Let's take a look at When Angels Fly by S. Jackson #RPBP

Hello and welcome to an in depth look behind the scenes of When Angels Fly by S Jackson.

http://www.rukiapublishing.com/meet-the-author-s-jackson.html

S. Jackson is a retired registered nurse; a member of the Catholic Church, and has taught kindergarten Catechism; she has worked in various capacities for The American Cancer Society, March of Dimes, Cub and Boy Scouts, (son, Noah, is an Eagle Scout), and sponsored trips for high school children music. She loves all forms of art but mostly focuses on the visual arts; such as amateur photography, traditional, and graphic art as her health allows.

"When Angels Fly"
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We often find ourselves daydreaming about what our futures will be like. This may be especially true if one lives in an environment most would consider less than desirable. Some are lucky to find their futures much like their childhood dreams. Others find the paths to their dreams strewn with hurdles.

Growing up, Sarah dodged her mother's blows. She often hid in her room crying about her life. Still, she believes in her future and the happiness it can bring. In their book, When Angels Fly, authors S. Jackson and A. Raymond tell Sarah's story - their stories. The authors use their journals to describe Sarah's experiences of family dys-function, strength, courage, faith, abuse, grief, and so much more. You'll read how, like many, she attempts to escape from her mother's abuse through marriage. And like many, she learns it is not a viable alternative. Then Sarah experiences a parent's ultimate tragedy twice, the deaths of her sons, Joshua and Eli.

When Angels Fly is about much more than the telling of a family's tragedy. It is also the story of finding faith after it has wavered. Most of all, it's a story of love lost and found.

Before we get into some Q&A let's take a look at the book trailer.

Thank you for joining us today.
What was your childhood like?
I vividly remember my childhood. As a little girl, my mother would force feed me foods I hated, such as peas, until I threw up. She did this to me often and she seemed to enjoy the abuse she inflicted upon me. I had six siblings and none of them remember my mother doing the force feedings except for my older brother who was eight years older than me. Abuse affected him, too, and to this day he stays away from any kind of contention. I wish I could say that the abuse abated as I got older, but it didn’t. I was always a kicking and punching bag and she would drag me around by my hair. No one could please her and my father never saw the treatment she doled out to me as he was always working. I had absolutely no self-esteem and I would retreat into a fantasy world where I was a princess and loved by all. I would curl up in my bed and thrust that fantasy into my child’s brain as a form of escape. I liked reading and as soon as I could read well enough, I started reading the Nancy Drew series, Hardy Boys, Cherry Ames, and Laura Ingalls Wilder books. I would escape into a world of my own through books. I could stay in my little room, in my bed, and read. Sometimes I would make paper dolls and dress them up with paper dresses. I remember how I would oftentimes try to draw younger siblings into a hug as none of us received hugs from her and I tried to show them how to love each other.“ (I have pictures)

"Starting around age eight, I tried to please her in other ways by doing work around the house. I would vacuum without being told to do so, and I washed dishes. I started doing the entire households laundry from washing to hanging on the line, and then take down and fold. I delivered the clean wash to the respective recipient’s bedroom and it didn’t make my mother proud. In fact, she simply expected me to continue with these chores. She left my father after 21 years if marriage and I chose to live with my father as I was 14 at the time and could choose. Then she forced him to sell the house and he was forced into a tiny apartment, after which I had to move in with her again. In high school, she was relentless in her treatment of me, and she never bothered to show her anger to the world. To this very day, I don’t understand why this was allowed to go on. The only thing I can think of is the fact that our neighbors were just as scared of her and she kept her punches to areas that were covered by clothing. In looking back post high school, I could see that some teachers knew that my home life was rough but that was as far as it went. My only escapes were school and work. I was so tired of her beatings, and the emotional and mental abuse she inflicted.

Almost anyone would be excited to leave all that behind and strike out on her own. Is that what you did?
"Before I was age 18, I was looking for an escape ~ ANY escape. Working as a waitress left me with little money. I dated a few guys, and then my mother said to me one time, with a sneer, that I was only a “sperm receptacle” and that no one would want me. I wasn’t having sex. Eventually I found a guy I liked, and we dated for a few months and then we simply started living together. I had thought this was my escape into happiness and that he was my prince. He drank alcohol almost daily, and he invited me to move in with him. I thought that this was my chance! My chance to get away from my mother and the abuse she inflicted. I thought I could change this man into drinking less alcohol, I was in love and we married."

Did you love him? So many women go down this path, and they always think they love him. Is it because you've never known true love?

Read the answer to this question and many more here

Getting To Know Susan Joyce As She Talks To Sarah Jane Butfield #RPBP

Hello and welcome to a very special guest blog feature. 
Author, editor and publisher Susan Joyce has been a guest here before, but today we have some probing questions for Susan about her life, writing and her award winning travel memoir Good Morning Diego Garcia which is on 99c Sale now - so be sure to grab a copy!

Welcome Susan and thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to chat to us today.

Susan Joyce, Age 9, Tucson, AZ

Thank you Sarah Jane, it's wonderful to be here.
I'd like to start by finding out more about your childhood and how it impacted your writing career. When did you decide to become a writer?

At age nine. After many years of struggling to read and write so that I could be understood by others, I wrote a story about my dog Brownie and his bad liver breath. My class loved it and my teacher helped me enter it in a writing contest. I won and the win convinced me to write on.

What were you like at school?

Curious. Asked lots of questions.

Were you good at English?

No. I had to work at it. I had dyslexia and my words got mixed up when I read or spoke so my mother helped me learn words by making up simple rhyming riddles; teaching me to become more aware of how the sounds in words work. Years later I put her ideas into a series of books for children called Alphabet Riddles. http://susanjoycejourneys.com/books/

The incredible personal journey, which you have experienced is excellently documented in your first memoir, The Lullaby Illusion, but what else have you written?

I've been writing for many years. Short stories, poems, blogs, educational books for children, songs, plays. And now a series of memoirs.

Susan Joyce, Kyrenia, Cyprus, 1974

What genre are your books?

Memoir, true life travel adventures.

What draws you to this genre?

I've had a most unusual life and I love hearing other true stories.

What are you working on at the minute?

I'm working on two different projects. One is about soul connections and how these eternal links of light help us manifest our highest potential. I'm also writing about a recent trip my husband and I took to visit ancient civilizations and sites in Peru and Bolivia.

How much research do you do to add depth to your memoirs?

I do research to verify information written in my travel journal is correct as I recalled it. For example in Good Morning Diego Garcia, I wrote about arriving in India on Day One of a declared Emergency. Research proved my recollection was correct.

Have you written any other books in collaboration with other writers?

I haven't collaborated with other authors but sounds like a fun idea to toss around. I would love to collaborate on a screen play.

Susan & Doug, Book Signing, Germany, 1985

Can I ask what is the hardest thing about writing?

Starting a new project.

What was the hardest thing about writing your latest memoir?

Taking time to digest new information that came to me shortly before the book was finished and incorporate it in the story.

What is the easiest thing about writing it?

Having notes from my travel journal on hand.

How long on average does it take you to write a book?

One to two years. My goal is to get better and faster.

Do you ever get writer’s Block?

When I get stumped, I take a walk or watch nature in action in our garden. Or take a power nap which includes a dream with solutions.

What are your ambitions for your writing career?

To write a screenplay and more books. For me quality is more important than quantity. To continue to do my best as a writer.

Which actress would you like to see playing you in your most recent book if it was adapted for the big screen?

I would love to see it on big screen. How about Jennifer Lawrence? A super actor.

Which writers inspire you?

Writers who continue to grow. Penelope Lively is one who comes to mind.

Do you write full-time or part-time?

Full time. Except when I travel.

Is there a special time for you to write or how is your day structured?

I don't have a set time. I usually start writing after my first cup of coffee.

Do you write every day, 5 days a week or as and when?

I write daily. Sometimes for only an hour. Other days I spend hours writing.

Are you target driven, do you aim for a set amount of words/pages per day?

No! Unless the assignment is for a set amount of words.

Do you write on a typewriter, computer, dictate or longhand?

Computer and longhand.

Good Morning Diego Garcia is part of a series, can you tell us a little about it?

I've lived a most unusual life and through my travels and adventures have witnessed history in the making.

The first book in the series, The Lullaby Illusion: A Journey of Awakening, tells of my decision at age 20 to take a year off and explore the world—a choice which blossomed into twelve years of journeys through the world, influencing my evolving sense of self.

The second book, Good Morning Diego Garcia: A Journey of Discovery documents the process whereby I grasp for something greater than stability and comfort, only to find myself nearly losing everything - a second time.

Not everyone would opt to embark on a sailing trip only to find out too late that it's taking place during monsoon season. Not everyone would jump at the offer to help crew a new boat with a set of strangers when my own experience as a sailor is limited. I'm not even a strong swimmer. And few would survive the storms that batter ship and psyche alike but I came to discover that the illusions in my world were real, and my only hope was to let go of fear and embrace the unknown.

Susan Joyce, Charon, Venezuela, 1998

What are your thoughts on writing a book series.

It's important if you want to sell books. A standalone book doesn't create a following.

Do you read much and if so who are your favourite authors.

I read daily. Usually more than one book at a time.

Susan & Doug, Ketchikan, Alaska, 2015 - Inside Passage Cruise

For your own reading, do you prefer ebooks or traditional paper/hard back books?

I like all of the above. Audio books are also great to listen to when traveling.

What book/s are you reading at present?

At present, I'm reading screen plays since I plan to write some soon.

Do you proofread/edit all your own books or do you get someone to do that for you?

I go over them numerous times but get an outside editor to do the final editing.

Do you let the book rest – leave it for a month and then come back to it to edit?

Yes! It's amazing how different it reads when allowed to sit and gel. The proof is in the pudding.

Who edited your book and how did you select him/her?

My husband helped with the final edit because after 30 years together, he knows my story well.

Did you format your own book?

My husband did the layout and formatting for the different platforms.

Who designed your book cover/s?

My husband is an artist and book designer. He designed my covers.

Do you think that the cover plays an important part in the buying process?

The cover is the first impression of the work. It's very important for it to convey what the story is about and create interest.

How are you publishing this book and why? e.g. Indie, traditional or both?

Our own small independent press. We've been in publishing for 30 years.

What would you say are the main advantages and disadvantages of self-publishing against being published or the other way around?

We have the advantage of knowing how traditional publishing works and are learning how ebooks have changed the market.

How do you market your books?

Through distributors and online sites.

Do you have any advice for other authors on how to market their books?

It's a hands-on learning. Take marketing classes. I'm taking one now and am enjoying learning new things.

What part of your writing time do you devote to marketing your book?

Hours and hours. To many.

What do you do to get book reviews?

I have Beta readers and I submit to literary reviewers.

How successful has your quest for reviews been so far?

Good. I'm happy with the results.

Do you have a strategy for finding reviewers?

Since my works are memoirs, I belong to a group called We Love Memoirs and they are a wonderful group of avid readers who love to review books they enjoy. You can find them at: https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=We%20Love%20Memoirs

Rukia Publishing is also very supportive of authors with their Book Club. You can find them at: http://www.rukiapublishing.com/about-rukia-book-club.html An awesome group to work with.

What are your thoughts on good/bad reviews?

Both are valid and important.

What’s your views on social media for marketing?

It's necessary.

Did you do a press release, Goodreads book launch or anything else to promote your work and did it work?
A Press Release is a MUST. I have done many promos to promote my work and am now trying to figure out how to limit promo time so I can get back to writing. I'm thinking of doing promos only twice a year. Stay tuned.

Why do you think that other well written books just don’t sell?

They don't get noticed in the ocean of books out there.

Do you think that giving books away free works and why?

I think it works well if it's given in the market of interest.

What advice would you give to aspiring writers?

Be open to the flow of thoughts and go with them.

Where do you see publishing going in the future?

Attention spans appear to be changing but I believe good quality writing projects with multimedia potential will live on and on. Writers must be creators of multimedia adventures; ones that invite readers to explore their feeling and thoughts, and interact in the trans-media field. Audio books will flourish as will other methods of creative self expression relating to a book subject matter.

In what formats is your book available?

Print, epub, kindle, ibooks, pdf, a Google format, and audio.

Now for some quick fire reader questions!

What is your favourite motivational phrase.

Dream on!

What is your favourite positive saying?

Go with the flow!

What is your favourite book and why?

Illusions by Richard Bach. It's a book about being aware as you traverse through life. A timeless and profound read.

What is your favourite quote?

“There is never any hurry on the creative plane; and there is no lack of opportunity."

What is your favourite film and why?

To Kill a Mockingbird. So many great lines Most famous of course is “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view ... Until you climb inside of his skin and walk around in it.” — Atticus Finch

Where can you see yourself in 5 years time?

Living a low profile, tranquil life-- one day at a time, reflecting and writing my thoughts.

What advice would you give to your younger self?

Trust your gut feelings. Know thyself.

Which famous person, living or dead would you like to meet and why?

Arthur Miller. He was a brilliant writer and I loved the way he picked bits and pieces out of the air and explored different avenues of writing.

If you could have been the original author of any book, what would it have been and why?

Illusions by Richard Bach. It has greatly influenced my life and my writing.

Well done Susan great answers under pressure!

Where can readers find out more about you and buy your books? 

My books are available in bookstores and online. They can be viewed on my 

Amazon Author page: https://www.amazon.com/Susan-Joyce/e/B001KCEX3W/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_ebooks_1

Website: http://susanjoycejourneys.com/books/

Blog: http://susanjoycejourneys.com/about/blog/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorSusanJoyce/?fref=ts

Twitter:  SusanJoyce @SusanJourneys

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/SusanJoyce

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/susanjourneys/?etslf=7430&eq=Susan

Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/search?query=Good+Morning+Diego+Garcia

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/788947.Susan_Joyce

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Thank you for asking these great questions! They made me stop and think. Nice!

Susan Joyce

Don't forget to check out Susan's Book Showcase at Rukia Publishing here 

Thanks for reading, be sure to leave Susan a comment and share the blog post on social media.

P.S. Don't forget to leave a review for Good Morning Diego Garcia.

#RPBP Spotlight on John Searancke & Prunes For Breakfast

 I am often in awe of the talented authors that I am fortunate enough to network with, starstruck sometimes!
The reason is very simple, they write great books.
It is for this reason that I enjoy helping them to increase awareness of their books to new audiences.

Great books should never be undiscovered.
Prunes For Breakfast by John Searancke is far from undiscovered. He has been featured in magazines, radio interviews and on multiple book blogs. Today, I would like to shine the spotlight on this accomplished author who has created a book which is described as a WW2 personal memoir, but which is also a wartime love story.

John Searancke explains how the book came about...

When a cache of letters, written by my father to my mother during the years of World War 2 eventually came in to my possession, I concluded that I should share some of them with a wider audience. In between a selection of those letters is traced the story of his life over those five long war years. 

John with his parents

It fascinated me to learn of the day to day life of an enlisted man – and later officer – as the war progressed to its inevitable conclusion, though finally without him as he languished behind the wire in a POW camp in Germany after having been captured on the battlefields of Normandy. And so his story has finally been written.

This is a watercolour painting of part of my father’s POW camp in Germany, Oflag 79. The painting was done by a prisoner, and my father brought it back to England on his release. It shows a skater in winter, skating across what looks like a frozen pond, but which is, in reality, a bomb crater. The Americans bombed the camp in error, thinking that it was the nearby Goering aircraft engine factory! They scored 7 direct hits and killed some 51 people. What an example of friendly fire!

John Searancke is no stranger to the author interview circuit, you might like like to check this out to find out more about the man behind Prunes For Breakfast.

20 Questions with John Searancke

Here is an example of what you will find:

Where do you get your ideas for your books?

My second book, Prunes for Breakfast, was the one that I really needed to write, to get it out of my system. It is the WW2 story of my father, through his training, battle, the invasion of Normandy and his capture there, thence to be taken to a German prisoner of war camp. A lot of research was needed, and I had the advantage of being able to refer to a cache of letters written during that war. I am very proud of that book.

Continue reading here

John Searancke is no stranger to being interviewed by the local press either!

What do reviewers say about Prunes For Breakfast:

5.0 out of 5 starsIntimate and fascinating.

ByCharlotteon 13 July 2016

Format: Paperback|Verified Purchase

Prunes for Breakfast was one of those books that lurked in the 'unread' section of my kindle, 

waiting for a time that I could give my full attention to a subject that deserves nothing less. 

If I'm totally honest, I probably wouldn't ordinarily purchase a book about war (definitely more 

my brother's cup of tea), but I enjoyed John Searancke's previous book - Dog Days in the 

Fortunate Islands so much, that when Amazon suggested that I might like Prunes for Breakfast, 

I decided to give them the benefit of the doubt and clicked on 'Buy now'.

Did I enjoy it? Without any doubt, yes I did. It was an intimate and fascinating account of one 

man's WW2, cleverly told through a bunch of letters written by the author's father to his young 

wife. I even found myself paying attention to the Notes on Military References, important to 

read if you want a real understanding of the numbers of men who went into battle.

Thank you John Searancke for sharing your father's war with us. We really do owe his generation 

an enormous debt of gratitude. By the way, if my husband had a prolonged absence from home, 

and returned for a weekend, he too would arrive with his golf clubs!

5* "Intimate and fascinating- Did I enjoy it? Without any doubt yes I did"

Find out more about John Searancke and his books at 

Rukia Publishing on the links below

Meet The Author

Book Showcase

or 

Visit his author website

www.johnsearancke.com

Meet W.D Frank as he chats to Sarah Jane Butfield about his writing & his new release #RPBP

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Hello and welcome, 
Today I would like to introduce you to a talented young author W.D. Frank, 'One to watch' as they say! W.D. Frank was kind enough to talk to me about himself, his writing and of course his new release Lucifer's Ladder.
Please support him by commenting and sharing this blog post.
Thanks for reading,
Sarah Jane

www.wdfrank.com

Author Bio

W.D. Frank is a surrealist author who has been a fan of the horror genre since he was four years old. His debut novel Lucifer's Ladder was inspired by his lifelong obsession with Japanese role playing games, anime, and David Lynch movies... as well as his desire to see a story centered around the 'bad guys.' W.D.'s ultimate dream is to seduce James Franco and use the actor's almighty stoner powers to create a world where babies aren't allowed in movie theaters. He is also an avid Pokemon fan and will ramble gleefully about Silent Hill or Final Fantasy as well any day of the week. If you have a problem with that, then by Valtiel's rapidly twitching head, run, rabbit, run!

Good morning and thank you for chatting with us today.

Let's get to know you a little better.

What were you like at school?

I was a nightmare for teachers and students alike. I was in a horrible place at the time, so I am saddened to say that I wasn't much fun to be around.

Were you good at English?

Oh, I have always excelled at reading and spelling. I was not educated in the ways of punctuation until much later, though. I had to drop out of middle school due to health issues.

What are your ambitions for your writing career?

I am sure that people will call me ridiculous, but I want to be known and understood. I have never had that. At the risk of sounding melodramatic, I have been the subject of controversy ever since I could first speak. When I was a child, I was always the black sheep no matter where I went. I suppose I want things to be different for once. I realize that my writing is going to be controversial, but I at least want some people to see it and think to themselves, “You know, I get this guy. I like what he does.” I want to show the entire world what I can do and how much I have evolved. I want them to enjoy my fiction and think about the stories long after they have read the last page. I want to be remembered for something beautiful. I suppose that is what every writer wants, though.

Which writers inspire you?

I am not inspired by many novelists, to be honest. I don't know of any writers in the literary world who write the kind of stuff that I write. That being said, there are many writers I adore. I am especially fond of Robert E. Howard. My primary inspirations are Japanese role playing games such as Final Fantasy and David Lynch films. I love his surrealist style and the way he explores the minds of troubled characters through dreamlike imagery. When I watch films like Lost Highway or Mulholland Drive, I feel like I am really diving inside the mind of the protagonist. I feel like I am piecing together fragments of who they are with every seemingly absurd thing that I see. In that way, David Lynch inspired the hell out of me. While the Final Fantasy series inspired the concept of Lucifer's Ladder the most, David Lynch had a huge hand in helping me find my style of character exploration. I absolutely love that man and I would be honored if I ever have the chance to meet him.

I am a huge David Lynch fan and I know he is an inspiration to many.

So, what have you written?

I can't tell you about everything that I have written quite yet. I have some secrets to keep, but I can tell you about what has already been released. Lucifer's Ladder is the book that was most recently accepted by a publisher. It is a horror/dark fantasy novel about a narcissistic teenage sorcerer named Hugh Aaron who wakes up in a post apocalyptic wasteland to discover that he has been chosen as a candidate for godhood by a mysterious entity known simply as “The Elder.” Hugh also discovers that he has been tasked with liberating demonkind from Hell and killing the current God (Yahweh) along with his entire angelic army. Needless to say, Hugh is rather fond of the idea and makes it his mission to become God and reshape the world in his own image. He is a real bastard, but I love him. He is my boy!

Give us an insight into your main character. What does he/she do that is so special?

It isn't necessarily about what Hugh does that makes him special, but how he does it. Most of the angels swoop down with the expectation that they can just overpower him, but Hugh is more than capable of using his limited magical strength in a way that can take down even the mightiest of foes. Whether it is through simply exploiting a hole in their defense or using their own powers against them, Hugh refuses to become a victim of those who are more powerful than he is ever again.

What are you working on at the minute?

I am working on the sequel to Lucifer's Ladder! It is going to be incredibly badass.

What’s it about?

I can't give you too many details, but it is a continuation of the events that begin in Lucifer's Ladder and it explores the incredible impact that those events have.

What genre are your books?

I primarily write psychological horror and dark fantasy, but I have written a few crime stories as well.

When did you decide to become a writer?

I decided to become a writer the moment that I realized that I was never going to see the kind of story I wanted to write if I didn't write it myself.

Why do you write?

I write partially because it helps me stay sane and mostly because I like creating stories that I can be proud of.

What made you decide to sit down and actually start something?

Boredom mostly. I realized that I wasn't ever going to see the sort of characters or story that I had been thinking about, so I finally wrote them down. However, I likely would have never done that if I had something that I thought would have been more entertaining at the time.

Do you write full-time or part-time?

I am hoping to make it a full time job, but right now it is part time.

Do you have a special time to write or how is your day structured?

I usually write at night. I am at my best in the darkness.

Do you write every day, 5 days a week or as and when?

I try to write every day, but sometimes I don't have the time. I write when I can.

Do you aim for a set amount of words/pages per day?

I try to write more than one thousand words per day.

Do you write on a typewriter, computer, dictate or longhand?

I write on my computer. I can't imagine writing with anything else.

Where do the your ideas come from?

I am honestly not sure most of the time. Sometimes the ideas are just there.

Do you work to an outline or plot or do you prefer just see where an idea takes you?

I usually like to have some idea of what kind of story I am writing and where everything is going to end up.

What is the hardest thing about writing?

Convincing myself to sit down and write. God, that can be so difficult sometimes. I enjoy writing, but I become distracted pretty easily. I constantly have to fight myself to get stuff done.

What was the hardest thing about writing your latest book?

Probably facing the world when I was channelling so much pain and rage every single day. I snapped at a few people after I wrote a certain chapter because of how raw the emotion was and how stressed out those scenes made me feel.

What is the easiest thing about writing?

Creating characters is the easiest part for me. I can create entire identities in an instant as long as I am behind a keyboard.

How long on average does it take you to write a book?

It usually takes me at least six months, but Lucifer's Ladder only took me three, I believe.

This book is part of a series, tell us a little about it?

Lucifer's Ladder is indeed a part of a series. It will be a trilogy focused on Hugh's war against those who conflict with his ideals and his blood-drenched struggle to achieve true paradise in a reality that will not easily allow it.

What are your thoughts on writing a book series.

I believe that each book in a series needs to end on a satisfying note that ties up most of the loose ends that are exclusive to that individual story. Obviously some unfinished puzzles need to be left that way until the series is ready for them to be resolved, but I think there is a difference between a satisfying cliffhanger and a cliffhanger that makes you think, “Wow! There wasn't nearly enough gratification here!”

Do you read much and if so who are your favourite authors.

I read as much as I can. My favorite authors are probably Stephen King and Robert E. Howard. I also love Hideaki Sena and Koji Suzuki.

For your own reading, do you prefer ebooks or traditional paper/hard back books?

I want to feel the real thing in my hands! I am glad that people who prefer owning things digitally can have it their way, but I personally love being able to hold what I am reading.

What book/s are you reading at present?

I am reading the Preacher comic series for the first time and I am hopefully going to start Dune sooner than later. I want to read that eventually.

Who edited your book and how did you select him/her?

A lovely woman by the name of Majanka Verstraete did the final edit for Lucifer's Ladder. Catherine Lenderi (my best friend) did some editing beforehand, though.

Who designed your book cover/s?

The cover artist for my publisher (Fear Front Publishing) did that. His name is Scott Deyett and he is excellent at what he does… as you can see for yourself.

Do you think that the cover plays an important part in the buying process?

Hell yes! Many people judge books by their covers. An alluring cover is absolutely necessary.

What is your favourite motivational phrase.

“It is not over until I say it is over.” It motivates me to remind myself that I am in control.

What is your favourite book and why?

Maybe Parasite Eve by Hideaki Sena? I love the insane questions it brings up. Plus, it is just an excellent novel.

What is your favourite quote?

“Something smells fishy here and it ain't cod.” It is an actual line from Final Fantasy V. God, it is so beautifully horrible! It makes me laugh every time. Don't judge me!

What is your favourite film and why?

Gremlins. There are better and more thought-provoking films out there, but the reason that I love Gremlins so much is because it puts almost everything I love into a single movie. It has adorable creatures, dark comedy, violence, and mayhem. That film might as well have been made for me.

Where can you see yourself in 5 years time?

I try not to think about the future too much, but hopefully I am not mauled to death by zombies or something along those lines. That would suck.

What advice would you give to your younger self?

Hide your horror movies in a more secure location! Jeez!

Which famous person, living or dead would you like to meet and why?

I would love to meet David Lynch! He is my idol.

What advice would you give to aspiring writers?

Just keep at it no matter how bad you think your writing is. Your writing style will improve gradually as you go along, I promise. Don't give up on your dreams. The only thing separating you from your idols is practice and a publishing deal.

How can readers discover more about you and you work?

You can check out my website in the link below and follow me on Facebook or Twitter. (Preferably both) You can also check out my author page on Amazon. I hope all of you buy Lucifer's Ladder and visit my social media pages to chat with me about it. I would love to answer your questions and hear your thoughts on it. All of my fans mean the world to me and I smile every time I hear from them. I cannot wait to show everyone Lucifer's Ladder and I hope that you will join me on this admittedly ambitious journey that I am undertaking. W.D. Frank out!

Website: www.wdfrank.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100005989415462

Twitter: https://twitter.com/GregariousOtter

Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/W.D.-Frank/e/B00Y2HXJ0U

Book Links: 

ebook: http://smarturl.it/WDFrank

Paperback: https://www.createspace.com/6601563

Thank you so much that was an awesome interview.

I would like to wish you every success in your writing career.

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Sarah Jane