THE
EMISSARY
1.
What really inspired you to write your book, to force you from taking an idea
or experience and conveying it into a book?
THE EMISSARY is the first of four books in The
One Great Year series. The idea is based
on an alternative view of world history that is much more exciting than
anything we ever learned in school.
Rene was
greatly influenced by this alternative history and after backpacking around the
world, visiting ancient ruins in Egypt, England, and Indonesia, he wrote a
brief treatment for The One Great Year series that he kept to himself. Then he met Tamara.
We began dating in 2009. Six
months after meeting, we broke up. We
were miserable for about 24 hours and it was then that Rene heard a voice in
his head say, “Write the book you idiot!”
We instantly knew that was what we would do. Rene gave Tamara the book
treatment and she loved the concept. We
began writing the very next day. We have
been writing for nine years now, creating the stories that make up The One
Great Year Series.
THE
EMISSARY
is an action adventure story that brings the alternative view of history
alive. But the novel goes even deeper.
This reincarnation tale explores the many facets of love, life, and the breadth
of anguish and joy that all souls must endure.
2. What is it
about and whom do you believe is your targeted reader?
THE
EMISSARY’s main characters, Marcus and Theron,
are soulmates who reincarnate throughout the ages of the Great Year Cycle. Marcus has past life memory, but Theron does
not and he searches for her in every lifetime.
When we
first meet Marcus, he’s a laid-back, pot-smoking blogger living in
Seattle. But we quickly learn that
thirteen thousand years ago, Marcus, Theron - and the book’s villain, Helghul -
were born into the Golden Age of the Great Year Cycle.
They were
chosen to be Emissaries – beings who are responsible for protecting the ancient
knowledge and ensuring the evolution of mankind. Marcus and Theron remain true to their
mission, but Helghul is corrupted by a desire for power. As the world descends from a Golden Age into
a Silver, Bronze, and then Iron Age, humanity grows darker. The true Emissaries
must keep hope, light and love alive in the world as the illusion of separation
and the malevolence of their adversaries grow stronger.
THE EMISSARY is an unforgettable tale of eternal
love, betrayal and the hope that binds us all. Our target readers love
original, romantic fantasy fiction based on real world history, philosophy, and
infinite imaginative possibilities. Our
readers are looking for a gripping new series to immerse themselves in.
3.
What do you hope will be the everlasting thoughts for readers who finish
your book? What should remain with them long after putting it down?
“This is my
story!” “I feel like an Emissary.” These are the comments we have received from
readers. At the end of a great book readers should feel as though they lived
the experience they read about. After reading THE EMISSARY we hope people will consider the possibility that
there is more to life than what we see.
An
underlying theme of our novel is that everything in our universe is ultimately
connected in a vast web of consciousness.
If that feeling of connection stays with people, the world can only be a
better place. It was important to us that THE
EMISSARY be entertaining so that
people can escape into it, but we also want to make you think.
4.
What advice or words of wisdom do you have for fellow writers?
There
are two things that are critical: READ and WRITE! Absolutely read as much as
you can especially great literature. Study your favorite authors and read the
classics. While reading, ask yourself questions about why they write so well.
Why did you love that sentence, character, storyline? It doesn’t matter if you
blog, journal, write poems, novels, graphic novels, letters, anything just as
long as you practice. We have both been writing all our lives. Even if you
can’t make a living, never stop writing and GOOD LUCK.
5. What trends in the book world do you see and where do you think
the book publishing industry is heading?
We
are very excited by the rising audiobook market. We have recorded the audiobook
for THE EMISSARY and with Rene’s
acting background and our huge array of interesting characters, it was a blast!
Recording and acting out our words as we intended them to be heard is
incredibly rewarding. We’ve also enjoyed the rise of social media in the past
decade because it allows us to connect more intimately with our readers and with
the authors who inspire us.
6.
What great challenges did you have in writing your book?
There were
so many amazing storylines and possibilities on the table, deciding which ones
would stay and which would go, took a long time. As we wrote and researched,
the lifetimes were so strong and interesting, it took time studying all the
material but we kept writing non-stop and a compelling series naturally
developed. We’ve had to be patient and have endured plenty of budget-minded
months in order to work as full time writers, researching and perfecting our
craft, but it has absolutely been worth it! We are very proud of the work that
the last nine years has brought through.
And there are amazing opportunities on the horizon, even a potential TV
or movie series!
7.
If people can only buy one book this month, why should it be yours?
The
Emissary is full of fresh ideas. We have written a book that is entertaining
and allows people to lose themselves, but that also make them think--in a good
way. We have been incredibly humbled and grateful for the outpouring of love
from our readers. The ideas in THE
EMISSARY will stick with you long after you’ve finished reading it and when
Book II The Emerald Tablet is released in February 2019, and this
series becomes the next BIG series, your readers can say they were among the
first brilliant bibliophiles to discover it.
About the Authors:
Rene DeFazio, who was born and rasied
in Canada, currently lives in the Vancouver area with his wife and writing
partner, Tamara Veitch. Rene is an actor
and producer with numerous film and television roles to his
credit, as well as countless commercials and print ads. A world traveler and lifelong adventurer, Rene has called upon his
unusual and exciting experiences in co-creating the One Great Year book series
of which THE EMISSARY is the first
installment. His tireless research and
first-hand knowledge of exotic locations, customs, sights, and smells help to
bring this epic story to life.
Tamara
Veitch is a writer,
mural artist, and mother of three. She
grew up in Canada and attended Simon Fraser University, studying English and
Psychology. Tamara has had a lifelong
interest in spiritual wisdom and has carefully researched ancient teachings
from many traditions to ensure historical accuracy through the One Great Year
book series.
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