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About the Author:
Interview - with Tania Elizabeth author of The
Tier of Eternal Grace, Book One ‘The Moon Clearing’
Where were you born and where do you call home?
I was born in a small mining town in
Queensland, Australia, called Dysart. I now call home, the Gold Coast, on the
east coast of Australia.
Tell us about something that has just happened or is about to
happen in your life that you would like to share.
I recently registered the Body of Heart Foundation. This will be a charity basis that will support many other charity
foundations through auctions, balls, etc. To give back to the world is what
brings myself so much joy and a feeling of genuine fulfillment.
What is the name of your most recent book and if you had to sum
it up in 30 or less words, what would you say?
Book One of The Tier of Eternal
Grace, The Moon Clearing, is an immersive tale of mysticism and adventure, of
spiritual and sensual intent that shall enrapture your every sense.
If you gave one of your characters an opportunity to speak for
themselves, what would they say?
Tatiana Grace, the Queen of Eterna
Fadas. Her words always of love and positive affirmation. “Love is thy grace,
as it is yours, it is the magic of our souls, bringing us together in oneness.”
Do you have plans for a new book? Is this book part
of a series?
The Moon Clearing is book one of the
trilogy ‘The Tier of Eternal Grace’. Book Two, The Mirrors Shadow, will be
released about September.
What books have influenced your writing?
As a child, there were too many books
of poetry to name only one. Though my love for fantasy began with the writings
of Enid Blyton’s ‘Wishing Chair Adventures’ and ‘The Faraway Tree Adventures’.
Is there an Author that you would really like to meet?
Definitely Enid Blyton and/or William
Shakespeare.
Do you prefer ebooks, paperbacks or hardcover?
Paperback. I am an old fashioned girl
and so very much love to hold a paperback within my hands, and take in the
scents of its pages.
Where do you prefer to buy your books?
Small, independent bookstores. They
have such a personal and comforting feeling about them.
Are you a self published (Indie) Author? Yes
What book would you like to read again?
The Wisdom of Florence Scovel Shinn,
as this is the book that helped turn my life around.
Is there a particular movie that you preferred over the book
version?
Ummmm…my short answer to that… No! I
get so lost in a book; that I have yet to ever see a movie in which I loose
myself in the same way.
What book are you currently reading and in what format (ebook/paperback/hardcover)?
Miranda Kerr’s, Treasure Yourself in
paperback. I was given this book and have just begun to turn the pages of this
inspirational read.
Are there any Authors that have grasped your interest recently
and why?
I may be biased, as she is also a
beautiful friend. But I would have to say, Miss Carlyle Labushagne. The story
behind The Broken Series is one of love, of personal strength and growth, and
it is all placed within the pages of a divine fantasy fiction (again, my
favorite genre). She has grasped at each element I desire, when it comes to
books. If you have yet to read Carlyle’s work, I highly recommend it.
Who designed the cover of your book?
A beautiful man and friend from the
Phillipines… Mr Ares Jun.
Do you buy a book by the cover?
I do have to admit, that the cover is
always a huge draw in. If you can capture my attention by the cover alone,
you’re half way there.
Do you have a book trailer?
Yes. I went searching out my
characters and now have a bevy of models/actors who play my main characters at
each and every event. This included the shooting of the book trailer. We did a
13hr shoot in the mountains. It was a day of laughs and beauty divine.
What are your thoughts on book trailers?
They must be original, stand out from
the crowd, otherwise I feel that they only get lost in amongst the thousands of
other book trailers and never get seen or appreciated.
Do you have any advice for other writers?
To write of heart, and to believe in
your words, in your story, without the entanglement of doubt and fear arising.
Do you write under a pen name?
Tania Elizabeth is my first and middle
name. I find it suits my genre and character bases perfectly.
What date were you born? - you can leave off the year if you
like.
August the 11th, 1981
Do you have a nickname?
Hmmmm… I may keep that one to myself (*she
giggles)
Did you have a favorite toy as a child?
I never really had a favorite toy. If
I wasn’t dancing or climbing trees, I would be sitting in the garden reading
and daydreaming.
An early childhood memory -
Camping upon my daddy’s 50+ acres of
rainforest. Awaking to the sounds of the forests beauty and connecting to the
faeries.
Do you ever write in your PJ’s?
Absolutely. Being a single mum of
three little angels. Night times are my most productive. Many nights are spent
writing into the wee hours of the morning.
What are your pet peeves?
Vandalism and littering.
White wine or red?
White
Coffee or tea?
Coffee for sure. I drink way too much
though.
So you like to cook? Do you have a favorite food?
Cooking not so much. Baking on the
other hand, I Love. I find it very therapeutic, and I love to experiment. I
make the best cheesecake and homemade rocky road. Speaking of which… mmmmm… I
may have to go make some now that the subject was brought up. So, as for my
favorite food… well, this girl has a major sweet tooth. Bring on the chocolate!
Vanilla or chocolate ice-cream?
Actually, would you believe… that
although I am a chocoholic, I would have to say Vanilla.
What do you normally eat for breakfast, or do you skip it and
get straight to work?
Breakfast is the one meal of the day I
am certain to eat. The remainder of the day, I am more than happy to just
snack. (chocolate never too far at hand)
What are 4 things you never leave home without (apart from keys,
money and phone)?
My notebook and my pen, for ideas and
words come at the most indifferent times. Besides that, a bottle of water and
chewing gum.
Sleep in or get up early?
Love my early morning rises. To begin my day with a meditation
is my idea of perfection.
Laptop or desktop for writing?
Laptop. Though I am a little old
fashioned and do much of my initial writing with paper and pen.
Your favorite gadget -
Hmmmmm… this could be an interesting
answer. Though I will answer with a lighter. I love to light my candles of a
nighttime. Thus, a lighter or matches are a must. Still working on that faerie
magic to create light.
Where and when do you prefer to do your writing?
When I write during the days, when the
kids are at school, I love to write in the park by the beach. During the
darkness of thy night skies, I am most comfortable at my desk… my place of
inspiration.
Your thoughts on receiving book reviews - the good and the bad
-
All perspectives are worthy of reflection.
No response can be bad, provided you choose to take the positive out of the
negative and then learn and grow from the words said.
If you were deserted on an island, who are 3 famous people you
would want with you?
Brian J White for my eye candy,
William Shakespeare for his mind, and Ellen Degeneres for a good old
chat and chuckle.
Where is one place in the world that you would really love to
visit someday?
The Swiss Alps or Whistler, as this
girl has never seen the snow.
One of your favorite quotes –
“What the mind of a man can conceive
and believe, it can achieve.” Napoleon
Hill
List 3 books you just recently read and would recommend?
The Broken Destiny by Carlyle Labuschagne, The Bleeding Heart by Xavier Saer and Gifts of Peramangk by Dean Mayes.
List 3 of your favorite movies?
Conversations with God, PS I Love You
and Stomp the Yard.
An actor or a book character you have a crush on –
Brian J White and Olivia Wilde
What is a movie or TV show that you watched just recently and
really enjoyed?
Twilight, Breaking Dawn Part Two
If your book was made into a TV series or Movie, what actors
would you like to see playing your characters? Feel free to add pics.
Charlize Theron to play Tatiana,
Olivia Wilde to play Corozon, Carrie Underwood to play Crystabella, Liam
Hemsworth to play Kailen, Brian J White to play Edan, Kellan Lutz to play
Malaika, and Gerard Butler to play Lyric.
Where can your readers stalk you?
My blog: http://taniaelizabeth11.com/
Is your book in Print, ebook or both? Hardcover, Paperback and eBook
Thank you Tania for a glimpse into your world.
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Many thanks, Patti.
Patti has done another awesome job on this series. Alexandria has come home, but home isn't like it was when she was little it has totally change. This book has full of magic and mystery and lots of memories. Patti has written another great book, i just wanted to keep reading to find out more and what happens next. I Can not wait for book three, it needs to come out soon..lol. If you haven't read this awesome series you need to, you will love these awesome series. This book was so amazing, I wanted it to keep going, and it leaves u off to, wondering what well happen next. Patti has done it again, I just love her and her awesome books. I really want to read book three now, but i have to wait. If you haven't read this awesome series you need to, you will love these awesome books. Book 1 and 2 is now out!!
PATTI ROBERTS was born in Brisbane Australia but soon moved
to Darwin in the Northern Territory. Her son Luke was born in 1980. She
currently lives in Cairns, Queensland where she is writing the Paradox Series
of books. Paradox - The Angels Are Here, is the first book in the Paradox
Series and was first published as an eBook in 2010 and Amazon in 2011. Print
versions are also available in the Paradox Series. Since then, Patti has
written further books in the Paradox Series. Book 2 Paradox - Progeny Of
Innocence and Book 3 Paradox - Bound By Blood. The 4th book in the Paradox
Series, Paradox - Equilibrium, is due out mid 2013. And the beginning of a new
series - Witchwood Estate. A story about a young girl discovering that she
comes from the bloodline of very powerful witches.
