Her entry begins:What I read tends to depend on where I am in my own writing process. When I'm in the midst of drafting my own Celtic fantasy books or short stories, I tend to read books that are as different as possible from what I'm writing. Reading a book too similar in tone or period or style to my own work can influence my own voice a bit, or limit my own imagination. So since I've been writing a few free short stories set in the world of Arthurian Britain, I've been reading mostly contemporary fiction these last few months. One of my absolute favorites that I recently finished was Backseat Saints, by Joshilyn Jackson. It's the story of Rose Mae Lolley, a fierce and fiery woman who after years trapped in an abusive marriage finally determines to break free. Joshilyn Jackson's writing is just gorgeous--lush and rich and lyrical and poignant. And with flashes of humor that...[read on]Among the early praise for Dark Moon of Avalon:
Read the prologue to Dark Moon of Avalon, and watch the video trailer."Elliott brings the Arthurian world to rich life, creating a Britain both familiar and distinctly alien to fans of medieval romances."
--Publishers Weekly
"Passion, conflict, danger and magic combine for an irresistible love story which will keep you turning the pages!"
--Michelle Moran, author of Nefertiti & Cleopatra's Daughter
Learn more about the book and author at Anna Elliott's website and blog.
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