Interview With Author Alicia Stonecastle
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
First of all, thank you for giving me the opportunity to share my thoughts with you. It is truly a pleasure to be here. My day job is in technology, where I’ve worked as a leader in operations and implementations for many years. But beyond the spreadsheets and systems, I’ve always had a deep love for art, history and crafts.
Even with a busy career, I carried a quiet passion for storytelling–one that lingered for decades. I would jot down ideas, imagine characters, and dream about writing a book “someday.” Eventually, I realized it was time to stop waiting and start creating. That decision led to my first published work, and I hope it’s the beginning of many more stories to come.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The name of my latest book is The Kingdom That Never Existed. It was inspired by my nine-year-old daughter, who insisted she wanted a pet–specifically, a puppy. I wasn’t ready to take on the responsibility, and one day while parked outside a pet store, she brought it up again. Half-joking, I told her we could get a mosquito instead. She crossed her arms, gave me a disapproving look, and told me I was weird. I laughed–and that was the spark. The idea grew into a whimsical story about an imaginary kingdom, a royal mosquito, and the quirky, magical adventures that follow. it’s a tribute to imagination, unexpected inspiration, and the joyful weirdness that makes family special.
. One day we parked at a pet store and she brought it up again, I responded with getting her a pet mosquito to see her reaction, she crossed her arms and told me I was weird. I laughed.
That is how this book was born, a pet mosquito, a princess and a magical world. I wanted a world that didn’t exist but it had similar historical elements to our world, but what if the mountains are pink and the fountains are upside down. How would that world look like, what If the antagonist was an elegant evil queen that is as likable as the hero?
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I spend most of my weekends immerse in writing and creating projects instead of going out or socializing. While some might find that unusual, for me is a form of joy and focus. I get lost in my stories, building worlds or imagining new characters.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love Jane Austen, Louisa May Alcott, Gabriel Garcia Marques, Charles Dickens and Maria de Lourdes Victoria to name a few. I am specially drawn to stories that blend rich character development with historical context and emotional depth.
What are you working on now?
The Origen of Jessi the monkey-girl. It is part of the series of The Kingdom That Never Existed. Another fun and imaginative children’s book. It has a quirky, adventurous tone and continues in the spirit of celebrating curiosity, uniqueness, and the magic of the kingdom.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Youtube has been one of my favorite platforms. I enjoy creating fun and engaging videos that give readers a peek behind the scenes. Whether it; character inspiration, crafting projects tied to the story or book trailers with animation and voices. It helps me connect with my audience in a creative and authentic way.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write because you love it. Do it for the passion, and don’t be afraid to be original. Also take the time to learn how to market your book.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Don’t wait for perfection–start with what you have and grow from there. That mindset helped me bring my ideas to life after years of hesitation
What are you reading now?
A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens. I am always inspired by the way classic authors capture human nature and emotion with such timeless depth
What’s next for you as a writer?
I am working on completing several projects across different genres. My goal is to build a body of work that reflects my love for storytelling in all its forms.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Probably Game of Thrones!
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