Please give a warm welcome to author Chris Stevenson! He’s here to share a bit about his book The Girl They Sold to the Moon, as well as a bit about himself. Scroll to the bottom for the giveaway info.
If you owned a bookstore, what would you name it?
If I owned a bookstore, I would name it The Book Dump. I think that bit of humor would make it memorable.
If you could have a signed copy of any novel what would it be and why?
I would loved a signed copy of Virgin Planet by Poul Anderson, because he was my true mentor via the Science Fiction Writers of America. I would not have become a writer without his inspiration.
What would you ask a hyper-advanced society?
I would ask a hyper-advanced society the secret to antigravity. Or antigravitics.
If you could, what book or movie or TV series would you like to experience for the first time all over again and why?
I would love read and see The Hunger Games all over again. It impacted me deeply.
What future invention would you like to see not only created during your life time, but readily available to the public?
Again, it would be the invention of anti-gravity so we could do away with fossil fuels. We need to clean up the atmosphere.
Millions of generations into the future, you are an alien archaeologist come to Earth to sift through the ancient remains of humanity. What is the oddest thing you find?
Since gold is likely to last that long, I would say finding gold teeth would be surprising.
What has been your worst or most difficult job? How does it compare to writing?
My most difficult job was as a Master mechanic working for Toyota. The tasks were not that very hard, but working in the sweltering 100-degree plus heat was very life-threatening.
You are stuck in space in dire straights. Which science fiction authors would you want with you?
Since he has written hundreds of books, both fiction and non-fiction and has science degrees, I would pick Isaac Asimov. I think he would be the smartest one out of the bunch.
What is a recurring or the most memorable geeky argument or debate you have taken part in?
When I was a writing coach, I suggested to a student that they do not need armor-piercing bullets to kill a cougar. They insisted they did. Of course, they were wrong but quit my group soon after.
Finally, what upcoming events and works would you like to share with the readers?
My book The Girl They Sold to the Moon is currently for sale at the major e-retailers, and I’m proud to announce my YA fantasy series, Screamcatcher: Web World is coming out soon. I hope that my new website draws attention—Christy’s Young Adult Fabuliers.
About the Author
Chris Stevenson has been writing for 32 years, publishing novels, non-fiction books, radio horror plays, short stories, reviews, interviews, poetry and thousands of non-fiction automotive articles. I’m on my third agent, and have had 10 books and twenty-two short stories published, beginning in 1988. Writing Credits and History BOOK CREDITS: Auto Repair Shams and Scams (Forward–Ralph Nader), 1990, Price Stern & Sloan, Los Angeles–226 pages, non-fiction, consumer warning book. Garage Sale Mania, 1988, Betterway Publications, Crozet, Virginia–190 pages, non-fiction book—1988. Word Wars, a SF novel, to Rain Publishing, Canada—May, 2007. Once Upon a Goddess, a Fantasy novel, to Rain Publishing, Canada—January, 2008 Planet Janitor—Custodian of the Stars, a SF novel sold to Engage Books, May 2009 Gate Walker, a Paranormal Fantasy, sold Lyrical Press—January, 2009. The Wolfen Strain, a fantasy thriller sold to LBF Books, February 2009 , The Girll They Sold to the Moon, Intrigue Books
Blackmailed Bride to Melange Satin Romance.
Interests include hiking, paleontology, UFOs, cryptozoology, bigfoot, astronomy, lake monsters, ancient Egypt, archaeology, geology.
Book Blurb for The Girl They Sold to the Moon
Eighteen-year-old Tilly Breedlove’s father has sold her into a form of modern day slavery on Luna – the Tranquility Harbor Mining Company, 240,000 miles from home. Family Trade and Loan, an unscrupulous company, is more than willing to take her on and exploit her talent. Forced to be an exotic dancer, she performs risqué shows for the filthy but filthy rich ore miners – a far cry from her classical and modern dance training. If she isn’t resisting obscene advances from bearded “Prairie Dogs,” she’s fending off jealous head-liner acts who view her as a threat to their status – and when those jealous showgirls say “break a leg,” they aim to cause it. The only reprieve she finds in this shop of horrors is a few close ward friends, a sympathetic dance coach, and Buddy Gunner Bell who just might become the love of her life. It’s just enough to stem her psychological meltdown.
About Intrigue Publishing
Intrigue Publishing was established in May 2012 with the objective of publishing at least six books each year. We strive to publish books by authors who have a unique perspective and compelling authority. These will be works that intrigue the reader, that is, arouse the reader’s curiosity with their unusual, new, fascinating and compelling qualities.
We will achieve success in the publishing industry and earn for ourselves and our authors by producing books that appeal to the reader’s curiosity, fancy and interest. We will nurture authors who can create quality works that will appeal to the reader’s interest. We will mentor authors who produce writing that cannot be ignored.
We believe that talented authors deserve attention not only from publishers, but from readers as well. To sell the book is only the beginning of our mission. We will work to build avid audiences of readers who are enriched by the books we produce and are eager for future publications. Our library of works may span several genres.
GIVEAWAY!!!
Intrigue Publishing is giving away 2 audiobook copies of The Girl They Sold to the Moon. You must have an Audible US account to receive the book if you win. To enter, do the Rafflecopter thing below, or answer these questions in the comments: 1) Do you have an Audible US account? 2) Who are your favorite scifi authors? 3) Leave a way to contact you (email, twitter, etc.) in case you win. Giveaway ends May 25, 2019, midnight.
