I have the privilege of hosting Lisa Tawn Bergren and sharing with you about her new book here on my blog! This is the second time I have been able to interview her. (The first was on
JOY Blog). I recently had the opportunity to read Remnants: Season of Wonder, Lisa's lastest YA/Teen book. Not only did I have the honor to read and review the book, but I also was able to ask her a few questions that I will share with you! My review, the interview with Lisa, and details about a GIVEAWAY are below!
Did you like the Hunger Games books? Are you looking for
another story like that, but hoping for something with a little different
ending?
Unlike the previously mentioned books, this book offers
hope. The characters in the Remnants book are working to make a difference in
the world, a world that is much different from today’s world. The Remnants are a
chosen people and each one of them has a knight to protect them. Each Remnant
has a gift. And they are all called to save the world, no matter the cost. They
must be willing to give up everything. Some already have, losing everything,
and everyone, that is dear to them. They face many trials along the way and
they do not know all that lies ahead of them. It will be a tough journey ahead.
The story pulls you in and you won’t want to put it down.
When I reached the end of the story, I wasn’t ready for it to be over. I guarantee
that you will enjoy the story and that you will be anxious for the second story
to come out so you can continue reading.
You can pre-order the book on Amazon, CBD, or Barnes and Noble. Also , check your local bookstores.
Interview with Lisa Tawn Bergren
1.
What made you decide to write YA/Teen books?
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LTB - I’ve been reading teen fiction since my
girls got to that reading level—both because I wanted to share some books with
them and be aware of what’s out there to choose from. I was hooked! I now love
YA fiction…it’s so fun, and themes are relevant to people like me who are
middle-aged too!
2. Where did your inspiration come from for the Remnants series?
LTB - I loved the Hunger Games trilogy, but
it got me thinking about a potential dystopian with more hope in it, as well as
a spiritual thread—things I missed in THG. That’s all it takes to get a seed
planted in my brain...
3.
How did you pick the name for your lead character?
LTB - It’s an ancient female warrior name.
Most of the Remnants and their knights are warrior names, because they’re
entering an epic battle!
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couple fun questions
4.
What do you like to have to drink in the morning with your breakfast?
LTB - Coffee with a pack of Truvia and creamer.
5. Since many of us are longing for
summer... What is your favorite thing to do in the summer?
LTB - Ride a river on an inner tube. :-)
GIVEAWAY
Lisa has offered to give one winner a signed copy of Remnants! To enter to win: (1) you must live in the U.S. (so she can ship it to you) and (2) you must comment below to be entered!
A few questions to get you started...
- What did you find interesting from this blog post?
- Did you read the Hunger Games books or watch the movies?
- Have you read any of Lisa's other books?
- What kind of books do you like to read?
- Have you read dystopian books before?
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