How exciting is it to be a part of this fantasy book collection?
AC: I’m thrilled and thankful. Fantasy is my favorite genre to read (and write)
Is writing Fantasy your favorite genre?
AC: Yes, though paranormal romance is tied for my favorite to write.
It seems every writer has a process when it comes writing. Why is your writing process?
AC: I have an idea or a character first. Then I write. I’m a total pantser. I tried writing an outline once and when I wrote the story, it deviated from the outline from the third page. Besides, I love discovering the story as I write.
So how did your prize winning story come about?
AC: When Darkness Hides, so far is the shortest story and longest it’s taken me to write. I wrote the first page when I was 18 and got stuck. I put it away. Off and on through the years, I’d dig it out and re-read it, but never felt what the middle and end should be. I thought it would never be read except by me.
Then many decades later, the writing contest asked for stories about Halloween-themed. I thought I might know how to finish the piece. And I was write. Looking back on it, I hadn’t had the life experiences to be able to finish the story when I was so young.
Now for some fun questions! Writing tool of choice. Pen and paper or computer?
AC: Computer. I hate my handwriting J
Do you have any muses or other authors that inspired you to write?
AC: My characters or a story idea inspire me to write.
How do you like to read? Paper? Or Digital?
AC: All. I love audio books for when I’m driving to work in traffic. I still love the feel of a book in my hands, but I love the cost of digital books and convenience of having many books at my fingers.
Worst book you ever read?
AC: I’ve read many. The first one I remember was a Christian Historical Romance with Vikings. The Viking just ‘happen’ to get saved without any logical reason. It felt forced and not true to history.
Have you ever fallen asleep reading?
AC: All the time. I’m a full-time mom to three kids: two under the age of six and work full-time. If’ I’m sitting or lying down and reading it cause the kiddos are asleep and being that still and quiet, I pass out quickly.
Ever fallen asleep writing? I’ve done this. I think it showed my dedication to my writing…What do you think? Have you ever fallen asleep writing?
AC: Never fallen asleep writing. Once I have time to write, I usually can’t stop. Even if I do, sometimes my story keeps me awake thinking of the next scene.
Guess I am talented then! Moving on! When is your favorite time to write? Morning? Afternoon? Evening? Nights? Or whenever the mood strikes you?
AC: Whenever the mood strikes me and the kids are asleep or playing with dad so I can write J
Close us out with your favorite literary quote!
AC: “It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don't keep your feet, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to.”
― J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings
Check out “Magical Muse: A Collection of Fantasy Stories” Featuring Andrea R. Cooper contest winning story When Darkness Hides now available on Smashwords And Amazon
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| Stories of fantasy ranging from dark, to light and inspiring, bring life to this anthology. The creatures featured throughout, both good and evil, display the devastating or wonderful personalities they were given by the authors who created them for your enjoyment. Alexis Lantgen brings a twist to the story of a fairy changeling, showing a dark evil intent behind this mythological practice. Andrea R. Cooper turns a dark fantasy tale into a lyrical piece that tests your understanding of your own mind. George L. Duncan features a creature many never saw coming as the source of justice in a corrupt world. Dark fantasy takes a humorous twist with Oz Durose, who introduces us to a new type of zombie that makes you regret deleting the files off your very own computer…readers beware! Mythological hounds are a foreshadowing of doom for one man seeking refuge from their deadly chase. Allison D. Reid brings a tale of adventure as seen through the eyes of the hounds and their mysterious master, born from the darkness of hell. Demons lurking throughout this tale bring a monster into the world. A demi-god finds out her fate as KJ Hawkins spins a tale of triumph and fear. Matthew Frassetti presses the will of a man trying to save his lover from the hands of a demon. The bonds of friendship between man and beast are tested as this tale of adventure takes a twist. Brendan Carroll brings a brilliantly fun, entertaining story to life, showing how in the midst of everyday beauty, time simply passes when you least expect it. Khushi Agarwal tests the power of Christmas cheer with elves on strike. Will Christmas come on time, or will it be ruined for all? The holidays are here as D.B. Mauldin brings a hard working elf into the spotlight for a special Christmas festival. |
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