Hello dear readers =) I’d like you all to give a warm welcome to author Caitlin Kittredge!
I am a huge fan of her Nocturne City and Black London Series.
She has a new YA novel out… “The Iron Thorn” and is offering a Signed copy of it to a lucky winner…
Enjoy…
When did you first start writing?
I competed my first novel at age 13. It was terrible.
Have you always enjoyed Fantasy?
Yes. I always really enjoyed all types of genre fiction--SF, mysteries, paranormal fiction. I started reading Stephen King when I was about 10 and didn't look back.
Why writing Urban Fantasy?
I'm really drawn to the idea of paranormal elements in our modern world, with all the associated complications and inherent spookiness.
Were there any Books, Movies or Writers that have inspired you?
I was very inspired by Neil Gaiman's Sandman series when I was first writing fantasy in college.
What is your favorite subject in the Urban Fantasy Realm?
Oh, I couldn't pick one--I love finding really obscure fantasy elements and creatures, while at the same time I also love well-known tropes like werewolves and demon hunters.
Favorites:
Favorite Paranormal themed Movie? Let the Right One In (Swedish version)
Favorite Paranormal themed TV Show? Supernatural
Favorite Paranormal themed Book? Impossible question! :P
Favorite Author? Neil Gaiman, Joe Hill, Charlie Huston, Raymond Chandler
Favorite Urban Fantasy Author? Stacia Kane
Favorite Genre that is NOT your own? Crime noir
Favorite one of your Books? The Iron Thorn
Who is your favorite of your own characters? Why?
It's a tie between Jack Winter from my Black London novels and Aoife from The Iron Thorn
Jack because he's devil-may-care and very Id-driven...he honestly doesn't care what anyone thinks of him, plus he's got snazzy magic powers. Aoife because she's very ordinary, and has to deal with otherworldly situations, but she always manages to keep her head and get herself out of bad situations with her brain, rather than relying on others to save her.
Which was the hardest to write?
The Iron Thorn, definitely...it was like a growth spurt in terms of writing ability, and it was SO HARD to finish and polish the multiple drafts, because I kept being convinced I was just making it worse.
What would you be if not a writer?
I'd be a photographer--I love photography of all types and I'd definitely try to make a living out of it if I for some reason wasn't a full-time writer any more.
If you Could be a Paranormal Being, Who would you be?
None...it's a lot of work being a fantasy creature! I would, however, love to have some superpowers.
If you could meet ay Urban Fantasy Character out there, Who would you like to meet?
Either the Locke family from Joe Hill's Locke & Key series or Chess and Terrible from Stacia Kane's Downside books.
Quickies:
Reading or Writing? Both!
Print or eBook? Print.
Hardback or Paperback? Doesn't matter.
YA novels or Adult novels? Depends on my mood.
Library or Bookstore? My mother is a librarian, so I'm obligated to say library!
Summer or Winter? Winter. I hate being too warm.
The Movie or The Book? The book, except in rare cases. I think Fight Club is the only movie adaptation that exceeds the book. Oh, and Bubba Ho-Tep, which is based on a short story by Joe Landsdale. Old Elvis fighting a mummy really needs to be seen on screen.
PNR or UF? UF. I'm not much of a romance reader.
What is your favorite part of the writing process?
When I figure out sticky plot points and get to feel smart!
What is your least favorite part?
Sitting down and getting the plot into a first draft.
The Black London Series in your own words?
Punk rock magic and things that go bump in the night.
Any plans to revisit the world and characters from the Nocturne City series?
Currently, no. The series was always pretty much meant to be 5 books long, and I deliberately left a few loose ends I COULD revisit, but right now my publisher isn't talking more novels.
Can you tell us a bit about your new Y.A. book?
The Iron Thorn is a steampunk fantasy set in an alternate 1950s, about a girl destined to go mad on her 16th birthday, and her search for her brother, who's been kidnapped by the Fae.
Any plans for more Books in the series?
I'm currently contracted for two more.
What is coming up next for you?
I'm working on a number of novels and proposals this year, but mainly working on the third YA novel and the 5th Black London book.
What are you working on right now?
Edits to the second volume of the YA.
Do you have any advice or tip to those who want to become a published Author someday?
Write what you're passionate about, and develop a writing schedule that you can stick with. (Doesn't have to be every day. Just has to lead to steady progress.) And "practice makes perfect" is a cliche, but so true.
Anything you would like to say to your fans out there?
Thanks for being my fans. Thanks for reading my books, and your incredible support and enthusiasm. I love all of you, and you make it possible for me to keep writing!
Thank you so much for being here!
Thank you, Larissa!
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I'd really like to read The Iron Thorn! Thanks for the giveaway!
thais_rpc(at)hotmail(Dot)com
Hey, great interview. I've read the Nocturne City Series and loved it! I've been meaning to read The Iron Thorn since I've heard a lot of good stuff about it, maybe this will be my chance :D
This is such a great interview. I think it's really interesting that writing YA was such a difficult process. I also really enjoyed the question about the favorite character! I love hearing author's opinions on their own characters.
I haven't read a steampunk story before. Would love to try it out with this book. :)
Ah I just saw her adult sci-fi novels at one of the Borders that was closing but because I didn't know much about them I didn't get them. Now I'm kinda sad I didn't after that great post.
What a great interview! I'm adding The Iron Thorn to my TBR mountain as soon as I'm done posting this!
Sunny- Fight Club is one of my favorite movies! :)
theresacole(at)live(dot)com
I loved Kittredge's Nocturn City and Black London series - can't wait to see how she transitions into YA.
This sounds like a fabulous read.
I entered thanks for the awesome giveaway.
The Iron Thorn sounds so cool, and I really want to read it...eventually.
By the way, go libraries!
The cover is beautiful. I'd love to read this.
I've read a couple good reviews of this book. Looking forward to reading it. :)
mpyff(at)hotmail(dot)com
Great interview! I'd been anxiously awaiting Iron Thorn's release. Hoping my scary TBR pile can be tamed, so that I can read it soon! Thanks for doing this contest. : )
I have heard really great things about this book! Thanks for the giveaway!
Thanks for the interview. The iron thorn sounds like a great bk.
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I prefer winter too for the same reason, I also started reading Stephen King at a young age.
This book looks amazing, can't wait to read it.
woo whoo! thanks for this giveaway :)
Diana
Great interview. I see books there I am so wanting to get and read. Oh and Iron Thorn is one of them!
Great Interview!
I'm a fan of Supernatural too! love that show... love the Winchester brothers --> Sam&Dean! ♥♥♥
Iron Thorn has been on my to-read list, so i'm happy someone is giving away a copy and not just a copy, but a SIGNED COPY! Sweet! Thanks for the giveaway!
The Iron Thorn sounds like an awesome book, and I liked your interview with Caitlin :) I think I'm going to have to read her adult series, it sounds pretty awesome too. :)
And I haven't read Fight Club, but I did watch the movie, and I thought it was awesome :) I think I'll have to read it just to see if I think the movie was better :)
thank you for the giveaway! I have heard so many amazing things about this!!!!
-Katie
great interview.I really like Caitlin's books.I was hoping there would be more Nocturne books :(
Bone Gods was an amazing read. I would love to read this book. I am averting mine eyes from spoilers until I do ;)
<3 Caitlin! She stopped by my blog for the PSB and she's been amazing!
Since I can't enter my own giveawya to win a copy, I'm entering yours haha
Thank you!
I've been hearing the title The Iron Thorn, but had no idea it was a steampunk fantasy, and set in an alternate 1950's, that's so awesome. I'm so glad I read this post, now I really want to read this book.
Great interview! I'm so intrigued by The Iron Thorn. I read a couple of reviews saying it was dystopian so up until I read this interview, I thought it was dystopian! Thank you for posting!
I adore Caitlin & have read all of the Nocturne & Black London novels. I think the giveaway is great! Also, I follow both u & Caitlin on Twitter!
Katie S.
Aka Meowmix915
Great interview! I am SO excited to read The Iron Thorn. It's sitting on my shelf, calling to me while I try to do homework. I'm excited to hear it's Caitlin's favorite!
Looking forward to reading The Iron Thorn. Great interview and thanks for the fab giveaway!
I really like photography too, unfortunately I am not very good at it.
I liked the interview but just wonder why the author after mentioning Steven King as an influence, doesn't now include him anong her favorites ?
Thanks for the giveaway.
Carol T
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Haven't read any book by the author yet, but this interview certainly wet my appetite :-) ! Also love that she'd be a photographer if she weren't a writer - after all you can tell stories through a camera lens too!!
I adore photography. I had such a blast with the class in highschool.
Great interview!
Haven't read anything by her, yet, but I've already spotted the London series and they're sure high on my wanted-list. It all looks like a good read!
Great interview! The cover is amazing.
Thank you for the giveaway!
The Iron Thorn sounds great! Thank you for the interesting interview and for this chance! I love everything steampunk and I can't wait to read The Iron Thorn.
Giada M.
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I still haven't read anything by Caitlin Kittredge but I have a number of her books in my list.They seem really interesting!
Thanks for the giveaway!
Thanks for the giveaway. The Iron Thorn sounds really good. Tore923@aol.com
I've been DYING to read The Iron Thorn! It sounds so interesting, I mean, steampunk, 1950's and madness! Can it get any better than that? Oh right - look at that cover! =O So awesome!!! =)
Thanks for the great interview and awesome giveaway!!!
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I'm so sad to read that Daemon's Mark is the last Nocturne book. I like this series, and Luna, the most.
I read the Black London series, but I find Jack to be a bit too harsh to be likeable. Why the female character (Poppy, Petunia??? I know it's a flower and begins with P)puts up with his abuse is beyond me.
Ooohhh, can't wait to read this book!
Great interview. I love the fact that she couldn't pick a favourite book. x
Awesome interview :)
This looks like an amazing tale...I'm dying to give it a read...
Steampunk and the Fae ... sounds stellar :)
Great interview! I've been wanting to read some of her books!
Blazesandbubbles(at)gmail(dot)com
great interview - thanks so much :) I've heard fantastic things about The Iron Thorn and would love to read it!
greetings, Ina
Oh my gosh, I had no idea Nocturne City was finite! Noooooo!
b(dot)cardone(at)hotmail(dot)com
Great interview with great questions!
l love photography too =)
l always get caught in Supernatural when it's on the TV.
Thanks again
booksforcompany @ gmail.com
Loved the interview and I loved the book
Loved the Swedish version of Let the Right One In and also the book. A rare one for me. lol
Great interview! I've been really looking forward to The Iron Thorn. :D
always.and.never AT gmail DOT com
I know I have some discipline hidden somewhere and could use it if I would like to write, cos I do wanna write :) Great advice
Though I've not read any of the authors mentioned I have heard of Supernatural and love it!
Great interview hon. Thank you Caitlin for the advice on writing. Those definitely help. I too love the Let the Right One In (Swedish version), the remake was a scene by scene remake, didn't see the point :( Nonetheless, great interview. I would love to win this. I am literally second in line at getting this at the library, at least that is what it said. Would love to actually own LOL! Thank you both for this :)
Twitter name: @harleyquinn0887
I can't wait to read Iron Thorn! Caitlin's summary of The Black London series makes me want to read that asap :)
jlhsperry624@hotamil.com
Great interview--I love hearing about what inspires authors to write.
Loved the interview, The Iron Thorn sounds very interesting and I'd love to win it.
faefever25 at hotmail dot com
I have had The Iron Thorn on my list for awhile and so want to read her other books as well.
I've actually been curious about The Iron Thorn for months now. :-)
Great interview! I'm sure all your hardwork with this book will show - it definitely sounds good.
And yay for library books! I'm a bit addicted to my library.
Mare
I've not read anything in this genre before. Thanks for the giveaway.
I like the sound of this one. I'd appreciate being able to get a copy and thans for making it international. There's so few of those around. I'll make sure I tweet it.
Iron Thorn Sounds amazing. I've never read steampunk nor know what to do to write in that genre.
Thanks so much for the giveaway :D
I just picked up Street Magic and can't wait to get to it. I also love that Caitlin loves Let The Right One In!
I also love the idea of paranormal elements in this world, with all the complications .Id like to add that Supernatural is the best show ever .
Wee, thank you for the great interview and the giveaway - I really appreciate that it's international.
Oh, and I love Let The Right One In, too :):)
mikki-mano@hotmail.com
I just bought her knew YA novel and I super excited to read it! Also I names my simcity town after her dysoptian city!
Keep meaning to get this one but haven't gotten around to it yet! This would be a perfect way for me to read it!
I laughed at how she said she wouldn't want to be a paranormal creature because it's too much work. I had never thought of that before!
Thank you so much for this giveaway and interview. I love learning about these amazing books. :) I hope to be able to win them and read them.
ChiKittie(at)gmail(dot)com
Thank you for the great interview and giveaway- the book looks great!
Great interview! Thanks for the contest!!
Great contest!
I'm even more excited about reading this book after hearing her say it's HER fave out of all the books she's written--it sure must be something =)
Thanks for the giveaway!
I'd really like to read The Iron Thorn!
@desapd
I've heard so much about this book. Thanks for the chance to win!
chibipooh(at)gmail(dot)com
Thanks for the giveaway! This looks like a great read :)
rain_orchid11 (at) yahoo (dot) com
Thanks so much for the interview! This book is so interesting, thank you so much for the chance to win it! :)
apereiraorama[at]gmail[dot]com
have not read any of her books but iron thorn does sound interesting. hope i win and get to read the book so i can say if i like the author or not!
I have read all of Caitlin's books so far and can't wait for a chance to get my grubby little hands on The Iron Thorn...
Great interview! I'm a big fan of the Black London series, and I'm fond of steampunk, so I'll definitely have to add the Iron Thorn to my TBR pile.
I've heard great things about this book!
Great interview!
Thanks for the giveaway. Another great cover!! This is a new author for me but I'd love to win "The Iron Thorn". I just checked out the Black London series and they look great too. Count me in!
BornajhawkATaolDOTcom
Thanks for an awesome giveaway and for interviewing the author of The Iron Thorn..whee Caitlin Kittredge XD..I'm so excited to read this book it's very interesting..glad you made it international :)
I didn't know that the author had so many books! I had only seen The Iron Thorn, because it's in my wishlist. Thanks for the wonderful interview and for the opportunity, I'd really love read this book.
itzel_library@hotmail.com
this book looks wonderful!!!! i cant wait to see who wins
Hi Caitlin and Larissa :D
Love the interview. I'm interested at Black London series, sometimes I want read UF, because there less romance aspect at that ^_^. I'd read steampunk book before (The Iron Duke), but a little bit confused, with the technology and the term, but sure I'll try to read your book, The Iron Thorn.And thanks for the advice, I want to become author someday ^_^
Ren
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I didn't realize Caitlin had written a UF series. That's so cool! I'm really looking forward to this book and thanks for the giveaway!
Thanks! and OMG I didn't know she wrote all those other books too!
"The Black London Series in your own words?
Punk rock magic and things that go bump in the night."
I love when writers can describe there books in a way that really makes me want to read them!!
I have seen The Iron Thorn in some meme. But this is the first time I saw the author and her interview. thanks to larissa who has brought her here :)
YAY for Steampunk fantasy
Wow, great interview! I'm really intrigued by this book now too. Adding it to my TBR pile right now.
Thanks for the giveaway too!
This sounds like a great book! Thanks for the giveaway
I've heard mixed things about this book, but I really want to read it, sounds pretty good. Thanks for the opportunity!
Oh, and I love photography too and I'm also a fan of Supernatural - seems like we both have good tastes.LOL
xoxo
I've heard great things about this book, thanks for the chance. Fingers crossed :D
Great interview. Totally agree superpowers only. Too many rules with being a supernatural seems like quite a hassle.
Thanks for the giveaway! I'm looking forward to reding this as it seems really interesting. If I don't win it , I'm gonna buy it for sure.
Thanks for this giveaway, and thanks for making it ingernational!
I've heard so many great things about this book, and by some of my favorite authors, so I've been looking forward to reading it for a while, and I'd love to win it! :D
This is really nice. Hoping to win.
melandriaromero(at)gmail(dot)com
I REALLY was intrigued by the description of the book, "steampunk fantasy set in an alternate 1950s"? "Destined to go mad by her 16th birthday"? WOW, I gotta read this! :)
Ooo! Steampunk Fantasy! I would love to read Iron Thorn!
They look like really goodreads. I had never heard of her before. Thanks for the giveaway
Awesome interview and thank you so much for the giveaway!
rdnckgrl0506@gmail.com
Awesome!!
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MACH
Great interview! I would like to read Iron Thorn 'cause I love its cover :)
Syki
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