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Ross Eberle Interview

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Sky Fighters and Houndy Crunchers

Author Ross Eberle’s fantasy/science fiction novela is a coming-of-age story available on Amazon. One evening, a boy and his Mom leave a busy supermarket, armed with bags of groceries. Their eagerness to get home is cut off by a low humming sound unlike any aircraft from Earth. Looking to the sky, they freeze as a massive submarine-shaped ship emerges from an overhead cloud bank. The craft pulsates with light and suddenly bombards the supermarket and surrounding parking lot with neon red laser blasts. Frightened shoppers run, scream, drop groceries, and duck for cover. The assault continues amidst the shattering storefront glass, crumbling concrete walls, and shopping carts charred and flipped through the air like toys. As the boy and his Mom cling together in terror, his mind reels with one question: Will he survive? Through a miraculous chain of events, however, they did survive. The attack on the shopping center by these hostile extraterrestrials left him wondering for several years: Who or what are these beings? And what do they have against us? One day, a few years later the boy was contacted by a mysterious man from another planet who went by the name of Master Mantecado. From this point forward, the boy’s life changes dramatically as he is recruited into an elite and powerful organization known as the Sky Fighters. Their mission? To take down the vicious Python Demons responsible for the attack on the innocent humans of Earth. The road to victory will be long and challenging, but one thing is certain: The Sky Fighters are determined to wipe out the Python Demons before they cause any more destruction.

You can find out more about science fiction novelist Ross Eberle on Facebook. His website is Sky Fighters and Houndy Crunchers. Visit his page at: Goodreads Author Ross Eberle. You may even tweet him!

Ross’s Interview

Science has advanced and we can now colonize other planets. Do you (1) sign up to be a colonist OR (2) remain on Earth?

I would sign up to be a colonist in the hopes the planet we discover might be one from my novel series!

That would be pretty awesome!

Do you prefer to watch (1) a sunrise OR (2) a sunset.

I prefer to watch a sunset, because I feel it’s more relaxing than having to wake up just to catch a sunrise.

So not an early bird!

You have enough money to do anything. Will you (1) pamper yourself at a spa for a week OR (2) go on a cruise for a week?

I will neither pamper myself at a spa for a week NOR go on a cruise for a week. I will instead use one-fourth of the money to give to my Mom, one-fourth to a reputable, trustworthy, nature-conserving-related charity, one-fourth to go on a hike and climb a mountain for a week, and the final one-fourth to either attend college to land my dream-job or to pay someone (Like you) to promote my novella/novel series! To find out what my dream job is, just ask me.

I’m sure many people will ask you this question!

Do you prefer (1) to people watch OR (2) bird watch?

I prefer to bird watch! Why? Have you ever seen the way birds behave? They’re so adorable! And more logical than people to.

An interesting observation!

Which is more important: (1) a reduction in global warming OR (2) reduction of communicable diseases?

A reduction in global warming, and I simply CANNOT stress this enough. Our planet (And all or most species contained herein) are in danger of DYING!! And it’s not just because of global warming, as many folks have called it. Our planet’s entire climate is changing and for the worse! And it has been for decades. The time for all of humanity (And all trained animals) to act upon saving our planet is NOW. I even wrote up a one-page essay, highlighting the steps we can take to save our precious Mother Earth right now, and what steps I myself plan to take. If you’d like to read this essay I wrote, I will gladly send you a copy of it.

Thanks for being interviewed, Ross!

Sky Fighters and Houndy Crunchers
Sky Fighters and Houndy Crunchers

Sherri Moorer Interview

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Convergence
A The Earthside Trilogy Novel

Author Sherri Moorer’s newest science fiction novel is available on Amazon. It’s been 129 years since humanity discovered nanotechnology and two alien races in The Earthside Trilogy. Willow Lanier, the great-great granddaughter to the leader of one of the alien movements, has been banished from Earth for launching a cybertec virus in a political statement against the cybernetic aliens. She’s sentenced to Kuiper Station One along with a scientific contingency and nine other prisoners involved in her plot. The catch: their mission is a secret study on a spatial anomaly in the outer reaches of the solar system that appeared when the energy aliens arrived on Earth in 2098. Soon, the team discovers that alien intervention has changed everything not in just their solar system, but in all of reality. 

Find out more about science fiction novelist Sherri Moorer on Facebook. Her website is sherrithewriter. Visit her page at: Goodreads Author Sherri Fulmer Moorer. You may even tweet her!

Sherri’s Interview

Science has advanced and we can now colonize other planets. Do you (1) sign up to be a colonist OR (2) remain on Earth?

 I’d remain on Earth, and let more adventurous souls fight over the spots to be a colonist. I’ve been the “Guinea pig” for enough new technology to know that discovering and dealing with the bugs in the system is a nightmare that I’d rather avoid! Every situation has unknown variables that are only known once you’re neck deep in them, and can’t get out. Nothing is certain, but I’d rather go in with more knowledge and the first “test runs” done to have a better idea of what kind of adventure lies ahead.

I wouldn’t want to be neck deep either!

You prefer to watch (1) a sunrise OR (2) a sunset.

A sunset, because I’m only a morning person through force of a “day job.” When left to my own choices, my requirement is to actually sleep past sunrise! Hey, I’m a writer. We’re all night owls! Mornings are painful, and I believe that getting up at 6 a.m. is bad for you. I always feel better when I sleep past sunrise – or at least, I’m in a better mood those days!

It’s funny how everyone’s body clock is different!

You have enough money to do anything. Will you (1) pamper yourself at a spa for a week OR (2) go on a cruise for a week?

That’s a tough one, but I think I’d pamper myself at the spa. I’ve been on a cruise and it was a wonderful experience, but I’d want to do something I haven’t done before. I’ve never been able to “treat” myself to the spa, so I think I’d want to take advantage of that opportunity.

Good reason to do so!

You can travel back in time. Will you go back (1) 10 years OR (2) 25 years.

I’d definitely go back 25 years. I was 19 years old then, a sophomore in college, and met my now-husband that year. It was a great year that I’d love to revisit. Ten years ago, however, not so much. Life was actually pretty difficult then. My job moved at the same time that my father-in-law was diagnosed with dementia. Let’s just say that I wouldn’t redo the 2010’s for any amount of money in the world because life kicked me around way too much. College, however, was a (mostly) good experience that I’d love to redo.

Great, especially if your current knowledge of your life goes with you!

Do you prefer to read (1) an e-book OR (2) a paperback?

An ebook, definitely. I fell in love with ebooks quickly because I read voraciously, and a Kindle is a reader’s dream! I love that it can store so many titles, and is easy to carry, read, and handle. Plus, it doesn’t waste paper. I’m such a big believer in ebooks that I only release my books in that format. The only book I have a paperback version is Blurry, and that’s because it’s through a publisher and they took care of all the options for the paperback – but I’ve only sold two or three paperback copies of it since it released in 2011. I will read paperbacks, but I always check to see if an ebook version is available first.

What an interesting response. Thanks for being interviewed, Sherri!

Convergence
Convergence

 

Katie Rae Interview

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The Games We Play

Author Katie Rae’s sports romance novel is about two sports stars, that are at the top of their game in their respective sports, who meet the same girl at the same time. What starts out as all fun and games end up being a game to win her over. But being in their spotlight means being found by a person from her past that she had hoped to hide from. The complications of their torrid affair only get more complicated as they work together to keep her safe from the mind games of the past and the violence she faces now. How can they make this all work? And how will she choose who to love when the games are all over?

Find out more about sports romance novelist Katie Rae on Facebook. Visit her page at: Goodreads Author Katie Rae.

Katie’s Interview

What is your (1) favorite book quote OR (2) favorite movie quote?

I think most would answer this question with some deep, meaningful, and impactful quotes. But that just isn’t me. Nothing means more to me than laughing. So when Max Monroe put out a book called Tapping the Billionaire, that is where I found my favorite book moment. Chapter 10—Georgia nicknames the football players while giving play by play to Kline and Thatch on the phone. One quote wouldn’t have sufficed. And I feel this is worth mentioning because I reread that book every time I need that moment in my life.

Laughter is always good medicine!

When you try to fall asleep, a song keeps playing over and over in your head and you can’t sleep. Do you (1) pick up a book to read OR (2) try to think of a different song?

I turn over and ask Alexa to play said song for me. If I manage to stay awake until it’s over, I usually opt to read. Reading is the only thing I do 100% on my own that affects no one but myself. Days are demanding and tending to the needs around me is exhausting. Even turning on the TV affects those around me. So I read. Every second I can, I read.

Reading is a pleasurable escape!

What is your favorite (1) song OR (2) book?

This is a loaded question. I could name at least 50 for each category but couldn’t even place an order on them. I can, however, say I am 100% all-in with romance—whether it be songs or books. I love LOVE and I have had amazing love in my life. But life gets hard and exhausting and sad sometimes. So romance and happily ever afters is my favorite. I need those moments to balance the crazy in real life.

A loving balance!

Do you prefer to read (1) an e-book OR (2) a paperback?

This may not be a popular answer. But I prefer the e-book. A sign of my age? I don’t know. But I like the discretion that e-books allow. I can read 50 Shade of Grey in the doctor’s office and no one will see my cover and judge who I am. With that being said, I buy all my absolute favorites in hardback or paperback and add them to my shelf of forever reads.

What a great way to handle your books!

Are you a person who (1) makes and follows New Year resolutions OR (2) never bothers with resolutions?

My birthday is on December 31st. So I do not consider myself a New Year’s resolution kind of girl. I am more along the lines of an “I am a year older today, how do I want to spend my next age?” kind of girl. I give myself goals for the age I am. When I turned 36, I told myself I would publish my book before I turned 37—and I did.

What an awesome resolution to keep! Thanks for participating, Katie!

The Games We Play

 

Gail Meath Interview

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Fire Blossom

Author Gail Meath’s historical romance novel is about a free-spirited Comanche princess, who discovers a posse of settlers slaughtering her tribe and she’s captured, beaten and left for dead at a remote farm. Revenge is foremost on her mind when she awakens and she keeps a mistrusting eye on Colton, the Texas Ranger who rescued her, and his family as they nurse her back to health. As her terrifying memories unfurl and her heart is pulled farther away from her beloved Lone Wolf, neither she nor Colton are aware that the ruthless Comanche chief is on a bloody rampage searching for her.

Find out more about this historical romance novelist on the Gail Meath website. Visit her page at: Goodreads Author Gail Meath.

Gail’s Interview

You prefer to watch (1) a sunrise OR (2) a sunset.?

Both are beautiful, of course, but I love the sunrise as it means a new day, new excitement, new beginnings. While most people love the colors of Fall, I love Spring the most and for the same reasons, a fresh start.

Very good reasons! You prefer (1) to eat a home-cooked meal with family and friends OR (2) to eat in a big-name restaurant.

I am and always have been a homebody and I love to cook. I owned a small local breakfast diner for a few years and did all the prep and cooking. My husband laughs because to this day, I cook in massive amounts even though it’s just the two of us now.

I think it’s much harder to cook small amounts than large ones! You can travel back in time. Will you go back (1) 10 years OR (2) 25 years.

Ten years would be perfect for me. I had just divorced my first husband after a long-term marriage and for the first time, I was able to be my fun, independent self. I’ve had a blast the last ten years and hope it continues many more!!

It’s always a good idea to be true to yourself! The most important event in the past century was (1) the moon landing OR (2) the Berlin Wall coming down.

Oh, I’m glad you asked this question. I have family in Poland, yet I had never met them in person. One year after the Berlin Wall came down, I invited my cousin’s two teenage boys to visit us for a month. They were the same ages as my children and it was their first time on a plane, first time in the U.S. because of the Wall. It was a wonderful month and we’ve remained very close to them ever since.

I bet  they had the time of their lives! What provides more inspiration to you: (1) art OR (2) nature?

Well, this one is very hard. My dad was a painter and sculptor and I spent most of my childhood visiting art galleries. I have an abundance of his artwork in my home, and a great appreciation for art. So, I should say art, shouldn’t I? But my answer is nature, for there is nothing more beautiful, naturally, than every aspect of nature and it always put me at peace.

It was hard for a good reason! Thanks for participating, Gail!

Fire Blossom
Fire Blossom

 

Jeff Schanz Interview

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A Vampyre’s Daughter

Author Jeff Schanz’s urban fantasy novel is about a troubled Army vet and a beautiful lonely vampyre, two unlikely kindred spirits, trapped on a desolate island, battle for their lives and their newfound love against a powerful, ancient evil that hunts them both.

Find out more about this urban fantasy novelist on the Jeff Schanz website. Visit his page at: Goodreads Author Jeff Schanz.

Jeff’s Interview

What is your (1) favorite book quote OR (2) favorite movie quote?

Book quote: “Not all those who wander are lost.” – J.R.R. Tolkein, The Fellowship of the Ring. The Tolkein quote just has such a personal ring to it. It can mean so many things, or something so incredibly simple, too.

Movie quote: (I have so many, but I’ll pick…) “Dyin’ ain’t much of a livin’, boy.” Clint Eastwood, The Outlaw Josey Wales. The Josey Wales line is just plain Eastwood cool.

Couldn’t decide on one or the other. That’s all right. It would be hard to decide between those two! You prefer to watch (1) a sunrise OR (2) a sunset?

Sunset. There’s something about the way the sky is burning just before the sun disappears. Went to Key West once where you can see either a sunrise or sunset depending on which side of the island you’re standing on (tiny island), and everyone chose sunsets to plan around. Plus, you have dinner, then maybe some fun at night. After sunrise is just daytime. Blah.

Interesting perspective. Are you a person who (1) makes and follows New Year resolutions OR (2) never bothers with resolutions?

Always make ‘em, usually don’t keep ‘em. I’m hopeful and optimistic, so I want to improve. I’m also lazy and a procrastinator. They lend themselves to breaking promises with myself.

Guess that’s better than procrastinating to make a resolution! What is your favorite (1) song OR (2) book?

I have several favorite songs, not just one. When any of these come on, I either turn up the volume to jam or stop what I’m doing to listen:

  1. Wanderlust – Paul McCartney
  2. Ballroom Blitz – Sweet
  3. On the Loose – Saga
  4. Telegraph Road – Dire Straits
  5. Bad (live) – U2
  6. Stay a Little Longer – Brothers Osborne
  7. Roll With the Changes -REO Speedwagon
  8. Welcome to the Pleasuredome – Frankie Goes to Hollywood

Who knows why any song gets to anyone?

Matter of perspective? Your significant other or child asked you to do something you don’t like to do. Do you (1) grin and bear it OR (2) mumble to yourself while doing the task?

Grin and bear it most of the time. My GF loves horror movies and asks me to go to the theaters with her to see them. The ones that don’t make me nauseous I will go with her so she’s not alone. I enjoy a good monster flick, but don’t like haunted or psychological horror, which is what she likes.

Why would I go? Duh, cuz I love her.

Definitely a good reason! Thanks for participating, Jeff!

A Vampyre's Daughter
A Vampyre’s Daughter