Halloween Bash - GCC Interview with Linda Gerber
Almost everyone has wished that they could take a glimpse into the future-but what if such visions came unbidden, and they only foretold danger? Linda Gerber weaves this idea into a chilling and satisfying young adult novel with TRANCE (Speak; 9780142414156; October 14, 2010; Ages 12 up; $7.99). Perfect for fans of Wake, Gerber’s latest paranormal thriller is a dark but addictive tale of one girl’s curse to unwillingly foresee future tragedies, and the debilitating toll that it takes on her present life-until she realizes that her unwanted power may be more of a gift than a curse.
Ashlyn Greenfield has always known when bad things are going to happen. Each time that familiar tingling at the back of her neck begins, she knows what’s to come-a trance. She’s pulled in, blindsided, an unwilling witness to a horrible upcoming event. But she’s never been able to stop the event from actually occurring-not even when the vision was of her mother’s fatal car accident. When soulful Jake enters Ashlyn’s life, she begins having trances about another car accident. And as her trances escalate, one thing becomes clear: it’s up to her to save Jake from a near-certain death.
Combining romance and suspense, Linda Gerber delivers a paranormal thriller that is unique in its ability to appeal to sci-fi and chick lit fans alike.
About the Author
Linda Gerber is the author of the popular Death by Bikini, Death by Latte, and Death by Denim as well as two books in the S.A.S.S. series. She lives with her family in Dublin, Ohio.
Interview with Linda Gerber
Your novel in 140 characters (Twitter-version):
“A fast-paced, heart-wrenching paranormal thriller. Trance is addictive.” - Lisa McMann, author of the best-selling WAKE series.
If you could be any kind of dairy product, what would you be?
Graeter’s raspberry chocolate-chunk ice cream, because… well, why not?
What about your main character(s) and why?
Ashlyn - string cheese, because she feels like her life is unraveling
Jake - cream cheese, because he’s smooth and versatile
Gina - Sour cream, because she's kind of saucy and she has a little bit of a tang to her
Do you think in themes? If so, what’s the theme of your new novel?
A person must trust to be trusted.
What piece of fiction or non-fiction did you not write but wish you had?
Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick. What would I give to write like that - and be a trend starter? Plus, if I was the author, maybe I’d get to meet the model on the cover as Patch!
Do you want to pimp any contests or other guest appearances here?
Two more days to go in the Trance Final Countdown contest. Up for grabs, a Sony Cybershot camera, an entire basket of YA supernatural fiction, and more. For rules and prizes, check it out here.
Ashlyn Greenfield has always known when bad things are going to happen. Each time that familiar tingling at the back of her neck begins, she knows what’s to come-a trance. She’s pulled in, blindsided, an unwilling witness to a horrible upcoming event. But she’s never been able to stop the event from actually occurring-not even when the vision was of her mother’s fatal car accident. When soulful Jake enters Ashlyn’s life, she begins having trances about another car accident. And as her trances escalate, one thing becomes clear: it’s up to her to save Jake from a near-certain death.
Combining romance and suspense, Linda Gerber delivers a paranormal thriller that is unique in its ability to appeal to sci-fi and chick lit fans alike.
About the Author
Linda Gerber is the author of the popular Death by Bikini, Death by Latte, and Death by Denim as well as two books in the S.A.S.S. series. She lives with her family in Dublin, Ohio.
Interview with Linda Gerber
Your novel in 140 characters (Twitter-version):
“A fast-paced, heart-wrenching paranormal thriller. Trance is addictive.” - Lisa McMann, author of the best-selling WAKE series.
If you could be any kind of dairy product, what would you be?
Graeter’s raspberry chocolate-chunk ice cream, because… well, why not?
What about your main character(s) and why?
Ashlyn - string cheese, because she feels like her life is unraveling
Jake - cream cheese, because he’s smooth and versatile
Gina - Sour cream, because she's kind of saucy and she has a little bit of a tang to her
Do you think in themes? If so, what’s the theme of your new novel?
A person must trust to be trusted.
What piece of fiction or non-fiction did you not write but wish you had?
Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick. What would I give to write like that - and be a trend starter? Plus, if I was the author, maybe I’d get to meet the model on the cover as Patch!
Do you want to pimp any contests or other guest appearances here?
Two more days to go in the Trance Final Countdown contest. Up for grabs, a Sony Cybershot camera, an entire basket of YA supernatural fiction, and more. For rules and prizes, check it out here.