
Guest Author Friday – Diana Wallace Peach and Kari’s Reckoning
Who Has a New Book?
I’m thrilled to welcome today’s featured author, friend and guest, Diana Wallace Peach. Diana is a dynamo author who writes and produces books at lightning speed these days. She has disciplined herself well with the time she commits to her writing, yet manages to make time to blog about all things writing on her blog Myths of the Mirror .
Today we’re going to get to know Diana and learn about what inspires her writing, and I’m going to be asking her about the ‘book writing break’ she is threatening to take, to find out if that can actually happen.
About Diana:
I didn’t care for reading as a child – I preferred Bonanza and Beverly Hillbillies reruns, Saturday morning cartoons and the Ed Sullivan show. Then one day, I opened a book titled The Hobbit.
Tolkien … literally changed my life.
I love to write. It’s a luxury I never expected I’d have time for – life got in the way. You know how that goes – kids, work, chores… sleep. I worked for 18 years in business where amassing coin was the all-consuming objective. It required huge amounts of time and mental energy. And for me personally, it was soul-slaying.
Then on September 11, 2001 two planes flew into the World Trade Center. I was working in Connecticut, about 2 hours from ground zero, and remember sitting in a conference room, watching the second tower fall. That tragedy initiated a process of redefinition for me, an evaluation of what was vital and important. Life felt short and precarious, and I started to wonder if it was time to do something that actually mattered.
In a moment of loving kindness, my husband suggested that I quit my job and go back to school (he still wonders what he could possibly have been thinking). I graduated with a Masters in Counseling and a mountain of debt. Oh well. I worked in Burlington, Vermont for peanuts – but, oh, they were chocolate covered! The human experience was sweet and rich. I had the pleasure of working with people who cared deeply about the challenges facing children and families, and I came to understand how the power of relationship, in all its myriad forms, can change the world. In Myths of the Mirror it is called the Belonging.
Then life got in the way again, and Randy and I made a move to the lush, wet, green wilderness of the Oregon rainforest. We live on a mountain a half-hour beyond the edge of civilization in a wonderful community where, once again, I encountered the Belonging. In another regrettable moment of loving kindness, Randy suggested that I write a book rather than work, and Myths of the Mirror poured onto the keyboard. Fast forward some years and more than a dozen books line my Amazon shelf. They have each been labors of love and I hope you enjoy them.
Diana’s latest book, Book IV in her Rose Shield Tetralogy:
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The Blurb:
The epic adventure concludes as the Shiplord vies for what he desires—the throne of Ellegeance. Their power in jeopardy, influencers surrender their oaths, their loyalties fractured. Rose, a child of untrained and reckless talent, once again becomes a pawn in the quest for control.
As the Cull Tarr solidify their rule, Guardian plots rebellion. Catling and Whitt, each gifted with singular skills, seek to sway the course of the conflict. Oathbreakers, traitors, and those desperate to save Rose collide in a final battle for the realm.
Yet, a third player emerges in the deadly game. The kari, spirits of a sentient planet, command the air, water, and land. They manipulate events to satisfy their sovereign designs and care not who survives the human war.
About the Rose Shield Series:
The Rose Shield Series – A blend of science fiction and fantasy.
Welcome to a world of three moons, a sentient landscape, rivers of light, and tier cities that rise from the swamps like otherworld flowers. A planet of waterdragons, where humans are the aliens living among three-fingered natives with spotted skin. Where a half-blood converses with the fog and the goddess plans her final reckoning.
Follow Catling’s journey as she grows from childhood into the deadly force that shapes the future. She is the realm’s shield, an influencer, assassin, healer, mother, and avenger. And all she wants is to go home.
Visit Diana’s Book page to view all 4 books in The Rose Shield series HERE and visit her Amazon author page to check out her many other books!
Now, let’s dig in to our interview! Welcome Diana, it’s a real treat to have you here today.
How did you come up with the name for your blog, Myths of the Mirror?
Myths of the Mirror was my first book and my publisher told me I needed a blog. A what? A blog. My daughter helped me set it up since I’m technologically clueless, and as a newly published author with one literary offspring, I named the blog after my baby. I probably should have named it after moi, but the name’s grown on me, so I’m sticking with it.
You write fantasy, fiction, where do you get your ideas for characters from? Are any taken from real life or are they all fictional?
There’s a scene in the movie Ghost in which Whoopi Goldberg suddenly discovers her ability to talk to the dead and her apartment is crowded with all these characters who want her to deliver messages. That’s what it’s like for me; they just pop into my head with their stories. The only book in which I based the characters on real people is The Sorcerer’s Garden. The three main characters are a version of my brothers and me (without the romantic elements, of course).
You speak of having a muse. Does your muse have a name, and does she nag at you in unexpected moments or must you summon her?
No name for the muse since she’s a changling, and she’s rather miffed at me right now because I’m taking a little writing hiatus. I told her I want her looking for the next book, either an intricate stand-alone or something epic that I can turn into a series. I assume she’s off in the woods or jumping through portals trying to roust it out. She has until the end of the summer, so I’m not worried.
I read on your blog, after completing your recent Rose Shield series that you were going to take a break from writing books. Do you actually believe that will happen or are you already brewing up ideas? (lol)
Oh, I really am taking a break, and it feels good because there are things I’ve neglected for six years that need attention – like the spouse! I’m still being creative, but in different ways, and I plan to get a hammock and indulge in plenty of reading!
You are such a disciplined writer, strictly abiding by your own self-imposed writing time commitments, no doubt you’ve produced many books. Can you please share your ‘secret formula’ with us by telling us what a typical writing day is like for you?
I’m super disciplined and intense about things I like doing, Debby. (The stuff I don’t like? I’m a procrastinator and lazy bum.) My writing routine is to start by 4:30 AM and write until 4:30 PM. No getting dressed, eating, errands, etc. Coffee and bathroom breaks only. In 12 hours, I can cough up about 3000 words.
Now the truth… that’s what I would like to do, and it’s easy-peasy for me to work at that intense level of focus. But… I’m also a blogger, so I make room in there to blog and blogging is Time-Consuming! I made a deal with the muse that I’d write 2,000 words a day, 5 days a week, and I’ve been able to stick to that.
There are many advantages and disadvantages between being traditionally published and self-publishing. I know that your earlier books were traditionally published and now you’re a self-published author. What do you think it was that made you decide to turn to self-publishing?
There were a host of factors that compelled me to cancel all my contracts and go indie. The most significant of them was marketing control. As a traditionally published author, I had no control over pricing and I couldn’t discount, which made promotion almost impossible. My sales were abysmal. After the switch, which included new covers, my sales and profits increased overnight. It was the right choice, and I haven’t regretted it for a moment. It anyone is interested, I wrote a series of posts about the decision starting with: https://mythsofthemirror.com/2016/01/15/goodbye-traditional-hello-indie-part-i/
Can you share with us what inspired you to write the Rose Shield series and please share an excerpt with us from the last of the series, your most recent publication, Kari’s Reckoning.
I think life is more mysterious than our puny brains can imagine, and I like musing over possibilities. I honestly believe that our emotions define us more than our thoughts. Our emotions drive our choices, our relationships, our attitudes. I believe that we have emotional auras or energy fields that interact not only with each other but, collectively, with the world. I also believe that the planet is sentient, a living organism that seeks balance and takes corrective measures to repair itself, just like our bodies do.
So, what if I created a world where emotions could be manipulated by modifying the planet’s “blood.” And what if someone had the ability to shield or block that power. And what if the planet had a voice and an agenda to stop its destruction. All those elements come together in the book.
A short excerpt from Kari’s Reckoning: Book 4.
The sun peeked in the east, the sea a satin sheet of rumbling luminescence. An offshore breeze blew at Gannon’s back, the white haze of smoke bending as he stood on the ridge among the blackened trees. As he expected, the Cull Tarr had incinerated the city, yet they hadn’t stopped there. The crops and pastures and forests smoldered, a legacy of soot.
Except for a frosting of ash, the tiers looked pristine. Had they sagged and reformed? What a strange sight… if anyone had seen it. He chewed on a nail, his hand shaking. The leaden sky rested silently on the tiers, too silent, so silent he heard the crows as they fluttered their wings and alit on the promenade rails.
Men had begun searching the tiers and outer-city rubble at the bleak sunrise. At the bottom of the ridge, Parrie beckoned him with a wave. Gannon ambled down, unsure of his feet. The land smoldered, unbearably hot, red embers glowing in the crannies beneath downed trees. Enough smoke wafted through the air to hurt his lungs, and he coughed.
When Parrie finished with the last sooty man to offer a report, Gannon faced him. “Just tell me.”
The captain spat a wad of blackened phlegm and cleared his throat. “We located a score or two of survivors, maybe double the number in bodies. The rest of them are gone.”
Tragedy gathered on Gannon’s brow. “What do you mean ‘gone’? There were mostly women and children here.”
“All of them, Gannon. They’re gone.”
Connect with Diana:
Website/Blog: http://mythsofthemirror.com
Website/Books: http://dwallacepeachbooks.com
Amazon Author’s Page: https://www.amazon.com/D.-Wallace-Peach/e/B00CLKLXP8
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Myths-of-the-Mirror/187264861398982
Twitter: @dwallacepeach
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7068749.D_Wallace_Peach
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/dianapeach33/pins/
You can also visit Diana’s book page HERE to read snippets about all of her books.
Thank you so much Diana for being here today and sharing some of yourself with us. I read and loved The Sorcerer’s Garden and reviewed it HERE I look forward to reading more of your books that await me on the big fat TBR.
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113 Comments
Tina Frisco
Fabulous interview, Deb and Diana! It’s such a pleasure getting to know more about you, Diana. I love your premise for the Rose Shield series and expect it holds more truth than fiction. You’re an inspiration and a model for disciplined writing. Thanks so much for sharing. And thank you, Deb, for hosting our lovely – and amusing! – friend ??
dgkaye
Thanks so much Tina. Diana is such a dynammo and I too was looking forward to having her over to share some of her writing world. 🙂 <3
Tina Frisco
Welcome, Deb. Your interviews are always inspiring ?
dgkaye
Thank you so much T. <3
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks so much for the lovely comment, Tina. Most of my stories have some connection to reality – just taken a few steps into the fantastical. Lol. Have an amazing day and Happy Writing. <3
Tina Frisco
Welcome, Diana ♥
Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life.
Fantastic interview Debby and Diana.. hammock sounds wonderful.. enjoy.
dgkaye
Thanks so much Sal. 🙂 <3
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks for stopping by, Sally. Deb is a dynamo and clearly did a lot of work on this. Yes, no hammock yet, but it’s coming! Have a wonderful day. <3
Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life.
You too Diana.. ♥
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks so much for the great questions and the feature, Debby! It’s an honor to be over here on your blog, enjoying the day. 🙂 I’ll reblog on Tuesday for more fun. 😀
dgkaye
Thanks so much Diana. It was such a treat having you over. Thanks for checking in on comments 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
I’ll continue to do so, Debby. It’s great fun. I leave on vacation to visit my folks next Saturday, so this will be a great post to leave on my blog until I return. Couldn’t be better timing! Thanks again. 😀
dgkaye
Wonderful Diana. I know you’ll enjoy you’re well deserved vacation!!! I’ll pop by your blog intermittently after you post. 🙂
olganm
Great interview, Debby and nice to learn more about Diana. Good luck!
dgkaye
Thanks Olga 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks so much for stopping by to read, Olga. Debby puts together a great feature and it’s a delight to be here. Have a great day and happy Writing. 😀
Jacqui Murray
This interview just confirmed what I thought I knew about Diana–she is amazing. I am so glad I found you. You will continue to inspire me.
dgkaye
Thanks for leaving this lovely comment Jacqui 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks for the cheers, Jacqui. I’d hardly say I’m amazing, but I am having FUN at this stage in my life. I can’t ask for more than that. Glad I found you too and your wonderful books. Mutual appreciation! Have a great day. 😀
Jacqui Murray
2,000 words a day, regardless. I love that. I always (really, always) get distracted by research, my dog, and my non-fic hat (that usually articles, not as much fun as fiction).
I hope you blog about your writing hiatus. I tried that once and couldn’t escape. I want to see how you do it.
D. Wallace Peach
So far so good on the hiatus, but still tons of blogging. I’m going off-line for a couple weeks to visit my folks and will fill the time with reading.
balroop2013
Hi Deb, your questions have added an extra charm to Diana’s wonderful persona! Her books are so different from usual fantasy and the way she finishes…you have rightly said ‘at the “lightening speed” is a marvel!
I liked reading this interview Diana, you inspire with your creativity, poetic prose and multifaceted personality. The artist in you may be overpowering your muse right now but I am sure the muse is the ultimate boss! 🙂
Love and hugs to both of you dear friends. Have a wonderful weekend!
dgkaye
Hi Balroop. Thanks a bunch for stopping by and leaving your lovely compliments and comments. I’m so glad you enjoyed reading about Diana here today. 🙂 Happy weekend to you to my friend. 🙂 <3
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks for the visit and comment, Balroop. Yes, the muse is a little impatient. But there’s a garden to get in and some painting to get done in the near future. I so appreciate your comments and glad you enjoyed the interview. Happy Writing!
Christy B
Well done with this interview, Debby and Diana! You’re two of my faves <3 I loved reading about Diana's routine, including writing 5 times a week. As for the 4:30 am work start time, I think the great thing about that is that the house would be so quiet at that time 😉 Wishing you both all the best! Diana I have the first book but haven't started it yet – I'm looking forward to the read!
dgkaye
Thanks so much Christy for dropping by and leaving your lovely comments. I too have a few of Diana’s books drowning in my big fat TBR, with yours! I swear I’ll get there eventually. <3
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks for the lovely comment, Christy. The best thing about starting at 4:30 is that by noon, I’ve already got almost 8 hours in! If I quit then, there’s the whole afternoon ahead to do other things. And thanks so much for buying the first book in the series. It’s the place to start for sure. <3 <3
Jessica Bakkers
Thanks for the interview! I’m a big fan of D – she’s such an amazing inspiration to a newbie, wannabe author (namely me)! I’ll be following your blog to see who else you interview and will check out your own works while I’m here ?
dgkaye
Hi Jessica. Thanks so much for visiting and for your lovely compliments. If you’re interested in past interviews you can check on the top bar of my blog where I have them all listed. 🙂 Welcome.
Jessica Bakkers
I fully intend to check them out!
dgkaye
Thanks Jessica 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks, Jess. You are on your way to publishing though! And that’s incredibly exciting. I’m so glad you stopped by to read. Deb’s site is great fun and she’s a huge resource for writing info as well as an accomplished author. Have a wonderful weekend.
Jessica Bakkers
Thanks for your kind words! You’re all so lovely and helpful!
patriciaruthsusan
Thanks, Deb, for this great interview with Diana. I enjoyed it. 🙂 — Suzanne
dgkaye
Thanks so much for dropping by Suzanne. It was a pleasure having Diana over. 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks for stopping by Suzanne. Always appreciated <3
Terri Webster Schrandt
I love reading about a “new-to-me” author! Hi Diane, glad to meet you and I am following your blog, twitter and authoroughly page. I love fantasy and yours looks amazing! Thanks for the lovely interview and introduction, Debby ⚘
dgkaye
Hi Terri. So glad I could introduce you to Diana and her wonderful books. If you love fantasy, you are in for a real treat! 🙂 <3
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks so much for the lovely comment and connection, Terri! That’s one of the best parts of doing these interviews – the chance to meet new people. Thanks for the visit and have a lovely Sunday. 🙂
Terri Webster Schrandt
Thanks
Annika Perry
Debby,this is a super interview and the questions are well thought out and give a lot of room for considered answers!
Diana, it’s great learning even more about you, your writing, your muse. I know the scene from Ghost you mention very well and one of my favourite from the film…now I can visualise how your creative powers work! As someone who always seems to be in a battle between the emotional and rational brain thoughts your answer about the inspiration for Kari’s Reckoning struck a chord with me…a lot to mull over, I just have to quiet that mind of mine! Finally I’m so happy how well self-publishing is going for you. Congratulations! ?Wishing you lots of continued and expanding success! ??
dgkaye
Thanks so much Annika.:) Diana does check in periodically to respond here. 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks so much for stopping by, Annika, and for the great comment. That scene in Ghost is so funny, and I think a lot of us feel invaded by our characters. I like taking things from “real” life, like the power of emotion, and stretching them into the fantasy realm. Happy Writing, my friend. <3
Judy E Martin
A lovely interview ladies. Diana is so disciplined in her writing, it must take quite a strong will not to become too distracted! 🙂
dgkaye
Thanks for dropping in Judy. Yes, Diana is a great example of a disciplined writer. So many tidbits we can take away from her visit here. 🙂
Judy E Martin
Absolutely !! ?
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks for the kind comment, Judy. I’m only disciplined about fun stuff. Writing is like eating ice cream – it doesn’t take much to motivate me or keep my going 🙂 Have a great week and happy poeting 🙂
Judy E Martin
You are very modest, Diana! Hope you have a lovely week ahead. 🙂
Sarah Brentyn
Thanks for hosting and coming up with such great questions (these are perfect), Debby. Wonderful interview, Diana. Love your “ideal” day. Mine would be very similar. Glad you’re taking that break (and look forward to the children’s books that might come out of that break). Also, very much looking forward to the Rose Shield series.
I absolutely love this intriguing idea, Diana: “emotional auras or energy fields that interact not only with each other but, collectively, with the world.”
Have a wonderful week ahead to you both. <3
dgkaye
Thank you Sarah for visiting and reading. Diana is a fascinating writer and I was thrilled to feature her here on my blog. 🙂 xx
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks for stopping by to read, Sarah. There were some fun questions. And it’s nice to get new ones that I haven’t answered before (for me and the visitors!). I do believe that our “energy” works individually and collectively. That’s why kindness is so important even if we only act within our own little corners of the world. Have a lovely week, my friend.
Norah
What a fabulous interview, Debby. So nice to hear about Diana and her books.
dgkaye
Thank you so much Norah. 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks for stopping by to read, Norah. Glad you enjoyed it. Have a great day 🙂
Norah
Thanks Diana. You too! 🙂
roughwighting
Sigh. I love everything “Diana,” and your interview and Diana’s thoughts here did not disappoint, Debby. So much to react to, so I’ll keep it short (or as short as possible). I generally don’t read ‘fantasy,’ but downloaded The Sorcerer’s Garden over a year ago, and it’s still one of my favorite books. I think I’ll next go with Myths of the Mirror, and then to Diana’s new series. I’m so with her about our sentient Earth with emotions and shared energy. Oh. YES. Now, lastly, I think Diana’s muse and mine are cavorting together in the ocean surf and beach along the coast of Kauai, having a terrific time. They needed the break, but they better return in a few weeks!!
dgkaye
Lol Pam, I love your comment. We all have our favorite genres we gravitate toward and sometimes we’ll read books in any genre just because we love the author’s writing. I too am not a big fantasy fan and thoroughly enjoyed The Sorcerer’s Garden. Now, I’m wondering if maybe that’s where my muse has gone too, lol. 🙂
roughwighting
I can see the ‘three muses’ dancing in the surf! 🙂
dgkaye
Lol 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Ha ha ha. Kauai?? That sounds marvelous. How about we go in February?? Lol. Thanks so much for the ongoing support and friendship, Pam. I’m glad you enjoyed the interview. Debby asked some fresh questions, which made it all the more fun. Happy Writing, my friend. 😀
davidprosser
A wonderful interview Ladies.
xxx Massive Hugs xxx
dgkaye
Thanks so much David for popping by. xxxBig hugsxxxxx back to you. 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks, David. Lovely to see you here and thanks for taking the time to read 🙂 Hope you have a week full of love and sunshine. xx Colossal Hugs xx
Sharon, Leadership2Mommyship
Diana your story is so inspiring, and I am sorry to hear that it was such horrific events that moved you to start your writing career. You have such a wonderful personality, and I really enjoy reading your thoughts–struggles on writing, etc. I am a horribly slow reader. I blame my toddler…lol. I am currently reading a book at the moment and plan to check yours out. I love Amazon and this post has really peaked my interest. Wising you all the best!
dgkaye
Thank you for visiting and leaving your comment Diana, Sharon. 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks, Sharon. Toddlers have a way with interfering in most grown-up plans! Ha ha. And they are to be enjoyed because childhood races into the past whether we enjoy it or not. Thanks so much for stopping by to read and leave the lovely comment. Have a wonderful day and Happy Writing. 😀
heylookawriterfellow
So this constitutes a break, D. Wallace? I don’t think you understand the definition of “break.”
Great interview!
dgkaye
Lol, my thoughts exactly Mike. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
heylookawriterfellow
Some people just don’t know how to take a breath. And those people make the rest of us look bad.
dgkaye
🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Ha! Too funny. My breaks are so busy that I need a break from the break!
D. Wallace Peach
Ha ha. I’ve been experimenting with slowing down time, Mike, and I’m not having any luck at all. In fact, it’s going faster than ever. How did I ever find hours each day to write? And I still don’t have time for housework or cooking! Ah well, at least it’s all fun. Thanks for stopping by and making me laugh…as usual.
amreade
This was honestly one of the best author interviews I’ve ever read. I loved learning more about Diana, her work, her personal muse, and her writing habits. Thank you for such a wonderful introduction to Diana!
dgkaye
Wow, thank you so much Amy for your compliments on the interview. It helps that I had great subject matter here too. 🙂 And btw, I have you on my list of authors to interview here if you’re interested. 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks so much, Amy. Debby pulled this all together like a real pro. All I had to do was answer a few questions. Definitely take her up on the offer. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Happy Writing!
L. T. Garvin, Author
Marvelous interview with one of my favorite writer/bloggers, Debby. Diana is so gifted, and her prose is simply magical. She is a good friend and a fervent supporter of so many WordPress writers. I love how she described her characters coming to her like a scene from Ghost. I agree with her also about the power of emotions, and how fascinating that she took the precept and entwined it with the planet’s “blood.”
dgkaye
HI Lana, thanks so much for reading. It was such a treat having Diana over and getting inside her creative brain. 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks for stopping by to read, Lana. I like that scene from Ghost, and I think many writers can relate to having characters barging into their heads with their ideas and opinions. And I’ll second your thoughts on this blogging community we all have going here. It’s a warm and friendly place with some great heart. Happy Writing, my friend. 🙂
L. T. Garvin, Author
I like that scene also, in fact, I think it may be time to re-watch that great movie this summer 😀 Happy writing and happy summer to you!
Mary J. McCoy-Dressel
Fantastic Interview, Diana and Deb. Diana, I bet you can’t wait to see what your muse comes up with after all summer. Enjoy your break.
dgkaye
Thank you visiting and reading Mary. 🙂
Mary J. McCoy-Dressel
It’s always a pleasure.
D. Wallace Peach
Oh, I almost scrolled right past you, Mary! My brain is getting a little soggy. I’ve been blogging straight for 11 hours today 🙂 I think the muse is leaning toward a fallen angel stand alone, with maybe an epic series after that. Hmmm. Not sure. And plenty of time to decide. Thanks for stopping by and Happy Writing!
Mary J. McCoy-Dressel
Oooh, sounds exciting!
lynne hoareau
Absolutely brilliant interview Debby and Diana. Congratulations ! Diana what you said about emotions really rang true with me….and…I do foresee you and that hammock in your pajamas of course. Have a lovely day 🙂
dgkaye
Thanks very much for stopping by here to read Lynne. 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Ha ha. You are so right. It’s after noon here, and I’m still in my pajamas, so there’s no point in getting dressed now, right? 😀 Yes, the hammock is a must!! Thanks for the visit, Lynne. Have a great day <3
robbiesinspiration
A fantastic interview with Diana, Debby. I really enjoyed reading all about her and her writing.
dgkaye
Thanks a bunch Robbie. Glad you enjoyed. 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks for visiting, Robbie. Debby did a wonderful job pulling this together, and she made it easy as… cake! Happy writing and creating. 😀
Bette A. Stevens
Wonderful interview, Diana!
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks for visiting, Bette. Hope you have a lovely week full of warmth and sunshine 🙂
Almost Iowa
Beats a well paid bitter pill any day.
D. Wallace Peach
I agree. I left a fat salary in corporate life for a job caring for people (more education but not considered as valuable, I guess). The chocolate-covered peanuts were delicious, though.
Sunshine
OMG!
You’re extremely FAB. Your writing is really inspiring…
I hope you write more like you.???
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks, Sunshine. I’m so glad you enjoyed the interview and the writing. Have a lovely day and stop by any time. 😀
Sunshine
Thanks! I most certainly will!!!!??
Sunshine
Thanks a bunch. I will definitely visit VERY often.?
macjam47
Thank you for hosting Diana today. It was wonderful getting to know a bit more about her. A fantastic interview!
dgkaye
Aw, thank you Michelle for reading it and the lovely comment. <3
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks for the visit, Michelle. Debby does a wonderful job with these and made it so easy. Plus some questions I haven’t answered before. 🙂 Happy Writing and have a sunshiny last day of May!
macjam47
We did and a glorious sunset!
Erika Beebe
What a wonderfully detailed interview. I enjoyed so much learning about your decisions and life changes Diana. You inspire me 🙂
dgkaye
Thanks for visiting Erika 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
I’m so glad, Erika. It’s a pleasure to look back and recognize a few good choices. 😀 Not that it was all rosy, but I tend to linger on the more positive experiences. Hope you’re finding time to write and enjoying the last of May. Have a great day. <3
Sean P Carlin
Excellent interview, Debby! I am a huge fan of Catling’s Bane (as well as the Myths of the Mirror blog), and it’s nice to get a little insight into Diana’s creative process!
dgkaye
Thank you so much for visiting Sean. It was a pleasure having Diana over. She’s such a prolific writer. 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Thanks for stopping by, Sean. Debby put this all together without me. All I had to do was answer some tailor-made questions! She’s a dream. Thanks so much for the kind comment. I can “talk writing” for hours and it was nice to have some fresh topics. Happy Writing, my friend.
dgkaye
Aw thanks Diana, but it takes two to tango. 🙂
Julie Holmes, author
Excellent interview! I love learning more about authors, especially ones who are wonderful blogging friends as well. And yes about Whoopi and Ghost and all those spirits; sometimes I make them take numbers so I can actually hear what they’re saying 😉
Can’t wait to read these (and all the other ones!) Happy Hiatus 🙂
dgkaye
Thank you Julie. 🙂
D. Wallace Peach
Ha ha ha. That would make a fun skit, though only other writers would understand. Have the characters fill out resumes and audition for the part. Thanks for the visit and the laugh, Julie. Anytime. 😀