For the first time EVER I've got a book release AND and interview for you! You'll love this book and you'll love this author. I do, but I'm a little biased as I knew her and loved her before she was writing!! Also, please return tomorrow for a giveaway and chance to win her books!!
Title: Mine to Spell (Mine #2)
Author: Janeal Falor
Publish Date: May 5, 2014
Genre: YA Fantasy
Summary:
Cynthia has always hidden from her father’s hexes behind her older sister. When her family gains independence unheard of for women, she’s relieved that her days of harsh punishments are over. But as her seventeenth birthday approaches—the typical age to be sold to a new master—death threats endanger her sisters. She now faces two options: run or meet society’s expectations.
For once, Cynthia isn’t going to let her older sister shield her from the problem. She’s going to prove to herself, her sisters, and society that her family isn’t a threat to their traditions. She willingly chooses to be purchased by a new master. A bold step that takes her somewhere she never thought she would go and to a man she might possibly fall in love with. With his help, she may just find a way to save her sisters while discovering how to stand up for herself. If she lives long enough.
Cynthia has always hidden from her father’s hexes behind her older sister. When her family gains independence unheard of for women, she’s relieved that her days of harsh punishments are over. But as her seventeenth birthday approaches—the typical age to be sold to a new master—death threats endanger her sisters. She now faces two options: run or meet society’s expectations.
For once, Cynthia isn’t going to let her older sister shield her from the problem. She’s going to prove to herself, her sisters, and society that her family isn’t a threat to their traditions. She willingly chooses to be purchased by a new master. A bold step that takes her somewhere she never thought she would go and to a man she might possibly fall in love with. With his help, she may just find a way to save her sisters while discovering how to stand up for herself. If she lives long enough.
And now, for the fun...my interview with Janeal:
Author Spotlight Interview Questions
1. Quickly, give us the title and genre of your book and a 30-word or less tagline:
Mine to Spell is a YA Fantasy. 1. Quickly, give us the title and genre of your book and a 30-word or less tagline:
To save her sister, Cynthia chooses the one thing she despises most: a new master.
2. Who is your intended audience and why should they read your book?
It is geared toward teenagers, but really anyone who enjoys fantasy will find something they like about it. They should read it because of the unique world, that while brutal, comes to life as Cynthia fights against the chains society's placed on her. A good mix of fantasy and relationships with a love story that isn't the main focus of the story but has a lot to add.
3. How did you come up with the title of your book or series?
The title of the book just came naturally as I wrote it. The phrase popped out so I liked it and used it. The series, I used the similar 'mine' word in each of them to connect the whole thing together.
4. Tell us a little bit about your cover art. Who designed it? Why did you go with that particular image/artwork?
I designed it myself. I had struggled a lot finding an image I wanted and even tried hiring a cover artist at one point but nothing was quite working out. Then I stumbled across two images that I loved and couldn't decide on. They both fit the book and Cynthia so well, I was torn. So I put it up for a vote for readers to pick their favorite. The final cover image was their choice and really draws on the emotions Cynthia feels in the book.
5. Who is your favorite character from your book and why?
In Mine to Spell, Lukas is my favorite. He's just awesome. I loved writing his character, getting to know him, and seeing how he interacts with Cynthia. Lukas = *happy sigh*
6. How about your least favorite character? What makes them less appealing to you?
I absolutely despise the Grand Chancellor. Of course he's vital to the story, but he's vicious and cunning and will do anything to get what he wants no matter the cost. Dude needs to learn how to draw the line somewhere and find some better values. Or, you know, get knocked upside the head.
7. If you could change ONE thing about your novel, what would it be? Why?
Probably to have better descriptions. While I don't like to bog down the world with descriptions, having enough of them is one of my weaknesses. I keep working on it and hopefully one day I'll get it figured out.
8. Give us an interesting fun fact or a few about your book or series:
Writing Serena's character made me learn to love wearing skirts in the summer time.
Writing Cynthia's character made me decide to cut my own hair, something I've always wanted to do.
9. What other books are similar to your own? What makes them alike?
I've heard it described as a mix of Defiance by C. J. Redwine and The Handmaid's Tale By Marget Atwood. I believe this is because it has a fantasy/dystopian world where men rule over women.
10. Do you have any unique talents or hobbies?
I love fencing! It is the ultimate way to not only get exercise but to have a blast. Nothing like stabbing people and being stabbed back, though I try to avoid the second and excel at the first.
11. How can we contact you or find out more about your books?
I love to hear from readers by email at janealfalor@gmail.com and it's totally fine to call me Janeal. Mrs./Ms. Falor is still really bizarre to me.
Also, you can always find out more about my books on my website, janealfalor.com. There is new stuff posted whenever relevant, plus there is a section on their I keep updated about what manuscripts I'm currently working on.
12. What can we expect from you in the future?
I'm working on the last two books in the Mine series. I'm also about half way ready to publish a YA Epic Fantasy/Utopia mashup duology that I'm super excited about. Other than that, I have so many ideas, we'll have to see what calls to me when I finish my current projects, but I expect there will be many more books to come.
13. What can readers who enjoy your book do to help make it successful?
Oooh, great question!
The #1 thing you can do is tell people about it. Hear a book is good from a friend is HUGE. Another majorly helpful thing is leaving reviews where you purchased the book (like Amazon, B&N, Apple, ect.), Goodreads and/or other review site.
It also helps to talk about my book online, whether that means on your personal website, facebook, twitter, voting in polls or starting converstantions about it on Goodreads. Bascially, anything you can to to let people in real life and on line know how you feel about my book, or any author's book you enjoy, makes a big difference. Plus, every time you do one of these thing, you get cool points which you can turn in for high fives any time you see me.
The #1 thing you can do is tell people about it. Hear a book is good from a friend is HUGE. Another majorly helpful thing is leaving reviews where you purchased the book (like Amazon, B&N, Apple, ect.), Goodreads and/or other review site.
It also helps to talk about my book online, whether that means on your personal website, facebook, twitter, voting in polls or starting converstantions about it on Goodreads. Bascially, anything you can to to let people in real life and on line know how you feel about my book, or any author's book you enjoy, makes a big difference. Plus, every time you do one of these thing, you get cool points which you can turn in for high fives any time you see me.
14. Do you have any tips for readers or advice for other writers trying to get published?
Work hard and believe in yourself. It takes a lot of time, research, commitment, and countless other things to be successful in the ever changing publishing market. Despite the hard work involved, it's definitely worth it. If you set your mind to it, you can make it happen.
15. Is there anything else you’d like to say?
How about a little hint for Mine to Spell? There is a character who was in You Are Mine that doesn't play a part in Mine to Spell until the end. But when he/she does, let's just say Cynthia is not a happy camper.
16. And now, before you go, how about a snippet from your book that is meant to intrigue and tantalize us:
The moment her pen lifts from the document, the warlock who is now my owner whips the paper in front of him, scans it, and stares right at me, a hungry grin on his face. The change is so sudden and jarring, there’s no time to fake anything. My pure shock must be showing.
I hurry to exchange the surprise from my expression for something more pleasant. Despite the itch to, I don’t move or fuss under his stare, yet neither do I look down like I should. Might as well start my new ownership off with the expectation of defiance, even if I’m pleasant about it. It doesn’t seem to bother him, though. Another good sign?
He stands and heads for the door. “Come.”
Is he speaking to me?
“Would you like us to join you somewhere?” Serena’s voice sounds as confused as I feel.
He whirls around and sneers at her. “Not you. I’ve no further use for you, wench. I was speaking to my property.”
What have I done?
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MINE TO SPELL
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MINE TO TARNISH
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MINE TO SPELL
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MINE TO TARNISH
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