The Created, by Jen Sollami

The Created, by Jen Sollami

Synopsis:

For Ariella Kohl, life had just become perfect. With her best friend and mom beside her, nothing could change who she was— nothing from her lifetime, that is.
As a shattering encounter steals who she values most, she’s left frightened and has to decide if the stranger sent to protect her is someone she can trust with not only her own life, but also with preserving the life of the man she thinks is the only one she has ever loved.
As she realizes her dreams are more than they appear to be, she finds herself questioning who she thought she was. Her search for the truth from thousands of years ago becomes complicated, as it turns many of those around her into enemies. A single choice can affect who we are, and who we become.
What if a single choice affected the fate of billions for good or evil? Who’s to blame when Ariella grasps she’s in the middle of the eternal war waged for the souls of men?

Author Interview Questions for Jen Sollami
The Created, coming November 2012
1. When did you first start writing, and when did you finish your first book? 
I started writing professionally in early 2012, and the first book will be released by the end of 2012. The book is available for pre-order. 

2. How did you choose the genre you write in?
My interest in Twilight and The Hunger Games lead me to choose a genre geared towards young adults.


3. Where do you get your ideas? 

My imagination and experiences have given me most of my ideas. 



4. Do you ever experience writer’s block and how do you overcome it?

I find that if I experience writer’s block, I take a day or two off from writing to relax my mind.


5. Is there a particular author that influenced you while growing up or as an adult?

Stephenie Meyer was an author that influenced me. 



6. Can you tell us about your challenges in getting your first book published? 

The first book is going to be published as an e-book, until I am able to sign a contract with a publisher so that it is available in hard copy. 



7. If you had to do it again, is there anything you would change?

There is nothing that I would change. 

8. How do you market your work? Have you found some avenues to be more successful than others?
My book is currently marketed through my website at www.TheCreated.com 

9. Is your book based on real life experiences or all pure imagination?
My book is based on pure imagination and is fictional. 


10. What was your favorite chapter to write and why?
I don’t know if I could pick one specific chapter. 

11. How did you come up with the title?
The title of the book fits perfectly with the story, and it will make sense once a person begins to read the book. 

12. What project are you working on now?
I’m currently half way through writing the second book of The Created Series.

13. What advice would you give to aspiring writers?
My advice would be to not give up, and put your full heart into writing, and you will be successful.

14. How does your writing process look? (Consistent with regular amounts of word counts daily/weekly, or more sporadic with a gush of words all at once and then you abandon it for a while?)
I write my book pretty consistently on an almost daily basis. The most time consuming process is working with the editor and going back and changing things around.

15. What would you like your readers to know about this book or you in general? 
I hope that you enjoy the story and continue to read more of the series after the first book.




16. Why did you feel you had to tell this story?
I felt that this story would make the perfect book, and I could help but put it down into words.


17. How does your family and friends feel about the book?

My family and friends are very supportive and excited for me.


18. What types books did you read as a child?

As a child I enjoyed reading books like Pride and Prejudice and Wuthering Heights.


19. If your book was made into a movie, who do you picture playing each part?

If my book were made into a movie, I think that Robbie Amell would play the perfect role for Zachary.


20. Do you prefer to write in a quiet room, or do you need noise to keep your creative juices flowing?

I need my peace and quiet when I am writing which is hard to due at times with my kids running around.



21. How did you feel when you realized that being an author was no longer a dream, but a reality?

I feel very proud and excited that people enjoy my story.


22. What do you like to do when you’re not writing?

When I am not writing, I like to spend time playing with my kids.


23. Do you see writing as a career?

I could definitely see myself writing as a career, and that is what I aspire to do. 


24. How did you become interested in writing?
Since I was in high school, I have always enjoyed writing stories. 


25. Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?
The grammar can be challenging at times.



26. What was the hardest part about writing your book?

The hardest part about writing my book was finding sufficient time to sit down and write.


27. What advice would you give writers on the publishing process?

My advice would be to prove to a publisher that people are serious about purchasing your book, and track all of your sales.


28. What time of day do you write?

I frequently write during the middle of the day, and towards the evenings.





About the Author
Jen Sollami grew up in California, went to school in Utah, and started writing in Colorado. She has her degree in Psychology from Brigham Young University and is a new and upcoming author.
She aspires to becoming a better writer and writing stories that all can enjoy. She lives in Colorado with her husband and three little ones.

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