And the winner of the Giveaway for the PROTECTOR...

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is: comment #1 -

Francesca Poggi!!!

YAAAAAAAAY!

Congrats Franny!!!



Author Interview & Giveaway: Vanna Smythe - Protector (Anniversary of the Veil: Book One)

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Kiyarran always wanted to be a Protector of the Realm. But unknown magic and forbidden love for Princess Issiyanna awaken inside him once his wish comes true. Now the Priesthood that rules the realm from the shadows see Kiyarran’s extraordinary skill as a threat.

    

Issiyanna is needed for a reaction on the other side of the Veil—a man-forged barrier separating the world in half. A Beacon and Answer gave up their lives to Don the Veil 1,000 years ago. Issiyanna is a Beacon needed to renew the Veil.

    

Issiyanna is abducted by a group of Keepers from across the Veil, and Kiyarran follows to save her.

    

Will he choose to bring her back, or run from all he knows to follow her across the Veil? Will Kiyarran fulfill his duty as a Protector, or allow his love for Issiyanna to guide his future path?

Magic, loyalty, childhood friendship, greed, and love all clash as Kiyarran is forced to make his decision.

xoxoxoxoxo



And now, please welcome author Vanna Smythe!!! Yes...of course she's here!!! :)

How did you become a writer? Have you always wanted to write?

I was always fascinated with books, and I always knew I wanted to write. In fact, I can’t even remember when I first decided, or knew, that I wanted to be a writer. That conviction has always just been with me. Though I didn’t start writing seriously until High School. I had some wonderful support from my teachers who certainly helped me believe that it was all possible and that I could one day call myself a writer.

What was your reaction when you held PROTECTOR in book form, in your hands, for the first time?

I’m still waiting for the paper book, but seeing the listing for Protector (Anniversary of the Veil, Book One) on Amazon was quite a thrilling experience in its own right. Not quite the same as a paper book, but exciting just the same. Since I’ve been doing most of my reading on my kindle for the past year, it is almost like holding a real book in my hands.

Describe your writing process.

I will get an idea and mull in over for awhile. Then I will fret over not knowing where to start, or how to start, or whether I will be able to do the story justice. After that, I eventually start to write, deciding that I can fix it all later, if I don’t like something. I’m still working on eliminating the fretting part of my writing process, but I’m getting better at it.

What inspired you to write PROTECTOR?

The main storyline of Protector, and the rest of the Anniversary of the Veil series, was inspired by the idea of twin souls or twin flames. As the theory goes, we all have a soul mate in the form of a twin soul and if we are lucky enough to find and join with our twin in our lifetimes, this bond will release positive energy into the world, and make it a better place to live in. I researched this belief a few years back and thought it would make a great story.

Protector is not your run-of-the-mill romance or love story though. The idea of the energy of love being released artificially and used for many purposes is at the heart of the story, as is dealing with the call of such strong love, which makes it possible. But there is also mystery, intrigue, and a number of very cool special magical powers all based on telepathy and other psychic abilities that have a basis in nature.

What is the one thing you want people to remember about PROTECTOR?

The idea that to meddle with nature, or the natural balance of things is disastrous, and that the power of love is stronger than any artificial rules and laws imposed.

If you could give aspiring writers one piece of advice, what would it be?

Keep writing. This alone will help you get better and better at it. Every time I write something, or revise something, I learn a new aspect of the craft of writing. Writing is a process, but do not fall into the trap of endless revision. At one point you have to let go, and realize that it is ready for publication.

Also, consider every piece of criticism you get on your writing. There are things you will not see, mistakes and problems, so criticisms are a great way to spot those. I know that I could not have finished Protector without the help of my wonderful beta readers, and their feedback.

Thanks so much, Vanna, for stopping by! That was a great interview! I am totally looking forward to reading Protector...soon!

Link up with Vanna Smythe:

Blog: www.vannasmythe.com

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xoxoxoxoxo



GIVEAWAY TIME!!!

Giveaway will remain open until 4/27.
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Writing Distractions...Ugh!

As many of you probably know... I started a new YA Paranormal Trilogy. It's a scary undertaking, because I've never wrote anything that I had to stretch out...but I have a plan on paper, and am sure it'll all turn out great.

Book 1 had been finished and submitted and I'm anxiously awaiting an answer... In the meantime I've chewed off all my nails, eat more chocolate, and drink more coffee.  But I have a remedy for that: hehe Try it... it works!



The second book is well underway, but I've had some changes made because of a new character...excuse me while I slap him because he showed up while I was on a roll. But adding him will make the story MUCH more interesting, and there will be a BIG twist... aside from the fact my flow was jerked to a "halt" and I have re-writing to do... I guess "this character" is pretty okay.

So...until I hear word, good or bad... I'll still be writing!!! :)

Have a great day!!! I will!!! :)