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March 24, 2015
COMMON QUESTION: Where for art thou parents?
A lot of readers speculated over where the parents were in Book 1 and/or why so much escaped their notice so I wanted to address it without giving anything away. I apologize in advance for the overly long post.
As you know:
1. Aunt Carissa is an author who was away on a book tour for 6 weeks. Her absence is in fact an important detail to the background of the story and plot but not in the way you think. It wasn't so Keiran could have his way with Lake, although it was convenient. I like puzzles and in a story like this it's never fun to give away all the answers. My advice to you... go grab your reading device...search for the phrases, "Find out why she lied." & "They were murdered." READ THE SCENES. That's all I'll say w/o spoilers. It's all about the cookie crumbs.
2. John.. Keiran's uncle and Keenan's "maybe daddy". He is an heir of an old family fortune but he spends his days running his construction business. More often than not it does take him out of town. At certain points in the story, his absence was addressed. I believe Lake questioned Keiran a few times about why he was never around and Keiran would get defensive. Those were your red flag. Parents/Guardians wasn't something I merely forgot to mention or incorporate. John's absence is also an important part of the backstory and plot. There is a reason why he stays away (by choice). You will of course, find out in Book 2.
Parents are going to be very much present in Fear You. So no worries. As I said in the blurb, secrets unfold and identities are revealed.
In a book with mystery and suspense there actually has to be mystery and suspense. There are going to be clues and there are going to be crumbs. It's up to you to find them and pick them up. If you have questions, try reading it again or reaching out to the author. I would personally love to discuss. I can't speak for other authors.
Know this, if you skip even ONE page it is very possible that you missed something very important to the plot. A single sentence or paragraph could pull an entire book together. I understand that sometimes a book starts to drag, including mine. (I'll work on that). As readers, you're tempted to skip to the good parts, so am I, but use integrity when writing a review. It is not fair to any author to say there were holes in a story knowing that you skipped over parts or DNF'd. Make sense? You also have every right not to enjoy a story. *shrugs*
Also, your questions are always valid but that comes with the territory of a non-standalone. A book may end but the story continues. Had I ended Fear Me the way I originally did there would have been more holes than swiss cheese.
Please know that I will do my best not to disappoint or leave any stones unturned. Unfortunately, the readers who decide not to read Book 2 will miss out on the conclusion of a great story and will never have their questions answered and that's their choice. I can't say that I'm not disappointed but I don't hold it against them.
The next issue I'll address is Lake's character development but not until the end of Book 2. I don't for a second regret her character or the way she turned out. It wasn't a mistake and it wasn't an overlook. The stereotype of what a strong heroine is has been done many times over. Lake is strong and I've never been more proud. She has done for her loved ones what most people wouldn't be able to do because of pride and ego and if that makes her weak, well then I guess that's okay. My characters will always be introduced raw and flawed so we can watch them grow together.
If anyone ever wants to discuss, please do not hesitate to reach out whether on Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, or email. Whatever floats your boat. I'll listen, I'll answer, and I'll even debate. :-)
This post isn't actually for anyone in particular because you guys are too awesome and I don't know what I did to deserve any of you but I wanted to get it off my chest. It's my "Dear Diary" moment. <3
Thanks for listening.
P.S. Fear Me when it began wasn't meant to be dark or nearly as complicated but it's just the way the cookie crumbles wink emoticon
As you know:
1. Aunt Carissa is an author who was away on a book tour for 6 weeks. Her absence is in fact an important detail to the background of the story and plot but not in the way you think. It wasn't so Keiran could have his way with Lake, although it was convenient. I like puzzles and in a story like this it's never fun to give away all the answers. My advice to you... go grab your reading device...search for the phrases, "Find out why she lied." & "They were murdered." READ THE SCENES. That's all I'll say w/o spoilers. It's all about the cookie crumbs.
2. John.. Keiran's uncle and Keenan's "maybe daddy". He is an heir of an old family fortune but he spends his days running his construction business. More often than not it does take him out of town. At certain points in the story, his absence was addressed. I believe Lake questioned Keiran a few times about why he was never around and Keiran would get defensive. Those were your red flag. Parents/Guardians wasn't something I merely forgot to mention or incorporate. John's absence is also an important part of the backstory and plot. There is a reason why he stays away (by choice). You will of course, find out in Book 2.
Parents are going to be very much present in Fear You. So no worries. As I said in the blurb, secrets unfold and identities are revealed.
In a book with mystery and suspense there actually has to be mystery and suspense. There are going to be clues and there are going to be crumbs. It's up to you to find them and pick them up. If you have questions, try reading it again or reaching out to the author. I would personally love to discuss. I can't speak for other authors.
Know this, if you skip even ONE page it is very possible that you missed something very important to the plot. A single sentence or paragraph could pull an entire book together. I understand that sometimes a book starts to drag, including mine. (I'll work on that). As readers, you're tempted to skip to the good parts, so am I, but use integrity when writing a review. It is not fair to any author to say there were holes in a story knowing that you skipped over parts or DNF'd. Make sense? You also have every right not to enjoy a story. *shrugs*
Also, your questions are always valid but that comes with the territory of a non-standalone. A book may end but the story continues. Had I ended Fear Me the way I originally did there would have been more holes than swiss cheese.
Please know that I will do my best not to disappoint or leave any stones unturned. Unfortunately, the readers who decide not to read Book 2 will miss out on the conclusion of a great story and will never have their questions answered and that's their choice. I can't say that I'm not disappointed but I don't hold it against them.
The next issue I'll address is Lake's character development but not until the end of Book 2. I don't for a second regret her character or the way she turned out. It wasn't a mistake and it wasn't an overlook. The stereotype of what a strong heroine is has been done many times over. Lake is strong and I've never been more proud. She has done for her loved ones what most people wouldn't be able to do because of pride and ego and if that makes her weak, well then I guess that's okay. My characters will always be introduced raw and flawed so we can watch them grow together.
If anyone ever wants to discuss, please do not hesitate to reach out whether on Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, or email. Whatever floats your boat. I'll listen, I'll answer, and I'll even debate. :-)
This post isn't actually for anyone in particular because you guys are too awesome and I don't know what I did to deserve any of you but I wanted to get it off my chest. It's my "Dear Diary" moment. <3
Thanks for listening.
P.S. Fear Me when it began wasn't meant to be dark or nearly as complicated but it's just the way the cookie crumbles wink emoticon
When does Fear You release?
If you haven't heard yet, Fear You releases May 11th, 2015!
I know I said I was scheduling for April but it doesn't look like that will be possible. However, releasing early isn't off the table. ;-)
I know I said I was scheduling for April but it doesn't look like that will be possible. However, releasing early isn't off the table. ;-)
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March 21, 2015
Sale! 99 Pennies!
Fear Me is on sale for a limited time! Amazon only.
March 13, 2015
February 5, 2015
January 31, 2015
Discussion Topic 1: Keiran's Past
Follow the link to participate in the discussion: http://on.fb.me/1BDpt1K
“They started me off small. First it was other kids they wanted me to punish until I made my way up to adults. After two years of murdering I became one of their best. I was a fucking eight-year old kid. I stopped thinking and I stopped feeling. It kept me alive.” -Keiran
There is a lot of false speculation over Keiran's past. It has been defined in reviews as unrealistic and that's putting it nicely. I want to start this discussion off by stating that what you read in Fear Me is not the entire answer to Keiran's past. Not by a long shot. What you have is an idea. A snippet. I didn't want to leave readers too much in the dark.
This may have been poor execution on my part but I didn't want to go into too much detail just yet.
At no point did I ever say Keiran was a highly skilled assassin. He was in training to become a killer. And we all know to "train" you have to "do". So yes, he did make kills at a young age but how he made his kills were severely misinterpreted and exaggerated by many readers. Again this may be poor execution and a scene that should have been developed better.
I know parents and others who read Fear Me will struggle with the idea of a 6-8 year old physically killing someone but that is a biased view. I struggled with it myself and believe me, I did my research. Do a simple Google search and you will find that by accident or purpose it is entirely possible BUT highly unlikely.
Again, I don't blame readers for misinterpreting it because it is a scene I wish I would have developed better.
Alright, let me have it. Rant, rave, curse me out, and voice your opinions. It will only make Book 2 stronger.
“They started me off small. First it was other kids they wanted me to punish until I made my way up to adults. After two years of murdering I became one of their best. I was a fucking eight-year old kid. I stopped thinking and I stopped feeling. It kept me alive.” -Keiran
There is a lot of false speculation over Keiran's past. It has been defined in reviews as unrealistic and that's putting it nicely. I want to start this discussion off by stating that what you read in Fear Me is not the entire answer to Keiran's past. Not by a long shot. What you have is an idea. A snippet. I didn't want to leave readers too much in the dark.
This may have been poor execution on my part but I didn't want to go into too much detail just yet.
At no point did I ever say Keiran was a highly skilled assassin. He was in training to become a killer. And we all know to "train" you have to "do". So yes, he did make kills at a young age but how he made his kills were severely misinterpreted and exaggerated by many readers. Again this may be poor execution and a scene that should have been developed better.
I know parents and others who read Fear Me will struggle with the idea of a 6-8 year old physically killing someone but that is a biased view. I struggled with it myself and believe me, I did my research. Do a simple Google search and you will find that by accident or purpose it is entirely possible BUT highly unlikely.
Again, I don't blame readers for misinterpreting it because it is a scene I wish I would have developed better.
Alright, let me have it. Rant, rave, curse me out, and voice your opinions. It will only make Book 2 stronger.
January 29, 2015
Struggles with the definition of FICTION
Google says:
"Fiction is the form of any narrative that deals, in part or in whole, with information or events that are not real, but rather, imaginary—that is, invented by the author."
Thoughts?
"Fiction is the form of any narrative that deals, in part or in whole, with information or events that are not real, but rather, imaginary—that is, invented by the author."
Thoughts?
January 28, 2015
Fear Me Discussion Party
This is a chance for you to discuss, theorize, rant, rave, yell, or even curse me out if it makes you feel better. I am still looking for my Keiran muse as well so come armed with your idea! OH...and there will be a small, small, small, teeny, tiny TEASER of Book 2!
And prizes!
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And prizes!
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January 16, 2015
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