Book Details Book Title: Ruthless Publisher: Concepcion Press Back Cover Copy: Seventeen-year-old assassin Cottia is desperate to leave behind the work she’s been forced into. Her lord offers freedom in exchange for one last hit. The assignment is to start a war by killing a target during the Giddelian prince’s betrothal selection ceremony. When the prince uncovers her identity, he offers her a new opportunity. Will his invitation grant her freedom from the notorious underlord? Audience: For teens 13+ Genre: Fantasy Release Date: Ruthless – March 14, 2024 InterviewBrock: How did you come up with the idea for this book or series? or What was your inspiration for writing this book or series? Candice: Ruthless was meant to be something I gave away to my newsletter subscribers, and it was supposed to be a short story. It didn’t turn out to be so short, and I’m only giving away the story to ARC (Advanced Review Copy) readers. Brock: Tell us about the main characters. Who are they, and what makes them unique? Candice: Cottia is an assassin who hates her life and wants to be free of her bonds. She makes a deal for her freedom that requires one last hit. She is Beatriz’s mom from my debut novel, Unbetrothed. Brock: Give us one fact about each main character that no one else knows. Candice: Cottia is very good with poisons and can’t shoot a bow and arrow for the life of her. Brock: In three sentences (or you can choose three words) what is this book about? Candice: An assassin who wants out. Brock: Do you outline the entire book before starting, or do you write as you go and let the characters take control of the story? Candice: I had written only a few chapters of this story years ago and plotted the rest using James Scott Bell plot points on an Excel spreadsheet. Brock: How do you believe this story relates to the lives of readers? Candice: I think many readers have felt trapped before by what people think of them and what is expected. Changing who you are isn’t easy and takes some major shifting in your life. In Cottia’s case, a prince with a weird dependance on this Ancient One changes her perspective with his integrity. Brock: What is your favorite genre to write for? Candice: I loved writing this high fantasy world. I get swept away once I am in the world. But I love writing contemporary fantasy even more. Brock: How many books are planned for this series? Candice: I have about five books planned in this series. All of them are novellas and they’re the backstory for Beatriz’s parents and Laude’s parents from Unbetrothed. Brock: How do you strike the right balance in your book? (Example Romance & Action, Fact & Fiction) Candice: I try to write what I love. I feel like I need to be swept away by the romance, action and mystery. If I can do that for myself, then I feel like I’ve done a decent job. Next, I ask other people because every author has blind spots. Brock: Are you working on the next book in the series? Candice: I wrote the next book in the series and I need to edit it. Brock: Can you give us a hint at the next book in the series? (If it’s a series) Candice: There is a love triangle and a deadly ending. It’s not who you expect and not in the manner I expected. Brock: What do you hope readers take away from the series? Candice: I hope readers take away that they are more valuable than the things of this world. In Beatriz’s world, gifts give people value. But Beatriz had value before and after she received her gift. Brock: What are your hopes for your future as an author? Candice: Honestly, I’ve been very discouraged lately with the whole publishing process. I have no idea where God is leading and I have no idea what it will look like. I can’t see myself not writing the stories in my head. Brock: Sorry, for your discouragement. I understand the desire to share the stories that swirl around in our minds. I think both traditional and self-publishing of titles has a place in the overall book strategy for each author! Thanks for your open and honest answers! Author Details Author Name: Candice Pedraza Yamnitz
Author Bio: Candice Pedraza Yamnitz taught in a bilingual elementary classroom for years until she decided to stay-at-home and teach a crew of imaginative children. So in between reading lessons and converting cardboard boxes into pirate ships, she writes YA novels and chapter books with a Latin twist. She lives in her native Chicagoland. Author Website: http://candiceyamnitz.com Author Facebook: http://facebook.com/candiceyamnitz Author Instagram: http://instagram.com/candiceyamnitz Author TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@candiceyamnitz
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