Sunday, April 13, 2008

Interview with Rae Lindley ** CONTEST **


** Contest **
CA: Rae Lindley is an author that I just adore, her novel Cimmerian City was one of my favorities that I have reviewed for her. She knows that I love that book and she has offered to giveaway a signed copy to one lucky poster! So leave Rae a comment or question and she or I will choose a winner Sunday evening or Monday morning, don’t forget to leave an email address so that we can contact you. If you don’t respond within 5 days we’ll have to do a redraw so make sure to check your emails :)! Thanks so much Rae!!

Author Pen Name: Rae Lindley


CA: What genre(s) do you write? Why do you write the stories that you write?

RL: I write in the romance, suspense and speculative genres. I grew up really loving futuristic and out of this world stories and in a way that’s never left me, even in contemporary stories. I love to explore the what if’s and if I can add an extra flavor by crossing genres, even better!
CA: When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?

RL: I was ten years old and I saw this contest in the Disney Adventures magazine. I think it was around October so they wanted it to have a scary theme. I wrote a story based on my inspiration of Twin Peaks (which was pretty big at the time) and needless to say it was pretty horrid *laughs*. I stopped writing for awhile but stories still floated around in my head. I wanted to be a director because of my innate need to tell stories and eventually I started writing screenplays with the goal to make them into movies one day. Soon screenplays turned into poems which turned into stories and so on.

CA: Who or what was your inspiration for writing?

RL: I’d say movies definitely. When I was growing up movies were very imaginative. (Wow, I sound like my father saying that!) And they offered such breathtaking visuals and taut storytelling. I wanted to recreate that with my stories and so I put pen to paper and started honing my craft.

CA: What is your work schedule like when you're writing?

RL: It’s usually pretty crazy. I hole myself up with some music or movies and just start editing from day to night. I take breaks here and there of course to keep my energy up and to get some exercise in so I won’t crash. But it’s usually me and a cup of coffee or tea while I finish up my current work-in-progress.
CA: Your book is about to be sent into the reader world, what is one word that describes how you feel?
RL: Scared. Haha. Actually it’s pretty exciting. I’m usually working on things at the time so I don’t have much time to process it until right before it happens. But I’m always excited when people tell me they’ve read my work and have enjoyed it. It just fuels my energy to keep writing more stories for them to enjoy.
CA: What do you like to do when you're not writing?

RL: Not writing? Never!

Seriously ;-).

I love to relax with my family and watch movies. Most of all I love to read and lose myself in a great book. I’ve been fortunate to get my hands on some really great books and authors lately.

CA: How many books have you written? Which is your favorite?

RL: Hmm I’d say at this time I’ve written 3 books (1 that is published), 2 novellas (coming soon) and 6 short stories. I’d have to say the second book to Cimmerian City is my favorite. Simply because there’s so much that I threw at my character Raven Blackheart that was hard to write but definitely showed her strength through it all. I think it’s the darkest thing I’ve written so far.

CA: Do you tend to base your characters on real people or are they totally from your imagination?
RL: Definitely from my imagination. It’d be weird for me to write based on real people simply because the two don’t exist in the same plane. Plus it’d freak me out too much!

CA: How can a reader contact you or purchase your books?

Come on down to my website at www.raelori.com and check out my books and artwork as well. You can always reach me Rachel@raelori.com as I love to hear from my readers. I also have a mailing list on my website to keep you updated of all the goodies going on with me. And of course my blog which is more updated with what I’m reading, other authors I’m spotlighting and current contests I’m offering. http://raelori.blogspot.com

Thanks so much to Crystal for having me on the site!


CA: Thank you Rae for visiting, so what is next on your to write list? A sequel to Cimmerian City?

9 comments:

Anonymous said...

Great interview, Rae. Nice sharing space with you this week. As always Crystal, a superb job.

Desirée Lee said...

I enjoy the combination of speculative/futuristic and romance. It gives hope that the future will be full of desire for one another.

Carpe Noctem,
Des

Putting the Romance Back in Necromancy
http://www.desireelee.com
des@desireelee.com

Anonymous said...

Hi Alan and Desiree thanks for dropping in! Rae's books are really good! I have read Cimmerian City and loved it!

Unknown said...

Great interview, Rae's books sound really interesting. I have never read any of her books. I do enjoy a good futruistic romance books.

Asylumgirl said...

Interesting interview, but I'm curious, what do you consider speculative genres?

Stacia said...

Great interview. This book has been on my gotta have list for awhile now. Can't wait to finally obtain my copy because it looks like it's gonna be a great read.

C. L. Freire said...

See, this is why I love author interviews, Crystal. I love authors. I think they are easily the most interesting people to talk to. I love seeing how they work. Bravo on another great interview on what is categorically a fascinating author:)

StevenGilby said...

hm. i had to make a google account so i wouldnt show up an anonymous like last time lol
what do you have to do for the contest? just comment or ask questions? hmmmmmm...i read the interview. i like basing my characters off real people =P its nice to see a familiar face in my mind when i'm lost in my own little world.
soooo....HI! =D lol

Unknown said...

Thanks Crystal for having Rae here, and of course to Rae for being here! Rae's books sound really captivating. I'm going to check out her blog also now. :)