The Timely Death Trilogy by Shannon A. Thompson + Giveaway
Synopsis:
Minutes Before Sunset (Book #1)
Goodreads Book of the Month [ July, 2013 ]
Two Destines. One Death.
“Her kiss could kill us, and my consent signed our death
certificates…”
Eric has less than a year left before his fated battle when
he meets her. She’s a shade like him, but separated from the Dark – and with
more power than she should have. And he can’t stay away.
Jessica is new to town and desperate to figure out who, or
what, her birth parents were. But she can’t find them without overcoming Eric,
and she won’t let him stop her.
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‘Minutes Before Sunset’ happens through the minds of two
young adults as they struggle to survive their paranormal realities and find
balance in their human lives.
Seconds Before Sunrise (Book #2)
Available on Amazon!
Two nightmares. One
memory.
“Chaos within destiny. It was the definition of our love.”
Eric has weeks before his final battle when he's in an accident. Forced to face his human side, he knows he can't survive if he fights alone. But he doesn't want to surrender, even if he becomes the sacrifice for war.
Jessica's memory isn't the only thing she's lost. Her desire to find her parents is gone and so is her confidence. But when fate leaves nightmares behind, she decides to find the boy she sees in them, even if it risks her sanity.
“Chaos within destiny. It was the definition of our love.”
Eric has weeks before his final battle when he's in an accident. Forced to face his human side, he knows he can't survive if he fights alone. But he doesn't want to surrender, even if he becomes the sacrifice for war.
Jessica's memory isn't the only thing she's lost. Her desire to find her parents is gone and so is her confidence. But when fate leaves nightmares behind, she decides to find the boy she sees in them, even if it risks her sanity.
About Shannon A. Thompson
At sixteen, Shannon
A Thompson became the young-adult author of “November Snow.” Since then,
Shannon has had poetry, a short story, and more novels published. Her latest
trilogy released by AEC Stellar Publishing, and the first novel in this
young-adult, paranormal romance was awarded Goodreads Book of the Month in
July, 2013. The second book, Seconds Before Sunrise, released on March 27,
2014.
She recently graduated from the University of Kansas with a bachelor's degree in English with an emphasis on creative writing. After working as an author and then a Social Media Marketer, Thompson became the C.O.O. of AEC Stellar Publishing, Inc.
Shannon spends her free time writing, but she loves spending time with her father and brother. She also has one black cat named after her favorite actor, Humphrey Bogart.
She recently graduated from the University of Kansas with a bachelor's degree in English with an emphasis on creative writing. After working as an author and then a Social Media Marketer, Thompson became the C.O.O. of AEC Stellar Publishing, Inc.
Shannon spends her free time writing, but she loves spending time with her father and brother. She also has one black cat named after her favorite actor, Humphrey Bogart.
Shannonathompson@aol.com
Her other works:
November Snow - Available at Amazon as a paperback only, but it can be
personalized and signed.
Q & A:
1. What inspired you
to write this series?
When I was a child,
I suffered from severe night terrors. Although most children grow out of this, I
did not, and I struggled with understanding the difference between reality and
my dreams. The Timely Death Trilogy was inspired by a series of dreams that I
had between 14 and 16 years old. They began as a man visiting me at night, but
- in the end - I started writing the trilogy to emotionally express the
feelings I had about it. I actually shared a real excerpt from my diary
before: http://shannonathompson.com/2013/11/15/my-dream-goodreads-extras/
2. What are your
plans for your writing?
I currently have
three novels out, a short story, and a collection of poems. As of now, I am
planning on publishing the first book in a new series later this year. Shortly
after that, Death Before Daylight - the last installment of
The Timely Death Trilogy- will be released. From there, we will be on an
adventure, but I would love to share all types of my writing, including genres
I haven't published before. My ultimate goal is to provide
readers with stories that they can complement their everyday lives. As a
writer, I strive to break down stereotypes and archetypes. For instance,
the dark and the light are flipped in The Timely Death Trilogy. The Dark is
good, and the Light is evil. I also have a character named Crystal
who dresses like a “punk” - but she wants to be a journalist, she loves
glitter, and she can’t wait for school events. Clothes should never define
who you are. Your actions and ambition should.
3. Do you have
a specific writing style?
So far, all of my
published novels are written in two perspectives - the male protagonist and the
female protagonist tell their side of the story. I did this for many
reasons, but I mainly did this because I think YA fiction often writes off
the male as this mysterious guy that shows loving affection every now and
then. I wanted to give that man a voice and show why he does what he does.
But don’t worry! Tension and mystery is definitely still
present.
4. How did you come
up with the title?
The trilogy is
written in three different psychological types. The first novel is about the
Dark, the second is about being human in a paranormal world, and the third
is about the Light. The first novel, Minutes Before Sunset, refers to the
moment before the humans transform into their paranormal selves. It represents
their desire and need to be in the Dark as well as many other aspects that
would spoil it if I explained anymore. Fun fact: every novel has the next
novel’s title in it, and it symbolizes what the next novel will be about. For
instance, you can find the phrase “seconds before sunrise” in Minutes
Before Sunset.
5. Is there anything
you find particularly challenging in your writing?
Between writing as a
female and a male, I actually struggle more with the female voice. I have
yet to fully understand this, but I am excited for my next novel to release
because it is told from one female’s perspective, and - in many ways - it was
the first time I overcame that hurdle.
6. Do you have any
advice for other writers?
My personal mantra
is to “write with passion; succeed with self-discipline.” It reminds me
that my love for writing is the only thing that can and should push me forward.
Once we - as writers - accept our passion, no amount of negative feedback will
stop us, but we need to put the work in to succeed and grow, too.
7. Do you have
anything specific that you want to say to your readers?
Other than a giant
THANK YOU, I would love to say that I am here to discuss and help. My
website is totally dedicated to helping writers and readers follow their dreams
because I truly believe that is how we can be the best person we can be. I take
blogging suggestions, I’m open for interviews, and I always enjoy hearing from
reviewers. No matter what, my website is a safe and positive environment
where readers and writers can come together to have fun while being
entertained and informed. I would love to have you over there.
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