Heather’s Bookshelf: Author Interview with Brian Forrester
Book Title: Color the Sky with Song
Released: 06/19/24
Genre: YA Fantasy
Interview by Heather L. Barksdale
What inspired you to write “Color the Sky with Song”?
Forrester: "Color The Sky With Song" was inspired by C.S. Lewis's books, especially the Narnia series. Those stories really sparked my imagination when I was young and showed me the power of storytelling.
How did you come up with the names of your main characters?
Forrester: Honestly, I'm not sure where ideas come from! But I do try to give characters unique names so readers don't mix them up. I also like picking names that somehow fit the character's personality.
Is there anything that you want readers to know about you, your writing process or your book?
Forrester: This is my third book overall, but the second one I've published. My first published book is "The Jungle Within" for young adults. "Color The Sky With Song" is for slightly younger readers, more middle-grade.
If "Color the Sky with Song" was adapted into a movie, who would you like to see cast to play your lead characters?
Forrester: For the main characters who are teenagers, I'd pick actors you might see on Disney Channel. For the bad guy (or gal), maybe someone like Charlize Theron or Angelina Jolie.
When you encounter writer’s block, what do you do to break yourself out of it?
Forrester: When I'm stuck, I just take a walk and get away from my computer for a bit. It always works wonders.
Are there any tips that you would like to share with other aspiring authors?
Forrester: My advice for new writers? Learn the basics of how stories work and how to pace them. Once you know the rules, you can break them if you want.
What is your favorite genre, book, and/or author?
Forrester: I love reading low-fantasy and sci-fi. My favorite book is "Ready Player One," and my top authors are C.S. Lewis and Roald Dahl.
What are you working on next?
Forrester: Right now, I'm working on the first book I ever tried to write. It was too hard for me back then (10 yrs ago), but now that I've gotten a little better, I'm tackling it again. We'll see.
Learn More About the Author and Color the Sky with Song:
My author website: www.baforrester.com
My Instagram: @thebrianforrester
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