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A former technical writer, Bruce Skye knows the importance of detail. His research for the Deathsong Chronicles included medieval armor and fortresses, as well as Celtic names and magic. "If you create a world, it must be consistent. And that's what I strive for Grayrider's world to be. I've built a database of material for each of the Deathsong Chronicles. Those databases aid me in keeping the world the same from book to book.
"When I wrote Grayrider, I followed the advice of Stephen King. I did not write the book following any sort of outline. I have no more idea than my readers do when I write a novel what will happen in the midst of the story. It makes it more exciting for both the readers and myself."
We interviewed Bruce to find out more about his writing journey.
Thank you for this interview, Bruce. Can you tell us a little about yourself and how long you’ve been writing?
I live in Dallas, Texas. I have been writing all my life.
Do you write full-time?
Yes.
At what point in your life did you make up your mind you were going to become a published author?
After a horrendous divorce ended, I decided to live out my own dreams. This occurred in 2003.
What was your favorite book to read as a child?
I read Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo every year over Christmas vacation.
What is your favorite book at the present?
The books I am most fond are The Lord of the Rings trilogy.
If you could trade places with one author who you have admired over the years, who would it be and why?
I would trade places with Jack Higgins. I adore his work and have modeled my writings on his.
Can you tell us a little about your latest book?
Gabriel, the exiled king of Rivalin, comes before King Airell to warn him the Ansgarian army will invade his kingdom before the night is over. Airell tells him he has no one to send. Gabriel wants revenge for the murder of his family by the Ansgarians. He decides to fight the incursion without help.
As this takes place, Deirdre (Airell’s daughter), flees the kingdom of Cynyr north of Boadhagh. She knows now her mentor, Morrigan, created the Ansgarian army her father has fought for years. She goes south to warn him of her. Because Deirdre does not believe in herself, the young sorceress has difficulty in performing magic. She and Gabriel join forces to defeat Morrigan. But the question remains, can they as their opponent gain more and more magical power?
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