Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’ve written six books – two nonfiction and four fiction, including the highly-praised Alexandria Rising Chronicles, a trilogy that has elements of action adventure, alternative history and conspiracy fiction.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My new book is a YA Fantasy novel, “In Pursuit of The Pale Prince.” I was inspired to write a ‘children’s story’ because it was a venture into a new world and I could create what made up that world including names, places and histories. I was also inspired by my love for the genre including favorites such as Tolkien, C.S. Lewis and Lloyd Alexander.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I write in the margins of life which means I write when I can, how I can and where I can. I’ve written in my car at lunch break, waiting in the dentist’s office and on the sides of mountains.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Tolkien, Tom Clancy, Dan Brown, Susanna Clarke, C.S. Lewis, Frederick Buechner.
What are you working on now?
I’m working on the sequel to, ‘In Pursuit of The Pale Prince.’ I hope to publish it in fall 2019.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Sites like this, Facebook and amazon advertising.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write, edit, revise. Repeat.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
I can accept failure, I can’t accept not trying – Michael Jordan.
What are you reading now?
I am re-reading Ferrol Sams.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I am working on four books and hope to publish the sequel to In Pursuit of The Pale Prince next fall.
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?
Lord of The Rings.
Author Websites and Profiles
Mark Wallace Maguire Website
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Not surprised at any of the answers. Mark has been an encourager and inspiration to me. Love the Alexandria Rising Chronicles! His YA book is fantastic! I highly recommend it.