I'm delighted to welcome Mackenzie Flohr to the blog to talk about her much-praised book The Rite of Wands. She's a Whovian extraordinaire, a passionate supporter of authors - and her book is in my review list, so expect one of those coming up soon! But enough blather from me, take it away, Mackenzie!
Guest Blog:
One of the most frequent questions I am asked as an author is what inspired me to write The Rite of Wands.
I have always found that question interesting because when you think
about it, inspiration is different for everyone. It may be a memory, a
character from a book, song lyrics, a political speech, a TV series, or
even an actor’s performance. Pure imagination is in all of us—we only
need to discover it, and sometimes storytelling helps. Inspiration can come to us in any shape or form; you never know what or who may inspire you.
Mackenzie Flohr and BHC Press are pleased to announce the upcoming release of The Rite of Wands in hardcover!
In this special edition of the first book in the award winning young adult series, The Rite of Wands, releasing November 11, 2017, readers will be enchanted by a brand new short-story never before published!
Blurb:
One boy…one Rite… And a world of deadly secrets that could change the course of history—forever And
so begins the tale of Mierta McKinnon. When a horrible fate reveals
itself during his Rite of Wands ceremony, he must find a way to change
not only his destiny but also the land of Iverna’s. Forbidden
from revealing the future he foresees to anyone, he is granted a wand
and his magical powers, but still must master the realm of magic in
order to save himself and those he loves. But Mierta is not the only one with secrets…especially when it’s impossible to know who to trust.
Excerpt:
“For
God’s sake, get out of the road!” he heard a voice shout from the
direction of the out of control carriage. “Hail, Mary, full of grace.
The Lord is with thee…"
Mortain
stared forward, frozen, unable to move. Life at that very moment seemed
to slow to a near standstill. He could hear his heart beating in his
ears as the horse and carriage barrelled down upon him. His mind
concluded that this was how his life was going to end, rather than the
way his Rite of Wands had dictated. There was nothing more tragic than
being unable to be who he was.
“Vorbíllion!”
Mortain
was abruptly lifted off the ground and thrown into a nearby water
trough. As he sat up, feeling the water soak through his robe and tunic,
he watched a beautiful woman wearing her long black hair in a twist to
the side substitute herself in the place he had been previously
standing.
She
gazed over to Mortain with annoyance, her green eyes shifting into what
appeared to be snake eyes as she reached out a bare hand towards the
carriage and shouted, “Concye halímo!”
The horse snorted and quickly came to a halt.
Bio:
Mackenzie Flohr is the author of the popular young adult fantasy series The Rite of Wands,
which has caught the attention of Doctor Who and Harry Potter fans
worldwide. Readers agree that Mackenzie has crafted a robust tale of
secrets, mystery, and uncertain destiny that rivals the works of
Tolkien, Lewis, and Rowling. Mackenzie
grew up in Cleveland, OH, chasing leprechauns and rainbows and dreaming
of angels. Her parents nurtured a love of fantasy and make-believe by
introducing her at a very young age to the artistic and cultural
opportunities that the city had to offer. Yet, it wasn't until she was
on a trip to Indiana, viewing a Lord of the Rings exhibit, that the innermost desire of her heart became clear to her. Fans
have become enchanted by Mierta McKinnon, describing him as an
innocent, rambunctious, trouble-seeking, realistic, and believable
character whom has quickly become a fan favorite. The Rite of Wands follows
the young warlock as he seeks to fulfill his destiny and cure the land
of Iverna of a horrendous disease called The Shreya. Readers will find
themselves immersed into his story and feel like they are a part of his
journey.
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