What was your objective in writing this series? That is a great question, and the answer is maybe a little humorous. It was not intended to be a series, and certainly not one seven full length novels long. I originally just had the spark of “Myrgjol” in my mind’s eye...
I am so honoured to be highlighted in this great UK magazine. You will find out the how and why of my writing and creativity. Please if you have a question please comment below, I'm always happy to answer. There are a plethora of authors you can get to know through...
What drew you to children’s literature in particular? The decision to pen a children’s book came by accident. The book wrote itself.One afternoon I picked up a spiral notebook and started writing a story about a little fairy to entertain myself. The more I wrote...
When did your interest in magical stories begin? I think I’ve always been fascinated by stories of magic, but it deepened in high school and college when I became somewhat obsessed with stories of Merlin. I found the depictions of Mary Stewart particularly fascinating...
What was the inspiration for A Fifth of the Story? The inspiration for my novel “A Fifth of the Story” stemmed from a desire to craft a thrilling narrative that delves into themes of loyalty, espionage, and the looming threats to American democracy posed by the...
What sparked your interest in writing? I have had an interest in writing since before I can remember. When I was younger I would play with toys like legos or bionicles, during that I would make up backstories and battle scenes for all of my many characters. This then...
Q: What inspired you to write Little Fortified Stories? A few years ago I was in Lisbon at The DISQUIET International Literary Program. In my spare time I went to the port institution for a tasting. I sat in the dim room, sipping, when a character suddenly came into...
What inspired you to write Somewhere in Minnesota? Somewhere in Minnesota is a collection of short stories inspired by many different things, from personal experiences to imagined ones, and all the challenges, life-altering events and peculiar moments that happen in...
1. What captured your imagination about fantasy writing? The fact that anything, and any kind of setting is possible. I’ve played Final Fantasy games, and there is so much diversity in how a fantasy story can be told 2. How do you balance your...