Wednesday, April 27, 2011

May is Indie Author Month

Viral Cat will be included in Indie Author Month!


I'll be putting some new features on the Viral Cat website in the next couple of weeks.

www.viralcat.com

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Author Interview on Independent Paranormal

I was interviewed on Independent Paranormal, a blog for indie authors who specialize in the paranormal.

http://independentparanormal.blogspot.com/

I'm very happy for the exposure and had fun answering the questions. My only hesitation comes from the part about music. I answered honestly, though in retrospect I only touched the tip of the iceberg.

Music played a huge part of my childhood. There was always music in the background while we played. In the interview, I didn't necessarily list my favorite music, just the songs that really bring back particular memories from my childhood. Anyway, after reading the article, I've realized that people, especially young adults, judge a person based on the music they like, and might even judge my book before reading it! Music is all-important when you're younger and it defines who you are in the eyes of your peers.

So I mentioned Madonna, Duran Duran, TLC, Boys' Air Choir, and classical music in the interview. I wish I had cast a larger net. I like so many genres of music from so many periods, and I view it as a missed opportunity to relate to my readers. I could have added David Bowie, Pearl Jam, The Doors, The Grateful Dead, The Beatles... I could have listed newer artists whose music inspired some scenes in my mind, like Lady Gaga. When I hear her music, it's easy to picture a theatrical performer. It helped me to imagine Jeremy's stage presence.

Anyway, you get the point. It was a learning experience. Overall, I'm very happy with the interview and really appreciative of the opportunity to share my work with others! Plus, I was exposed to other authors whose interviews and free chapters really piqued my interest!

Sunday, April 10, 2011

Independent Paranormal Interview Incoming!

I was interviewed about Jeremy Chikalto and the Hazy Souls by the Independent Paranormal blog. My interview will appear on the site Thursday, April 14th!  http://independentparanormal.blogspot.com/

I love it when there's a community of writers and readers who lift each other up and help with exposure. I hope to take on some similar projects interviewing authors and reviewing books.