Showing posts with label Choices Meant for Gods. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Choices Meant for Gods. Show all posts
Saturday, March 29, 2008
"Ladies of class" Book Tour
Sandy Lender will be touring "Ladies of Class". April 3rd will be the book review and April 4th the tour. Go on over to Sandy's blog, leave a comment and check out Sandy's works.
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Book Tour for Sandy Lender Author of Choices Meant for Gods
INTERVIEW WITH SANDY LENDER
CHOICES MEANT FOR GODS
Sandy, Thank you for visiting my blog. I have a few questions about your new book.
Dee asks:
Tell us how you got started writing. Was it something you've always wanted to do?
Sandy answers:
Always. I think I was writing in the womb…
I got started writing because my great grandmother, to whom Choices Meant for Gods is dedicated, encouraged me. When I graduated from the cute little stories about mice picking berries and getting frightened by cats, I started writing books with chapters. But to do that, you need a table of contents. So I used to write books, starting with the TOC, where I very primly wrote in page numbers where I believed each chapter should begin.
What was the one thing that influenced you most in writing Choices Meant for Gods?
It's so difficult to narrow all my sources of inspiration down to the most influential one. There are elements of Chaucer (specifically the Troilus and Criseyde story), Bronte (particularly Jane Eyre), Old English, and Duran Duran in the fantasy novel. The one that probably had the biggest impact on me, without me realizing it until the novel was complete and in the publisher's hands, was Charlotte Bronte and her novel Jane Eyre. I choose that one because Amanda Chariss mimics the orphan Jane on a couple of levels, because Nigel mimics Edward Rochester on a couple of levels, because the Taiman estate mimics Thornfield Hall on some levels, because I feel the Yorkshire moors in the Freotho Mountains, because I feel Charlotte's heartbreak over her real-life professor in the character of Abigail Farrier. It's amazing to me that I didn't realize I was channeling these elements as I prepared an epic fantasy novel. Perhaps I missed it because there are so many other characters and so much more depth to the story than these few pieces I've just listed. Then I guess I'd have to say the Old English inspiration was the most influential, eh?
What was the one thing that influenced you most in writing Choices Meant for Gods?
It's so difficult to narrow all my sources of inspiration down to the most influential one. There are elements of Chaucer (specifically the Troilus and Criseyde story), Bronte (particularly Jane Eyre), Old English, and Duran Duran in the fantasy novel. The one that probably had the biggest impact on me, without me realizing it until the novel was complete and in the publisher's hands, was Charlotte Bronte and her novel Jane Eyre. I choose that one because Amanda Chariss mimics the orphan Jane on a couple of levels, because Nigel mimics Edward Rochester on a couple of levels, because the Taiman estate mimics Thornfield Hall on some levels, because I feel the Yorkshire moors in the Freotho Mountains, because I feel Charlotte's heartbreak over her real-life professor in the character of Abigail Farrier. It's amazing to me that I didn't realize I was channeling these elements as I prepared an epic fantasy novel. Perhaps I missed it because there are so many other characters and so much more depth to the story than these few pieces I've just listed. Then I guess I'd have to say the Old English inspiration was the most influential, eh?
Why did you choose to write in that particular genre?
I have always enjoyed fantasy and it seemed perfectly natural to write about dragons and wizards and sorcerers. Besides, I had to write a fantasy novel because Amanda Chariss possesses the geasa...it's integral to the telling of her story.
Have you ever considered writing in other genres?
I have written in other genres. In fact, I have an online serial novel going right now that's a fusion fiction piece. It incorporates speculative fiction, which fantasy falls into, comedy, paranormal romance, and a little horror and thriller thrown in for good measure. It's called Saving a Vampire from the Summer Sunrise, so you can probably tell that it's done in a tongue-in-cheek fashion, but the audience seems pleased with it so far. People can join to read it (free) at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sandysvampiresunrise/join
Do you plan to write a sequel to Choices Meant for Gods?
The sequel, much to the relief of my readers so far, is already complete. I'm in the process of editing it so I can send it to my publisher, who has already asked me about it. No pressure. Book III is almost finished. I'm writing during a marketing whirlwind. But the best way to ensure the sequels see the light of day is for folks to support the first novel. They can get a copy at my publisher's site with a 25% discount at
http://www.archebooks.com/BookIDX/Indexes/Fantasy/CMG/CMGDesc.htm. Or they can get free shipping when they order a copy through Amazon at
http://www.amazon.com/Choices-Meant-Gods-Sandy-Lender/dp/1595071652/ref=dp_return_1/104-9089752-5140754?ie=UTF8&n=283155&s=books&qid=1175821346&sr=8-1 . Folks can also pick it up at their local book stores.
How long did it take you to write Choices Meant for Gods?
It's kind of strange to fix a time on this because I first met Chariss back in about 1982 or '83. I saw her standing on Lord Baine's balcony with her arms open, holding back the curtains, as if embracing the morning. I didn't realize at the time that I was viewing her through the bad guy's eyes. I was seeing her as Jamieson Drake saw her. Drake actually spoke to me before any of the other characters, and neither he nor I knew Chariss's name at that time. So I began meeting the characters and sketching out little ideas and little scenes years ago. It wasn't until 2000 that I sat down and started typing. I pounded out three chapters on the keyboard, printed them—double-spaced, of course—and took them with me to get the tires replaced on my car. Yeah, I had to sit at the mechanic's shop for this interminable block of time one Saturday, and I knew it, so I took the beginning of Choices Meant for Gods with me and just sat there writing like a fiend. They had to think I was crazy… I finished the first book—more than 270,000 words—in June 2003.
In addition to the word of the day, I post grammar guides, writers guides, and promotional guides. From time to time, I host authors on the site, like you're doing for me today, that give insight to visitors on writing, publishing, marketing, etc. During the last week of March, I hosted my artist Megan Kissinger for the whole week, and she offered some wonderful advice and information for art students.
Thank you Sandy for a great interview and answering my questions. We all look forward to reading your new book, Choices Meant for Gods
CHOICES MEANT FOR GODS
Sandy, Thank you for visiting my blog. I have a few questions about your new book.
Dee asks:
Tell us how you got started writing. Was it something you've always wanted to do?
Sandy answers:
Always. I think I was writing in the womb…
I got started writing because my great grandmother, to whom Choices Meant for Gods is dedicated, encouraged me. When I graduated from the cute little stories about mice picking berries and getting frightened by cats, I started writing books with chapters. But to do that, you need a table of contents. So I used to write books, starting with the TOC, where I very primly wrote in page numbers where I believed each chapter should begin.
What was the one thing that influenced you most in writing Choices Meant for Gods?
It's so difficult to narrow all my sources of inspiration down to the most influential one. There are elements of Chaucer (specifically the Troilus and Criseyde story), Bronte (particularly Jane Eyre), Old English, and Duran Duran in the fantasy novel. The one that probably had the biggest impact on me, without me realizing it until the novel was complete and in the publisher's hands, was Charlotte Bronte and her novel Jane Eyre. I choose that one because Amanda Chariss mimics the orphan Jane on a couple of levels, because Nigel mimics Edward Rochester on a couple of levels, because the Taiman estate mimics Thornfield Hall on some levels, because I feel the Yorkshire moors in the Freotho Mountains, because I feel Charlotte's heartbreak over her real-life professor in the character of Abigail Farrier. It's amazing to me that I didn't realize I was channeling these elements as I prepared an epic fantasy novel. Perhaps I missed it because there are so many other characters and so much more depth to the story than these few pieces I've just listed. Then I guess I'd have to say the Old English inspiration was the most influential, eh?
What was the one thing that influenced you most in writing Choices Meant for Gods?
It's so difficult to narrow all my sources of inspiration down to the most influential one. There are elements of Chaucer (specifically the Troilus and Criseyde story), Bronte (particularly Jane Eyre), Old English, and Duran Duran in the fantasy novel. The one that probably had the biggest impact on me, without me realizing it until the novel was complete and in the publisher's hands, was Charlotte Bronte and her novel Jane Eyre. I choose that one because Amanda Chariss mimics the orphan Jane on a couple of levels, because Nigel mimics Edward Rochester on a couple of levels, because the Taiman estate mimics Thornfield Hall on some levels, because I feel the Yorkshire moors in the Freotho Mountains, because I feel Charlotte's heartbreak over her real-life professor in the character of Abigail Farrier. It's amazing to me that I didn't realize I was channeling these elements as I prepared an epic fantasy novel. Perhaps I missed it because there are so many other characters and so much more depth to the story than these few pieces I've just listed. Then I guess I'd have to say the Old English inspiration was the most influential, eh?
Why did you choose to write in that particular genre?
I have always enjoyed fantasy and it seemed perfectly natural to write about dragons and wizards and sorcerers. Besides, I had to write a fantasy novel because Amanda Chariss possesses the geasa...it's integral to the telling of her story.
Have you ever considered writing in other genres?
I have written in other genres. In fact, I have an online serial novel going right now that's a fusion fiction piece. It incorporates speculative fiction, which fantasy falls into, comedy, paranormal romance, and a little horror and thriller thrown in for good measure. It's called Saving a Vampire from the Summer Sunrise, so you can probably tell that it's done in a tongue-in-cheek fashion, but the audience seems pleased with it so far. People can join to read it (free) at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sandysvampiresunrise/join
Do you plan to write a sequel to Choices Meant for Gods?
The sequel, much to the relief of my readers so far, is already complete. I'm in the process of editing it so I can send it to my publisher, who has already asked me about it. No pressure. Book III is almost finished. I'm writing during a marketing whirlwind. But the best way to ensure the sequels see the light of day is for folks to support the first novel. They can get a copy at my publisher's site with a 25% discount at
http://www.archebooks.com/BookIDX/Indexes/Fantasy/CMG/CMGDesc.htm. Or they can get free shipping when they order a copy through Amazon at
http://www.amazon.com/Choices-Meant-Gods-Sandy-Lender/dp/1595071652/ref=dp_return_1/104-9089752-5140754?ie=UTF8&n=283155&s=books&qid=1175821346&sr=8-1 . Folks can also pick it up at their local book stores.
How long did it take you to write Choices Meant for Gods?
It's kind of strange to fix a time on this because I first met Chariss back in about 1982 or '83. I saw her standing on Lord Baine's balcony with her arms open, holding back the curtains, as if embracing the morning. I didn't realize at the time that I was viewing her through the bad guy's eyes. I was seeing her as Jamieson Drake saw her. Drake actually spoke to me before any of the other characters, and neither he nor I knew Chariss's name at that time. So I began meeting the characters and sketching out little ideas and little scenes years ago. It wasn't until 2000 that I sat down and started typing. I pounded out three chapters on the keyboard, printed them—double-spaced, of course—and took them with me to get the tires replaced on my car. Yeah, I had to sit at the mechanic's shop for this interminable block of time one Saturday, and I knew it, so I took the beginning of Choices Meant for Gods with me and just sat there writing like a fiend. They had to think I was crazy… I finished the first book—more than 270,000 words—in June 2003.
In addition to the word of the day, I post grammar guides, writers guides, and promotional guides. From time to time, I host authors on the site, like you're doing for me today, that give insight to visitors on writing, publishing, marketing, etc. During the last week of March, I hosted my artist Megan Kissinger for the whole week, and she offered some wonderful advice and information for art students.
Thank you Sandy for a great interview and answering my questions. We all look forward to reading your new book, Choices Meant for Gods
Friday, May 25, 2007
Choices Meant for Gods
I Will be interviewing Sandy on Monday 28th. Below is a snipet about her new book.
Synopsis of Choices Meant for Gods
Not even the gods noticed when Chariss was born with the mark of The Protector. Now she and her wizard guardian seek shelter from a mad sorcerer in a household not just full of secrets and false hope, but watched by the god who will unwittingly reveal her role in an impending war.
When an orphan sets aside a lifetime of running and fear to accept the responsibilities of guarding an arrogant deity, can she face the trials in the prophecies she uncovers? And will Nigel Taiman of her latest refuge dare to use his dragon heritage to bind her to his estate or to help her in her duty?
Choices Meant for Gods is the story of a young lady who's been on the run from a madman all her life. When she finally chooses to stand and fight, she discovers she's wrapped in centuries of prophecy that demand she protect the very gods themselves. The epic fantasy novel is now available from ArcheBooks Publishing at http://www.archebooks.com/BookIDX/Indexes/Fantasy/CMG/CMGDesc.htm. You can get information about the novel as well as grammar and writing tips from author Sandy Lender at her main blog at www.todaythedragonwins.blogspot.com.
The cast:Amanda Chariss, her wizard Hrazon of Mon'dore, Nigel Taiman, Kora Rothahn Taiman, The Master Rothahn, Mia the lesser goddess, Sergeant Brendan Naegling, Lord Jamieson Drake, The Dragon Julette…and more…
Synopsis of Choices Meant for Gods
Not even the gods noticed when Chariss was born with the mark of The Protector. Now she and her wizard guardian seek shelter from a mad sorcerer in a household not just full of secrets and false hope, but watched by the god who will unwittingly reveal her role in an impending war.
When an orphan sets aside a lifetime of running and fear to accept the responsibilities of guarding an arrogant deity, can she face the trials in the prophecies she uncovers? And will Nigel Taiman of her latest refuge dare to use his dragon heritage to bind her to his estate or to help her in her duty?
Choices Meant for Gods is the story of a young lady who's been on the run from a madman all her life. When she finally chooses to stand and fight, she discovers she's wrapped in centuries of prophecy that demand she protect the very gods themselves. The epic fantasy novel is now available from ArcheBooks Publishing at http://www.archebooks.com/BookIDX/Indexes/Fantasy/CMG/CMGDesc.htm. You can get information about the novel as well as grammar and writing tips from author Sandy Lender at her main blog at www.todaythedragonwins.blogspot.com.
The cast:Amanda Chariss, her wizard Hrazon of Mon'dore, Nigel Taiman, Kora Rothahn Taiman, The Master Rothahn, Mia the lesser goddess, Sergeant Brendan Naegling, Lord Jamieson Drake, The Dragon Julette…and more…
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Choices Meant for Gods
Look out for my book tour for Sandy Lender's new book Choices Meant for Gods on May 28th.
Here is a little information to bring on back on May 28th
Welcome A Dragon to the Blog!
New fantasy author Sandy Lender breaks onto the writing scene with a high epic fantasy novel titled Choices Meant for Gods. She began writing stories as soon as she learned to string words together on the page. As a child, Sandy entertained the folks in her great grandmother’s apartment building in Southern Illinois with tales of squeaky spiders and mice picking berries, and then won awards with writing projects as she moved through the elementary and high school systems in the St. Louis area. It was apparent that a career in journalism was her calling, and she found herself proofreading, editing, and (finally) writing for trade publications after she graduated from Truman State University in Missouri. Now she writes in Southwest Florida where her love of sea turtles and all things related to the Gulf waters keeps her imagination growing.
Sandy’s fantasy novel Choices Meant for Gods is now available from ArcheBooks Publishing at http://www.archebooks.com/BookIDX/Indexes/Fantasy/CMG/CMGDesc.htm. You can get information about grammar and writing from her main blog at www.todaythedragonwins.blogspot.com. And visitors to can interact with Sandy Lender because I’ve had the foresight to invite her to stop by during her online book tour. It promises to be an intriguing interview, and Sandy promises to respond to visitors’ comments and questions, so be sure you mark your calendars to be back here for the antics.
Choices Meant for Gods from http://www.archebooks.com/BookIDX/Indexes/Fantasy/CMG/CMGDesc.htm is the story of Amanda Chariss, a young lady who’s been on the run from a madman all her life. When Chariss finally chooses to stand and fight, she discovers she’s wrapped in centuries of prophecy that demand she protect the very gods of her society.
You see, none of the gods noticed when Chariss was born with the mark of The Protector. Now the story picks up when she and her wizard guardian seek shelter from a mad sorcerer in a household not just full of secrets and false hope, but watched by the god who will unwittingly reveal her role in an impending war.
When an orphan sets aside a lifetime of running and fear to accept the responsibilities of guarding an arrogant deity, can she face the trials in the prophecies she uncovers? And will Nigel Taiman of her latest refuge dare to use his dragon heritage to bind her to his estate or to help her in her duty?
The novel is written in the style of J.R.R. Tolkien, a gentler Terry Goodkind, and a more mature David Eddings all rolled into one. Basically, if you’re a J.K. Rowling or Harry Potter fan, you’ll find something in the sorcery driven Choices Meant for Gods that lights your fancy as well—plus dragons.
Suggested Tags: fantasy author, Choices Meant for Gods, Sandy Lender, J.R.R. Tolkien, Terry Goodkind, J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter, sorcery, dragons, epic fantasy
Here is a little information to bring on back on May 28th
Welcome A Dragon to the Blog!
New fantasy author Sandy Lender breaks onto the writing scene with a high epic fantasy novel titled Choices Meant for Gods. She began writing stories as soon as she learned to string words together on the page. As a child, Sandy entertained the folks in her great grandmother’s apartment building in Southern Illinois with tales of squeaky spiders and mice picking berries, and then won awards with writing projects as she moved through the elementary and high school systems in the St. Louis area. It was apparent that a career in journalism was her calling, and she found herself proofreading, editing, and (finally) writing for trade publications after she graduated from Truman State University in Missouri. Now she writes in Southwest Florida where her love of sea turtles and all things related to the Gulf waters keeps her imagination growing.
Sandy’s fantasy novel Choices Meant for Gods is now available from ArcheBooks Publishing at http://www.archebooks.com/BookIDX/Indexes/Fantasy/CMG/CMGDesc.htm. You can get information about grammar and writing from her main blog at www.todaythedragonwins.blogspot.com. And visitors to
Choices Meant for Gods from http://www.archebooks.com/BookIDX/Indexes/Fantasy/CMG/CMGDesc.htm is the story of Amanda Chariss, a young lady who’s been on the run from a madman all her life. When Chariss finally chooses to stand and fight, she discovers she’s wrapped in centuries of prophecy that demand she protect the very gods of her society.
You see, none of the gods noticed when Chariss was born with the mark of The Protector. Now the story picks up when she and her wizard guardian seek shelter from a mad sorcerer in a household not just full of secrets and false hope, but watched by the god who will unwittingly reveal her role in an impending war.
When an orphan sets aside a lifetime of running and fear to accept the responsibilities of guarding an arrogant deity, can she face the trials in the prophecies she uncovers? And will Nigel Taiman of her latest refuge dare to use his dragon heritage to bind her to his estate or to help her in her duty?
The novel is written in the style of J.R.R. Tolkien, a gentler Terry Goodkind, and a more mature David Eddings all rolled into one. Basically, if you’re a J.K. Rowling or Harry Potter fan, you’ll find something in the sorcery driven Choices Meant for Gods that lights your fancy as well—plus dragons.
Suggested Tags: fantasy author, Choices Meant for Gods, Sandy Lender, J.R.R. Tolkien, Terry Goodkind, J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter, sorcery, dragons, epic fantasy
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