Due to Mirror's Edge being one of the books in the store and finding out it's author is in one of the forums I use, here's an interview I gave to Carol Davis on it ...
How did you get the book published?
I had already published "Obsessions." When I found out the contract for the QL book series had been extended and they would be doing 2 more books, I submitted 3 proposals and they accepted the one for "Mirror's Edge."
How hard was it to write?
It was more difficult than "Obsessions" because I had pretty much come to the end of what I wanted to say about those characters. Every writer comes to a point where he or she has said all there is to say on a certain topic. So it was a little tough for me to create the story and make it interesting.
What went through your mind when developing its plot?
I knew I wanted to bring the story right up to the beginning of "Mirror Image," and that I wanted to involve Tom and Donna. Other than that, the story evolved bit by bit.
How long did it take to write?
About four months.
If someone had never watched QL before would this be a good or bad book for them to pick up?
It wouldn't be my first recommendation for a newbie. There's a lot of backstory from the various episodes that they'd need to know.
What plans do you have for further published works?
None. I'm working exclusively in fanfic now (specifically, Supernatural fanfic).
What else have you had published?
Just the two QL books.
What was your favorite thing to write in the book?
The family aspects - exploring Max and Kevin's relationship.
What other fiction do you enjoy reading or watching?
In the fan world, Supernatural. For general reading, I like a little bit of everything. Right now I'm reading Devil in the White City by Erik Larson.
Thanks for that CarolD
Erin