Interview With Author Felicity Hewitt
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hi, I’m Felicity Hewitt, romantasy author. I’ve completed one novel so far, Violets & Vipers, which is book one of The Shadow Knight Series. Violets & Vipers was released on March 10th of this year. I am currently editing book two and writing books three and four. Book two is scheduled to be released in the fall of 2025.
I am a mother of three and an avid gamer. I love getting lost in fandoms like Baldur’s Gate, Final Fantasy, and Lord of the Rings. I’m a bit of a homebody, and my favorite activities include cuddling under a blanket with a good book, gaming, binge-watching shows or movies, or doing craft projects with my kids.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Violets & Vipers is my debut novel and was inspired by a previous book I read, Under the Oak Tree. It was the first romantasy I’d ever read, and I was hooked. I fell in love with the characters, and when I finished the book, I was devastated. Let me tell you, book hangovers? They’re real, and they’re brutal. I missed the friends I made in the pages of that book, so I decided to write my own, with my own characters and my own story, and thus, The Shadow Knight Series was born.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I’m sure plenty of authors do this as well, but the notes app on my phone is flooded with random thoughts, names, and ideas. Most come to me late at night just as I’m on the cusp of falling asleep.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Jennifer Donnelly’s Tea Rose series will always be one of my favorites, but Under the Oak Tree by Suji Kim has influenced me the most. I loved the angst, drama, steamy love scenes, cuteness, and warm fuzzies—all of it. I still do, and it greatly influenced my writing.
What are you working on now?
I’m currently writing books three and four of The Shadow Knight Series and completing edits on book two.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Social media has helped me the most, particularly X and Instagram. The writing community on X has been so supportive and is filled with wonderful people who are there to offer a comforting word or advice whenever needed. I’ve met many author friends on that platform, and Instagram is a great place to find book reviewers, readers, influencers, and, of course, other authors.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Just go for it! Seriously, don’t let anything stop you. If there is a story in your heart begging to be released, then there are readers eager to read it. Don’t be afraid to follow your dreams.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Remain true to yourself, and always retain your voice. Writing comes with many guidelines and rules, and everyone has an opinion on the best way to perfect their craft, but at the end of the day, if you keep true to your voice and your passion shows on the page, then that is what matters the most.
What are you reading now?
I know What I Saw by the incredibly talented indie author K.T. Carlisle is a bigfoot/sasquatch thriller that I’d encourage everyone to check out and read for themselves.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Continuing on with The Shadow Knight Series. It’s an ambitious project, but one I am passionate about and can’t wait to share with the world.
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?
Under the Oak Tree by Suji Kim
The Hobbit by J.R.R Tolkien
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J.K. Rowling
Author Websites and Profiles
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