Hello everyone!!! So … I have an awesome friend who gave me the chance to do somehting amazing … but more on that in a second.
I’m certain that you’ve all – no matter who you are – know about my absolute favorite author: Bryan Davis. He seems to show up in every. one. of my posts… 😉
Well, today you get to see a picture of all my BD books, my sister’s, and the “families.” (And you get the VERY rare picture of me … yes, I see you, sister, glaring at me.)
Aren’t all those books glorious? I couldn’t find Beelzebed (a BD kids book that I gave my younger siblings for Christmas) … I think that it’s in a box somwhere, so instead, I put in Mr. Davis’s daughter’s book: Precisely Terminated by Amanda L. Davis.
And the time that I got to meet him in person and bought all of his books that I didn’t yet have?????? (I really need to write a post on that….)
And … here are all of my posts (warning … his name appears in nearly all of my posts) involving Mr. Davis, and my reviews for his books.
Why all this stuff about him? Well *squeals* I GET TO INTERVIEW HIM TODAY. YES. Calm down all of you! I KNOW it’s exciting!!
(Sorry to all my two siblings who actually listened to me squealing and hyperventilating over this interview…. I kinda fangirled out. XD )

I would’ve loved to have done a 100+ question interview with Mr. Davis, but I love reading his books, more and didn’t want to take up all of his editing time …. So I’ve settled with seven questions! 😉
What does a typical writing day for you look like?
I get up at around 5 a.m., jog a few miles, shower, have family devotions, eat breakfast, check messages, and start writing. I usually write for 8 to 10 hours, depending on what else I have going on. I take breaks every couple of hours for various activities, including family time, social media, and household duties. I have a office in my home where I park myself most of the day. It’s quiet most of the time. Our dog enjoys breaking the silence.

Ahh, that’s what dogs are for. When you go and visit schools/events, what’s your favorite part (I know that it
was amazing, seeing you in person!)?
My favorite part is talking to readers one-on-one and hearing how my stories have affected them. Many readers have told me that my books draw them closer to God. Some have even said that my stories have kept them from committing suicide. That is amazing to hear.
That’s so cool! I’m sure it’s amazing to hear what your writing does to individuals! What are some easy and hard parts to writing a comedy relief character (like Daryl and Walter)?
I find it easy to write the comic relief parts. Funny quips pop into my head, so it’s great to have Daryl or Walter around to deliver the lines. Sometimes it’s hard to know when to stay serious. I often go back and cut some of their lines out, because it’s not a good time for a joke. It’s great to hear feedback from readers when they tell me that these characters are their favorites. The funny people are popular.
I’m sure that you can have a hilarious quip at all occasions!! Maybe… Comedy-reliefs seem to be a crowd favorite. Do like spaghetti and other pasta dishes?
I do. I like spaghetti, lasagna, and most anything with pasta, sauce, and cheese. Are you inviting me over for dinner?
Haha, maybe… 😉 When you’re not writing or eating (’cause both are important), what do you like to do?
What else is there? I enjoy hiking with my family, simple board games, and talking with my wife. She is my best friend, so I try to spend as much time with her as possible.
That’s cool! Your Echoes from the Edge trilogy is chock full of music; are you a musician, or just your children?
I am not a musician. I love music and have a good ear for it, but I cannot perform it. All of my children have some music training, and some are quite accomplished. Three of my daughters are superb pianists, and one of my sons is an excellent cellist.
Well, you could’ve fooled me that you were a musician! (Though in all fairness, I’m clueless about music…) And finally, what has been your favorite book to work on?
I don’t do well answering favorites questions. Every book has a unique quality that makes it beloved. The hardest book to write was Eye of the Oracle, but it has been one of the most loved by readers, so that makes it a favorite. Reapers was a lot of fun, as were two books that haven’t been published yet – The Scent of Her Soul and Let the Ghosts Speak. They are fun because they are so different from other books I have written.
Yes, I’m sure that that’s quite a hard question to answer … sorry that I had to ask you! Thanks for letting me interview you!
Mr. Davis has some awesome books for sale here (and Amazon), and if you have them at your library GO READ THEM RIGHT NOW.
Also, he has an AMAZING blog that, even if you haven’t read/enjoyed (*gasps* how could you?!) his books, you still should read his blog if you enjoy writing, ’cause he has some awesome tips!
Hey everyone! So, how’s it been going? DID YOU ENJOY MY INTEREVIEW WITH MY FAVORITE AUTHOR OF EVER??? Tell me below in the coments who’s your favorite author, which of Mr. Davis’s books in the picture you think are mine, and what your favorite pasta dish is (and if your gluten-free … I’m sorry. I’m so, so sorry.)! Talk to you then! 😉
August 18, 2016 at 1:39 am
Hey, Alyssa! Glad you got the interview. Reading that post has made me want to read some of his books! Lol
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August 22, 2016 at 5:22 pm
Sorry, your comment got lost! 😉
Haha, thanks soo much! And you should definitely read his books!
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August 17, 2016 at 7:11 pm
Oh, WOW! That is SO awesome!! Fantastic interview! Definitely looking into his books now. 😉
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August 17, 2016 at 9:50 pm
Thank you! XD
Yes, you should!
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August 15, 2016 at 6:07 pm
WOW. How did you swing this? That has to be the most grueling writing regimen I have heard of yet.
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August 15, 2016 at 2:27 pm
Yes, he is great!
Aww, that’s so nice of him!
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August 14, 2016 at 2:45 pm
I haven’t even read any of his books, but some of the fangirlyness infected me on the way through the post. XD
Awesome interview! (also you’re adorable, ‘kay)
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August 15, 2016 at 2:32 pm
That’s amazing!! YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY READ HIS BOOKS, OH MY GOODNESS. (I just really love them…)
Awww, thanks!!! 🙂
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August 19, 2016 at 7:39 pm
It’s so hard moving right now. I have only like three books and no connection to a library. BUT I WILL FIND HIS STUFF WHEN I AM.
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August 19, 2016 at 11:05 pm
Aww! Luckily when we were moving, I was only sperated from my precious books for a couple weeks. 🙂
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August 13, 2016 at 8:57 pm
well i WANT to read Omega Dragon, but my brother is still hoarding it…
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August 15, 2016 at 2:31 pm
Haha, that’s how it was for me when I wanted to read Eye of the Oracle. (I was reading it, but my sister kept taking it…)
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August 13, 2016 at 3:20 pm
Man, how I loooove pasta!! Just anything with pasta is fine by me.
Um, I don’t think I really have a favourite author, but one of my FAVOURITE favourites is Lemony Snicket and of course JK Rowling, and I also really like Lauren Child… Ah here I go again darn it! Pick one Simi, one!!
Simi
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August 15, 2016 at 2:30 pm
I’m kinda picky about pasta… but when it’s something I like, I really like it! 😉
I knooooow!! It’s SO difficult!
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August 13, 2016 at 2:26 pm
OH MY GOODNESS!!! I totally just saw your post on Bryan Davis’s Facebook page and I was like, “Wait?! Is that Alyssa?” I totally freaked out! And yes, I’m hyperventilating with you! This is just too cool! I love Bryan Davis! He’s an amazing author!
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August 15, 2016 at 2:28 pm
When I saw the email from him I think I nearly fainted…. 😛
Yes, he is a GREAT author!
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August 13, 2016 at 1:37 pm
I’m glad you got to meet Mr. Davis. (I am slightly jealous I want to meet him so bad!) I’ve talked to him on facebook often and he is wonderful. Once when I was talking to him I mentioned that I had recently had surgery so I was having to take off work and take it easy for a little while and you know what he did? he sent me the complete Oracles of Fire series on mp3 cd! I am working on collecting his Oracles of Fire books (actual books). when I can I am going to get the Dragons in Our Midst series on mp3 cd and give these two series to my sister.
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