Monday, July 27, 2015

Author Spotlight and Interview ~ Raven Williams ~ Fantasy Author

Author Spotlight
Raven Williams ~ Fantasy Author

Author Interview

Interview Questions:

1) Tell us about yourself! When did you start writing? Why? Who inspired you?

I started writing in 2010, mostly poetry and the like. I published my first non-fiction books in 2013.   I had also started a paranormal novel, but was unable to finish it due to the computer crashing before I could back up my docs.  I’m hoping to get it off that computer one day and finish it.

My biggest inspiration is Tolkien, especially after Peter Jackson beautifully recreated the stories into moves.  Whenever I watch the movies, I’m inspired to write my fantasy tales. 

 2) What is your newest release? Tell us about it.

My next release is September 25th and is the third book in my Realm Jumper Chronicles:  Elven-Fire.  It continues the story of the war between Dark and Light as well as focuses closely on two characters, Arlondyn, and Earth Elf, and Elemence, a Phoenix-shifter.

3. What is the hardest thing about writing?

It depends on what day it is and the mood of my characters.  Some days, I have trouble creating the dialogue between them.  Other days, it’s being descriptive and finding the right balance between too little to too much.

4. What is the easiest thing about writing?

I love writing, so making the time to do so is the easiest thing for me.  I have to write some every day, even if it is only a couple hundred words.  To not write, for me, is akin to not breathing.

5. If you could have been the original author of any book, what would it have been and why?

That’s easy, the Lord of the Rings.  I am so in love with Elves and Middle Earth, (not to mention Lord Aragorn) I could easily get lost in the story and forget to return.

6.  What is your favorite motivational phrase?

Having always felt different from those around me, I fell in love with a sticker I found in a store.  It simply says:  “You all laugh because I’m different.  I laugh because you’re all the same.”  Since then, I have embraced my uniqueness and pity those who feel the need to conform, because they know not what they are missing by doing so.

7. Where can you see yourself in 5 years time?

Still adding books to the Realm Jumper Chronicles and hopefully working on the paranormal series I mentioned earlier.

8. If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?

Why to Middle Earth, of course.  I truly believe I was born in the wrong place and time. 

9. Do you have a favorite author?

I have too many to list, but one I read on a regular basis is Christine Feehan.  I love her Dark series full of Carpathians.

10. What can we look forward to from you in the future?

Right now, I am working on to Companion Novellas to the Realm Jumper Chronicles.  One, Dragon’s Fire, delves into Drago’s parents prior to the setting in the series.  It will be part of a Dragon anthology that’s releasing July 2016.  I’m also working on Mixed Blood which focuses on Valael’s parents and is also set prior to the time of the Elves on Earth.  I’m hoping to have it finished and released the first of 2016. 

Along with them, I am working on book four in the series, Elven Dreams, which will continue the story of the battle between Dark and Light while focusing on two more characters and the demon introduced in book three. 

After that, I currently have two more books in the series planned:  Elven Guardian and Essence Reborn, as well as six more Companion Novellas.  That will keep me pretty busy through 2018/2019.

Synopsis and Buy Links:



Elven-Jumper:

Are humans experiencing memory flashes of a past life or do they just have very vivid imaginations?

Elwyndyn is a Moon Elf and a Realm Jumper. His mission; travel to the Earth, to assist humans experiencing dreams of another time; another life. When hearing their options, what will the humans decide?

Ayana is one such human. After her parents died. she meets a stranger with unusual eyes, eyes very much like hers, and everything she thought she knew changed. Before she knows it, she is on a quest to delve into her past lives. Will she like where this quest takes her, or is she in over her head?

First book  in the Realm Jumper Chronicles:  Elven-Jumper




Buy Links:

Amazon:  http://tinyurl.com/q9qlf6n

Amazon UK:  http://tinyurl.com/owmwpov

Smashwords:  http://tinyurl.com/qxht9cy

Barnes & Noble:  http://tinyurl.com/ocukp2d

Inktera:  http://www.inktera.com/store/title/9f083752-3e91-4ff8-9f80-b5cb9b09f070

iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/id992018374

Scribd:  https://www.scribd.com/book/264075823/Elven-Jumper-Realm-Jumpers-1

Kobo:  https://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/elven-jumper

Oyster:  https://www.oysterbooks.com/book/avCeGLdNrgpgwVKEeQ3xEc/elven-jumper-realm-jumpers-1

Paperbacks:
Amazon:  http://www.amazon.com/Elven-Jumper-Realm-Jumper-Chronicles-1/dp/1514302470/

Lulu:  http://www.lulu.com/shop/raven-williams/elven-jumper/paperback/product-22281352.html

Printed Hardcover:
Lulu:  http://www.lulu.com/shop/raven-williams/elven-jumper/hardcover/product-22204309.html

Dust Jacket Hardcover:
Lulu:  http://www.lulu.com/shop/raven-williams/elven-jumper/hardcover/product-22204326.html


Elf-Witch:

A collision of worlds as destinies entwine.

At 35, Maia wonders if she'll ever fit into the human life she's living.  She's always felt different, something more.  The dreams and visions of Elves confuse her, leading her to seek answers. 

The Dragon-shifter Drago, soon learns news of his and his "father's" past that changes everything he ever knew about himself. 

It is not long before destiny brings Drago and Maia together and they find themselves connected in ways they had never imagined. 

As the destinies of the human with Elven memories and the Dragon-Shifter entwine, they become drawn into a war between Dark & Light.  Where will this quest lead them?  Will any of them survive?

Second book in the Realm Jumper Chronicles, Elf-Witch


Buy Links:

Amazon:  http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00X4FRJVG

Amazon UK:  http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00X4FRJVG

Kobo:  https://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/elf-witch

iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/id992018069

Barnes & Noble:  http://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/2940152205121

Inktera:  http://www.inktera.com/store/title/e0f92172-7156-4324-bc66-31fb20539f2d

Scribd:  https://www.scribd.com/book/264103479/Elf-Witch-Realm-Jumpers-2

Oyster:  https://www.oysterbooks.com/book/T7jDZe3GoDbVtwRbeDGkzE/elf-witch-realm-jumpers-2

Paperback: 
Amazon:  http://www.amazon.com/Elf-Witch-Realm-Jumper-Chronicles-2/dp/1514193469/

Lulu:  http://www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/elf-witch/16765565

Printed Hardcover: 
Lulu:  http://www.lulu.com/content/hardcover-book/elf-witch/16765621

Hardcover/Dust Jacket: 
Lulu:  http://www.lulu.com/content/hardcover-book/elf-witch/16765636


Elven-Fire:

Third book in the Realm Jumper fantasy series, Elven-Fire, releasing September 25, 2015.

War between Dark and Light is coming.  Will the Universe fall into Darkness?

Unknown to humans, Earth stands on the cusp of war.  One which could cause the Earth as well as the Universe to fall into Darkness.  Elemence, leader of the Phoenix-Shifters, steps down from her position to lead her Warriors on Earth.  Is it a decision she will live to regret?

Arlondyn of Elf-Kin volunteers for the Elven contingent on Earth.  If there is to be war, he will do his part to prevent the shift to Darkness.  Even if it means his death.

With war looming, each of the Elder Species must make a choice.  The Elves and Phoenix-Shifters have pledged their support.  Will the other species join them or leave Earth to its fate?


Pre-order Links:

Amazon:  http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010U61J9E

Amazon UK:  http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B010U61J9E

Barnes & Noble:  http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/elven-fire-raven-williams/1122252933

iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/id1015742685

Kobo:  https://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/elven-fire


Bio:

Raven Williams describes herself as a beautiful mess disguised as a human being. Within this beautiful mess words swirl around until they coalesce into fictional, fantasy stories or poetry for the world to read.

When Raven is not writing, she is creating art in the form of fractal designs and abstract paintings.  She is also a caregiver for a disabled family member and three cats.  She currently resides in the Northwest Florida Panhandle, but the Pacific Northwest is the home of her heart.  She hopes to return there one day.

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1 comment:

  1. Great information. I like to think LOTR inspired countless writers because it's legendary and timeless.

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