Interview with Alexandra Ivy

Books-n-Kisses is pleased to welcome back Alexandra Ivy to the blog to chat about her newest book “Darkness Avenged “

Alex, can you please share with us a little about yourself

I actually came to writing from my love for theatre.  I’ve always been a huge reader, but when I was younger I hoped to work on stage.  After taking a playwriting class I realized I actually preferred to create my own characters rather than mimicking someone else’s.  I worked on a play (that I would still love to finish), but my heart has always belonged to romance, so I swiftly turned my efforts to novels.

On a more personal note, I’ve been married to my college sweetheart for 27 years (yikes that makes me feel old) and I have two sons who I’m gently trying to push from the nest J

Are you a plotter or a punster or combo of both? And you explain the difference?

Both.  I used to be a panster with only a vague outline of where I wanted to go, but since I’ve started writing an ongoing series I have to be much more detailed in my plotting.  I have an overarching story that threads through the series so it takes a continual plotting to keep it all straight J

What is your most interesting writing quirk?

I write all my stories in play format…which means I write out the dialogue and then go back in a fill in the story.  That way I can make sure that it’s the characters who are the primary focus of the book instead of becoming lost in the plot!

Can you please tell us about your latest book(s)? 

I actually introduced the hero, Santiago, several books ago.  He was a secondary character, but I had so many lovely readers contact me to say that they wanted him to have his own story, I knew I had to find a way to write his book.   The book begins the demon world celebrates the defeat of the Dark Lord.  Santiago’s mood remains bleak. He still yearns for sensual, raven-haired Nefri, who has inexplicably disappeared. But brooding for Nefri is a luxury Santiago does not have. His traitorous sire, Gaius, is unleashing a violent scourge upon the mortal world, and Santiago must stop him before it’s too late. . .

How did you come with the idea for this story?

I’ve wanted to put Santiago in a story for a long time, but I hadn’t really decided on who I wanted to pair him with.  It wasn’t until Kensington released my earlier trilogy IMMORTAL ROGUES that I realized I could combine the two series by using Nefri.  She’s cool, powerful, and mysterious.  A perfect match for my hot, passionate Santiago.

Can you share with us your current work(s) in progress?

Predatory, will be released the first of May. This is a short introduction to my new series, The Sentinels.  The series will revolve around people who are ‘gifted’ with special abilities and the warriors who protect them.   Next up is Duncan O’Conner’s story.  He’s a hardnosed police detective who requests the services of Callie Brown, a high-blood necromancer, when a young woman is found murdered in her kitchen.  Callie’s skill allows her to view the last memories of the dead before the soul leaves the body.  Most cops consider it a gruesome talent, but Duncan isn’t so squeamish.  Callie has managed to solve a dozen murders over the past five years .   Besides, he can’t deny a fascination with the beautiful high-blood.  She stirs a passion in him that threatens to consume them both.

Who is the one author that you would love to meet someday and why?

Neil Simon.  My first love is always theatre and I think he will be considered one of our finest playwrights of our centuries.

What is the best piece of advice you would give to someone that wants to get into writing?

Never stop writing.

Can you share with us something off your bucket list.

I would love to travel to Australia.

What is in your To Read Pile that you are dying to start or upcoming release you can’t wait for?

I can’t wait for the next George RR Martin book (Game of Thrones)

What is one book everyone should read before they die?

Pride and Prejudice J

What is your favorite time of year & why?

Spring.  I hate winter so when spring starts to show up I feel like a dark cloud has been lifted!

Who is your Celebrity crush?  And what would you do if you ever meet them?

Johnny Depp.  I love the fact that he doesn’t like to play the traditional hero and isn’t afraid to be silly.   I hate people who take themselves too seriously.  I’m not sure what I would do…probably turn into a fan girl J

Is there anything else you would like to add?

I just want to thank Kelly for inviting me and give a huge shout-out to my fabulous readers!!  The Guardians of Eternity continue because of you!!!

Here is a look at the Guardians of Eternity series.  You can order Alexandra’s books here

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TOUR GIVEAWAY DETAILS:
Alexandra is giving away the following prizes on her tour:

GRAND PRIZE:
1 – $50.00 Gift card to Amazon

RUNNERS-UP:
2 – winner will receive a $10.00 Gift card to Amazon or B&N (winners choice)

OPEN TO INTERNATIONAL READERS AS WELL. (International winner will get Amazon gift card)

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