Welcome to another speculative interview at Marcher Lord Press. Today we have debut author Angie Brashear with us. 1) Tell us a little about your books. I write fantasy with a strong thread of romance. My debut novel, previously titled Never Let Go, is currently undergoing some unexpected but exciting changes – a new title and cover, as well as a possible new release date. Ultimately, my goal is to reach young adult females much like the lost, lonely girl I once was. As a nonbeliever for the majority of my life, I enjoyed reading speculative fiction and it was …
A Name Change for Marcher Lord Press?
Greeting earthlings. We bring you tidings of peace…. After considerable thought and talking with some people who’s opinion I trust, I am on the verge of creating a new name, a new imprint, for our books. In case you are wondering I have talked with Jeff Gerke, the founder of Marcher Lord Press, and he agrees it is a good idea. If you can weigh in, please answer the following survey and give your opinion on some choices: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TQS9K9W The survey will take only a minute or two. There are a couple factors that have gone into this conversation: The initials MLP …
Spec-Fic Subgenres: Space Opera & Hard Sci-Fi
I’ll admit, when it comes to speculative fiction, I lean much stronger toward the fantasy side of things so today’s post, dealing with some deep sci-fi subgenres, was fun to write — almost like discovering a new world. We’re tackling space opera and hard science fiction. Both of these subgenres fall under science fiction. I’ve met many readers and authors who say the subgenres are getting too specific, but I’m delving into a few of them anyway. 😉 Space Opera We’ve all heard the term soap opera. Well, space opera is a play on words, but I can guarantee you’ll enjoy space opera more than a …
Interview with James Scott Bell
Hi everyone! Today we have James Scott Bell with us. James Scott Bell is an award winning and bestselling author of a variety of books including historical fiction, suspense, and speculative, as well as books on the craft of writing. I could say more, but he already did in the questions below, so let’s get started with this interview! 1) Tell us a little about yourself and how you became a writer. I am a native of Los Angeles, third generation. I grew up here and I love it––when I can get through the traffic. But we now have a …
March Speculative News
Here is the news from around the net for the month of March: ~Melissa Turner Lee revealed the cover for her next novel, a time travel story with a romantic twist. Click to see the cover for Forever Layla and enter the giveaway for an advance copy! ~Jill Williamson has released another novella in her Mission League series: Ambushed. ~The 2014 Clive Staples finalist for Christian speculative fiction vote is going right now. In order to vote, you must have read at least two of the books nominated. To find out more or to vote, click here: Clive Staples Award. …
Spec-Fic Subgenres: Dystopia & Utopia
Speculative fiction is just a giant door leading to a hundred tiny doors called subgenres. Anyone writing spec-fic probably knows what his or her subgenre is. Mine is dystopian. What’s yours? Steampunk? Technothriller? Paranormal? Time Travel? I wrote in the speculative fiction genre long before I actually knew what any of the subgenres were. So, I thought it appropriate to do a blog series breaking down one or two subgenres a month for the good of all those who love (or don’t yet know that they love) speculative fiction. Let’s jump right in, shall we? There are three agreed-upon main …
Interview with Just B. Jordan
Today we are interviewing Just B. Jordan. Just B. Jordan is the author of Never to Live, the latest release at Marcher Lord Press. Now, onto the interview! Q: What are some of the strongest influences on your writing? Novel wise I would say Ted Dekker and maybe Frank Peretti. I never intended it, but my style ended up being a little different and a little dark, kind of like some of their works. I have been told by several people that my writing almost feels like certain kinds of anime (the good kinds. As with everything, there are a …
February Speculative News
The last Friday of every month MLP will be posting news and links so you can see what your favorite authors are up to. Here is February’s news: ~Fantasy author Morgan L. Busse is a participant in the Leap into Books Blog Hop, a 150+author hop with lots of giveaways. Head on over to her site to find out more and enter for a chance to win a $10 Amazon gift card. ~Nadine Brandes, newest author to join the MLP ranks, is currently blogging about her journey through her first set of edits and what it’s like on this side …
Echoes of God
One of my favorite perks about reading and writing science fiction and fantasy is with every new story, I get to discover and explore whole new worlds. And with every new world I encounter through a book, movie, or game, I get to encounter a new echo of God. I believe as beings created in the image of God, it’s only natural for echoes of our Creator to resonate through the worlds we build, whether we try to do so intentionally or whether there’re just clues and themes left behind allowing readers to find an echo that resonates for them. …