I'm very excited to be interviewing Devri Walls today. Her book covers are absolutely stunning and every one sounds amazing. Add to that, she's a really cool gal too! What's not to like?!
BOOK 1
Wings of Arian (this ebook is FREE!)
by Devri Walls
Series: Solus #1
Published: April 24th 2012
Kiora thought she had never heard a lie until she was sixteen. But she was wrong. Her entire existence was based on nothing but. She thought that evil did not exist. Lie. That magic was not real. Lie. And that the land of Meros was all there was. One more lie.
With Aleric telling her that evil is knocking on the door and that she is the only one who can stop them she has a choice to make. Refuse, or start the wildest most painful ride of her life.
She reluctantly dips her toe into her new existence of magic and threads, dragons and shapeshifters, and the person who wants to take control of it all: the evil Dralazar.
However, this journey was never meant to be hers alone. She will be accompanied by a Protector. To her disbelief, and utter irritation they name the hotheaded, stubborn, non -magical, (albeit gorgeous) Prince Emane. They will have to trust each other with their lives, but right now Kiora would settle for a non hostile conversation.
And now it comes down to this, If you had never heard a lie, would you know when you heard one? Is knowing good from evil innate? Kiora finds herself having to decide who lives and who dies on those very questions.
BOOK 2
Wings of Tavea
by Devri Walls
Series: Solus #2
Published: November, 2012
She reluctantly dips her toe into her new existence of magic and threads, dragons and shapeshifters, and the person who wants to take control of it all: the evil Dralazar.
However, this journey was never meant to be hers alone. She will be accompanied by a Protector. To her disbelief, and utter irritation they name the hotheaded, stubborn, non -magical, (albeit gorgeous) Prince Emane. They will have to trust each other with their lives, but right now Kiora would settle for a non hostile conversation.
And now it comes down to this, If you had never heard a lie, would you know when you heard one? Is knowing good from evil innate? Kiora finds herself having to decide who lives and who dies on those very questions.
BOOK 2
Wings of Tavea
by Devri Walls
Series: Solus #2
Published: November, 2012
Kiora is rapidly learning that evil and lies come in shades of black and white and swirling greys, but nothing could have prepared her for the shock of leaving Meros.
Kiora and her protector Emane step through the pass into a world they never knew existed but were always meant to save, only to find it far worse than they could have ever imagined. Good has been forced into hiding for its own survival, while the rest of the land bows to the Shadow, a force that pushes any remaining thoughts of Dralazar from Kiora’s mind. This land is full of new creatures, each more dangerous than the last. Her visions have taken on a deadly twist, and magic, or what comes of it, was never so real. And then there is Alcander: a Tavean, their guide, and an entirely different kind of trouble
BOOK 3
Wings of Nestor
Devri Walls
Series: Solus #3
Publication date: June 24th 2013
Kiora and her protector Emane step through the pass into a world they never knew existed but were always meant to save, only to find it far worse than they could have ever imagined. Good has been forced into hiding for its own survival, while the rest of the land bows to the Shadow, a force that pushes any remaining thoughts of Dralazar from Kiora’s mind. This land is full of new creatures, each more dangerous than the last. Her visions have taken on a deadly twist, and magic, or what comes of it, was never so real. And then there is Alcander: a Tavean, their guide, and an entirely different kind of trouble
BOOK 3
Wings of Nestor
Devri Walls
Series: Solus #3
Publication date: June 24th 2013
Kiora needs answers. Who is the Shadow? Who is Jasmine? Are they connected? And even more pressing: how can she stop Shadow from using Kiora’s dreams as a map to find them? They have escaped three times, but are living on borrowed time—and everybody knows it.
Her search for help will push her closer to Alcander, send her to the dragon mountain of Toopai, and straight back to Meros—where magic will finally return to the land of no magic. Answers will be uncovered and plans unearthed that have been waiting for thousands of years.
But with the Shadow’s forces gathering, it looks like the land’s path is hurtling towards one outcome: war with the Shadow and death to all rebels. Armed with knowledge and hope, Kiora is determined to change that path. But will fate allow it? Or will it deal her a hard lesson about following ones own destiny?
BOOK 4
Wings of Lomay
Devri Walls
Series: Solus #4
Publication date: February 4th 2014
Her search for help will push her closer to Alcander, send her to the dragon mountain of Toopai, and straight back to Meros—where magic will finally return to the land of no magic. Answers will be uncovered and plans unearthed that have been waiting for thousands of years.
But with the Shadow’s forces gathering, it looks like the land’s path is hurtling towards one outcome: war with the Shadow and death to all rebels. Armed with knowledge and hope, Kiora is determined to change that path. But will fate allow it? Or will it deal her a hard lesson about following ones own destiny?
BOOK 4
Wings of Lomay
Devri Walls
Series: Solus #4
Publication date: February 4th 2014
Kiora needs answers. Who is the Shadow? Who is Jasmine? Are they connected? And even more pressing: how can she stop Shadow from using Kiora’s dreams as a map to find them? They have escaped three times, but are living on borrowed time—and everybody knows it.
Her search for help will push her closer to Alcander, send her to the dragon mountain of Toopai, and straight back to Meros—where magic will finally return to the land of no magic. Answers will be uncovered and plans unearthed that have been waiting for thousands of years.
But with the Shadow’s forces gathering, it looks like the land’s path is hurtling towards one outcome: war with the Shadow and death to all rebels. Armed with knowledge and hope, Kiora is determined to change that path. But will fate allow it? Or will it deal her a hard lesson about following ones own destiny?
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Author Interview
Her search for help will push her closer to Alcander, send her to the dragon mountain of Toopai, and straight back to Meros—where magic will finally return to the land of no magic. Answers will be uncovered and plans unearthed that have been waiting for thousands of years.
But with the Shadow’s forces gathering, it looks like the land’s path is hurtling towards one outcome: war with the Shadow and death to all rebels. Armed with knowledge and hope, Kiora is determined to change that path. But will fate allow it? Or will it deal her a hard lesson about following ones own destiny?
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Author Interview
How did you come up with the idea for the cover?
I love covers that don’t show the model’s face. I get so frustrated when I see a picture on the cover but the mental picture I create from the writing doesn’t match, it honestly nags me for the whole book. For this reason I was adamant about not showing faces. I knew Emane would be a perfect fit for my first cover, especially with that amazing armband. I gave those guidelines to my amazing cover artist, Claudia at Phatpuppy Art, who took over and framed it beautifully.
What is it about this genre that appeals to you so much?
What is it about this genre that appeals to you so much?
Fantasy has always been my favorite. I love that it’s a total escape, so little is reminiscent of an average day. As someone who struggled with depression for most of my life I always wanted to get away, and as a writer that’s still where I love to be. When I read or write things that make me feel like anything is possible it frees me, flying with dragons and wielding magic does it every time.
What made you want to become an author?
What made you want to become an author?
Honestly, it was an accident. Someone told me once that I should write… because I read really fast. Lol! I know, that’s what I thought too—ridiculous! Despite me thinking it was the stupidest thing I had ever heard those words would not stop rolling through my head. For weeks it chanted, you should write a book, over and over. Multiple times a day this would happen. Finally after a couple of months I said, FINE! I started writing. Would you believe, I can write after all. Wings of Arian is what came of that very first attempt at writing. Amazing how your life can change if you just listen, even when it appears ridiculous.
How do you come up with character names?
How do you come up with character names?
Baby name websites. I am kinda picky on my names and I have learned that taking the time to find them while writing really slows me down. Now before I start a book I spend a couple of hours to pick out a list of names, that way I can quickly pull from it when I add a new character.
Who, or what, inspires you?
Who, or what, inspires you?
I find inspiration everywhere; people, places, things, tidbits of movies, conversations I overhear, anything can spark a stream of storyline. The hard part is sorting through them to see if I’ve got one that’s any good.
Where is your favorite place to write? Anywhere comfortable.
Where is your favorite place to write? Anywhere comfortable.
I don’t like to write at desks.
Tell us a random fact about yourself.
Tell us a random fact about yourself.
I once worked as an Opera Singer for the Macaroni Grill.
What are your (writing) plans for the future?
What are your (writing) plans for the future?
I just went full time author (Woot!) so my plans are to write as much as possible. I have put around two books a year out in the past and am hoping to increase that, maybe double it. We shall see!
Tell us one thing that's on your bucket list.
Tell us one thing that's on your bucket list.
I want to sing with a full orchestra in a beautiful auditorium SO bad!
Who did you want to be when you were a kid?
Who did you want to be when you were a kid?
A singer, actress and lawyer. That meant I would have plenty of time to a be a dolphin trainer on the side.
Devri Walls lives in Kuna Idaho with her husband and two kids. She has worked as a music teacher and currently, a preschool teacher. She majored in theater and her love of a story still drives her today. Thankfully, she has finally found an outlet for all the voices in her head.
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I would be THE pickiest with names I bet! I can just see myself browse baby names more than I actually write baha! Thanks for being on the tour, Suzy!
ReplyDeleteI had no idea Macaroni Grill had Opera singers!
ReplyDeleteYep! It depends on the location to how often they are there, usually weekends and nights. Crazy huh?
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