Please tell me about your novel.
“Legend of Dragamere”, a legendary castle … a maniacal wizard … dragons, strangers and a magical rose …
Chelsey always knew she was different. After reading an obscure fantasy novel, she sensed a connection. Desperately seeking answers, she flies to England and befriends a handsome stranger, Damien. They meet with the enigmatic Malcolm, who mysteriously reveals their joint heritage. The facts are unbelievable; his claim … their bloodline.
In order for them to survive, they must go to the infamous castle, Dragamere, and break a thousand year-old curse. They are spurred on by a malevolent entity that has transcended time. The cursed lovers’ archenemy proves to be a defiant foe and their journey becomes treacherous.
The curse is broken and so is the veil of time. Chelsey and Damien find themselves in the past, united with the condemned lovers. Together, they must face their evil nemesis and destroy him. Will they ever return to their own time and at what cost?
Who or what was your inspiration behind it?
After reading Stephen King’s “The Eyes of the Dragon” many years ago, the desire to write my own dragon tale came to the forefront.
What are some of your favorite genres to read and to write?
Fantasy fiction and Thrillers.
When you sit down to write, do you do it the old-fashioned way with pen and paper or do you use a computer?
I prefer my computer. I can keep the thoughts organized much better.
Do you prefer one way or the other?
I’d rather use a computer, but when I don’t have access, I’ll do it the old-fashioned way. Jotting down notes or sometimes, a mini-tape recorder, but very seldom, as these disconnected thoughts tend to be lost the moment after they’ve been written or spoken.
What has been your favorite part of being an author?
Writing my story and seeing it develop.
What has been your least favorite?
The difficulties of being an Indie author with promotion.
What has been the strangest thing that a reader has asked you?
When I first wrote my dragon fantasy, I worked in a convenience store as a cashier. Those who read my work would always ask “What are you doing here, you’re a writer!” My response was, “Thanks, but I have to eat too!”
Besides writing and reading, what is your most favorite thing to do?
I’m a music fan and I listen to all types of music spanning the last 50 years.
Did you have any teacher in school that encouraged you to write?
In high school, my Composition teacher, Mr. Delzingaro, prodded me to continue my writing. I laughed him off and didn’t even think about writing for another thirty-odd years.
Did you take their advice?
Long after the suggestion, yes.
What genre are you most looking forward to exploring during your writing career?
I’m working on a story now called “What Is To Come?” It’s an attempt to delve into the Thriller genre.
Why?
With the world in chaos right now, the ‘what ifs’ are staggering. The ever-present news we’re all being fed was the trigger. What do we have to look forward to? Is the future a repeat of past events? These thoughts led to a Flash Fiction that I decided to expand into a full-blown tale.
Who are your favorite authors?
I love Stephen King! His attention to detail is amazing.
Is there anything else that you would like to share or say to those who will read this interview?
Yes, to all those unknown writers, don’t give up. Keep forging ahead, try new ideas, you’ll surprise yourselves with what you can accomplish.
A legendary castle … a maniacal wizard … dragons, strangers and a magical rose …
Chelsey always knew she was different. After reading an obscure fantasy novel, she sensed a connection. Desperately seeking answers, she flies to England and befriends a handsome stranger, Damien. They meet with the enigmatic Malcolm, who mysteriously reveals their joint heritage. The facts are unbelievable; his claim … their bloodline.
In order for them to survive, they must go to the infamous castle, Dragamere, and break a thousand year-old curse. They are spurred on by a malevolent entity that has transcended time. The cursed lovers’ archenemy proves to be a defiant foe and their journey becomes treacherous.
The curse is broken and so is the veil of time. Chelsey and Damien find themselves in the past, united with the condemned lovers. Together, they must face their evil nemesis and destroy him. Will they ever return to their own time and at what cost?
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