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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… atlas brown, author of The Protest Cove

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atlas brown, author of The Protest Cove | Literary Experimental Academic Intentions
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atlas brown’s latest gift to the public is a treat for all that have endured the halls of academia as writers. Who says that one has to be politically correct to be a good writer? Why not expose your muse? This is one of the many reasons the writer chose to compile a collection of short-stories from her academic experiences.

As an experimental fiction writer, atlas brown makes it known throughout the work (though she fought tooth and nail to be true to her voice) that she was writing to her own beat and drum. There are six stories that will have readers wanting more of the writer’s work. A few of the featured works include: The Sandwich, Jazz Walking, and R.O.S.E.

The author proclaims that her writing is solely based off of what she believes is truth in the form of fiction.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write “The Protest Cove | Literary Experimental Academic Intentions”?

atlas brown: My inspiration for “The Protest Cove” came from writing experimental fiction while in undergrad and accepting that this is the genre that my work fits best in within the world of creative writing. Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… atlas brown, author of The Protest Cove →

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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Julie Gribble, author of Bubblegum Princess

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Julie Gribble, author of Bubblegum Princess
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“Bubblegum Princess” is a story about a little girl who learns to be herself. And how by doing so, she changes the kingdom’s perception of the innate gifts that make her unique.

The story begins with Katy, our heroine, who delights in blowing bubblegum bubbles – a decidedly unladylike habit. But, despite formidable opposition, she teaches the kingdom to love bubblegum bubbles as much as she does.

“Bubblegum Princess” is loosely based on the fantastical real life romance of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, otherwise known as Prince William and Duchess Kate Middleton.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write “Bubblegum Princess”?

Julie Gribble: I read an article about the passing out (graduation) parade at Sandhurst in 2006, where Kate Middleton’s mom got into a spot of trouble when she was seen chewing gum in public. Rumor had it, the Queen was very upset, and forbade Will to see Kate – this was just a rumor of course, fueled by the possibility that Will and Kate did stop seeing each other briefly within the year. Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Julie Gribble, author of Bubblegum Princess →

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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Sierra Kay, author of From Behind The Curtain

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Sierra Kay, author of From Behind The Curtain
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Kay’s “From Behind The Curtain” is a clever suspense fiction. The reader will encounter the story of Dee, who spent  most of her life on welfare, watching her often-absent father struggle with addiction and lately, watching her mother’s battle with cancer.

Dee had paid her dues. When her Auntie M brought her to live in Atlanta, things were supposed to get better. In Atlanta, Dee had new clothes, a full fridge, and her own bedroom.

However, she soon realized there were other issues. The most important was the apparent overdose of Pastor Clifton, her aunt’s best friend and secret love. Pastor Clifton was trying to clean up the neighborhood. So how did he end up slumped over his desk—dead? And why, in a church full of gossips, was no one saying a word?

In Dee’s world, that level of power wasn’t unheard of. But here, it was difficult to distinguish the players and, more importantly, who was managing them from behind the curtain.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write “From Behind The Curtain”?

Sierra Kay: It actually started with a conversation with some friends. We were going to write a play. I’ve never written a play before, but I did write a novel. So I wrote two first chapters. Each one with the same characters, but taking the book in a different direction. It was supposed to be the basis for the play, but the novel kept writing itself. Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Sierra Kay, author of From Behind The Curtain →