Hello, fellow bloggers,
Would you like to interview me about my newly-released book, Relics of Life? If you would, please leave a comment below, and we can go from there. Thanks in advance to anyone who is open to doing an interview. I truly appreciate it.
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Yesterday afternoon, I attended an author talk and signing event – Lisa Wingate.
It was a great talk. Her presentation was informative and inspirational. So glad I got to be there at Barnes & Noble this afternoon.
We waited in line for a signed copy of her newest book. We were told to have what you want her to write to you ready for an attendant to write it on a sticky to place in her book for her to look at and write in her signing. I told the attendant my first name and to write “Keep being inspired.” That was all.
Met up with Lisa. Very sweet woman. Told her I was also an author. She smiled and was happy about that. Asked me what I write. I told her mostly women’s fiction with some faith and Greek Orthodox traditions. She said, “Oh, so similar to what I write with faith as well.” I told her yes. She said it was so nice to meet a writer who reads her books. 
Anyway, she signed my book. 
I opened the book in the car and was touched. She’d written:
To Dorothy —
Keep being inspired —
The world needs your stories —
Best Wishes!
Lisa Wingate
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Yes, I know there are many reasons one has for investing in a certain novel.
Some of them could be the first page or two hooks you with the storyline.
One could be the character fascinates you or you relate to the character.
Another could be the descriptions draw you into the world the author has created.
And, honestly, I’d agree with these reasons and do believe they also apply to my reading experiences.
But for me, the #1 lure is the writing style.
If the writing style is amazing, well-written, clean, sharp, and beautiful that fascinates and intrigues me, which make it an extremely enjoyable experience, then I will finish that story, no matter if the story may not be nail-biting or earth-shattering.
Besides, I do love character-driven books. On occasion, though, I’ll delve into a more plot-driven story.
My own written books are mostly character driven. The positive comments I’ve gotten from my readers are my:
Descriptions and settings
Writing style
Easy to read
Fast read
Interesting and intriguing characters
Suspenseful
The fascinating Orthodox lifestyle – traditions and customs
Mystical – regarding Orthodox spirituality
Humorous
What is the #1 reason that draws you into a novel?
You can find all of my books on Amazon (as well as B&N and Indiebound). Check them out:
And my novelette:
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Modest Musings 