Hi all!
Please help me welcome Author Christine James to my blog
today. Here is a little about her:
About the Author:
I'm a born and
raised small town girl. I love fishing, camping, big and loud trucks, but don't
let my boots fool ya, I can slip out of my boots and into a pair of heels in no
time flat! I love books and movies and it seems that there is never enough time
to read or watch them all. I bake and decorate cakes (in my free time) pffft
what's that right?
My husband is my
world. He has been my cheerleader as I strive to achieve my writing goals; he's
helped pick me up and dust me off when I get rejected; he laughs with me, and
more times than not he laughs AT me, and he lends a shoulder for me to cry on.
He's my rock but more importantly he is my best friend. We have two beautiful
sons, Dillyn (8) and Traben (2). They are my angels and by becoming an author I
want to show them that their dreams can come true. I have something that not
many people can brag about. I have my parents (both amazing God Fearing people
married 31 years) and my AMAZING in-laws (married 44 years) these two couples
are part of my inspiration. I am also fortunate to call my three younger
brothers my best friends. I have a few close friends that have helped me come
so far.
I value my
relationships and treat them all like rare gems, because they are all special
and unique in their own way. I love making people laugh, no matter what. Life
is too short to be so serious all the time.
Writing has always
been a dream of mine. It's been a comfort when I'm hurting and an outlet when
I'm mad. It is my security blanket.
Here’s my interview with her:
What is
your name? Do you use a pen name (if so, why?)?
~~Christine
James and yes I use a pen name. I love the anonymity it creates. It's almost like getting to be another
person.
Tell me
a bit about yourself:
I'm a small town girl and have been all my
life. I love loud trucks, mud, hunting,
fishing, camping, and other country ways of life. Ironically enough, I rarely listen to country
music. I wear cowboy boots, but I can
slip out of them and into a pair of heels in no time flat. I have two sons 8 and 2. I stay at home full time. I try to write as much as possible but at
times it is hard to find the time. When
I'm not writing I bake and design cakes. I'm rather blunt but I try to always
consider other people's feelings.
What
type of genre do you write?
Currently I am in the paranormal realm, but my first
love has always been thrillers/mystery.
I also do a lot of pirate romance and historical pieces.
What
genre to you personally read?
I read paranormal,
murder/thriller, and historical.
Tell me
about your latest?
My
latest book was the last in The Chosen Series.
It takes us on a roller coaster ride of emotions. Joy, sorrow, loss, betrayal, and heartache.
What
sparked your passion for books and the art of a good story?
I love
being taken away to a different time and place, or even a different world. I have always had an overactive
imagination. I've always had a knack for
telling stories. The older I got the more I realized I wanted to be a person
that could help other people escape, even if it was for 30 mins. Life sucks sometimes, if I can help someone
forget about it then that is what I want more than anything.
Is
there a particular book that changed or affected your life in a big way?
I've
read so many book its hard to pinpoint just one. As cheesy as this sounds, I take something
away from almost every book I read.
Is
there a message in your book that you want readers to grasp?
Follow
your heart and be yourself, not who the world thinks you should be. If everyone was the same, the world would be
a ridiculously boring place.
What
challenges have you faced in your writing career?
Rejection
and those people who take it upon themselves to tear me down with negative and
out right hurtful comments.
What
has been your best moment as a writer?
After I
hit the button that said 'save and publish' and twenty minutes later I'd sold
my very first book.
Who is
your author idol?
I don't
have idols, but the author that inspires me the most is Karina Halle. Her books are intense and gritty. Her characters are realistic and make you
feel with and for them.
Do you
see yourself in any of your characters?
I see a
piece myself in just about EVERY one of my characters.
Do you
feel like your dream has come true or is there much more to do?
I feel
like phase one of my dream has come true.
The second phase, so-to-speak, would be to see my books in actual print.
What
does your workspace look like?
Oh
Lordy, it's a disaster. I have notebooks
and pens and pencils scattered all over the place. Coffee cups and red bull cans cover my desk.
But, even in my clutter, I know where everything is.
Have
you ever had a day when you just wanted to quit?
Actually it is funny you asked me that, because
honestly today is one of those days. Every now and then someone feels entitled
to tear my book to shreds. I'm not naïve
enough to believe everyone is going to like my books. They may not be everyone's cup of tea, and
that is okay, but when people seem to go out of their way to publicly
eviscerate something I worked so hard on it is discouraging. It's okay though, because I use the hateful
comments to fuel my determination and correct areas that need improvements.
What do
you do when you’re not writing?
I make
and decorate cakes. I love Cake Boss, I would love to work with him just one
day.
What
are the most important attributes to remaining sane as a writer?
I don't believe there is such a thing as a sane
writer. I think all writers have to have
a little touch of insanity. I think its
the sane people you have to watch out for.
Did you
have a moment when you realized you were meant to be a writer?
Not
really. I simply enjoy writing. It is an escape for me.
What
advice would you give to aspiring authors?
Breathe. This is something I have to tell myself on a
daily basis. There are going to be
people that piss us of with their negativity, even bring us to tears. Just breathe and don't give up. A good support system is something you would
always need.
After
this book, what is next?
I am currently working on another paranormal book
called UnderCity. You can see the new
cover and read an excerpt on my blog.
Your
website?
Www.facebook.com/ChristineJameswrites
Your
blog?
Chistinejames28.blogspot.com
Other
websites?
Twitter @christinejames2
goodreads.com
Where
can your book be found?
Fallen
The Chosen Series Book One
Christine James
Genre: Paranormal
Romance/Action
Book Description:
Angelo searched for
the one to save them for centuries.
Never in his wildest dreams did he expect it to be a girl. From the beginning, he was drawn to her, but
how could such a slip of a girl be the one to save mankind. He was supposed to train her and explain what
she was, but how could he do his job and resist her at the same time? Could he
put attractions aside and focus on his job and what he needed to do?
It was just
supposed to be a fun night at their small town carnival, but a bizarre
encounter with a mysterious fortune teller changed Erin's life forever.
Then there was the
stranger, the man who she literally ran into. A beautiful stranger that
wouldn't leave her thoughts and who suddenly haunted her dreams. Something about him pulled her to him, like
an anchor sinking to the bottom of the ocean. Little did she know her life was about to
change when he revealed to her that she wasn't exactly human, and that she was
destined to fight the most powerful evil on earth.
Erin's life
collided with Angelo's, and now they are both in for a ride as they fight for
the world, and fight their attraction for one another.
***This book
contains violence, adult content, and mild language
Risen
The Chosen Series Book Two
Christine James
Genre: Paranormal
Romance/Action
Book Description:
Blaze and Angie
were happy, or so she thought. There was a restlessness growing inside her that
not even she could explain. How could she trust his love when she wasn't able
to trust herself?
They thought the
battle was finished when they sent Satan back to hell, so how could they have
known another threat, larger than Satan himself, was looming on the horizon?
This time the stakes are higher and the game much more deadly. Something is
coming and it will shatter everything they have ever known. Can they stop it
before it has Risen?
Final Redemption
The Chosen Series Book Three
Christine James
Christine James
Genre: Paranormal
Romance/Action
Book Description:
With Lilith on the loose and
their circle fractured, The Chosen are wandering around lost, broken, and
confused. Their friendships are being tested as well as their trust in one
another. They've lost one of their own, and now new questions keep surfacing as
a bout of unusual occurrences take place. What they didn't expect was an evil
worse than Lilith herself in the works. Come join the Nephilim on one last
journey.
Please thank Christine for joining us today. She’s given us
some awesome books. Go check out her blog and pick up one of her
books today!
Keep Writing!
Jodie Pierce
This series looks great! I'm adding it to my "to read" list. Thanks for sharing :)
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