E.A. Hemingway "Set Sail" An Interview with E.A. Hemingway by Jason E. Foss

                                                                                 E.A. HEMINGWAY

                    "Great Authors have this amazing ability to give the Reader an overall unique experience.  Their story starts before the book is even open.  The book cover already enhances the Reader's imagination to the point that they want to walk right into it like it was a Portal.  As soon as they read page one it might as well have been one.  All of a sudden as each chapter is read you feel like you are one of the main characters depending on who you relate to the most.  E.A. Hemingway is one of those Great Authors that takes the Reader into the story before they even open the book and keeps them interested until the very last page is turned.  She let us know what motivated her."
 
                                                                                                   Jason E. Foss


Jason:                    "What motivated you to write “Set Sail”?"


E.A.:

                                "I am a huge lover and fan of cruises.  I have always enjoyed being on a hotel of the sea and during my last vacation on a cruise, I came up with the idea of a Singles Cruise theme.  While aboard my family vacation, there were small events they held for “Singles” which were far and few between.  So I researched and saw that they do indeed host Singles Cruises for people to eventually meetup and enjoy themselves while aboard.  It’s like a Tinder meets the Sea.  So Set Sail was born."



Jason:                     "What character can you relate to the most and why?"


E.A.:

                                 "I believe I relate very strongly to Gabrielle’s character.  Although I am not as young as she is, I do have a warped sense of love and romance.  Perhaps, I too, was jaded by the amount of Romance stories I’ve read.  As a huge fan of Jane Austen, I strongly believe that all women secretly pine to find Mr. Darcy."



Jason:                      "For your fans and book lovers, briefly describe “Set Sail.”"


E.A.:

                                  "Sick of her demanding paralegal work and failed dating life in NYC, timid Gabrielle Taylor, after much cajoling, embarks on a Singles Cruise with her best friend. She decided to leave caution to the wind and let Carpe Diem be her motto."

                                   "Billionaire and playboy Julius Pierce is persuaded onto the same cruise to get away from a brewing sexual harassment charge and decides to use a phony persona while on board.  Julius and his best friend intend to enjoy their week of food, overflowing drinks and plenty of single women."

                                    "Gabrielle and Julius’ attraction is immediate and they instantly partake in a lurid affair, though he must continue to lie in order to keep his identity concealed.  After returning from their cruise, Gabrielle is pulled back to the grueling work at her law firm for an emergency meeting only to find her firm represents Julius Pierce in his harassment lawsuit.  With his identity now revealed, Gabrielle is heartbroken and furious that she was duped."

                                     "With his cover now blown, Julius must convince not only Gabrielle that his feelings for her were genuine but that he is also innocent from scandal."


Jason:                           "Do you have another book you’re working on and if so what can you tell us about it?"


E.A.:

                                       "Yes.  I am currently working on the sequel to “Set Sail” titled, “Set Straight.”  So far I love the direction I am taking in and hopefully you will as well.  I can’t give too many details or it will spoil a bit of the ending of “Set Sail,” so stay tuned…pun intended. J"


Jason:                           "For those that want to read your book, what is the easiest way for them to buy “Set Sail”?"


E.A.:

                                        "Set Sail will be available, if all the stars are aligned, for immediate download on all platforms by January 15th."


                                                                                     CLOSING

                    "So E.A. Hemingway was motivated by an idea she came up with of a Singles Cruise Theme.  The book cover is very inviting and it has a vacation vibe to it. The book cover matches this novel perfectly!  She puts the Reader in 'vacation mode' before they even start to read.  I always hear from plenty of Authors to write about what you know.  She loves cruising so this Novel is going to be very detailed and I am certain the Reader is going to feel as if they are on the Cruise.  Add that with the unique story line of a singles cruise getaway that starts out with a fake name, lust, love, drama, and passion I can easily see this Novel being a page turner.  On Jan. 15th go to Amazon.com and buy "Set Sail" by E.A. Hemingway."


                                                                                         Jason E. Foss
                                                                                         Empowered-individuals.blogspot.com
                                                                                         954 743 8670

                                                                                                               

                                                                                       

         

Laurie Buchanan "Note To Self: A Seven-Step Path to Gratitude and Growth" An Interview with Laurie Buchanan by Jason E. Foss

     
                                                                                LAURIE BUCHANAN

                "There are many different types of great Authors.  Some of them can take you on a Journey with a main character.  Others can write a romance novel that can make you want to fall in love again.  There is also great Authors that empower you and get you to fall in love with yourself and the "Future You".  Laurie Buchanan is one of the best Authors out there that give Readers everywhere amazing advice on putting action into your life to take you on a Journey to a "Better You".  Laurie let us know what motivated her."

                                                                         .                        Jason E. Foss


Jason:                     "What motivated you to write "Note To Self: A Seven-Step Path to Gratitude and Growth?""


Laurie:

                               ""NOTE TO SELF" is based on the Life Harmony wellness program I designed to help people turn intention into action—the discipline of getting on track and staying there—a program that takes people from where they are to where they want to be."


                               "Like the program, NOTE TO SELF facilitates empowerment by identifying the baggage we carry and illuminating the path to whole, unencumbered health—body, mind, and spirit. Using real-life examples, it provides practical tips, techniques, and exercises to help readers offload their bags."


Jason:                    "If you had one piece of advice that would help someone to achieve their dream what would it be?"


Laurie:

                              "Don't allow yourself to be held hostage by the opinion of others.” —Laurie Buchanan


Jason:                    "For your fans and book lovers briefly describe "Note To Self.""


Laurie:

                               "Winner of six literary honors, including Foreword Indies Self-Help Book of the Year, NOTE TO SELF: A SEVEN-STEP PATH TO GRATITUDE AND GROWTH closes the gap between where you are and where you want to be."


Jason:                      "Are you working on another book and if so what can you share with us about it?"


Laurie:

                                  "My second book, THE BUSINESS OF BEING, SOUL PURPOSE IN AND OUT OF THE WORKPLACE just came out. It shows people how to thrive, soul-side out, in and out of the workplace. New Spirit Journal described it like this: “What an interesting, different, and fun book this is! Surely, it can be used to help those who want to be successful entrepreneurs. It can also be used by someone who wants to make their personal life more meaningful and even those who are retired from working.” —NEW SPIRIT JOURNAL"


Jason:                       "For those that want to read NOTE TO SELF or THE BUSINESS OF BEING, what is the easiest way to buy them?"


Laurie:                    "Both of my books are available through your favorite bookseller."

https://www.amazon.com/Note-Self-Seven-Step-Gratitude-Growth-ebook/dp/B01M63I2EM/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1546795133&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=laurie+buchanan&dpPl=1&dpID=51ZaB%2BU4P6L&ref=plSrch

                                                                                     CLOSING

                  "So Laurie was motivated to help people turn intention to action so she wrote "Note To Self"  which is based on the Life Harmony Wellness Program she designed.  Everything that Laurie speaks of are "Gems of thought" that will take anyone to a better place than where they are currently.  She is very motivating and her accomplishments speak for itself.  Winner of six literary honors, including Foreword Indies Self-Help Book of the Year.  There was so many things that I really enjoyed hearing from her but I will focus on just two before my paragraph turns into a page!  The discipline of getting on track and staying there!  Many of us can start getting positive things going and then a week later we might lose focus and get busy with the other things that life throws our way causing us setbacks in our goals.  The words 'staying there' is so powerful because getting to where you want to be in life is one thing, having the discipline to stay there is life changing.  Her one piece of advice to help someone to achieve their dreams was a quote from Laurie Buchanan "Don't allow yourself to be held hostage by the opinion of others".  Opinions are not Facts so stay confident in who you are and keep taking steps toward your goals.  Click on the link above and buy "Note To Self: A Seven-Step Path to Gratitude and Growth"

                                                                                               Jason Foss. (954) 743 8670                                                      

                                                                                             
                                                                                             

N.E. Teeuw "One Hundred Valentines" An Interview with N.E. Teeuw by Jason E. Foss

                                                                                      N.E. TEEUW

                   "Great Authors have something about their writing that gives the Reader a memorable experience.  Their words can cause someone who hasn't had many feelings about anything in a while to feel again.   They give a piece of themselves in each page.  N.E. Teeuw is one of those great Authors that can touch you with her words.  A sentence that can cause you to smile.  A short story to get you to miss someone.  A paragraph that makes you Reminisce.  Her words create feelings.  She'll paint a picture in your mind.  Piece by piece she gives you her all.  Nikki let us know what motivated her."

                                                                                                            Jason E. Foss

               
Jason:                        "What motivated you to write One Hundred Valentines?"


Nikki:

                                     "I had previously spent a lot of time as a singer/songwriter and had come to a point where I had lost my passion for songwriting and I just wasn't happy with what I was creating but I was still constantly writing and have always had the intense need to be creating art in some manner. I never had intended to write a book but I had all of these pieces that just manifested themselves into the book 'One Hundred Valentines'. It was never a planned thing. It just happened. And it just happened to begin at a period in my life where I wasn't on top of the world and was finished when I was at a much lighter and happier place so the book really does kind of follow that path with me. And though there are certainly some very autobiographical pieces in the book some are also observations, things friends have spoken of in their own relationships, etc, which I like to think allows the book to be relatable to most as there is something in there we have all gone through at some point in our life" 

Jason:                            "Which piece do you relate to the most?"

Nikki:

                                        "I think I relate the most to one of the prose at the end of the book called "the light", because it has a deep spiritual message about love and the love you hold inside yourself.  About my true understanding of the universe really."

Jason:                  "For your fans and book lovers briefly describe "One Hundred Valentines"   

Nikki:

                              "One Hundred Valentines" is a book of love and loss and everything in between.  It touches on the darkness and the light we feel in relationships and in life and the good and the bad moments in every aspect of love.  And mostly it is a book of self-discovery.  Filled with 100 poems and prose, the current edition is also complimented by beautiful artwork from Australian artist Marisa Listro.

Jason:                    "Are you working on another book and if so what can you tell us about it?

Nikki:

                                 "I am working on another book.  It is my first novel which I can't say too much about at the moment other than it is a completely different book from my first, probably more of a psychological mystery.  I am currently finishing the first draft but I cannot give much more away than that. 

Jason:                      "For those who want to read your book, what is the easiest way they can buy "One Hundred Valentines"?" 

Nikki:

                                     "My book is available on my website in both kindle and paperback.  The paperback is in high quality gloss for presentation purposes and so that the artwork maintains its beauty.

Links are at: www.neteeuw.com or you can visit a direct Amazon kindle link 

                                                     https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FT4HCS6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1532489825&sr=8-1&keywords=n.e.+teeuw


                                                                                         CLOSING

                   "So as a Singer and a songwriter she reached a point in her life that she wasn't happy with what she was creating.  Thankfully she kept writing and when she was at a much happier place in her life she was motivated to take all of these unique pieces that worked perfectly together to create a memorable book.  What I like about this great Author is the way she gives the Reader her own experiences.  She also adds her observations and her friends experiences as well to make her book very relatable to the Reader.  This book shares with us all the different experiences we have felt with love and relationships. Go to the links above and buy "One Hundred Valentines"."


                                                                                                    Jason E. Foss

                                                                                               Empowered-individuals.blogspot.com
                                                                                               954 743 8670

         

Amy J. Markstahler "Life Happens On The Stairs" An Interview with Amy J. Markstahler by Jason E. Foss

                                                                              AMY J. MARKSTAHLER

                 "Great Authors have a Passion for writing.  Whatever their purpose for writing their novel they have something deep inside of them that gives them the energy to create.  As they use their creative mind and unique imagination to write each page they are committed to their story until the very last chapter is complete.  Amy J. Markstahler is one of those great Authors.  She has the ability to take the Reader inside the story as soon as they open up the book.  Her characters come alive and the story takes a life of it's own giving the Reader a memorable experience.  Amy let us know what motivates her."

                                                                                                 Jason E. Foss


Jason:             "What motivated you to write "Life Happens On The Stairs"?"


Amy:
 
                         "I'd been dreaming of writing a novel for years. After a failed attempt, I sat down and started "Life Happens On The Stairs" as a sort of therapy. The Richardson family was inspired by my own experiences growing up, even though the book is completely fictional. I wanted to tell my parent's story without "telling" my parents story, if that makes sense."


Jason:                "What characteristic of Elsie Richardson can you relate to the most and why?"


Amy:

                           "Her frustration. How she's stuck in circumstances she wishes would change for the better. It's not easy being "the help" so from my own experiences, I was able to pour a lot of that emotion into her character."


Jason:                  "For your fans and Book Lovers briefly describe "Life Happens On The Stairs"."


Amy:

                              "Elsie Richardson’s world crumbles when her dad drops from a seizure at the 4th of July festival. The reality that his brain tumor is back with a vengeance slams the 17-year-old aspiring artist and her family into intense hardship. Her mom needs help to make ends meet, forcing Elsie into adulting overnight. On top of t hat, Elsie’s caustic, grudge-holding brother is on his way home, and Elsie fears he will only make matters worse. Feeling alone and hopeless, Elsie does as she’s told and goes to work with her mom. That’s when she meets Tyler Vaughn, the grandson of her mom’s wealthiest client. After he invites her to go jogging at the historical Shiloh National Military Park, Elsie is warned by her mom to stay away from the wealthy, young man. Elsie gets the notice a bit too late, and so she lies about who she’s meeting each morning. Over the next few weeks, Tyler becomes her secret solace amidst all the uncertainty she’s facing. But when reality strikes and her private world crashes, she's forced to find her inner strength on her own."


Jason:                  "Are you working on another book and if so what can you share about it with us?"


Amy:

                             "Elsie Richardson’s world crumbles when her dad drops from a seizure at the 4th of July festival. The reality that his brain tumor is back with a vengeance slams the 17-year-old aspiring artist and her family into intense hardship. Her mom needs help to make ends meet, forcing Elsie into adulting overnight. On top of t hat, Elsie’s caustic, grudge-holding brother is on his way home, and Elsie fears he will only make matters worse. Feeling alone and hopeless, Elsie does as she’s told and goes to work with her mom. That’s when she meets Tyler Vaughn, the grandson of her mom’s wealthiest client. After he invites her to go jogging at the historical Shiloh National Military Park, Elsie is warned by her mom to stay away from the wealthy, young man. Elsie gets the notice a bit too late, and so she lies about who she’s meeting each morning. Over the next few weeks, Tyler becomes her secret solace amidst all the uncertainty she’s facing. But when reality strikes and her private world crashes, she's forced to find her inner strength on her own."


Jason:                    "For those that want to read your book what is the easiest way they can buy "Life Happens On The Stairs"?"


Amy:

                                "It's on Amazon.com and they can also use this link: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Happens-Stairs-Amy-Markstahler-ebook/dp/B07FHVVW1Z/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1546659197&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=life+happens+on+the+stairs+kindle&dpPl=1&dpID=61yvbeR9oJL&ref=plSrch


                                                                                         CLOSING

                             "Amy J. Markstahler has been dreaming of writing a novel for years.  After a failed attempt she was motivated to sit down and start writing "Life Happens On The Stairs" as a sort of therapy. What stands out to me is when she said ' After A Failed Attempt'.  I admire that because she could have left that part out.  Not that many people out there want to speak of their failures.  However she gives us the motivation that when we fail at something we are still capable of achieving greatness.  She has been dreaming of writing a novel for years!  If that isn't Passion I don't know what is.  Now she has a completed novel and her talent shows in each page.  Click on the link above and buy "Life Happens On The Stairs".


                                                                                               Jason E. Foss

                                                                                               Empowered-individuals.blogspot.com
                                                                                               954 743 8670

           

     

Nico J. Genes "Magnetic Reverie" An Interview with Nico J. Genes by Jason E. Foss

                                                                                     NICO J. GENES

                    "Great Authors have something deep inside of them.  Some of them know it at a young age and others realize it over time.  We all have a talent.  What happens sometimes is we don't see it.  Better yet we are not looking for it.  Whatever the case may be there is nothing that can come between a great Author when they get that great Idea.  That moment in their life when their calling reaches out to them.  The greatest part is when the Great Autbor answers that calling.  Nico J. Genes is one of those great Authors that teach us that when a great idea comes your way don't let it pass.  It was meant for you!  Nico breathed life into that great Idea and created an amazing Novel.  Nico let us know what motivated her."

                                                                                                        Jason E. Foss


Jason:                "What motivated you to write "Magnetic Reverie"?"


Nico:

                            "I am often asked how did I come up with the idea for my first novel, “Magnetic Reverie”, the first book in The Reverie series. It was years ago, I was traveling by train from Ljubljana to Zagreb, where I worked at the time. It was a two-hour trip and usually, I would read, admire the view, listen to music, deal with job emails or sleep (when I was traveling at a very early hour). But that day, in October 2013, I didn't do any of the above. Out of nowhere, an idea was struck! I picked up a pen and wrote it down in my notebook. That was the beginning of my first novel. As my life was hectic I couldn't write more than 10-15 pages then. Luckily for me the idea stood by."

                            "A few years later, I moved closer to the beautiful city of Šibenik, Croatia, on the magical coast of the Adriatic sea. Being close to the sea was what I wanted at the time. With its proximity, and having the time on hand I continued writing my novel. And finished it within a few months."


Jason:                 "Between Lana and Claire, which character can you relate to the most and why?"


Nico:

                             "Lana is beautiful, smart, young, self-confident, sociable, it seems she has everything, except for a child. Claire, on the other hand, lacks self-confidence, she is gorgeous but she doesn't see it; she had a tragic childhood, she doesn’t socialize, doesn't trust many people, in many ways she is the opposite of Lana. But with all her imperfections she is more real than Lana, who tends to be superficial at times. Together though they bring the best of each other. I can relate to both of them regarding certain things but Lana wins in this case."


Jason:                  "For your fans and book lovers briefly describe "Magnetic Reverie".


Nico:

                             "Being the first novel, I’ve written and published, “Magnetic Reverie” will always have a special place in my heart. First of all, it is a love story, but not a typical one and it comes with a strong message. Lana, a young married woman, sees herself as heterosexual. Unexpectedly, she begins to have a dream that chases and occupies her thoughts so much, that it changes the essence of who she is within. She discovers a new side to herself, something that she had no clue existed! The intensity of the emotions, love, passion, and addiction darkened by feelings of remorse forces her to make the toughest choice in life."


Jason:                  "Are you working on another book and if so what can you share with us about it?

             
Nico:

                             "I am in the middle of my fourth book and all I can share publicly at this point is that my WIP is based on a true story. At the same time, I have been playing with the idea of writing the third installment in The Reverie series. “Reverie Girl”, the sequel, has a perfect ending but I was asked by many of my readers to write some more as they loved the characters."


Jason:                  "For those that want to read your book what is the easiest way they can buy "Magnetic Reverie"?"

Nico:

                              "“Magnetic Reverie” ebook version is Free to read with Kindle Unlimited (Amazon) or can be purchased at this link:

    HYPERLINK  http://hyperurl.co/p2kdzt

                         
The paperback is available for purchase on Amazon, Barnes&Noble, Booktopia, Pothi, and Book Depository.

The readers have also the possibility to purchase a signed copy and they would have to contact me directly.

                                                                                     
                                                                                             CLOSING

                                "So Nico J. Genes was motivated by a great Idea.  She couldn't finish it at first but years later when she was in the perfect location she was able to finish her Novel within a few months.  She never let it go.  In life there are moments that were meant for all of us.  Ideas that cross our minds that only we can fulfill its Destiny.  Nico took her idea and made an amazing Novel out of it.  She teaches us all that you don't have to always answer your calling right away to be successful.  You just have to never let it go.  Keep it with you and you will know when the time is right.  Nico created a book with amazing characters and a unique story that will keep your attention until the very last page.  Copy the link to her ebook right above and buy "Magnetic Reverie".


                                                                                               Jason E. Foss

                                                                                               Empowered-individuals.blogspot.com
                                                                                               954 743 8670

           

Sherry Leclerc "The Guardians of Eastgate" An Interview with Sherry Leclerc by Jason E. Foss

                                                                                  SHERRY LECLERC

                  "Great Authors all have an amazing story to tell.  Whether it's the story they wrote or their own story.  At some point in their life they embrace their gift and decide to share it with the World.  A simple thought forms in their head. The image of the main character.  Could be a story that played in their head or a dream that felt so real.  Wherever that spark came from it sparked this drive of inspiration that was so powerful it didn't end until their novel was complete.  Sherry Leclerc is one of these great Authors.  She let us know what motivated her."

                                                                                                   Jason E. Foss


Jason:              "What motivated you to write “The Guardians of Eastgate”?"


Sherry:

                         "The Guardians of Eastgate is a story that started in my head when I was a teenager—many years ago. It started with a conversation I had with my mother about a story we’d heard on the news. Over the years, there have been TV shows and movies that came out with similar plot lines, so I’ve had to change many things about it. The story it is now hardly has any similarities to the original idea. The main things that are the same are some of the abilities the main character has and her personality.

                         "I’ve been writing since I was very young, starting with poems, song lyrics, and short stories. However, it took me many years to finally write the novel that I’d wanted to write. What finally pushed me to put myself out there was my mother’s battle with cancer and her subsequent passing. She spent the last three months of her life in hospice, and I spent as much of that time with her as I could.

                     During that time, I had a lot of opportunity to think about mortality, and what regrets I’d have at the end of my life. Writing was something I’d always wanted to do, but I didn’t have the self-confidence to put myself out there. Now I realized if I didn’t at least try, I would always regret it. I already regretted not writing that first novel in time for my mother to read it and appreciate it, so I decided to stop putting it off and finally get it down on paper."


Jason:                "Briefly describe Maelona and which of her characteristics can you relate to the most."


Sherry:

                           "Maelona is the strong, silent type, so to speak, especially at the beginning of the novel. At the outset, she is afraid to be her full, true self, and she’s afraid to let anyone get too close to her because she’s worried she’ll accidentally hurt someone. She is powerful but does not feel very in control of her abilities. She listens to others, is very caring, and is greatly disturbed by the divide between the different people in her world. She herself is the product of three different backgrounds.

                            "Like Maelona, I also like to listen more than speak, and it took me a long time to be true to myself. I’ve always considered myself a writer but, until tragedy struck, I was too afraid to tackle the novel I always wanted to write and put it out there for all the world to see.

                            "Like Maelona, I also find discrimination based on differences, be their race, gender, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, or anything really, very upsetting. Like her, I think that every individual has their strengths and weaknesses, no matter the background, and if more people were looking at what others had to offer rather than focusing on differences, then the world would be a much better place."


Jason:                 "For your fans and those who want to read your book, briefly describe “The Guardians of Eastgate”."


Sherry:

                             "On the surface, The Guardians of Eastgate is your classic, entertaining, epic fantasy tale. An evil sorcerer has been pitting the different peoples against each other for years in the hopes of destabilizing the realm so he can take over and name himself Emperor. Maelona must save a keystone that can keep the sorcerer from accessing an immeasurable magical source, and on the way she tries to bring the people of the realm together to stand against the bad guy."

                              "Underneath all of that is a story of self-acceptance and the acceptance of others, of realizing how strong the good people of the world can be when they stand together rather than stand divided.  There is also a love story sub-plot where, the more Maelona lets her special someone in, the more she allows herself to be her true self and finally accept love and friendship from others.


Jason:                   "Is there another book you are working on and if so, what can you share with us about it?"


Sherry:            

                              "The second book of the Seers Series, titled The Dragon Shifters at Southgate, has recently been released on Amazon in Kindle and paperback formats. It will be also releasing more widely to book stores by mid-January, once I’ve had the opportunity to check the proofs."

                              "In this book, a second seer champion, Talwyn Sevi, must protect the keystone located in the kingdom of Southgate, but knowing she can’t do it alone, she calls upon a group of dragon shifters, who’d been in hiding for four hundred years, to help her. In return, she offers her help and protection, and information that can secure their future."

                              "I’m also about half way through the first draft of the third book in the series, which is titled The Warrior of Westgate. I would be farther along with that one, but I got hit with inspiration for another fantasy series and paused to start work on the first book in that series.
In 2019, I hope to publish the next two books in the Seers Series, as well as publish at least the first book in the new series, tentatively called Flight Masters."


Jason:                   "For book lovers that want to read your book where is the easiest place they can buy “The Guardians of Eastgate”?"


Sherry:

                              "The Guardians of Eastgate is available through Amazon in Kindle, paperback, hardcover and audiobook. It is also available in Kindle Unlimited. It can be purchased at other online stores as well, such as Barnes & Noble."


                                                                               CLOSING

             "So Sherry was motivated to write "The Guardians Of Eastgate" by a story she had in her head when she was a teenager.  It also was started with a conversation she had with her mother about a story they both heard on the news.  Those were the sparks that started everything.  What I really appreciate about this impressive Author is the way she made so many changes to it that now it hardly has any similarities to the original idea. That takes time.  It takes patience.  It also shows she wants to be as original as possible and give the Reader a unique experience.  Not wanting any regrets pushed her to put herself out there.  Now she successfully completed her novel and she is an Inspiration.  Go to Amazon.com, search for Sherry Leclerc, and buy "The Guardians of Eastgate".

 
                                                                                        Jason E. Foss

                                                                                        Empowered-individuals.blogspot.com
                                                                                        954 743 8670

           

                     

Terah Marie "Encompassing Darkness" An Interview with Terah Marie by Jason E. Foss

                                                                                       TERAH MARIE

               "Great Authors have many qualities and yet each one has something unique about them.  Something that causes them to stand out.  My favorite kind of Author is the one that has a little piece of them in the character.  A piece of them in the story. Terah Marie is one of those great Authors. It's her willingness to share a part of herself that makes her characters so relatable.  Each page and every chapter is crafted in a way that gives the reader the ultimate experience.  If not she won't put it out.  She let us know what motivated her."




Jason:            "What motivated you to write "Encompassing Darkness"


Terah:

                       "I have been a stay at home mom for 11 years, and volunteer at a local charity group. In that time I have owned my own dress store for a few years, made and sold feather earrings to stores all over Alberta,  and tried my hand at the arts by making and selling paintings.  I was looking for my next endeavor, I wanted to see what I was capable of and if I could accomplish something like writing a book.  At first, I just wanted to write a story, it turned into a cathartic self realization for me. Though the story and characters are fictional, there is some truth to the story. Stories that I collected from my memory, my daughter and my sister. The relief of just having it out there was like a weight lifting off my shoulders. It is also very scary to have my most inner thoughts being out there for the world to read."



Jason:             "What characteristic of Cali Stenson can you relate to the most and why?"


Terah:

                         "Oh, Cali and I are quite a lot a like. I think that she is a little sarcastic, has attitude and is trying to find out where she fits into this great big world. That is something I can relate too."



Jason:             "For your fans and book lovers briefly describe "Encompassing Darkness"."


Terah:

                         "Encompassing Darkness is about a young woman who moves from Toronto to B.C. Trying to escape the paranormal activity in her life and to try and make a life of her own. Moving across country doesn’t quite work. The other worldly activity continues, and her pursuit for a career is a little messy. She isn’t alone in all this, she meets co-workers that become great friends and there may even be a love interest on the horizon.  This book crosses genres such as fiction, romance, mystery, suspense and paranormal."
   

Jason:              " Is there another book you're working on and if so what can you tell us about it?"


Terah:

                         "There is a book that I have started working on, but with Encompassing Darkness just being released October 2018, the new book has taken a back seat to book signings and marketing. I am hoping to continue on this next book this spring. It is a stand alone fictional book, that has many twists and turns. The book is about a young girl who is about to find out she is not who she thinks she is, and finds herself trapped in a situation she may not be able to get out of."


Jason:             " For those that want to read your book what is the easiest way for them to buy "Encompassing Darkness"?"


Terah:

                         "I have made sure my book is available in all formats. Paper back, hard cover or E-book. Book lovers and readers can go to their favorite E-book sites, order it at places like Amazon and E-bay. Local stores also carry it or can order it in if it is not on their shelf. I have sold books in Britain and through North America, just ask your local store for a copy! Readers can also check out https://t.co/dqy176dDAd  for a few of the links to stores that will carry the book."


                                                                            CLOSING

                        " So looking for her next endeavor motivated Terah Marie to write a book.  She wanted to see what she was capable of.  All of her different accomplishments before her career as a successful Author shows her ability to take initiative and be creative.  What I admire most about Terah Marie is no matter how scary it was to have her inner thoughts out there for the world to read she did it anyway! Instead of watering down her story she chose to share her thoughts, imagination, and creativity giving the Reader a complete experience not just a safe one.  She chose to share and not to hold back.  That is why her books stand out. Go to www.authorterahmarie.com and buy "Encompassing Darkness"."


                                                                         

                                                                                        Jason E. Foss
                                                                                        Empowered-individuals.blogspot.com
                                                                                        954 743 8670