AUTHOR UPDATE
FEATURED AUTHOR: THERESA SNYDER
I got the chance to chat with the super friendly and wonderfully talented Multi Genre Author THERESA SNYDER this week. It was privilege to have a sit down with her and ask her some more questions. Here is what she said…
We spoke to you before, can you update us on WHAT IS HAPPENING WITH YOU NOW?
It’s been almost a year since we last had a real heart-to-heart talk. A lot has happened, but I’ll just hit some of the highpoints.
In December I published “THE BEAST WITHIN,” the latest in my STAR TRAVELER scifi series. For those who are reading the series it makes a really exciting addition to the collection. If someone just wants to give the series a try, they can also start with this volume. It is a stand-alone volume, but has references to the other books that might lead someone to go back and read the others. The book dives further into the three crew members of MT 2424. Computer Expert, Coal, is called back home to a world where everyone looks the same, but there are monsters below the surface of the society he must face to save the life of his lost love’s child. Terrell, Medical Expert for MT 2424, is home and caught in a love triangle with Julia and a Walhmite Captain Targus has brought to the Henu colony. As for Captain Targus, he is forced to not only deal with the other members of his team’s issues, but also a devastating personal disaster at home.
It’s been almost a year since we last had a real heart-to-heart talk. A lot has happened, but I’ll just hit some of the highpoints.
In December I published “THE BEAST WITHIN,” the latest in my STAR TRAVELER scifi series. For those who are reading the series it makes a really exciting addition to the collection. If someone just wants to give the series a try, they can also start with this volume. It is a stand-alone volume, but has references to the other books that might lead someone to go back and read the others. The book dives further into the three crew members of MT 2424. Computer Expert, Coal, is called back home to a world where everyone looks the same, but there are monsters below the surface of the society he must face to save the life of his lost love’s child. Terrell, Medical Expert for MT 2424, is home and caught in a love triangle with Julia and a Walhmite Captain Targus has brought to the Henu colony. As for Captain Targus, he is forced to not only deal with the other members of his team’s issues, but also a devastating personal disaster at home.
I participated as an author at Wenco in April. It was probably the best con, reading or show, I have attended thus far. It was a great day and I met some special people.
I worked most of the first part of this year on adding two new novellas to the SHIFTING BOOKS IN THE TWIN CITIES SERIES. They are currently on presale at half the price of the other volumes, so you get two-for-one if you purchase them before October 1st. (SBC Note: Sale has ended as the interview was posted after October 1st.)
I worked most of the first part of this year on adding two new novellas to the SHIFTING BOOKS IN THE TWIN CITIES SERIES. They are currently on presale at half the price of the other volumes, so you get two-for-one if you purchase them before October 1st. (SBC Note: Sale has ended as the interview was posted after October 1st.)
And, lastly, I started up a newsletter in June to keep my readers up-to-date on what is happening in my author world, run a few contests and giveaway some fun stuff.
Can you please refresh us, what GENRE DO YOU WRITE AND WHAT ARE THE TITLES OF YOUR BOOKS?
With 26 books in print, I think I will just keep my answers to your question by genre and series title. My fantasy series is currently six volumes of The Farloft Chronicles, plus a preschool children’s book called Farloft’s Storybook. My scifi series is The Star Traveler Series, which is seven character-driven novels. My paranormal/fantasy books are the Shifting Books of the Twin Cities Series currently consisting of five novellas. And, I have one memoir about me inheriting my parents as an adult caregiver.
With 26 books in print, I think I will just keep my answers to your question by genre and series title. My fantasy series is currently six volumes of The Farloft Chronicles, plus a preschool children’s book called Farloft’s Storybook. My scifi series is The Star Traveler Series, which is seven character-driven novels. My paranormal/fantasy books are the Shifting Books of the Twin Cities Series currently consisting of five novellas. And, I have one memoir about me inheriting my parents as an adult caregiver.
FARLOFT
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THE STAR TRAVELER TEAM
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What are the CURRENT BOOKS YOU ARE WRITING?
I have several volumes in various stages of completion. Farloft, my dragon, has been bugging me to complete his collection of youngling stories and Clearair, his mate, would like to tell her story. Hopefully, before Christmas we will have another volume in The Farloft Chronicles.
I also write a Serial Story Blog which I post to each Saturday. The stories there, often are the first drafts of my books. Currently, I am writing a paranormal/fantasy/scifi mashup involving a new character from the setting on my Twin Cities Series. I am really excited about it. In the future, a shape-shifter is kidnapped by a covert government agency to work on a black ops team in our world.
What is ONE OF THE MOST REWARDING ASPECTS OF WRITING?
I get to play in my imaginary worlds with the characters I have grown to love.
What’s your process of SELECTING NAMES FOR CHARACTERS?
It depends. My elderly dad and I go to the movies every weekend. We always set through the credits. I read the names and sometimes jot down the ones I like in a note-app on my phone. If I have trouble finding a name, I consult that list. I can’t write about a character without them having a name. (BTW did you see the names on the credits of “Logan Lucky?” Boy, I would have hated to be the proofreader for those credits.)
Wow, that’s a cool way to find names. And haha about the names in the credits. (Royal)
What is one BEHIND THE SCENES thing that happened WHILE WRITING ONE OF YOUR BOOKS?
My most recent paranormal/fantasy “Shifting for Better or Worse” was one of those books that began as a draft on my serial story blog. It was called “Threat of the Fire Demon” at that stage.
About chapter thirteen, I realized I needed the main character to have a personal journal, so we could hear his inner thoughts through a device. Because I was still in draft mode, I told my readers I added the journal, and why, rather than just dropping it in without an explanation. In the end, it helped me accomplish a much better book for my readers.
What is SOMETHING FUN that you are doing RIGHT NOW?
Summertime is always gardening time for me. I have an 1,100 square foot, L-shaped, garden with five distinct garden rooms.
I also have a Moroccan room which I added to the back of my house as a writing and reading room. I did some additional decorating there, this summer. It is way over the top as far as ‘froufrou’ goes. I just added more glitz and glitter. More and more folks want to visit, so I am finding it a great place to entertain too. (You can see my Moroccan room on my YouTube Channel.)
I have several volumes in various stages of completion. Farloft, my dragon, has been bugging me to complete his collection of youngling stories and Clearair, his mate, would like to tell her story. Hopefully, before Christmas we will have another volume in The Farloft Chronicles.
I also write a Serial Story Blog which I post to each Saturday. The stories there, often are the first drafts of my books. Currently, I am writing a paranormal/fantasy/scifi mashup involving a new character from the setting on my Twin Cities Series. I am really excited about it. In the future, a shape-shifter is kidnapped by a covert government agency to work on a black ops team in our world.
What is ONE OF THE MOST REWARDING ASPECTS OF WRITING?
I get to play in my imaginary worlds with the characters I have grown to love.
What’s your process of SELECTING NAMES FOR CHARACTERS?
It depends. My elderly dad and I go to the movies every weekend. We always set through the credits. I read the names and sometimes jot down the ones I like in a note-app on my phone. If I have trouble finding a name, I consult that list. I can’t write about a character without them having a name. (BTW did you see the names on the credits of “Logan Lucky?” Boy, I would have hated to be the proofreader for those credits.)
Wow, that’s a cool way to find names. And haha about the names in the credits. (Royal)
What is one BEHIND THE SCENES thing that happened WHILE WRITING ONE OF YOUR BOOKS?
My most recent paranormal/fantasy “Shifting for Better or Worse” was one of those books that began as a draft on my serial story blog. It was called “Threat of the Fire Demon” at that stage.
About chapter thirteen, I realized I needed the main character to have a personal journal, so we could hear his inner thoughts through a device. Because I was still in draft mode, I told my readers I added the journal, and why, rather than just dropping it in without an explanation. In the end, it helped me accomplish a much better book for my readers.
What is SOMETHING FUN that you are doing RIGHT NOW?
Summertime is always gardening time for me. I have an 1,100 square foot, L-shaped, garden with five distinct garden rooms.
I also have a Moroccan room which I added to the back of my house as a writing and reading room. I did some additional decorating there, this summer. It is way over the top as far as ‘froufrou’ goes. I just added more glitz and glitter. More and more folks want to visit, so I am finding it a great place to entertain too. (You can see my Moroccan room on my YouTube Channel.)
What is ONE OF YOUR FAVORITE GENRES TO READ?
I think I would say my favorite genres are the ones I write, including memoirs, but I read everything, even the backs of cereal boxes and instruction sheets (even though most folks ignore them when assembling something).
Giggling (Royal)
What is one thing that YOU WANT TO SAY TO ANYONE THAT READS YOUR BOOK?
I would say, I hope they enjoy the books and feel motivated to write a review. Reviews really do help readers decide to purchase a writer’s books. Also, readers might not be aware that the number of reviews affect who will assist an Indie Author in promoting their books. Every little bit helps.
Describe YOUR BOOK IN 5 WORDS. Go!
Which one? LOL
How about one of the latest releases: “SHIFTING FROM DARKNESS INTO LIGHT?”
“Your dreams can come true.” (If you are reading the series this could be a spoiler, but a good one.)
Theresa, we’ve come to our LIGHTENING ROUND. Are you ready to play? Here we go!
FAVORITE FOOD
Chocolate
MUSIC YOU LISTEN TO WHY WRITING
Classical
LAST BOOK/SHOW WATCHED
Bones
RECENT ACTIVITY
Gardening
How do YOU FEEL WHEN YOU RELEASE A BOOK?
Accomplished, optimistic, excited, fulfilled, and elated.
I think I would say my favorite genres are the ones I write, including memoirs, but I read everything, even the backs of cereal boxes and instruction sheets (even though most folks ignore them when assembling something).
Giggling (Royal)
What is one thing that YOU WANT TO SAY TO ANYONE THAT READS YOUR BOOK?
I would say, I hope they enjoy the books and feel motivated to write a review. Reviews really do help readers decide to purchase a writer’s books. Also, readers might not be aware that the number of reviews affect who will assist an Indie Author in promoting their books. Every little bit helps.
Describe YOUR BOOK IN 5 WORDS. Go!
Which one? LOL
How about one of the latest releases: “SHIFTING FROM DARKNESS INTO LIGHT?”
“Your dreams can come true.” (If you are reading the series this could be a spoiler, but a good one.)
Theresa, we’ve come to our LIGHTENING ROUND. Are you ready to play? Here we go!
FAVORITE FOOD
Chocolate
MUSIC YOU LISTEN TO WHY WRITING
Classical
LAST BOOK/SHOW WATCHED
Bones
RECENT ACTIVITY
Gardening
How do YOU FEEL WHEN YOU RELEASE A BOOK?
Accomplished, optimistic, excited, fulfilled, and elated.
What’s NEXT FOR YOU:
What is the name of YOUR UPCOMING RELEASE?
“WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE”
What should people EXPECT TO SEE FROM YOU IN THE FUTURE?
Multiple book releases (I am always inundated with ideas from my different muses) and great free reads and contest chances if folks join my newsletter list.
Any EVENTS you want to share that YOU WILL BE PARTICIPATING IN SOON?
I participate in numerous Giveaways and always advertise them in my newsletter.
What are you MOST LOOKING FORWARD to at the moment?
I am really excited about giving away the first novel of each one of my series. Honestly, I am hoping it will help spread the word of my books to more readers. I love being read and hearing what people think.
What is the name of YOUR UPCOMING RELEASE?
“WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE”
What should people EXPECT TO SEE FROM YOU IN THE FUTURE?
Multiple book releases (I am always inundated with ideas from my different muses) and great free reads and contest chances if folks join my newsletter list.
Any EVENTS you want to share that YOU WILL BE PARTICIPATING IN SOON?
I participate in numerous Giveaways and always advertise them in my newsletter.
What are you MOST LOOKING FORWARD to at the moment?
I am really excited about giving away the first novel of each one of my series. Honestly, I am hoping it will help spread the word of my books to more readers. I love being read and hearing what people think.
HOW CAN WE:
BUY YOUR BOOKS
WEBSITE
Upper right-hand corner “Free Books” – The first one free in each series.
BUY YOUR BOOKS
WEBSITE
Upper right-hand corner “Free Books” – The first one free in each series.
CONTACT YOU
WEBSITE
All my contact links are on the bottom of my home page on my site. I love to hear from folks.
WEBSITE
All my contact links are on the bottom of my home page on my site. I love to hear from folks.
KEEP UP ON NEWS AND RELEASES
You can join my newsletter by directly signing up here: http://eepurl.com/HGVIf
Or you can download one of my books Free here and be signed up automatically: http://www.theresasnyderauthor.com/free-books/ (Don’t worry if you want two or even three of the books, I scrub my newsletter list each month for duplicates.)
You can join my newsletter by directly signing up here: http://eepurl.com/HGVIf
Or you can download one of my books Free here and be signed up automatically: http://www.theresasnyderauthor.com/free-books/ (Don’t worry if you want two or even three of the books, I scrub my newsletter list each month for duplicates.)
Theresa left us with a couple blurbs from her books:
JAMES & THE DRAGON (The Farloft Chronicles)
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Do you love dragons? You will find Farloft irresistible. James & the Dragon is book #1 of the exciting saga of Farloft the Dragon and his friends. What would you do if you were adopted by a dragon? When ten-year-old orphan James nearly drowns in a bog, he finds himself rescued by Farloft, a centuries old dragon with a glittering collection of treasures and an even richer collection of stories. But, dragons and boys are not meant to live together – or are they? When Laval – a wizard harboring a secret hatred for Farloft finds out about James, he sees his chance for revenge.
JAMES & THE DRAGON (The Farloft Chronicles)
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Do you love dragons? You will find Farloft irresistible. James & the Dragon is book #1 of the exciting saga of Farloft the Dragon and his friends. What would you do if you were adopted by a dragon? When ten-year-old orphan James nearly drowns in a bog, he finds himself rescued by Farloft, a centuries old dragon with a glittering collection of treasures and an even richer collection of stories. But, dragons and boys are not meant to live together – or are they? When Laval – a wizard harboring a secret hatred for Farloft finds out about James, he sees his chance for revenge.
A MEAR SLEIGHT OF HAND
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Even an escape from a solar system is not enough to escape from our past.
A Mear Sleight of Hand is book #6 of the Star Traveler Series which began with The Helavite War (book #1).
It has been two years since Sa'ling saved the alien Henu population and married Taylor. Taylor now has twins of his own, Dillion and Collin. But life is not all diapers and pacifiers.
Arr’s past has come back to haunt him. There is a madman, Braden, on the loose who has a vendetta against him – a vendetta that has its roots in a mercenary mission long ago with Jake. Arr knows this man and the destruction he can bring down on the Henu colony. Arr chooses to leave the community and lead Braden away from his family and friends - rejecting all offers of assistance.
It is only after Terrell inadvertently learns that Arr will not be facing one opponent but five, that he returns home to pursue his father with, Nor, Garrett, Taylor, and Mear at his side.
Meanwhile, the normally helpful Targus has been called back to his own home world to judge whether his youngest son, Seegus, is worthy of joining the Galactic Forces. Once Seegus’ fate is decided, will Targus and Coal make the difference between life and death for our valiant troop confronting Braden and his gang?
READ YOUR COPY
Even an escape from a solar system is not enough to escape from our past.
A Mear Sleight of Hand is book #6 of the Star Traveler Series which began with The Helavite War (book #1).
It has been two years since Sa'ling saved the alien Henu population and married Taylor. Taylor now has twins of his own, Dillion and Collin. But life is not all diapers and pacifiers.
Arr’s past has come back to haunt him. There is a madman, Braden, on the loose who has a vendetta against him – a vendetta that has its roots in a mercenary mission long ago with Jake. Arr knows this man and the destruction he can bring down on the Henu colony. Arr chooses to leave the community and lead Braden away from his family and friends - rejecting all offers of assistance.
It is only after Terrell inadvertently learns that Arr will not be facing one opponent but five, that he returns home to pursue his father with, Nor, Garrett, Taylor, and Mear at his side.
Meanwhile, the normally helpful Targus has been called back to his own home world to judge whether his youngest son, Seegus, is worthy of joining the Galactic Forces. Once Seegus’ fate is decided, will Targus and Coal make the difference between life and death for our valiant troop confronting Braden and his gang?
SHIFTING FROM DARKNESS INTO LIGHT
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Cody has moved into Simone’s apartment now that she is gone. There is a problem, the place is haunted by a pooka, poltergeist or house elf… or is it? Simone has found herself trapped in another dimension of The Realms. Cody must risk everything to rescue her. When he becomes a prisoner in his own personal hell, will Simone be able to find him and bring him back from the darkness into the light?
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Cody has moved into Simone’s apartment now that she is gone. There is a problem, the place is haunted by a pooka, poltergeist or house elf… or is it? Simone has found herself trapped in another dimension of The Realms. Cody must risk everything to rescue her. When he becomes a prisoner in his own personal hell, will Simone be able to find him and bring him back from the darkness into the light?
SHIFTING FOR BETTER OR WORSE
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Enjoy this prequel to the Shifting books of the Twin Cities Series. Meet Charles, Simone’s father and the last of the Light-Bearers. An elf/man who balances the good in The Realms against the evil of the vampire ruler, Raven. Find out how Charles and Azur, the fire demon, met and fell in love. Across the many worlds of The Realms, and for better or worse, these two must find a way to live among the vampires in the wake of death and destruction.
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Enjoy this prequel to the Shifting books of the Twin Cities Series. Meet Charles, Simone’s father and the last of the Light-Bearers. An elf/man who balances the good in The Realms against the evil of the vampire ruler, Raven. Find out how Charles and Azur, the fire demon, met and fell in love. Across the many worlds of The Realms, and for better or worse, these two must find a way to live among the vampires in the wake of death and destruction.
SBC wants to say thank you for stopping in for the interview THERESA SNYDER. I had a great time touching back in with you. I'm quite excited to read your upcoming books! Please do stop back to update us in the near future for another quick chat! (Royal)
I am Royal, for SBC, and I hope that you have had fun time reading about this incredible author!
I am Royal, for SBC, and I hope that you have had fun time reading about this incredible author!
Royal, Silver Beans Reviewer and Interviewer
Posting: PARANORMAL, FANTASY, SCI-FI, MEMOIRS
Posting Date: 10/12/2017
Theresa Snyder's Book Reviews Average: 5 STARS
Posting: PARANORMAL, FANTASY, SCI-FI, MEMOIRS
Posting Date: 10/12/2017
Theresa Snyder's Book Reviews Average: 5 STARS
HUGE THANKS AGAIN...
THERESA SNYDER for chatting with us!
THERESA SNYDER for chatting with us!
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