Book Bloggin' Princess: 🏰 Author Interview Featuring Avery Sterling, Author of Precious Burdens

I have a very talented lady here today to tell us all about her new book, Precious Burdens. Avery Sterling’s love for the romance genre began in her teen years when she picked up her first novel. She was captivated by the sweeping scale of emotions brought about by the words. The experience catapulted her towards learning the art of wielding a breathtaking adventure, with a love that felt authentic. Wanting to inspire people with her own thoughts and words, she finished her first novel at sixteen. It was a step towards understanding the essence of what she wished to create. Most of her youth was spent traveling, searching out the romance and beauty in her everchanging world. From the waves that crashed against the rocky shores of Downeast, Maine, to the warm breezes of the Caribbean, she discovered that love was universal, apparent in its grandest and simplest of forms. Her goal is to write novels an audience can relate to, one that conveys the truth and nature of love…with all the steamy romance.

I’d like to know more about you as a person first. What do you do when you’re not writing?

I stay busy, so balancing out my family, work, and passions are crucial. When I’m not writing, I love to hang out with my kids. I do that as much as I can. I also enjoy making things like soap, candles, etc. I try to catch up on reading material in my spare time. I’m also interested in astrology and spiritualism, so I make the time to research those subjects.

When did you start writing?

I started writing when I was sixteen.

As a published author, what would you say was the most pivotal point of your writing life?

I’d say the most pivotal point in my writing life was when I decided to publish. It was an emotionally toilsome decision because I was torn between pursuing my dreams and protecting the most vulnerable parts of myself. My stories and characters come from the deepest part of me, an extension of my heart and mind. Revealing that to the rest of the world was terrifying, thus pushing the boundaries of my own character. Working through this, allowing myself to take this journey, has helped me grow as a person, and as a writer.

If you could go anywhere in the world to start writing your next book, where would that be and why?

Ireland. My current WIP is based there, and the more I research the country and its history—particularly druidism/paganism—the more fascinating it becomes. I’d love to experience it all firsthand.

If you had 4 hours of extra time today, what would you do?

I’d probably prep meals for the week, and maybe go to the gym.

Where would you like to set a story that you haven’t done yet?

I find Basque an incredibly interesting place, and I’ve considered setting a novel there.

Why was writing Precious Burdens so important to you?

The storyline itself is dramatic, love initiated by revenge. Precious Burdens was important to me because the more I delved into Sarafina and Nye’s story, the more connected I became. Peeling back the layers as their story unfolded, raised a lot of questions within me about self-love, self-worth, duty, and redemption. The love and anguish involved in these characters, and the obstacles they faced, gripped me. In a sense, it left me vulnerable. For me, Precious Burdens was an emotional journey.

What’s next for you?

Precious Burdens has a companion novel, which will be announced soon. I'll be working on that release, and wrapping up a couple of projects.

About Precious Burdens

Sarafina di Ramonicci sets sail for America as the promised bride in an arranged political marriage.

Taken prisoner at sea, she clashes with her captor and demands freedom, only to discover he is planning her future husband’s demise, with her as a pawn in their deadly feud. The challenge of escape tests her loyalty to family, human decency, and love.

Captain Nye Tarquin is a dangerous man. Left to die on the streets of New Orleans, he swears retribution on the man responsible. When he makes Sarafina part of his plan, he isn’t prepared for the fiery vixen aboard his ship, nor his desire to claim her as his own. When passion overtakes honor, he’s torn between his heart and his need for justice.

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Burdens-Avery-Sterling-ebook/dp/B0C8VHNH3V

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