Q: Alright Elisa Nader, We gotta talk about this chapter. For me, it is easily the most disturbing chapter of the book. The stunning reveal of who this character is at the end of the chapter is absolutely haunting. Awesome! That’s exactly what I was going for: Disturbing. And “haunting” is a plus. In addition to the list of…
Violent Ends: Saying No, Astroturf. The View From Other Side
The Girl Who Said No—Trish Doller What is it about the word “no” that is so powerful? Why was it important to explore Morgan’s mental state? The only other person who is “like” her in the sense of the book’s story is Nate, since they both witness their best friends’ deaths. And yet, I think…
Violent Ends: The Editor Speaks
Shaun David Hutchinson is the editor of this incredible book and he also wrote a chapter entitled “The Perfect Shot,” which is a double entendre. I’m featuring his questions and answers below. We cover his chapter and the process for writing a book with seventeen authors. The Perfect Shot—Shaun David Hutchinson A clever and disturbing…
Violent Ends: Chapters 4 and 5
Chapter 4: The Greenest Grass—Delilah Dawson You’ve been very open about suffering abuse in your past. What was it that made you want to explore them mind of an anorexic girl suffering under her mother’s influence and the need to be perfect? Violent Ends is the sort of anthology that demands a close look at…
A Week of Violent Ends: Day 1
I am beyond thrilled to be able to share this book with readers. I don’t just think this is a good book, I think it is an important book. Let me tell you why: This book looks at a high school murderer, a shooter, a messed up kid, a loner, a protector, a friend, a…
Robin Hood: Demon’s Bane 1_Mark of the Black Arrow
I absolutely loved Robin Hood: Demon’s Bane 1: Mark of the Black Arrow, published by Titan. It is creative, fun, loyal to canon and yet thoroughly modern. It is also a quick read, so pick it for a weekend’s read, a road trip or a chilly fall evening by a fire. I asked authors Debbie…
5 Questions in 5 Minutes with Alma Alexander
Hi Alma: Thanks for being with me on SlipperyWords! We are talking about the first book in your Were Chronicles, Random. 1. The story appears, at first, like it is a traditional were story but it turns into a very deep, profound story about souls and racism. How do your YA readers react to those deeper messages?…
5 Questions in 5 Minutes with Lucienne Diver: Let’s Talk Blood Hunt
Hi Lucienne! Welcome to SlipperyWords. I am so glad to have you. You know I have been a fan of this series since the beginning. I really appreciate that!! You really put Tori through a lot of physical pain and agony this time around. Any particular reason why you love to torture her? War has…
Website REVEAL! Goddities from Lucienne Diver
Lucienne Diver is revealing her new Goddites website today to go with her hilarious series, The Latter-Day Olympians (which I strongly recommend)! For those who are familiar with the books, this is Yiayia’s blogsite, where we all know we go for the best gossip on all of the gods. Go check it out and also watch…
5 Questions in 5 Minutes with John Hartness: From the Stone
From the Stone by John Hartness is a fast-paced high jinks adventure that combines the King Arthur legend with the worst of high school. This is simply fun. Visit John at www.JohnHartness.com. He has lots of stories you will want to read. I grew up cherishing mythological heroes like Merlin and Arthur. Did you have…