![]() ![]() From Shilah being a lot younger, to Allira wielding lightning, there were many ideas that didn’t make it to the final product. ![]() The story changed numerous times and there were about a billion drafts. Being on the road a lot, my mind would always wander. The idea behind the story of The Institute came about from working as a courier. I had a newfound respect for authors and suddenly felt bad about ripping apart books in my reviews on Goodreads. Write a book was #1 on that list. I’ll be the first to admit that I had NO clue how much work went into a book, and it was a little overwhelming. I’d read a book, roll my eyes, and say “I could so write a book.” So, on my 29th birthday, my friend encouraged me to make a 30 before 30 list 30 things to do in the year before I turn 30. ![]() Q: When did you get the first spark of an idea behind The Institute and what fanned those flames?Ī: I used to be one of THOSE people. I hope you enjoy learning a little bit more about this talented author. Recently she agreed to let me pick her brain in a fun little interview. ![]() What started out as a critique swap has turned into a nearly year-long friendship, online of course since she lives “down under”. I met Kayla on Goodreads when we were both looking for critique partners for our young adult dystopian series. I’m delighted to spotlight young adult/new adult crossover author, Kayla Howarth today. ![]()
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