Interview with Stephanie Wood

Today, I’m pleased to welcome Stephanie Wood, British author of the Aegean Sun series. Stick around to see her old photos from Kos and catch a glimpse of the sights and experiences that inspired the books. A couple of the books are currently discounted to 99c (and 99p in the UK). Grab your copies while this limited time offer lasts!

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This fast paced contemporary story takes place at the Aegean Sun Hotel in Greece over the summer season. Focusing on the various visitors who stay in room 101 on a weekly basis, it interweaves with the stories of the hotel staff and holiday reps based there over a six month period. The karaoke nights, bar crawls, barbeques and boat cruises are enjoyed by some more than others, but they all have a tale to tell. Several characters are open and honest whilst others keep secrets from their fellow holidaymakers, reps and even their own partners…

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Follow the escapades of some of the holidaymakers who stayed in Room 101 at the Aegean Sun Hotel to find out what happens when they leave the freedom of their holiday and return to the routine of their lives back home. Discover the after effects of a Greek holiday on characters who are seeking a better work/life balance, those who are navigating a more serious relationship, and those preparing for an unexpected addition to the family which is not wholly desired by both parties…

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Meet the office girls: Janet, Carla and Melissa. It’s another hot Greek summer season and they have many issues to deal with, both in their workplace and in their private lives, but just how much does one affect the other? Janet is settling into a serious relationship, until outside influences start pushing her towards a future she may not be ready for. Carla embarks on a new romance, oblivious to the secret anguish this arouses in her close friend. Melissa is searching for Mr Right, although Mr Rich would be more preferable…

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Hello Stephanie and welcome to my blog!

Hello Fros! Thank you for inviting me!

How did the AEGEAN SUN series come about? Can you tell us a little about the inspiration behind it?

When I worked as a holiday rep in Greece I had a lot of interesting experiences which were always a good topic of conversation among my friends, and they often said I should write a book about some of the more amusing incidents. I promised myself that I really should do it one day…

Years later, I was on holiday in a budget hotel where the bathroom light flickered annoyingly and I was regularly woken at dawn by the maids chattering loudly as they removed their equipment from the storage cupboard on the other side of the wall. I began to wonder who else had stayed in that room and how they had reacted to the same problem. I had enough experience working with the general public to realise that although many would have stayed quiet (as I did), others would have caused a scene and the rep would’ve had to handle things diplomatically if they wanted to stay on speaking terms with the maids! Suddenly, lots of scenarios came to mind and I started jotting them down, giving the viewpoint of both the rep and the holidaymaker and the first book quickly took shape.

At the time, I was staying at the Aegean Sun Hotel and I was in Room 101, so it seemed perfectly fitting to use that as the title, plus it’s an easy number for people to remember.

I wrote the book from the viewpoint of what happened in that one particular room, but it was clear that the characters’ stories didn’t finish there and a sequel quickly followed to show how the after effects of that holiday unfolded. The rest of the books have been a natural progression of getting to know some of the regular characters better whilst still keeping the excitement and surprise of new visitors in unexpected situations.

Sounds delightful! I used to clean rooms in Moraitika, Corfu in the 80s at a family guesthouse and know what you mean about amusing incidents… Any hobbies or interests that you enjoy in your spare time?

I love reading, of course, but I can’t read as much as I used to now that I’m constantly writing or promoting the books. Usually, I set aside an hour or so before bed to unwind and lose myself in some fictional landscape without any other distractions. If I can find an hour or two in the afternoon sometimes it’s a real treat!

I also like to watch some sports on TV. I used to be fitter when I was younger, but two decades of back problems mean that it’s safer to watch these days! I enjoy golf, Twenty20 cricket, cycling and tennis. I was lucky enough to see the Becker v Edberg final at Wimbledon in 1988 and I’d love to go again. In the winter I love watching bobsleigh and ski jumping, although I wouldn’t go to watch those in person as I can’t stand the cold and much prefer warm, sunny skies!

What are you working on at the moment? Tell us a little about your current project(s).

The Aegean Sun series is an ongoing project, so I usually have one book being edited at the same time as I am writing the next – not to mention all the scribbled notes which will form the basis of the one after that! Luckily I am up to speed with these books, which now gives me time to work on my new seasonal series of quick reads: Christmas on The Close.

Last November I released the first in the series – aptly titled The First Christmas – but I was not ready to publish any of the others as I wasn’t satisfied with a few scenes here and there. Also I wanted to organize my covers so that they would be recognized as a series and hadn’t found the right person to assist with that side of things. This year I am preparing the next three books for Christmas publication with appropriate covers for the genre, which have just been finalized.

By the way, the characters in the books frequently refer to where they live as ‘The Close’ as though it’s a person’s name, which is why I have capitalized it in the series title… it’s not a misprint!

Which are your favorite authors, and what do you love about them?

I have recently finished reading the latest Jodi Picoult book so, having read them all so far, I’m eagerly awaiting her next publication. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her books as, even though some are better than others, they all tell quite different stories with important messages buried within the characters or storylines. She does a lot of research into the subjects she writes about but it doesn’t often impede the narrative; it generally enriches it so that you can understand why some of her characters take opposing viewpoints.

I also love reading Paulo Coelho. Again, not all his books have hit the spot with me, but most of them have awakened an understanding of a different way of thinking. He describes a person’s character, or a beautiful location, or a scene of devastation with such poetic language that it has an almost ethereal quality. He creates a world where you are happy for him to push the boundaries of comfort so you can discover where that journey will take you personally. I would say it can be a challenging, but still an enriching experience.

Yes, “ethereal” is a great way to describe Coelho’s writing… Choose a male and a female character from your book and tell us which actor and actress you’d cast to play them in a film adaptation.

Ooh, that would be exciting… However, I think the books would work better as a TV mini-series, so I’d be thinking of small screen rather than Hollywood actors!

The first one that comes to mind is Zoe who has a vulnerable side, but can be quite feisty and isn’t one to give up – I think that would have to be Michelle Keegan (ex Corrie).

As for Michalis; he hides his real feelings behind a mask of arrogant bravado, but underneath he is passionate, devoted and a bit of a sweetie! I would love to see Luke Pasqualino (The Musketeers) play him as he actually looks very similar to the guy I based the character on…

Being an author involves a lot of sitting around. What do you do for exercise?

As I have recurring back problems, I attend regular physio sessions where I’ve picked up quite a few exercises that are easy to do around the house. Obviously they are more like what you would do in a pilates or yoga class, rather than anything too energetic, but I did a lot of ballet at school and I still like to dance a little now and then.

I sympathize about the back problems… From my own experience, yoga is a great way to keep the spine pain-free. Describe your workstation. Are there any favorite objects you have there for inspiration?

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Actually, no. I like a very clear workspace, as you can see from the photo. I need to have no distractions, just my notebook and a good imagination. When I have to walk through a scene in my mind I gaze out of the window to the peaceful open space of the garden. It metaphorically turns the page onto a new location and it encourages the flow of new ideas while giving my eyes a temporary rest away from the screen.

Do you listen to music while you write and if so, what kind?

I absolutely love listening to music, anywhere and everywhere – except when I’m writing! I sometimes have relaxing classical music playing when I am going through my previous work or filing notes into a usable order, but once I start it has to go off! I did have a meditation CD I used to play at a low volume, but I would only notice it had finished a couple of hours later when I came to the end of my writing phase; it wasn’t distracting, but I didn’t notice it anyway so I stopped using it and now I love the silence. The music comes later when I’ve fulfilled my target for the day!

If you could have one superpower what would it be?

Speed-reading! I have so many books waiting to be read, I just can’t imagine when I’ll get through them all. Unfortunately, during some conversations I have let authors know that I have bought their book and I know they are waiting to find out what I thought about it, but I just haven’t had the chance to read them yet.

Who is your favorite poet? Quote a couple of lines from your favorite poem.

I used to read poetry quite a lot after studying Wilfred Owen’s verses for O level exams. There was so much despair, longing and obligation in his words that I was inspired to read anything I could get my hands on. After living through countless poets’ expressions of wonder, frustration, love and disenchantment I started writing some poetry of my own and realized that it was an extremely personal experience.

Now I find that different poets suit different moods and I’m often surprised by the poetry of song lyrics on the radio which waft over me, arouse an emotion and then pass by leaving a pleasant aftertaste. It’s refreshing and light-hearted, but when I need a bit of strength I find it in the final words of Invictus by William Ernest Henley:

“I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.”

I love this, and it’s one of my favorite affirmations. Thank you for this delightful chat, Stephanie!

Thank you too, Fros, for introducing me to your readers.

 

Stephanie Wood was born in the North West of England and has returned there after working in Europe for several years as a holiday representative. She made the decision to change career after a wonderful holiday in Kos, accepting contracts in Spain, Malta, Cyprus, and a handful of Greek islands, but found she was happiest working in the place which had originally inspired her. Now, with regular visits to catch up with her Greek friends, she treats Kos as her second home and writes fictional stories about the kind of people who might go there to work or to spend time in its hotels and cafés.

So, if you visit Kos one summer and find yourself having a relaxing lunch in a beachside taverna, watch out for the woman in the corner, scribbling madly into her notebook with a satisfied grin on her face…

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Interview with Jennifer Barclay

Today I’m thrilled to welcome Jennifer Barclay, a fabulous British author who’s just launched a book set in Greece with the delightful title, “An Octopus in my Ouzo”. I adore the cover – makes me want to dig right in! Check this out:

 

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Escape to the sunlight and colour of a wild island in the south Aegean.

When Jennifer moves alone into the Honey Factory on a tiny Greek island, bringing a laptop, her hiking boots and plans for a peaceful life, she has no idea what surprises are in store. Diving into an exciting new life with a fisherman, she learns something every day. Joining the dancing at local festivals and helping at a café on the beach, surviving winter storms and finding a canine companion, she is faced with both challenges and rewards, and discovers that to become an island woman she must live small and think big.

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“I came here looking for some kind of happiness. I think it might be the cleverest thing I have ever done.”

One heartbroken winter, Jennifer decides to act on her dream of moving to a tiny Greek island – because life is too short not to reach out for what makes us happy. Funny, romantic and full of surprising twists, Falling in Honey is a story about relationships, tzatziki, adventures, swimming, Greek dancing, starfish… and a bumpy but beautiful journey into Mediterranean sunshine.

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Hello Jennifer and welcome to my blog!

Hi Effrosyni, very excited to be here.

What has inspired you to write AN OCTOPUS IN MY OUZO?

I moved to the tiny Greek island of Tilos in the South Aegean five years ago. Pretty much every day inspired me to write – my life was suddenly full of fresh experience. A couple of years after I arrived here, I published a book called FALLING IN HONEY, which told the story of how I had first fallen in love with Greece in general and Tilos in particular, and the somewhat unusual story of how I came to live here alone. AN OCTOPUS IN MY OUZO now tells the story of how those first few years went – what it was like to live my dream and to reach out for everything I wanted.

In some ways it’s about how I began to live a different kind of life, but it’s also about the very different life of a small island, and I hope readers will come away feeling they’ve had an intimate glimpse of this little corner of the world through its seasons.

I’m sure that intimate glimpse will be delightful to your readers, Jennifer. What other writing have you done? Anything else published?

As well as these two books about Greece, I previously published a book about three months travelling around South Korea, called MEETING MR KIM. South Korea was a country I’d never expected to go to; once I began travelling around on my own, I was welcomed by the people with the kind of unstinting warmth that in Greece is called filoxenia. Oddly enough, I find lots of similarities in the two countries: an ancient culture, strong family bonds, a small country mostly surrounded by sea with a sea-going history, peaceful, often subjected to the aggression of bigger nations.

I work with books and occasionally a publisher comes to me with a book idea and asks me to write it; so although they weren’t my idea, I wrote A LITERARY FEAST and THE WALKER’S FRIEND and THE TRAVELLER’S FRIEND, among others.

What are you working on at the moment? Tell us a little about your current project(s).

At the moment I’m working hard on other people’s books – I’m a freelance editor and literary agent – but trying to get to a stage where I can take time off to write. I find this the most productive way of writing for me, to take off a month or so and focus completely. There’s one particular project I want to finish, which involves animals… I also try to reserve some weekend time regularly to write my blog, also called An Octopus in my Ouzo. I noticed recently that my life here has developed further and I wonder if there may be a book three about Tilos.

Tell us about your website/blog. What will readers find there?

An Octopus in my Ouzo is a strange mix – as you’d expect from the title. I post stories and photos from daily life on the island that I found interesting or amusing; also from travels in Greece; sometimes food; often photographs of blue skies here will cheer up my readers who are living somewhere colder or gloomier. I sometimes write about books I’ve come across, if I think they might be of interest to my readers. The last one I wrote about was called Raki and Fish, by a Turkish writer from Istanbul and a Greek photographer from Chios; it takes you on a journey around the Mediterranean to places where seafood is part of the culture.

Sounds like a fantastic blog for lovers of Greece. What genres do you read mostly, and what are you reading now?

I read a lot for my work as a freelance editor and literary agent, and that is often very inspiring. This week I happen to have been working with John Carter, a travel journalist with half a century of experience, on a collection of stories for Bradt; I’ve also been working with new author Caspar Craven, who has spent the last eighteen months circumnavigating the globe in a yacht with his wife and three small children, and who is developing a book about how to live your own dream; and I’m reading the new manuscript by Samantha Verant, author of SEVEN LETTERS FROM PARIS, about how she integrated into a French family – which had a lot to do with making delicious food… I do try to read published books too, and I’ve been slowly making my way through a very detailed book called SEA ROOM, about a group of wild Scottish islands; but I really love to be immersed in a good novel, something I can’t put down. I’m just starting to re-read Brad Smith’s ROUGH JUSTICE.

It all sounds delightful, I must say. Do you have any advice for other indie authors?

I think, for all authors, whether independently published or not (I’ve been published by traditional publishers so far), it’s important to engage online with readers and with other authors and find ways to spread the word about your work subtly but widely. Everyone has specific tastes and they may simply not be interested, but if people don’t know about you they won’t read you. Having worked in book publishing for over two decades, when people ask, ‘So, do you work with anyone I’ve heard of?’, I find most people are familiar with very few, very established authors. The internet is a wonderful resource which levels the playing field a bit and allows you to let people know what you’re doing, and it costs nothing except time. Having said that, I found that getting my story into certain print magazines was more effective than everything else combined; and Amazon offers help enormously too.

Being an author involves a lot of sitting around. What do you do for exercise?

Walking and swimming – hugely important part of most days for me! I have a dog, and she knows our routine and is very sulky if we don’t keep to it. One of the reasons I love living where I do is that I’m surrounded by countryside, by mountain paths, and there are several beaches within easy walking distance, deserted for much of the year. Walking in remote places is great for allowing thoughts to process too; I always try to have a notebook with me. I also get up from my desk to make bread and cakes, which in some ways cancels out the walking and swimming, of course…

Hey, I’ve got the exact same problem! (*chuckles*) Is there anything you like to do to get the creative juices flowing when you write?

Until now, I’ve always written non-fiction, although I like to distill the true experiences into stories that read almost like fiction sometimes. So I’m inspired by life, by things I see and hear, and therefore it’s very important to have a notebook and pen with me wherever possible (I’ve even written notes as texts to myself on my old-fashioned phone). I find being on the move, travelling, is very good for inspiration. When I’m sitting at my desk shaping notes into stories and seeing how they can be crafted together to convey something that seems of value, I need endless hot drinks and snacks until I finally get into the zone and am immersed in it.

What are the things in your life that you’re most grateful for?

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All the things I mentioned earlier… Reading, writing, walking with my dog and swimming are endless sources of pleasure and satisfaction, and I’m grateful that living on Tilos affords me more time for creativity.

Who is your favorite poet? Quote a couple of lines from your favorite poem.

I’ve never thought of myself as a big poetry fan, but I ended up learning about the poet Gwendolyn MacEwen during the writing of AN OCTOPUS IN MY OUZO. She wrote a poem called ‘Sunlight at Sherbourne and Bloor’ which is taped to my wall. I can’t quote from it as it’s still in copyright but it’s worth looking up – or you can read about it in the book!

Thank you for taking the time to be here with us today, Jennifer!

Thank you too, Effrosyni. It’s been a pleasure.

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Jennifer Barclay grew up in the north of England in a village on the edge of the Pennines; after studying at Oxford University she left for Greece, then lived in Canada and France and near the south coast of England before moving to a Greek island. She works from home – often barefoot, to the sound of crickets or goats – as an editor and literary agent and maintains a work blog, www.jennifer-barclay.blogspot.com. Her passion is writing and in addition to books she writes occasionally for newspapers and magazines, and her personal blog: www.octopus-in-my-ouzo.blogspot.com.

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Interview with Ayesha Shoulders

Hello! Today, I’m pleased to welcome Ayesha L. Shoulders, an author who loves to incorporate life messages in her contemporary fiction novels.

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Mariah Langston has a life many women would envy. She has a great job, a nice house, a luxurious car, and a boyfriend who understands her every need, even when that need is to not get married…for the third time. When he breaks rule number one in their relationship and proposes out of the blue, Mariah must overcome her worst fears. Will she give marriage one more try or is love just knot enough to save her relationship with the man of her dreams?

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Lies, Betrayal, and Secrets – Can friendship overcome all three?

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Hello Ayesha and welcome to my blog!

Hello Fros, thank you for the invitation.

Tell us a little about your writing journey. How did you become a writer?

I was inspired to write at a young age after reading series such as The Baby-Sitters Club by Ann M. Martin and Sweet Valley High by Francine Pascal. My love for reading an entertaining, attention-getting book—no matter the genre—definitely contributed to my wanting to publish my own work someday, which I’m happy has come true with two books now published. I self-published When it’s Time to Walk Away in May 2011, and When Love’s Knot Enough was published by French Press Bookworks in April 2015.

Any hobbies or interests that you enjoy in your spare time?

Lately, I would say sleep is on the top of the list. I know, I know… I can’t really use this one since it’s something we all have to do, but I love to take a long nap whenever possible to keep up with my ever growing to-do list. In addition, I enjoy serving in my church ministries and as the Vice President of the Northern Virginia Writers Club, shopping for unique and trendy shoes (yes, I’m a big time shoe lover), and spending time with my six-year-old son—I saved the best for last: I’m also a football mom!

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Oh your son is so cute!

Thank you, this photo was taken at a Halloween event, well, obviously! (*laughs*)

Delightful. Thank you for sharing this, Ayesha. Do you see yourself in any of your characters, or do any of them have traits you wish you had?

I see myself in my characters Shellie Simone and Eboni Gilliar from my first book, When it’s Time to Walk Away.

Shellie always put her friends’ wants, needs, and problems before her own. She was even blindsided when her best friend, Strandra Wilcom, from childhood tried to use her in a plot to steal their friend’s husband (you’ll have to grab the book to see what happens!). She never thought Standra would do that to her after being such a loyal friend from the beginning. I too encountered those same experiences with others, but as I have matured from life’s experiences, my thought process has changed.  I’ve transitioned into someone more like Eboni’s character. Eboni was the strong-willed character in my book. Yes, she faced challenges in her family, but she never allowed them to make her crumble. She also doesn’t give into other people’s insecurities. She knows who she is as a woman and remains true to those standards regardless of what she has to face. This is why I enjoyed creating Eboni’s character. I firmly believe my joy and inner peace do not come from people, so why should I allow them to steal it from me? I refuse to let that happen!

Good for you, I say! What are you working on at the moment? Tell us a little about your current project(s).

Currently, I’m working on starting a new blog focused on Women, Love, and Romance. Readers can join my mailing list from my website to receive email notifications for new entries that I post.  I’m preparing to start posting next month in April.

Good luck, and I hope you get lots of followers! Which are your favorite authors, and what do you love about them?

I would say Emily Griffin. I remember the first time I read her book “baby proof.” I thought the storyline was so cute. I enjoyed the book so much that I couldn’t put it down. I also love the simplicity of her book covers and how her books focus on topics that readers can relate to and be entertained at the same time.

What genres do you read mostly, and what are you reading now?

I love to read Chick Lit when my schedule allows, but I’m not solely bound to this genre of fiction. I’ll read anything that has an intriguing storyline, great characters, and keeps me engaged. I met author Peter G. Pollak last year at a conference and decided to purchase his murder mystery, Making the Grade. I typically don’t read murder mysteries, but I decided to read the synopsis on the back of his book because I liked his book cover (book covers play a major part in me picking up a book to read more).  The synopsis sounded interesting, so I decided to give it a try! I’m glad I did.

I recently started reading “Put a Ring on It” by author Beth Kendrick. This is my first time reading literature from this author.

Do you have any advice for other indie authors?

Learn as much as you can about the publishing industry. You have to look at being an author as a business and you’re the owner, whether you choose to self-publish or go the traditional route.  It will be your name on the line. This means having a basic understanding of the marketing, financial, sales, and networking elements that are involved in becoming an indie author.

When you take the time to build your brand and learn the ends and outs of the publishing business, you will know when something can be done when someone else says it can’t. Most importantly, never give up! When I first started appearing at book signing events, I was so excited. I didn’t care if I only sold one book (thankfully, I always walked away selling more than that); I always thought that was one more person who didn’t know about Ayesha Shoulders before who now does.

Just remember you’re not alone and there are other authors out there who understand the different challenges and victories you’ll encounter as an indie author. Consider joining a writers group and attending conferences as well. There’s a wealth of information available out there for you, but you won’t get it staying at home. If you can learn from another author what works and what doesn’t when marketing your book, then this will be a big time and money saver for you in the long run.

Sound advice, Ayesha, thank you. Tell us about your website/blog. What will readers find there?

Readers can find a host of information on my website. I provide access to a list of my books, up-to-date calendar events, posts from my blog, and testimonials from professional reviewers. I also have a Bio that visitors can read to learn about me as an author and a contact page where they can reach out to me. I love to hear from readers and other authors, so I do respond in a reasonable timeframe when I receive an inquiry.

Do you have any other photos to share today?

Yes, two more. I recently discovered my artistic side again at an art studio. I attended a class called Walk in Paris and painted the picture you can see here. In another life, I would have gone to art school instead of college for business and computers!

 

That looks fantastic, well done, Ayesha! Thank you for this interview and for the lovely photos you shared!

Thank you too, Fros, for the opportunity to present my work.

 

Author Ayesha L. Shoulders

Ayesha L. Shoulders is an ambitious woman who lives life to the fullest. She has a passion for writing jaw-dropping contemporary fiction that is relatable and sprinkled with a life message. Ayesha self-published her first novel, When it’s Time to Walk Away, in May 2011. Her second novel, When Love’s Knot Enough, was released by French Press Bookworks in April 2015. Ayesha loves to connect with readers on Facebook and Twitter. She can also be contacted at her website.

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Interview with Doug Cooper, author of the Crystal series

Today I am thrilled to welcome Doug Cooper, scifi author of the riveting Crystal series. Check out these stunning covers and stick around to meet the scientist behind the novels!

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Hello Doug and welcome to my blog!

Thank you, Effrosyni! This is quite a thrill.

What have you been up to? Tell us about your latest project.

I am now finishing Crystal Rebellion, the third full-length scifi-suspense book of Crystal series, and I am very excited. I love the story, think it’s my best work yet, and am anxious to learn if my fans and new readers agree.

The first two books, Crystal Deception and Crystal Conquest, established the characters and defined their world—Earth in the not-to-distant future with aliens at our door and AI helping with our defense.

This new book is different because it introduces our heroes as an established and functioning team rather than one in the process of self-discovery. I’ve written the story as a stand-alone book so new readers can start with it and enjoy the fun.

The setting is on Mars, and the bad guys are three AI crystals left behind after the last alien invasion of our solar system. The story contains all the grand elements of the Crystal series tradition—aliens, spies, artificial intelligence, romance, and battles in space!

Our heroes struggle to save the world and soon realize they need to save themselves. I’ll leave it at that as I don’t want to reveal any spoilers. I invite everyone to give the book a read when it is released in August, 2016, and enjoy the ride!

Sounds like a riveting read, Doug. What other work and writing have you done?

I am professor of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Connecticut.  I also am founder of Control Station, Inc., a software and services technology company. These are both exciting endeavors and consume the bulk of my day.

In these professional roles, I have authored or co-authored more than 80 scholarly publications, including technical journal articles, conference papers, and a textbook. All that writing gave me the basics I have been building upon for my creative work. It also has given me lots of practice presenting science and technology concepts in a manner accessible to a broad audience, and this is something I draw upon in writing my books.

What inspired you to take up the life of a writer?

I was looking for a new creative outlet in my life and started chasing a handful of ideas. I storyboarded a series of webcasts to go with my online textbook (www.controlguru.com), I outlined intellectual property ideas for a new technology company, and I tapped away at my keyboard writing a science fiction novel. Within months, my writing morphed into a passion and I dropped my other projects to give myself more time for it. I’ve been at it for about four years and my writing time remains a most treasured part of my day.

For the Crystal series, my goal is to write books that I would enjoy reading. My preference is fast-paced, action-adventure stories with great characters, a space tech theme, and a plot line with surprises.  I leave it to readers to tell me if I succeeded in that goal.

How do you get ideas for your characters? Do you model them after people you know?

None of my characters model a particular person. Rather, they all are a collection of traits and habits that I have observed in people, through reading, or from movies.  I write in a rotating point of view (POV) style where the reader spends time with each of the central characters, sometimes in different story lines that eventually merge as the plot develops. It’s great fun to sit down and “be” a character for a few days, observing events, drawing conclusions, and responding appropriately as that portion of the story unfolds.

I would describe my process for developing a character as much like building a jigsaw puzzle. I enjoy being at a particular point in an adventure, with characters deployed here and there, all with histories and in certain situations, and now I must move the story forward in a plausible and entertaining fashion. And in doing so, each character must behave in a manner consistent with their personality.

Which authors influenced you and what do you love about them?

As a kid, I discovered Tom Swift, Jr., a young adult science fiction series. In different books, Tom builds a flying lab, a jet submarine, a giant robot, a rocket ship—I was in heaven. During my teens I gobbled science fiction, reading authors like Heinlein, Asimov, Clarke, and Bradbury. I started mixing in fantasy authors, ranging from Tolkien to Piers Anthony to Zelazny.  Now, too often I find myself reading best sellers, because that’s what’s available in airports when I travel.

Many among the authors I’ve interviewed have a pet as a writing companion. Do you have one?

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Yes, I do! My wife got a kitten about six months ago—Bailey Cooper. He gets up with me every morning and hangs out in his perch, watching me type. That is, until he gets bored. Then he works hard to distract me. 🙂

Oh, he is so beautiful! And I have a cat too, I know what you mean! Do you have any advice for new authors?

Write every day and have fun doing it. Writing is art, and so there will be people who like what you do and those who don’t. So like any art form, do it for yourself. Write what brings you joy and satisfaction, and you will produce the best work you are able to.

One way to practice is to write pieces and then stick them in a drawer. An alternative is to write things that will help society. Your neighborhood library, museum, senior center, or shelter all have access to grant opportunities and would benefit from a talented individual willing to help them write one. It’s hard work. It’s only creative to the extent you can spin the circumstances of the organization you are supporting to the requirements of the granting agency. But I know that anyone who writes a dozen grant applications will be judged a dozen times. It’s frustrating work, but like practicing your scales on an instrument, this sort of activity strengthens writing skills.

Great advice, thank you Doug. Is there a message in your novel that you hope readers will grasp?

My highest priority is to entertain. The educator in me reveals himself, though, because my next priority is to teach. I spread those pieces out so (hopefully) no one notices. But I enjoy weaving tidbits about science and technology into the stories.

For example, in a scene in Crystal Conquest, a character is in space looking back at Earth, marveling that the atmosphere responsible for protecting and nourishing all life appears as a thin layer—a wisp of gas—circling the planet. The scene continues with him wondering how that meager film can feel so thick and boundless when standing on Earth and looking up at the sky.

So, perhaps next time readers see a picture of Earth taken from space, they might take a moment to consider if “meager film” is an accurate descriptor of the atmosphere that protects us. If they agree and this is a new observation to them, perhaps it will inform their future thoughts and actions about how to treat that wisp of gas.

In the books, you can find a science-filled sentence or two about AI inference engines, orbital mechanics, automatic control systems, cloaking devices, and lots more, all buried in the stories so you don’t even know!

Why did you choose to become an indie author rather than follow the traditional publishing route?

I chose the indie route for a number of reasons: I’m anxious to get new works out to readers in a timely fashion; I want to maintain long-term control over the work, and I am excited by the entrepreneurial challenge.  Self-publishing has all aspects of the small business enterprise, including product creation, branding and marketing, finance, project management, and intellectual property concerns. I love exploring ways to pull those levers to advance my writing career.

Well, Doug, this has been a real pleasure. Thank you very much for your time.

Thank you, Effrosyni, for this opportunity to talk about my work.

 

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As a child, Doug stood on a Florida beach and watched an Apollo spacecraft climb the sky on its mission to the moon. He was thrilled at the sight of the pillar of flames pushing the rocket upward. And then the thunderous roar washed over him, shaking his body and soul. The excitement of the moon landing inspired Doug to pursue a career in technology. He studied Chemical Engineering in college and now works as a professor and entrepreneur when he is not writing. His passions include telling inventive tales, mentoring driven individuals, and everything sci-tech.

In the books of the Crystal series, Doug swirls his creative imagination with his life experiences to craft science fiction action-adventure stories with engaging characters and plot lines with surprises. He lives in Connecticut with his wonderful wife and with pictures of his son, who is off somewhere in the world creating adventures of his own.

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