Hello everyone!
Today I have the huge honor to introduce you to J. A. Saare, she's a new author to me but you might have read some of her short stories before. She nicely accepted my invitation in honor of Dead, Undead or Something in Between, released on February 7th, 2010.
Would you like to introduce us to your first novel, Dead, Undead or Somewhere in Between ?
Sure thing! Dead, Undead, or Somewhere in between is an urban fantasy novel situated in New York. It’s told through the voice of Rhiannon, a bartender and necromancer who is trying to escape a tortured past.
A chance meeting as she was hustling some nine-ball ousted her from the necromancer closet, and now, she’s facing the music with the one thing that creeps her out the most – vampires. Forced to assist them in the search of their “twice-dead” brethren; she begins sticking her nose in places it doesn’t belong. As she advances deeper into their community, she learns more about her abilities, what she’s capable of, and most importantly, she is forced to face the demons of her past.
If you had to pick a song to describe your main characters, what would it be?
Oh man *grin* there is no one song that could adequately do so. They are so different. Rhiannon is the balls, Disco is the class, and Goose is the brains. Somehow, I don’t see The Breakfast Club theme working out for them.
What do you think makes your book unique among all the UF books?
That’s a tough question, because UF is so popular and there is a vast variety of material out there, some of which I’ll confess I’ve not had the opportunity to read.
Considering the source material, the most notable difference would probably be my voice. When I started writing, I detested it, and wished I could write more mainstream. However, I soon learned that it’s just a part of the deal. You think a certain way and, as a consequence, write a certain way.
Are you working on any other projects right now?
I’m sighing as I answer, because the answer is always yes. I have multiple projects going on right now, none of which are anywhere near completion. As it stands I am penning The Renfield Syndrome (follow-up to Dead), Dark Hunger on a Killing Moon (follow-up to my Desires of the Otherworld story, Eternity and a Day, written under the Aline Hunter pen which will release with Loose Id this summer), and my new erotic paranormal romance, Omega Mine.
There are other stories I’m creating as well, including a new UF entitled The Company of Wolves, which I plan to wrap up by the end of the year. ;)
Now let's learn more about you =)
What profession did you dream about when you were younger?
Anything involving horses. I loved them. I used to dream about being a jockey of some kind, riding to victory lane atop a huge, black steed. A few years later it was a veterinarian, but when I learned about euthanasia, I decided that wouldn’t work either.
It wasn’t until I hit my teens that I decided becoming a teacher would be something I’d enjoy. I love kids, and the idea of surrounding myself with them was something that appealed to me greatly. It’s true what they say – they keep you younger.
I know you like horror movies, which one is your favorite?
Such a difficult question! And the answer always changes. Today, I’m in vampy mood, so I’ll go with Fright Night featuring Chris Sarandon, William Ragsdale, and Roddy McDowell. That is one of the sexiest vampire movies ever made, aside from the cult classic, To Sleep With A Vampire. Lordie me, who knew Scott Valentine was so hot!
What's your favorite book ever?
East of Eden by John Steinbeck. I get weird reactions when I tell people that sometimes, but it’s true. There is something so powerful about that book; the voice, the characters…just can’t shake it.
I know it's a bit morbid, but always so interesting! If you could chose your gravemark, what would it say?
The poem I saw in one of the old graveyards on a rundown back road made such an impression on me. I was only sixteen at the time, but I never forgot it. I’d probably like to have it on my tomb. It’s called Do Not Stand At My Grave And Weep by Mary Elizabeth Frye.
Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.
The most silly thing you ever did?
I wouldn’t call it silly, but once I was dared to get my tongue pierced by my boss (I worked in the best video store ever – a cross of mainstream videos and “adult” entertainment – and he was the bomb). My sister came in showing off her new tongue piercing, and he bet me I wouldn’t go right then (while on the clock) to the tattoo studio to get it done.
I held out my hand, took the cash (it was forty bucks I believe) and went straight away. After my tongue had a nifty little barbell, I returned to work and finished out the shift. I was such a rebel back then. ;)
Thanks for having me on the blog! ;-) It’s great to share with everyone and say hello!
Thank you very much Jaime for playing along! It was great to get to know you =)
Now on to the giveaway, Jaime generously offered an e-copy of her erotic short story,
A Kiss Before Dying.
Here's what you gotta do to enter:
You MUST be 18+ of age.
You MUST be a follower.
and
You MUST fill the form below.
easy enough? *grins*
Giveaway ends March 20th, 2010.
Internationnal!
