times they wouldn't know what they'd seen, though they might still have a sense of fear that they can't explain.
And now, my review of The Forever Girl:
The story line is exciting and original, and everything eventually comes to light at the end. I saw no plot holes, which is wonderful and the romance in the novel is subtle yet strong--just the way I like it. I like novels that have a good deal of romance, but aren't completely consumed by it.
The characters are well-developed and fun to get to know. You can invest in their problems and care about them easily.
The story follows Sophia and has good pacing. Twists and turns keep you interested. I read this book very quickly because I just didn'y want to put it down. It's great for any fan of the paranormal.
Lastly, my review of Her Sweetest Downfall:
Her Sweetest Downfall is a wonderful story that gives a behind the scenes look at The Forever Girl. It follows different characters in a different time but it will all tie in to Hamilton's master plan.
The characters are well-developed, the plot is paced perfectly for a novella, and the romance in this book rings true. I almost cried at one point, that's how real the romance feels when reading Her Sweetest Downfall.
The characters fit their time. Often you see characters that seem too modern to be in the past, but that is not the case here, Hamilton takes you back in time.
I can't wait for the next book in this series, I am a true fan.
Tune back in on Wednesday when Sophia from The Forever Girl makes an appearance for Character of the Week!
Learn more about Rebecca Hamilton and other awesome authors on The Fiction Bookshelf!
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Character of the Week! Reginald from Flight of Blue!
Character of the Week
Reginald
Books Reginald appears in:
Flight of Blue by A. E. Howard
(and the upcoming books 2 and 3 of the Keeper of the Keys Chronicles)
Male
8 (that’s middle aged for his species)
Reginald is an Opossum
Short description of Reginald:
Male
8 (that’s middle aged for his species)
Reginald is an Opossum
Short description of Reginald:
Large male Opossum, Silvery-grey fur, likes to wear vests, pocket watches, and pleated slacks.
Five words that describe Reginald's personality:
Five words that describe Reginald's personality:
Bristly, humorless, sarcastic, slightly arrogant
A quote from Reginald:
A quote from Reginald:
“Do not touch me! What do you think I am? A mere animal? I am Reginald Long-Tail Jackson Weaver, Sorcerer of the Third Order. And you would... pet me?”
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Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Character of the Week! Liliana from The Sin Collector Series!
Character of the Week
Liliana (Last name varies)
Liliana (Last name varies)
Books Liliana appears in:
The Sin Collector Series by Jessica Fortunato
Female
The Sin Collector Series by Jessica Fortunato
Female
120 years young
Liliana is a Sin-Eater, or simply a Collector
Short description of Liliana:
Liliana is petite with alabaster skin, jet-black hair and hazel eyes. She has been Collecting for 100 years. Her transportation of choice is her lilac colored sport motorcycle. Since she doesn’t sleep she is very attached to her sitcom families. They help pass the time. She can see auras however, the origin of that power has yet to be discovered.
Five words that describe Liliana's personality:
Sarcastic, Loving, Intelligent, Brave, Honest
Short description of Liliana:
Liliana is petite with alabaster skin, jet-black hair and hazel eyes. She has been Collecting for 100 years. Her transportation of choice is her lilac colored sport motorcycle. Since she doesn’t sleep she is very attached to her sitcom families. They help pass the time. She can see auras however, the origin of that power has yet to be discovered.
Five words that describe Liliana's personality:
Sarcastic, Loving, Intelligent, Brave, Honest
A quote from Liliana:
“Truth was I didn't really want to die today. I was in the middle of a really good book, and being alive had always worked out for me. . ."
Tip for writing realistic characters from Jessica Fortunato:
I suppose the easiest way to create realistic characters is to draw inspiration from the people around you. Every one of my characters has a piece of someone I know in them. Lily's sarcasm is all my own, but the relaxed attitude and self assured nature that came with Thomas was inspired by my brother. Even when it comes to the bad, I think that everyone has had a negative experience to draw from. Even if your characters are supernatural in origin, most of the time they have human emotions, which is something I always want to showcase.
The Sin Collector Website: www.thesincollector.weebly.com
Jessica Fortunato on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessfortunato
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Thursday, May 3, 2012
Character Bio
Today, I'd like to give you a little look at one of my protagonists.
The
character I’d like to introduce you to is Ava Tanner. She is the main character in my novel, Obsidian,
which is book one of the Mystic Stones Series and will be released later
this year. I will tell you about her as if it
is the day before Obsidian begins.
She
has long dark hair, blue eyes, and a secret about herself that even she doesn’t
know. She lives in Hilo, Hawaii--on the
Big Island. She lives in the house her
parents left her, which is near the beach in Hilo and drives a blue Mini
Cooper.
She
works for a company named Herrick-Peyton.
She takes pride in her work and does everything she can to help out her
clients--especially the really good looking one that runs the Hawaiian branch
of Psytech. He’s always asking her to
work for him at his company, but she declines saying that she is loyal to
Herrick-Peyton.
Ava
likes to sing, or at least she used to sing with her mother when she was still
alive. One of her hobbies is throwing
knives, although she hasn’t had much time to do it recently.
She’s
not dating anyone, although her best friends’ brother is very into her. Unfortunately, she sees him more as a brother
than as a love interest. Ava's has no relatives, but considers her best friend, Alani and Alani's brother and grandmother to be part of her family.
Find
out the secret of Ava’s ancestry in Obsidian--Coming Soon!
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