Character Development: What inspired you to develop Alice's character in the way you did? How did her journey reflect your own experiences or beliefs?
Answer: Alice's character was inspired by the idea of resilience and growth. I wanted her to embody hope and the transformative power of kindness. Her journey reflects the struggles many face in finding their identity and faith amidst challenges.
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Themes: What central themes did you want to explore through Alice's story, and why are they significant to you?
Answer: The central themes include redemption, friendship, and the impact of faith. These themes are significant because they highlight the importance of community and understanding in overcoming adversity.
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Conflict Resolution: How did you approach the conflicts between characters, such as Alice, Lily, Tom, and Kyle? What message do you hope readers take away from these interactions?
Answer: I aimed to show that conflicts often stem from misunderstandings and insecurities. The resolution between Alice and Lily, for instance, illustrates that kindness can break down walls and foster healing.
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Influence of Faith: How does Alice's faith shape her decisions and relationships throughout the story? Was this a deliberate choice to highlight the impact of spirituality?
Answer: Alice's faith serves as a guiding light in her life, influencing her choices and interactions in profound ways. Grounded in her belief in Jesus, Alice finds strength, hope, and clarity during challenging moments. Her spirituality inspires her to extend grace and kindness to others, even those who have hurt her in the past.
In navigating complex relationships and personal struggles, Alice deliberately turns to prayer and scripture, seeking guidance and wisdom. Her faith encourages her to respond to negativity with love and compassion, reflecting Christ's teachings in her daily life.
Through her journey, Alice demonstrates that a deep-rooted faith can empower individuals to face adversity with resilience, fostering an environment of forgiveness and understanding. Ultimately, her commitment to living out her beliefs not only transforms her own heart but also positively impacts those around her, illustrating the powerful influence of Christian faith in shaping character and relationships.
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Character Relationships: What do you think is the most important relationship in the story, and how does it evolve?
Answer: I think the most important relationship is with The Lord, but as far as Earthly relationships go, I think that Alice and Alya's friendship is the most important. I like their friendship for many reasons, but one that I truly love is because their friendship fits something I love that I found on Pinterest (At top).
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Impact on Others: How did you envision Alice's journey affecting other characters, like Lily and Tom? What did you want to convey about the ripple effect of one person's actions?
Answer: Alice's journey inspires Lily to reflect on her own actions, leading her to change. It conveys that one person's positive influence can encourage others to grow and seek redemption.
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Bullying Themes: How did your personal experiences or observations inform the portrayal of bullying and its consequences in the story?
Answer: I hate bullying. I am Anti-Bullying all the way. I make posts about it all the time. I was bullied at lot when I was younger for caring about my grades. My experiences and observations of bullying informed the portrayal. I wanted to show that bullying often stems from personal pain and insecurity, which can be addressed through compassion. I don't support bullying, but I think that if we could make it change it could change hearts.
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Personal Connection: Do you have a personal connection to any of the characters or situations presented in the book?
Answer: Yes, I resonate with Alice's struggles and the journey of finding faith amidst trials. Many people have faced moments of doubt and growth, making her story relatable.
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Writing Process: What was your writing process like for this story? Did you encounter any challenges along the way?
Answer: The writing process involved extensive character mapping and brainstorming. I faced challenges in portraying the emotional depth of the characters authentically, but feedback from friends and followers helped me improve the story.
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Future Stories: Are there any plans for a sequel or additional stories that expand on Alice's journey or the lives of the other characters?
Answer: YES, OFC!! I can't leave y'all with a cliffhanger! (Or myself lol.) So, I'm thinking about writing a sequel to the story, one with alternating povs, to tie up loose ends like;
1. The drama with Tom/Kyle/Jake
2. Lily's home life
3. Discovering more about Alya
4. Learning about Marcus and Karana
5. GUESS WHAT SOMETHING IS GOING TO HAPPEN WITH ALICE'S MOM!!! Could be something to do with her bf, family, good stuff, bad stuff... Anything could happen but you gotta wait and see!
Plus, if anyone comments ideas/suggestions I will take them into consideration and hopefully weave them into the next book.
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Teen FictionColossians 3:12-13; "12 Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against...
