Over my break, I answered a few questions about The Rose Shield series for Kathy Wagoner’s blog. Kathy’s another speculative fiction writer. If you have the time, stop by to say hi and check out her blog. And have a wonderful weekend!
Author D. Wallace Peach infuses her speculative fiction with vivid prose and intriguing plots. Her twelve published books are divided between two four-book series and four standalone novels. Kari’s Reckoning (2017) is the fourth and final novel in her Rose Shield series, a storyline that explores flawed and compelling characters, a sentient landscape, and a magic system that allows for manipulating emotions. Learn more about Diana and her writing on her website/blog MythsOfTheMirror.com and her Amazon author page, and connect with her on Facebook, Twitter (@dwallacepeach), and Goodreads.
What was the initial spark for the Rose Shield series—a character, the setting, a what-if question?
For any of my books, my initial spark is usually something related to a magic system. I’m a fan of fantasy author Brandon Sanderson and enjoy the structure he brings to the magic in his books, including how he integrates his…
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Now it’s my turn to comment on your interview, Diana! Really excellent Q&A! To echo something you said on my recent post, I really enjoyed getting insight into your creative process, and what inspired the Rose Shield series. I guess we’re in opposite boats: You’re reading my reflections on my novel from the perspective of someone who wants to know more about what it’s about, whereas I’m reading your insights as a fan already, eager to learn a little more about the development of the project!
I didn’t realize that the book was (in part) inspired by your experiences as a counselor. And you’re right about Sanderson: The man is a master at creating worlds with interesting, internally logical systems of magic. That’s harder to do than it appears; I thought you handled that aspect of the series expertly. But, of course, all the cool magic in the world isn’t worth much if the emotional content isn’t there — we’ve all read fantasy that doesn’t make us feel anything — so, for me, Rose Shield is the best of both worlds. Just curious: What kind of reaction are you getting to the series? Have readers reached out to you to discuss it?
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Thanks for taking the time to read the interview! The series is doing well. It seems that most readers (as far as I can tell) are reading all four books, which is pretty awesome. I haven’t heard directly from too many readers, but I do have a lot of non-bloggers following the blog, so it’s possible that the books have brought some of them in. I’m going to take the summer to do some serious marketing, which I’m totally ignored for nine years. Ha ha. I’m hoping that it will bring along an uptick in sales too. 🙂
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Amazing interview, thank you
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Thanks for taking the time to read, Gemma. These are fun to do when the questions are varied and related to specific projects. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Have a lovely week!
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A real treat Diana, a very powerful and revealing interview
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Thanks so much for reading, Paul. I love chatting about books and process. It’s been a pleasure to hang out on Kathy’s site. 🙂 Have a lovely week, my friend. 🙂
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And you Diana Px
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Such a great interview, Diana! And I can relate to the investment in both battle and emotional scenes. I so agree about feeling the emotions and the reader being able to tell if the writer stayed distant. And the Bone Wall was intense, and dark, but very good. The Rose Shield books are waiting their turn in my TBR queue!
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Thanks for stopping by to read, Julie. I think most of us get personally involved with our stories and characters. Part of the reason why this is all so addictive! Hope the Muse is being helpful this week and Happy Writing!
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Thanks for sharing, Traci. Have a wonderful week and Happy Writing!
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A very enjoyable interview, Diana. I found it most interesting that you find sad scenes and battle scenes hard to write because of the emotional investment.
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Thanks for stopping by, Robbie. I do find those scenes emotionally taxing. Writing The Bone Wall as so intense that I was sick for the entire process, became dehydrated and developed a heart arrhythmia that warranted a visit to the cardiologist! I’m fine now, btw, but for a while I thought the book was going to be the end of me! (Future post maybe) 😀
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Wonderful interview, Diana!
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Thanks for reading, Jennie. I love talking books and love questions about process, especially when the are more personal to my books and writing. Have a great Sunday and wonderful week, my friend.
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It was a pleasure read, Diana. Yes, describing the process along with personal stories makes for a terrific interview. This was one of the best. 🙂
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Awesome interview! I love the way you write and give that emotional touch to your stories. Congratulations!
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Thanks for stopping by, Neha. It is an emotional experience for me. Now I’m just editing and it’s sort of boring. Lol. I guess that an emotion too! Happy Baking 🙂
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I absolutely loved the interview!! Your emotional investment in your stories is what makes them so believable, even in a magical setting. I have a feeling your soul swallowing series will have me blubbering… oh to contact a lost loved one! Yet I’m sure it won’t all be hugs and happy reunions, lol. I’m looking forward to the release!
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Thanks so much for reading, Kathryn. I do get a bit emotionally involved with my characters, including crushes! Soul Swallowers isn’t all blubbery and sweet. The experience is a little disconcerting even when with a loved one. 🙂 I’m working away at it. Happy Spring! When does your cart open??
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Hi Diana! I am reopening on March 31 at an Easter Egg Hunt event at a local ranch, and the next day I’ll move my cart to the new spot and plan on opening it in the next few days after that. Schedule is TBD, depending on how my (healing) broken shoulder takes the work. 🙂
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That’s right around the corner! Hasn’t the weather been a pleasant surprise this spring? I forgot about your shoulder and hope it isn’t a problem. Have fun. 🙂
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I dunno, it’s been spitting snow here for four days in a row! But I see sun and 60s midweek!
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You are loved and we enjoy your books Diana. Have a wonderful weekend, glad your back 🌻
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Aww. Thanks so much for the visit and the lovely comment. ❤ You made my day. Have a wonderful weekend. 🙂
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One of my favorite posts is reading how authors do what they do. I’m going over to Kathy’s for a visit.
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Thanks for reading, Jacqui. I love talking shop with other authors and also learn a lot from these types of interviews. Have a great day, my friend. 😀
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Wonderful interview, Diana. Congratulations!
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Thank you, Steven. I love taking about writing and process and was honored by Kathy’s invitation. Have a lovely weekend, my friend. ❤
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Me too. I love watching the evolution of even a thought or single sentence. Enjoy your weekend as well. 🙂
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Loved the interview, Diana. Left a comment on KL Waggoner’s blog. You are amazing and I love learning more about your writing process.
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Thanks so much for taking the time to read, Molly. You are the best! ❤ Happy Saturday!
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Lovely. Nice to know about your books Diana.
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Thanks so much for taking the time to check out the interview, Arlene. Have a wonderful weekend. 🙂
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You too 🙂
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Terrific interview, Diana. I enjoyed learning more about your writing process. Ideas sparked and abounded as I read it. ❤
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Oh good! I get lots of ideas from learning about other authors’ processes and approaches. It’s great fun to talk about writing and books and imagination. Thanks for reading!
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You were interviewed? Oh, fun! Clicking over. Happy weekend hugs.
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Thanks so much for reading, Teagan. Some of the questions have been around before, but there’s some new stuff too. Have a great weekend, my friend. 🙂
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I enjoyed reading that interview – especially as I am coming to the end of Farlander and already have the final book waiting on my kindle. I have not read anything else since starting this series – and you know I think, that is saying something! 🙂 I’m in awe of your process!!
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Aww. Thank you, Pauline. The last book is going to take off and power to the end. I can’t wait to hear what you think when you get to the end. Happy Reading and have a wonderful, relaxing weekend. ❤
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It’s always nice to read in interview with you, Diana.
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Thanks, Mary. Kathy was sweet to ask and I was delighted to participate. Hope you’re feeling better. Have a relaxing weekend. ❤
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Wonderful interview, Diana! 🙂 xo
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Thanks, Bette. It was a nice easy post to line up when back from my break. Happy Writing!
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Wonderful interview. I enjoyed reading it. Our approach to character creation is similar.
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Thanks for reading, Carrie. That’s good to know! I like your characters. All that prep seems to work for me, and I think it helps prevent writer’s block, too. Happy Writing and have a great weekend. 🙂
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Thanks, you too!
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Wonderful interview, Diane. I always enjoy learning more about fellow bloggers!
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Thanks, Jill. I was honored that Kathy asked, and love talking about process, writing, and books. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Have a great weekend!
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I commented on Kathy’s blog but … AHA and HUZZAH … MAY! I’m marking my calendar.
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Feel like doing a little beta reading?? Pretty please. ❤ ❤ I'll send you an email. 😀
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Well, when you go to send me that email, you’ll see my email … asking if you’d like me to. 😀
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You beat me to it. I just replied. ❤
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Lovely interview Diane! ❤
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Thanks, Holly. I was honored to be asked and happy to share. Have a wonderful weekend. ❤
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I think we all are wanting to know all about you, hoping some talent will rub off. 🙂
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Ha! Thanks. 😀
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A great interview! Wow you develop the characters so intimately! That is so cool
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Thanks, Lynn. I try to get to know them before I start, and then we get closer and closer as the relationship develops. As close to real life as I can get it. Have a lovely weekend, my friend. 🙂
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So cool! you too dear
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It’s always good to read more about you!
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Thanks, Basilike. I love talking books and writing, and though some of the questions I’ve answered before, there are always new followers to entice! Have a wonderful week, my friend. ❤
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You too!
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Enjoy it also!🌞
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Thanks for stopping by. It’s fun to do these and I’m grateful to Kathy for the invite. Have a great weekend!
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