Today I'm taking part in the release tour for State of Rebellion, the third installment in the national bestselling Collapse Series, a YA/NA Romantic Adventure.
You're probably wondering why I have a book like this on my children's blog! Today I'd like to introduce you to Summer Ellen Lane, author. You may have noticed that we share the same middle name. It's easy for me to love Summer Lane's books, especially because I'm her mother!
Hope you enjoy this interview!
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| Summer Lane |
I'm writing my first draft of questions to you longhand while sitting in the sun. Do you ever write
longhand anymore?
Sometimes. Writing longhand is impossible if I’m trying to
write a novel, and my hand can rarely keep up with how fast my brain is moving,
so the keyboard is definitely my favorite way to write. I will write longhand,
however, if I’m hiking or otherwise far away from a computer. There’s a certain
amount of peace in using pen and paper that technology can never emulate.
As you know, I always give you my honest opinion.
How do you handle
constructive critisicm?
Nobody wants to be criticized, myself especially. I like
precision, rhythm and perfection, and unfortunately, we as writers know that
constructive criticism is practically the hallmark of our creed. There is no
escaping it. Writing is an emotional rollercoaster ride, and being picked apart
by editors or critique groups can be painful – but educational. After the red
vision fades, you come to the conclusion that yes, they were right. That
sentence does need to go!
Describe this past
year and how it feels to have three books published in one year.
It was a blur. A very good, exciting, somewhat stressful
blur. Three books in the timespan of one year is something I always dreamed of
doing – and here I am, doing it! I can’t believe I’m releasing my third book
already. Last year at this time, State of
Emergency had JUST been released. I hadn’t even written the sequel yet! I
feel that amazing things are yet to come, and I’m excited to get 2014 started.
Okay. Some fun
questions.
What is your favorite
kind of soup?
I don’t think anyone has ever asked me that before. I would
honestly have to say the cheese potato soup from Famous Dave’s. So yes. Anything with cheese and potatoes is pretty
much my favorite.
What is your favorite
day of the week?
I enjoy Fridays. It’s the end of the workweek, and it’s the
most relaxing evening of the seven days. I like to watch Netflix on Friday
nights. I’m not even going to try and deny it. I’ve always loved Sundays, too.
Church in the morning and lazy afternoons? You bet!
How many different
flavors have you tried at Baskin Robbins (they have 31 flavors)?
I have no idea. Maybe ten, at the most. I don’t deviate from
my palette. If it’s not chocolate or strawberry, chances are it’s going to stay
in the freezer.
Favorite getaway
spot?
The mountains! I like spending the day in the Sierra Nevada
Mountains. Picnicking, hiking, reading, napping in the sunshine. Whatever I’m
doing. I also love to visit the ocean when I can. At some point I’m going to
visit Hawaii. But until then…San Diego will have to do!
A Note to my Readers:
Summer really is as delightful in person as she comes across on her blog. There's only one word to describe her: Awesomesauce!
Information on State of Rebellion:
Everything
has changed.
After
a devastating ambush that left the militia group Freedom Fighters struggling to
survive, Cassidy Hart has been lucky to escape with her life.
Along
with her Commander and former Navy SEAL Chris Young, she's made a shocking
discovery concerning the whereabouts of her father. The militias have moved
further into the mountains. And the secret that is kept there will come with a
price.
But
when the National Guard arrives, Cassidy is faced with a choice that will force
her to decide between friends and family. Omega is getting stronger. The fight
for freedom looms on the horizon.
It's
all or nothing.
And
Cassidy has no intention of giving up.
Excerpt:
“This,” he says,
“is all yours.”
I step into the
room. Weapons and equipment are hanging from every nook and cranny. It’s a
goldmine of war goodies. Chris, however, is holding up a single object. A
rifle. It’s brand new, it’s sleek, and it’s awesome. He hands it to me.
It’s mine.
I curl my fingers
around the weapon, the metal cool against my skin. I test the weight. Not too
heavy. Just right for my size. A scope is mounted on top of the weapon.
“I’ve really
needed one of these,” I say.
“You’re a great
shot without optics,” he replies. “With
it you’ll be unstoppable.” He hoists a backpack. “I packed this for you. It’s
got a new uniform, supplies, equipment. Upgraded radio, night vision goggles.”
He grins and pulls out a small handgun. “There are some nice toys in here, too.
This one’s just your size.”
“You packed this
for me?” I asked, touched. Because with all of the things he’s got to worry
about, it’s beyond sweet that he would go to the trouble of getting supplies
together for me. “Thank you.”
“My pleasure.” He
drapes one strap of the pack over my shoulder. “You’re really in the military
now, Cassie. It suits you.”
“I don’t know.” I
gaze up at his sure, handsome face. “Does it?”
“I wouldn’t lie to you.” He
tucks a loose strand of hair behind my ear. “There’s not a lot of people that
would adjust to this sort of lifestyle so well. You’ve got a gift.”
“I’ve got a great
leader,” I reply, standing on my tiptoes. “You.”
He laughs softly,
placing one hand on each side of my waist.
“Is that so?” he
asks.
“Yes.” I kiss his
cheek. “Thank you, Chris. For everything.”
“Don’t thank me yet.”
About the Author
Summer
Lane is the author of the national bestselling YA/NA Romantic Adventure novels,
State of Emergency, State of Chaos, and State of Rebellion,
the first three installments in The Collapse
Series. She is a freelance writer, publicist and lover of all things feline.
Summer owns WB Publishing, a digital publishing company devoted to releasing
exciting survival and adventure stories. In her spare time, Summer is the
creator of the online magazine/blog, Writing Belle, in addition to being a
co-founder and frequent contributor at NA Alley, a website dedicated to all
things New Adult. She works as a creative writing teacher and consultant, as
well.
Summer
began writing when she was 13 years old, due to the fact that the long
afternoons after school were somewhat boring, and writing stories seemed to
make the time pass a little quicker. Since then she has written many books
about jungle cats, secret agents, princesses and spaceships. She is also a
non-fiction writer, but her debut novels of The Collapse Series are her
favorite books yet. You can find Summer hopping around on the Internet by
following her on Twitter @SummerEllenLane. Want to talk to Summer? Email her
at: summerlane101@gmail.com
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