I met Kelley through Fraction
of Stone and fell in love with her writing instantly. Emotional,
adventurous, and beautifully detailed, this story has it all! Before we dive
into Fraction of Stone, let’s get to
know Kelley a wee bit more J
Kelley is an engineer by day and writes, sings, paints, plays a
bazillion sports, runs half marathons, and conquers trivia by night. If you
looked up Renaissance woman in the dictionary, this is what you would see . . .
So my first question, my dear Kelley, is how do you accomplish so
much?
Well,
as my coworker likes to say, I’m an orphan. J Meaning I
don’t have a family of my own yet so I get to decide what I want to do with my
time. It also helps that I don’t spend a whole lot of time on the internet, watching
TV or movies. (Just ask anyone about my movie knowledge. It’s nonexistent J)
One more thing about Kelley is that she has the most positive
attitude on the planet. What is something that lifts your spirits and gives you
strength?
Music.
Definitely. My mood is so attached to music it’s crazy. Music also really helps
me get in the mindset to write as well.
I’ve had the privilege of reading much of your writing (and it’s all
brilliant!), can you share a bit about what you have on the horizon?
Sure!
I’m about to go on sub mission for a YA Science Fiction. (solo project) Jenny
Morris and I have been on sub for a bit with our YA Contemporary (fingers still
crossedJ). And Jessica
Salyer and I are just going on sub to agents for our YA Fairytale Parody. (New fingers
crossedJ). So I don’t
go insane, I’m writing a YA Thriller. Because waiting is torture! J
Favorites:
Favorite thing in your work bag/purse? Nook
Favorite place to hang out online? Oh Gosh. I don’t really. But sometimes I use
facebook J
Favorite comfort food? Ice cream, pizza, sushi, cohocolate. And, and, and, haha.
Favorite smell? Rain
Favorite shoes? Running shoes
And now on to Kelley’s stunning release, Fraction of Stone . . .
Release Date: March 21st, 2013 by Sapphire Star Publishing
Genre: YA Fantasy
Book Description:
Wind tunnels, torrential rains and earthquakes tear apart Casden. The cause of the world’s imbalance is unknown, but the mounting occurrences suggest there’s little time before life ceases to exist.
Rydan Gale and Akara Nazreth are the only humans with the ability to wield magic. The tattoo on their necks and the discovery of an ancient book, dictate they are the key to the world’s survival.
But the greatest obstacle for saving mankind isn’t the bizarre creatures, extreme betrayals and magic-fearing men hunting them.
It’s that Akara doesn’t believe the world is worth saving.
Genre: YA Fantasy
Book Description:
Wind tunnels, torrential rains and earthquakes tear apart Casden. The cause of the world’s imbalance is unknown, but the mounting occurrences suggest there’s little time before life ceases to exist.
Rydan Gale and Akara Nazreth are the only humans with the ability to wield magic. The tattoo on their necks and the discovery of an ancient book, dictate they are the key to the world’s survival.
But the greatest obstacle for saving mankind isn’t the bizarre creatures, extreme betrayals and magic-fearing men hunting them.
It’s that Akara doesn’t believe the world is worth saving.
About the Author:
Kelley was born and raised a Midwestern girl. She’s not afraid to sweat and fills her free time with softball, soccer and volleyball. (Though you probably don’t want her on your volleyball team.) She occasionally makes guest appearances as a female vocalist for area bands.
You can find Kelley hanging out at her blog, titled in her name, as well as the group blog she shares with her fellow critique partners, Falling for Fiction. Kelley is a member of the Society of Children’s Books Writers and Illustrators.
Kelley Lynn's Links: Blog | Facebook | Twitter | Goodreads
