An Interview With Author L. L. McCall

  

 

1. What inspired you to write this book?

It came to me in a dream that I found interesting to build on. 

2. What exactly is it about — and who is it written for?

It is about two identical twin brothers who were very close growing up.  As they grew older and took different paths, one had great success and the other became very envious. 

3. What do you hope readers will get out of reading your book?

I hope readers can get out of it how relationships can easily change and how circumstances can make people do crazy things.  

4. How did you decide on your book’s title and cover design?

The decision to name it, "Amiss," was because it felt like there was always something amiss in their lives.  

5. What advice or words of wisdom do you have for fellow writers – other than run!?

My advice for other writers would be to not back down if they truly believe in their writing.  It might take some time but never let the nay-sayers get to you.  Write, write, re-write, edit, and publish!  

6. Were there experiences in your personal life or career that came in handy when writing this book? 

Some of my personal experiences that I used in the book were from the many relationships I had with people who I grew up with, especially my brother, Alan.  

7. How would you describe your writing style? Which writers or books is your writing similar to?

My writing style can be described as somewhat different.  Descriptive, yet sometimes blunt and to the point, as I try to weave images while relating the reader. To formulate ideas together to keep the reader engaged and enticed to want more.  Two-Parter question:  I've been told my style might be similar to Margaret Atwood, but I like to lean more towards Nicholas Sparks.  

8. How do you feel your book compares to others in your genre?

I feel my book compares to others as another romantic thriller only set in a different tone in a complicated family dynamic setting.  

9. What challenges did you overcome in the writing of this book?

The challenge I had was to be able to find the time to write. I’ve been writing since I'm 13 but put many stories aside Only to re-ignite my passion when I became an empty-nestor after four children.  And then there was the money aspect of it all to lay out the money to self-publish to make my dreams come true.  

10. If people can buy or read one book this week or month, why should it be yours?

If people were to pick one book to read this week, (or this month), it should be "Amiss," ...and then onto "Amiss2,"  then "Amiss3" (out soon)!  I'm told by several readers they loved it as a great page-turner and they couldn't put it down. Unraveling all of the human emotions with all the many twists and turns. 

About The Author: L. L. McCall Has lived on the north shore of beautiful Long Island all her life, and this is a first, published novel.  She has written and published many poems, short stories, and children's books before, and hopes to add "novels" to her list. She began to write in her early teens, and always had a way with words and a wild imagination. Her biggest challenge is finding the time to write. When she does, she's happy to share her tales with the hopes that people enjoy them as much as she enjoyed writing them. Connect with her at: https://www.instagram.com/l.l.mccall/?igsh=ZnU5OXVkZ3I4MGt1&utm_source=qr#

 

 

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