Warning: The Next Big Thing Blog Hop has gone viral. On this hallowed day, I’m sad to report I’m the latest victim. That means you’ll have to suffer through hearing all about my latest work in progress, a follow up to my novel Elixir Bound.
This all happened thanks to the virus-spreading Rosalie Skinner, who shared the pestilence of her work in progress last week.
What is the working title of your book?
Elixir Saved
Where did the idea come from for the book?
When I wrote Elixir Bound, I always knew I wanted to write a more epic sequel. Enter Elixir Saved. Three POV characters, an epic battle scene, and life-and-death choices.
What genre does your book fall under?
YA fantasy adventure
What actors would you choose to play your characters in a movie rendition?
This is a tough one, mostly because I haven’t had power for the last few days, which inhibits my ability to scan the Internet looking for just the right actors.
What is the one-sentence synopsis of your book?
Each saved by the Elixir, three survivors must decide how much they are willing to sacrifice with their second chance at life.
Will you book be self-published or represented by an agency?
Most likely neither. I’ll be sending it to the publisher of Elixir Bound once it’s ready.
How long did it take you to write the first draft of your manuscript?
Who can say? Hopefully not as long as it took to write Elixir Bound. I’m aiming for less than a year.
What other books would you compare this story to within your genre?
Genre wise I’d say Kristin Cashore’s and Melina Marchetta’s fantasies. Wouldn’t I love someone else to compare me to those writers!
Who or what inspired you to write this book?
My sister Kylene, who died unexpectedly at the age of sixteen. I’ve been very candid about how she has influenced me in my writing career.
What else about your book might pique the reader’s interest?
Most of your favorite characters from Elixir Bound will make appearances in this book. Honestly, I’ve grown so much as a writer these last few years, I think Elixir Saved will be even better than its predecessor!
On November 7th, the next victims of the blog hop will be posting about their own books and works in progress and spreading the madness. Tag, you’re it:
So glad you’re doing okay in the storm! Best of luck with Elixir Saved 🙂 Thanks for tagging me too!
Thanks, Meradeth. Looking forward to reading about your next big thing!
Gotta love sequels. I’m always glad for the opportunity to follow favorite characters a little while longer. Best of luck with Elixir Saved as it comes together.
I’m always so sad to leave my favorite characters when I finish a book and love sequels as well.
Hi Katie,
You seem to be coming right along with your series. Best of luck with the new book.
You’re so right about the Next Big Thing blog hop going viral. We’re getting a taste of the next generation of books set to arrive soon. Please visit my blog today: http://barbarabockman.wordpress.com to read about my wip and get a preview of the folks I’ve taged.
Hi, Barbara! We’ll see how the drafting process goes…I usually don’t talk about books so early in their infancy, but I really wanted to talk about it with the Next Big Thing. Your book sounds great as well. I hope to hear good news about it!
What a great idea, the story complete in Elixir Bound could easily become a sequel. Elixir Saved… I look forward to reading the continuing adventure.
Glad you weathered the storm.
Thanks, Rosalie. I look forward to sharing Elixir Saved with you. Hopefully before too long…I’m a terribly slow drafter. Staying at the in-laws until the power comes back at my house isn’t helping with the drafting!
This story line sounds so interesting. I’ve got to get Elixir Bound!
Sounds awesome, Katie!
Hi Katie!
I used your blog as an example of the The Next Thing blog hop, I hope you don’t mind. 🙂
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Awesome! I hope you get some takers to tag. It was fun to participate.