Today's feature is Mandy Eve-Barnett, author of The Commodore's Gift and The Rython Kingdom

 

Welcome to a local Alberta Author! 
I'm excited to feature Mandy again and share her newest works!

Mandy Eve-Barnett is a multi-genre author writing children’s, YA and adult books. Every story has a basis of love, nature, magic and mystery. Her passion for writing emerged later in life and she is making up for lost time. With ten books published since 2011 and another eight awaiting the editing process, she indulges her Muse in creative as well as freelance writing.  Mandy regularly blogs at http://www.mandyevebarnett.com, where she encourages, and supports the networking of writers and readers alike.  She is also prolific on social media. Mandy is currently the Secretary of her local writers group, the Writers Foundation of Strathcona County, she hosts the monthly Writers Circle meetings and creates weekly writing prompts for the website. She is past Secretary of the Alberta Authors Cooperative and past President of the Arts & Culture Council of Strathcona County Council. Mandy Eve-Barnett lives her creative life to the fullest.

 

Social media links:

Twitter https://twitter.com/mandyevebarnett 

Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/Mandyevebarnettcom/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mandyevebarnett/

Freelance  https://tailoredthemedtosuit.wordpress.com/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandy-eve-barnett-58235250/

Pinterest https://www.pinterest.ca/mandywordsmith/

Website https://mandyevebarnett.com/

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/…/6477059.Mandy_Eve_Barnett…

Amazon author page:   https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B01MDUAS0V 

Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/search?query=Mandy+Eve-Barnett

Publisher:  Dream Write Publishing. www.dreamwritepublishing.ca

 

How many hours a day do you write?

Until recently my writing was restricted by full time work, so evenings, weekends and regular writing focused road trips were my writing opportunities. With a change in my circumstances, i.e. retirement, I thought my writing time would increase. However, I seem to be even busier, go figure, so writing time is mainly when I can fit it in as usual. When a story does take hold though, then I am hyper focused and can spend two hours or more writing without a break.

 

How do you choose which stories you will write?

Once a story idea takes hold, I will usually go with it and let the characters lead me on their journey. At times, a conflict occurs when another idea/character ‘pushes’ in demanding attention. This is the point where I will change direction with whichever character is ‘screaming’ the loudest. Yes, it is a real thing in my head. This happened quite recently when I was three quarters the way through the third book of a crime trilogy manuscript and a main character of a fantasy duology demanded my attention, she won by the way.

 

What is the most difficult part of your artistic process?

Most probably ‘bum on seat’ as they say. There are always distractions and obligations, whether external or internal. Also, as a free flow writer, once the narrative has come to what I feel is a conclusion, there comes the editing and revisions. Not as much fun but vital to ensuring the narrative captivates my readers.

 

Five years from now, where do you see yourself as a writer?

Hopefully, all my back burner manuscripts that clog my files have found respective publishers, and I have connected with more readers, whether in person or online and have increased my literary legacy.

 

How many unpublished and half-finished books do you have?

This is a huge question as new ones ‘pop’ into my head fairly regularly. So, as of today, I have a crime trilogy, a western romance, a contemporary romance, a suspense novel, two short story collections and...the ideas continue to formulate.

 

Was there a person who encouraged you to write?

Actually, not one person but the members of my writers group, the Writers Foundation of Strathcona County. I am honoured to have among these wonderful people mentors, and supporters. Without this group I would not be writing at all. I am proud to have been the secretary since 2009 and do not envisage ever leaving.

The Commodre’s Gift - Steampunk

Under the Buldrick Empire’s rule, Owena finds herself fighting alongside a rebel force. Her aptitude for strategy and swordsmanship come to the fore. When she meets Galen, not only does she fall in love but becomes even more determined to join the fight to restore the rightful King to the throne.

https://www.amazon.ca/Commodores-Gift-Mandy-Eve-Barnett/dp/1988723760

 

The Rython Kingdom

Unaware he is a pawn in a vengeful plan, Guillem’s actions may release an evil witch from her entrapment. The famed troubadour attends the king’s court to recite a marvelous tale but his suspicions are raised by a strange servant. With the help of a wizened old woman, and her beautiful granddaughter, Guillem attempts to outwit the witch to save the kingdom from murder and mayhem. He then finds himself part of a ritual for life everlasting with the entrancing and mysterious Juliana.

https://www.amazon.ca/Rython-Kingdom-Mandy-Eve-Barnett-ebook/dp/B06ZYP7HWB

 

Mandy Eve Barnett shares The Commodore's Gift

 

Welcome to author Mandy Eve Barnett!

THE COMMODORE’S GIFT 

Fighting against society’s feminine expectations, Owena’s excellent strategic and swordsmanship skills come to the fore after an attack and imprisonment of villagers. Running for their lives, a small group escape persecution but find new dangers ahead. Propelled into the world of rebel forces, she joins the battle against the Buldrick Empire. After seeing the failings of the rebel encampment, she makes changes – some well received, others not. Her unlikely champion is a giant of a man, who is feared by all. Their mutual respect and his acceptance of her as an equal propels them to organize a win or die fight to restore the rightful King to the throne.

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 THE TWESOME LOOP

An eighteenth century picturesque Italian Villa holds a hidden past of a pact between two lovers to live forever. They believe their deadly secret will die with them but in their last moments a vengeful spirit follows them into the abyss. Decades later, four modern day guests, all craving a unique and lasting love, experience flashbacks of their past lives. The betrayed wife running from her deceitful husband, the lonely widower unable to find love again, the adulterer searching for the ‘one’ who will accept his specific cravings, the camgirl in search of fulfillment. Attractions, jealousy, forbidden love, all play a part in making the past collide with the present, and the subsequent repercussions.

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MANDY EVE BARNETT currently lives in Alberta, Canada but is originally from England. Her background is diverse and gives her rich experience to utilize in her writing. She has traveled throughout Europe, parts of America and Canada and was born in Africa.

Mandy is passionate about writing to the point of obsession and she succeeded in becoming a published author in record time. Mandy’s venture into freelance writing has been successful and she regularly contributes to Strathcona Connect, an e-zine and the Never Been Better page in the Sherwood Park newspaper, as well as satisfying numerous freelance clients. She is also the Secretary for her local writing group, Writers Foundation of Strathcona County and Secretary of the Alberta Authors Cooperative.

Writing in various genres, Mandy has been published in anthologies, on numerous web sites, as well as regularly blogging about her writing journey at www.mandyevebarnett.com

Her published works are constantly growing with numerous manuscripts pending and ideas flowing - there is no end to her stories. Each tale has a base theme of love in all its forms. Mandy has a deep love of the natural world and a childlike wonder of the magical fairy realm.

For more of Mandy's books please visit www.dreamwritepublishing.ca 

To request additional review copies or an interview with Mandy Eve Barnett, please contact Mickey Mikkelson at Creative Edge Publicity: Mickey@CreativeEdgePublicity.com | 403.464.6925.   

We look forward to the coverage!

Mandy Eve-Barnett talks about The Commodore's Gift and The Twesome Loop

 

Welcome to Canadian author, Mandy Eve-Barnett!

 

Mandy Eve-Barnett is a multi-genre author writing children’s, YA and adult books. Every story has a basis of love, nature, magic and mystery. Her passion for writing emerged later in life and she is making up for lost time. With nine books published since 2011 and another five awaiting the writing and editing process, she indulges her Muse in creative as well as freelance writing.  Mandy regularly blogs at http://www.mandyevebarnett.com ,where she encourages support and networking for writers and readers alike.  She is also prolific on social media. As Secretary of her local writers group, the Writers Foundation of Strathcona County, where she hosts the monthly meetings and creates weekly writing prompts for the website. She has also hosted presentations on a variety of subjects, which are practical, inspirational, interactive and actionable and has a successful freelance business. Mandy is also the past President of the Arts & Culture Council of Strathcona County Council. She lives her creative life to the fullest.

Social Media:

Twitter  https://twitter.com/mandyevebarnett

Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/Mandyevebarnettcom/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mandyevebarnett/

Freelance  https://tailoredthemedtosuit.wordpress.com/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandy-eve-barnett-58235250/

Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/mandywordsmith/

Blog https://mandyevebarnett.com/

Amazon author page:   https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B01MDUAS0V

Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/search?query=Mandy+Eve-Barnett

Alberta Authors  http://www.albertaauthorscooperative.ca/

Publisher:  Dream Write Publishing. www.dreamwritepublishing.ca

What would you say are your strengths as an author?

I am committed to my craft, giving my characters, settings and story lines a unique voice. I draw from the three continents I have lived on as well as a childlike love of nature and the magical realm. I am a strong advocate for the writing community to support, encourage and mentor.

How often do you write, and do you write using a strict routine?

Unfortunately, I have a day job, which seriously cuts into my writing time! So I write when I can juggle it between normal life commitments, my freelance client’s projects and dog walking. I regularly go on writing retreats, which helps a great deal in giving me time to create. I also do not have a TV – although I do watch movies on the laptop.

Five years from now, where do you see yourself as a writer?

To still be enjoying the process of creating and publishing novels – I consider it my legacy. Also to continue being involved with my local writing group, Writers Foundation of Strathcona County, as well as growing my freelance business, and growing a cooperative I am part of, Alberta Authors Cooperative, which focuses on Alberta authors. I am looking forward to having more time to write as I retire.

If you could offer once piece of advice to a novice writer, what would it be? 

Find a local writing group, where you are supported and encouraged. Ensure that they accept multiple writing styles, abilities and genres, while offering constructive critique. Be open to learning your craft continually.

What would you consider to be the best compliment a reader could give your book?

That the story transported through my world building to another place and time and that they empathized with the characters and could not put the book down.

What are you working on now?

I am currently writing and editing the first book of a detective trilogy – The Delphic Murders. The series follows three detectives in three different cities in Alberta. Apart from previously writing a sequel due to reader demand, (Rython Legacy follows the story initially written in The Rython Kingdom.) this will be my first series. It has challenged me to become more of a planner rather than a panster – as writers we are always learning that is what makes this creative pursuit so enjoyable.

 

THE COMMODORE’S GIFT

Under the Buldrick Empire’s rule, Owena finds herself fighting alongside a rebel force. Her aptitude for strategy and swordsmanship come to the fore as she fights for acceptance as a worthy comrade. When she meets Galen, not only does she fall in love but becomes even more determined to end the Buldrick Empire’s tyranny side by side with him.

https://www.amazon.ca/Commodores-Gift-Mandy-Eve-Barnett/dp/1988723760

 

THE TWESOME LOOP

Is it possible to change our destiny, break free from the echoes of our past lives? The Twesome Loop is an erotic romance novel with a reincarnation twist.

A picturesque Italian Villa holds a hidden past of a pact that cannot be broken - a secret untold. Passion, pleasure, and pain play their part as seemingly chance meetings reveal secrets and hidden agendas. One dark secret is coupled with a burning desire to extract revenge. It will see four guests re-living their past lives - for love, for lust, and for revenge.

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B075DRWHXN/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i7