The Next Big Thing Blog Hop
I received a wonderful surprise when I checked my emails around 2 a.m.
I have been nominated to participate in The Next Big Thing Blog Hop by fellow blogger and writer, Leila Gaskin.
A huge thank you to you Leila. You Rock, chick!
So, what is this Blog Hop? I’m glad you asked. ‘The Next Big Thing’ is a sort of blog hop post, in which I’ll have to answer questions and then choose other bloggers to answer them as well. As each of us pass the questions on, we are in fact introducing our readers to the writers that we admire.
So, here are the 10 questions that I’m to answer:
1. What is the working title of your book?
Revelation: Book 1 of the Andromeda Rising Series
2. Where did the idea come from for the book?
Idris Elba as Heimdall in the film, Thor. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
The idea actually started with the main character. My husband and I went to the drive-in to see “Thor” and I was inspired to create a character based on the actor Idris Elba; who played Heimdall.
3. What genre does your book fall under?
Military Science Fiction with a Thriller twist (I hope).
4. Which actors would you choose to play your characters in a movie rendition?
Well, definitely Idris Elba as Captain Ingram, Robbie Coltrane as High Warlord Set’Ch, and Hugo Weaving as Over Commander J’Ferris Kriil.
5. What is the one-sentence synopsis of your book?
When an old enemy resurfaces in a new way, Captain John Ingram is tasked with finding out why they’ve returned, who their new ally is, and why his superiors don’t want anyone to know about the new threat.
6. What is the longer synopsis of your book?
After two decades of peace, an old enemy of the De’Lien Alliance has resurfaced with a vengeance. Captain John Ingram has been tasked by the Alliance with finding out why they’ve returned and who the enemy has allied with to provide them with new technology. However the further he digs for answers, the more Captain Ingram begins to believe that his government has been hiding a secret that, if exposed, would bring about the destruction of the Alliance.
7. Will your book be self-published or represented by an agency?
That’s a good questions. I’d love to self-publish; however I am open to the possibilities of going the more traditional route. But I’d prefer to self-publish because I’d have more control (not that I have control issues) over the cover, marketing and, well control in general (again, not that I have control issues…much).
8. How long did it take you to write the first draft of your manuscript?
I started in 2011 and am still working on it; especially since I had to rework the plot three times before I was finally happy with the one I have now.
9. Who or What inspired you to write this book?
I have been a science fiction fan since I was knee-high to a Hobbit. However, when I started seriously pursuing my career, I was writing what I thought I had to for others. Then a very good friend of mine, Sebra Ferrell, told me that I could only successfully write what was in my heart. So I’d have to say that Sebra was my inspiration for writing this.
10. What else about your book might pique the reader’s interest?
Well, I think that the fact that there are fascinating space battles, diplomatic intrigue and characters that the reader can identify with might pique the interest of most readers.
Well, now it’s time for me to pass the torch to the two writers that admire. And the winners are…
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Posted on 12/14/2012, in Andromeda Rising Series and tagged blogs, Next Big Thing Blog Hop, Novel, science fiction, writing, Y.I. Washington. Bookmark the permalink. 8 Comments.
I always love a good battle. I can’t wait to read it! L
I concur on this, Yolanda. Do you mine if I borrow these questions? Perhaps I will do the same (either on creariwriter64 or on a newly devised blog). That would allow me to test the waters, so-to-speak, which is always a good thing, and maybe draw in potential readers as well.
I know you already posted a feature on me some time ago, but I wouldn’t be against you presenting a few of these on my works. That would allow me to expand my visibility and gain further readership. Ah, I can only dream hehe.
I haven’t read T.L. Evans. I presume he is a sci fi writer? What does he write? What aspects of his writing do you admire most?
As for self-publishing, be careful. That mode of publishing has a stigma attached to it due to the many poor-quality works associated with it. Not all self-published works are poor in quality, but they are scrutinized because of the stigma. Also, although I realize that you are capable of editing/revising your own works, please make certain that you employ the use of an editor. The objectivity provided by one is crucial.
Take care.
Mark
Ah, I found the link to T.L..Evans and bookmarked it. Interesting . . .
Go for it, Mark. And I’ll get started looking into your work after the holidays. I can do a feature then.
T.L. Evans is a friend, the source of my growing sci-fi library (thanks to him, I’ve had to buy a new bookcase this year), and his writing and vision is of a level of excellence that I personally enjoy. He is a Speculative Fiction author, fellow science head, and all around great guy!
As far as self-publishing, I, too have ready way too many badly edited novels of late. I have an editor already waiting in the wings–Dennis DeRose. Publishing is a village endeavor. I can still have control of it by ensuring that I employ the best people for the myriad of jobs necessary to put out a product of excellence. I’ve even blogged about it before–editing is a must have in writing. Without it, there is chaos.
First of all, sorry about the typo. That should be “mind.”
I look forward to the feature next year. I hope you and yours have a safe and pleasant holiday season. I bet you’ll be busy, hehe.
I saved T.L.’s URL, so I will look through it to learn more about him. He sounds like an interesting guy.
And, yes, editing is so important, for many reasons. I hope you’ll e merciful and take it easy on him, hehe.
Thank you!
And of course, I’ll take it easy on Dennis…mostly. HaHa.
Have a magnificent Christmas and a Bountiful New Year.
Congrats, Yolanda.
This format will allow you to introduce your work to the public for feedback before the work is finished and without sharing the entire work. The comments you receive will give you an idea of where you stand with the work and, possibly, guide you along.
As for my novels? Which one should I discuss? hehe. I have several in play, along with several short stories. I wouldn’t mind sharing them by answering these questions, but I am more inclined to wait for a request from whomever is showcasing them.
Again, good news! Keep up the good work and, as always, write well.
Mark
Thanks Mark!
I don’t think it’s so much about any one person/group showcasing them. This is just a really fun way for each of us to get a bit of info out to our readers and share with them the names of other writers that we are looking forward to reading.
I hope that this is a way for the people who read my blog to get introduced to your series as well as the future works of T.L. Evans.