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Guest - Patricia La Barbera
Good morning! We have author Patrician La Barbera visiting us today. Patricia will give us insights on how she developed her The Tala Chronicles series.Enjoy!
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In the second book of The Tala
Chronicles, The Wolf’s Revenge, Tala
makes a shocking discovery about her enemy, Willis Sharp, after the violence at
her uncle’s cottage. She also realizes the ritual her uncle performed solved
only part of Matt’s problem. Tala’s only hope to save Matt involves going with
him to Oregon and visiting a werewolf pack who may help her...if they don’t
kill her first. A mysterious couple tells her where the pack lives and that she
must visit them alone. And to go there only during the day. Will she risk her
life and go to them despite facing the possibility her actions could lead to
Matt’s death?
What is distinctive about your
paranormal romantic suspense series, The Tala Chronicles?
The Wolf’s Daughter, the first book of the series, introduces the
main characters, Tala and Matt, who are in love. However, an unusual condition
they each have makes it deadly for them to be together. So, it’s not your
typical werewolf story.
In The Wolf’s Revenge, the pack consists of multidimensional
characters, who are not happy about being werewolves. Alpha Jeremiah has a
particularly terrifying background regarding how he became a werewolf. His
story has a profound effect on Tala.
Why werewolves?
Well, I think wolves are majestic
creatures. I’m delighted with the photos I found for the book trailer. I think
they capture that regal quality. And our son has a dog my husband and I are
very fond of. If I squint, he almost looks like a wolf.
So the wolves aren’t villains?
Not Jeremiah’s pack, but wolf
villains are in constant battle with the tawny wolves.
How did you pick your settings?
With the name of Wolfeboro, that
city in New Hampshire
had to be Tala’s hometown. And last year we visited Portland , Oregon Cannon Beach
Tala is an unusual name. Why did you choose it?
I selected the name because it
means “wolf” in a Native American language.
How did you get the idea for
Edgar Owl?
Originally from New
York City , I moved to Oklahoma
with my husband when we were newlyweds. I spent eleven years of discovery there
and developed a deep respect for Native Americans. Edgar Owl embodies many
of the qualities I appreciate in them.
What part of the book did you
enjoy writing the most?
Definitely the section about the
Werewolf Fair. I think it’s one of the most imaginative parts of the book. The
scenes came alive and some practically wrote themselves. I had so much fun with
the details, and I put extra effort into involving the five senses.
Do you have plans for more books
in The Tala Chronicles?
Yes, I have a third book with a
contract from World Castle Publishing, and I have a fourth book I recently
completed. The setup for the series leaves many opportunities for expansion.
Your bio mentions you’re an
editor who specializes in genre fiction. What does that mean?
I read both literary and genre
fiction, but most of my editing experience involves categories such as
paranormal, science fiction, mystery, thriller, romance, and horror. The conventions
in genre are different. For example, the prose should be powerful, but clear
and invisible. The reader shouldn’t focus on the words but be immersed in the
story. Following the conventions increases the likelihood of getting past a publisher’s
gatekeeper.
Excerpt from The Wolf’s Revenge
Tala woke with a start. The
nightlight cast a beastlike shadow on the wall. The buzz and trill of forest
creatures seeped through the cabin’s walls. Had she heard a faint scream and
chopping noises, or had she been dreaming?
She crept out of bed and headed
for the living room. The night beckoned. Stars competed with their radiance,
while the water shimmered below. But was it safe to go on the porch? She opened
the front door and walked outside. A cool breeze rewarded her.
Tala stood for a few moments surveying
the woods surrounding the cabin. In the high bushes near the porch something
rustled. She whirled in the sound’s direction. Then an arm grabbed her around
the waist, and an arctic hand clamped over her mouth. Claws dragged her across
the porch.
Other books by Patricia La
Barbera:
The Wolf’s Daughter on Amazon.
The Celtic Crow Murders on Amazon.
Patricia La Barbera, MFA, is an author
and editor, who specializes in genre fiction and teaches writing and editing
classes. She's a member of MWA and an active member of the HWA. Patricia is
also the organizer of the Sarasota Editors Association. Various magazines have
featured her fiction and poetry. She lives in the Sarasota , Florida
Website
Blog
The Wolf’s Revenge book trailer
The Wolf’s Revenge on Amazon
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-- Lynda Again
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Good morning, Patricia! Thanks for guesting with us today. I enjoyed your post and how you developed your story and characters.
Have a Blessed Day!
Lynda
Lynda,
Thanks so much for the opportunity to guest post!
Regards,
Patricia
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