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Wacky Wednesday: Ask An Author #3

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I love the features that some members have come up with on their own. Dark's "Ask An Author" series is one of them - a great look at our favorite authors and some additional insight on who they are. Dark came up with the idea and does all of the work on it - and as such, is a fantastic contribution to not only this GayAuthors.org News Blog, but to the entire site. So, with much thanks, here is the latest in his series:

 


Ask an Author #3

 

Welcome back to another quirky question and answer session with your favorite authors!

 

In AtA #2, we had questions for authors Graeme, Andrew Todd, and Joann414.

 

In AtA #3, we hear from Luka Fox, Johnathan Colourfield, and Andrew Q Gordon.

 

For their protection, the members who asked these questions shall remain nameless (unless they choose to reveal themselves). :lol: Please note that all author replies are copied as is, spelling errors and grammar eccentricities original to the individual.

 

Today’s first author is another Aussie, young newcomer Luka Fox. Since joining GA in October of 2012, this young woman has been posting a delightful coming of age story called Domino. Domino’s main character Jacob gets dealt a lot in that first chapter, but Luka Fox keeps him loveable and engaging.

To Luka Fox:
Do you have any writing rituals?

 

Nothing that I do consciously. But I have noticed that I sit in front of my computer for a good few hours before I can actually start. I don't even think about the story in particular, but it's like I just can't start writing straight away and I need to give myself some time to settle down or whatever. Oh and also music, I can't write without music, but nothing intrusive or anything. I like to listen to stuff like The Lumineers, or Imagine Dragons where the beat is enough to distract me when I can't think, and perfect for encouraging fast typing for when I can.

 

The next author today is Brit Johnathan Colourfield. He’s an actor! as well as a writer, with plans to teach in the future. Now, JC hasn’t quite been around forever, but he has been here since 2008, so that’s plenty long enough. With 27 different stories over the years, there’s a little something for everyone. His latest completed story is The Woman's Game, but don’t let the name throw you. There’s some sci-fi, some vampires, and 60k worth of words to enjoy.

To Johnathan Colourfield:
What is your favorite character in a
GA
story you didn't write? Why?

 

My favourite character in a story would be 'Silver' in
by Nephylim. She really has created a sublime character which is almost as complicated as the author herself. It was an excellent well penned character - and also character revelation and i look forward to hearing more from the character in future tales.


Newly-published and Premium Content (and Hosted) Author Andrew Q Gordon is today's last author. If you’ve been around GA for the last couple years, you may remember Andrew by his pseudonym: Quonus10. Of course, we all called him Q and you still see his namesake in Andrew’s profile pic. It’s lucky Andrew started down the road to being published, because otherwise we’d have never seen pictures of the Mysterious Mike! Or the darling Lil’Q. Wander on by Andrew’s website (http://andrewqgordon.com/) to gawk and say hi, and don’t forget to check out the stories!

To Andrew Q Gordon:
Have you and Mike made your final plans and will it be a big or small intimate wedding?

 

We have not finalized plans for many reasons, most completely lame. But the issue of big or small is one of the sticking points. He doesn't want anything other than a small ceremony. I want some kind of after wedding party - and I don't mean a big sit down dinner with a band and stuff. I think we'll end up a reception at the house - maybe get a tent for the back yard in case of rain. That way we can invite friends and family and not have it be a huge deal. So we're discussing weekends when it makes the most sense.

 


That’s it for now! For more info on these authors, go check out their stories, post in their forums, and/or catch them in chat!

 

Coming next time: comicfan, Cia, and C James.

 

Want to ask your favorite author a question? Simply PM me (Dark)!

 

Until next time!

 

Dark

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Cia

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I like the blend of questions! It is always great to learn more about the various authors that have joined GA, especially when they are spread across so many years. I have to say I really agree with John; Silver is an awesome character!

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Ieshwar

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These were really well answered questions. I love the Ask An Author articles. GA has so many authors and most of the time, we know them only through their stories. The Ask An Author articles let us have a peek at the persons lurking behind those words. Great. :D 

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Andy78

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It's great to read these little snippets from our members, helps to remind us that there is a real person behind the name.

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joann414

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This was a great addition to the daily blog, and very interesting.  Nice to know a little about the person who wrote the stories.

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Krista

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I like these ask the Author questions/answer sessions. Lets people know that we authors are approachable and aren't scary monsters that are going to eat your fingers for asking a question. 

 

Although, I'd still keep them a safe distance away from some of us, never know. *shrugs*

 

Oh.. and a side note, all the authors next time start with a C. I want to scream conspiracy, the Goat definitely has been sket... cliffy. :P

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Mann Ramblings

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I like to know more about the authors. You get some insights into them through their writing, but it's fun to get the additional background.

 

Now I hope Luka Fox has the chance to continue with Domino. I'm on pins and needles!

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