I'm hosting a character interview today with Alana Carmen, one of the characters from scifi "The Calypsis Project II: Rebirth".

Can you tell us a little about yourself?

My name is Alana Carmen, and I have been proudly serving in the United Nations Planetary Defense since my eighteenth birthday. I fought alongside my stepfather on Alpha Team for the first five years of the war. After my mom and sister died, I transferred to Calypsis and became a member of Echo Team.

What is your role in the story?

My role is both a gift, and a curse: I'm the voice of reason. Always have been. When things get crazy and people are going off the rails, it's my job to get them back in line so we can devise a sound plan.

What is your favorite hobby?

Singing, songwriting. Music is my outlet, and my instrument of choice was an acoustic guitar. I used to play it on the train to and from school, and in the park on a weekend. I do still get to play on occasion, but . . . it’s a lot harder to find time these days.

What is the challenge you are trying to overcome in the story?

Ending this war. This is probably the biggest challenge I’ve ever faced—the biggest challenge any of us have ever faced. But the conflict has gone on long enough, and now that we know we were fighting in the name of a false cause, there’s even more reason to put an end to it.

If you had one wish, what would it be?

I would wish that our first encounter with the Drocain had been peaceful. Then my mom, my sister, and all the friends I've lost . . . they would still be here, and half the colony wouldn't be lying in ruins. At least we're finally on our way to peace with the Leh'kin, but we still have a long way to go.

About the Book

Title: The Calypsis Project II: Rebirth
Author: Brittany M. Willows
Genre: Science Fiction
The culmination of a thousand centuries of planning is at hand.
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Though the key is gone, the war is not yet over.
Three years following the loss of Pioneer and its passengers, Alana Carmen and her teammates continue their fight against the Drocain Royal Empire. The Calypsis Project has been unveiled. The Nephera have retreated to the edge of space, and the Leh’kin have joined forces with the UNPD.

For once, humanity finds itself on an even playing field.

But with the return of old friends, tensions are running higher than ever.

When Echo Team embarks on a mission to reclaim a stolen freighter from rebel forces, they discover far more than they bargained for. Now they must fight the Nephera head on, or face certain annihilation.

Author Bio

Brittany M. Willows is a self-published author, gamer, and freelance digital artist living in rural Ontario, Canada. Her love of video games and the stories they told are what inspired her to write her own stories, and she has been building fictional universe ever since.
When she’s not writing about post-apocalyptic lands and robots and people gallivanting through the stars, she can be found hunched over a tablet drawing the very same things.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/BMWillows/
Blog: https://brittanymwillows.wordpress.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrittanyMWillows/
Website: http://thecalypsisproject.com/
Amazon Author Profile: https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00GLD94RK


Giveaway
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Title: No Quarter: Dominium – Volume 1
Author: MJL Evans and GM O’Connor
Genre: Historical Fiction / Action Adventure
Volume 1 of 6 begins in 1689 Port Royal, Jamaica with Atia Crisp and her sister Livia shipwrecked and sold into slavery. They are separated and Atia is used as a pawn in a deadly card game at the Swiftsure Tavern until she is liberated by sugar merchant Capitaine la Roche. Hunted at every turn, they take refuge at Cherry Red’s Boutique and meet up with allies including the medication loving Dr. Strangewayes.
Series Description: 
Against the political stage of 1689 Port Royal, Jamaica, the unswerving Atia Crisp is thrust into the world of bondage, violence, beauty and love. Shipwrecked and sold into slavery with her sister Livia, the pair are soon separated and Atia is used as a pawn in a card game. Captivated by her beauty, Atia is swiftly liberated by sugar merchant, Capitaine la Roche (also known as the pirate, Gator Gar), whose past is stained with blood and grief. La Roche works with a network of friends and allies including local strumpet, Cherry Banks, Theodore Binge the card shark and the kindly, medication loving Dr. Strangewayes. Soon Atia and la Roche are ushered away to safety after a mysterious outbreak of scarlet fever wreaks havoc on the city.
Within the luxuriant tropical confines of Dr. Strangewayes’s plantation at the foothills of the Blue Mountains, bonds of friendship are formed and the fierce love between Atia and Capitaine la Roche becomes absolute. Atia is reunited with her sister, piratical father and unexpected old friends. However, nowhere is safe as spies seek out both Atia and la Roche for the bounties on their heads. Neither of them can escape the shadows of their former lives and must rely on each other’s strengths for survival. Their journey leads them to an inevitable conflict that threatens their world, but inches them closer towards freedom.
Now Available:
No Quarter: Dominium – The Complete Series and No Quarter: Wenches – Volume 1


​Review: I love pirates, and this story was amazing. From damsels in distress to slave traders, you have it all, and that set against a historical background. It reminded me of Pirates of the Carribean, and the TV series BLack Sails, both of which I really like. The story never slows down, and the characters stumble from one situation into another. The author's historical research was really impressive too.

I'm interviewing Atia O'Malley today, one of the characters from "No Quarter: Dominium - Volume 1". Thanks for dropping by.

​Can you tell us a little about yourself?
 
I’m Atia O’Malley, daughter of pirate Cormac O’Malley and distant relation to the pirate queen Grace O’Malley. The last name Crisp was something I was stuck with when me ma was blackmailed into marrying the slaver Hansel Crisp. Me older sister is Livia and I have three brothers. I’m a fugitive with a price on me head, have a fear of confined spaces and I follow my heart, not my head.

What is your role in the story?
 
I’m a strong-willed young woman who survives many obstacles and becomes the love interest of a wanted French pirate.

What is your favorite hobby?
 
Let me think, searching for well-aged Irish whiskey? Truly though, being indentured don’t leave much leisure time. Me ma schooled me on how to use daggers and stilettos, it’s my favorite practical skill.

What is the challenge you are trying to overcome in the story?
 
My greatest challenge is escaping from Hansel Crisp and making it home to my da and brothers in Hope Bay.

If you had one wish, what would it be?
 
I wish me ma was still alive, but alas she perished in the shipwreck.

About the Book

Title: No Quarter: Dominium – Volume 1
Author: MJL Evans and GM O’Connor
Genre: Historical Fiction / Action Adventure
Volume 1 of 6 begins in 1689 Port Royal, Jamaica with Atia Crisp and her sister Livia shipwrecked and sold into slavery. They are separated and Atia is used as a pawn in a deadly card game at the Swiftsure Tavern until she is liberated by sugar merchant Capitaine la Roche. Hunted at every turn, they take refuge at Cherry Red’s Boutique and meet up with allies including the medication loving Dr. Strangewayes.
Series Description: 
Against the political stage of 1689 Port Royal, Jamaica, the unswerving Atia Crisp is thrust into the world of bondage, violence, beauty and love. Shipwrecked and sold into slavery with her sister Livia, the pair are soon separated and Atia is used as a pawn in a card game. Captivated by her beauty, Atia is swiftly liberated by sugar merchant, Capitaine la Roche (also known as the pirate, Gator Gar), whose past is stained with blood and grief. La Roche works with a network of friends and allies including local strumpet, Cherry Banks, Theodore Binge the card shark and the kindly, medication loving Dr. Strangewayes. Soon Atia and la Roche are ushered away to safety after a mysterious outbreak of scarlet fever wreaks havoc on the city.
Within the luxuriant tropical confines of Dr. Strangewayes’s plantation at the foothills of the Blue Mountains, bonds of friendship are formed and the fierce love between Atia and Capitaine la Roche becomes absolute. Atia is reunited with her sister, piratical father and unexpected old friends. However, nowhere is safe as spies seek out both Atia and la Roche for the bounties on their heads. Neither of them can escape the shadows of their former lives and must rely on each other’s strengths for survival. Their journey leads them to an inevitable conflict that threatens their world, but inches them closer towards freedom.
Now Available:
No Quarter: Dominium – The Complete Series and No Quarter: Wenches – Volume 1

Author Bio

MJL EVANS wanted to be a writer since she was ten years old. Her motto – it’s never too late in life to get your act together and do something you really love. No Quarter: Dominium is her first book series and she currently writing the next, No Quarter: Wenches. Her sense of humor has been shaped by Monty Python, Black Adder and Red Dwarf, while her dramatic side has been influenced by independent/foreign movies.
You can connect with MJL Evans on Twitter at @artistmjlevans or noquarterseries@gmail.com
 
GM O’CONNOR is a huge movie fan, writer and visual artist. No Quarter: Dominium is his first book series and he’s busy writing No Quarter: Wenches. A lover of sci-fi and history, half his brain lives in the 17th century while the other half sails perpetually through space. He hopes to one day bring the No Quarter Series to film and/or graphic novel format.
You can connect with GM O’Connor on Twitter at @gm_oconnor or noquarterseries@gmail.com

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Today I'm interviewing Mistress Angelique, one of the characters from "Lucky Ones". My questions are in bold.

Can you tell us a little about yourself?

I’m Mistress Angelique. I’m Master Dante’s wife. We are part of the most prestige BDSM community in the country.

What is your role in the story?

I’m trying to pull this community together after the shit-storm Master Griffin has brought with him.

What is your favorite hobby?

Playing with my favorite submissive Raven. There is nothing sweeter than bringing him to his limits and watching him writhe in pleasure.

What is the challenge you are trying to overcome in the story?

I’m learning to put my submissives first and figure out my relationship with my husband.

If you had one wish, what would it be?

​To truly know the depths of Dante’s heart.
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About the Book

Title: The Lucky Ones
Author: Justus Roux
Genre: Erotic Romance
 Karma, baby. We all have to face this bitch at one time or another.  Angelique was so wrapped up in trying to get the biggest piece of Dante’s heart that she forgot that her submissives need her love and guidance. Dante has evolved as a Master, but not as a husband. When Angelique walks away from him, he realizes he may just lose the woman who is his other half.

Master Griffin has lashed out at everyone that tries to hurt him or his. He has schemed and plotted to run this community. Yet, when he tries to take on Master Drake he comes up against an opponent he can’t beat.
Master Mato had nothing but respect for Master Griffin until he is given a submissive named Tao from Master Drake. Drake’s only concern is for Tao’s happiness and he believes she will find it with Mato, yet he doesn’t force his will on her, he leaves it for her to decide. Mato is forced to see Griffin in a different light because of Drake’s actions.

Who will be the lucky ones and walk away unscathed from Karma’s wrath?

Songs I listened to while I wrote “Lucky Ones.”
Lucky Ones- Celldweller
Stay With Me Baby- Chris Corneli
Needed Me- Rihanna
I Hate You, I Love You-  Gnash
Sit Still, Look Pretty- Daya
I Don’t Care Anymore- Hellyeah
What is Love- Empire Cast
Hate Myself for Loving You- Joan Jett
Should’ve Been Us- Tori Kelly
Man Like That- Gina Wingmore
Let it Go-  James Bay
Hello Bitches- CL
Say You Love Me- Jessie Ware
Freedom- Beyonce

Author Bio

Justus Roux is the author of over forty erotic romance novels that range from the paranormal to BDSM. Her bestselling Master Series, Barbarian of Malka Series, and Dom/sub trilogy have earned good reviews from readers and reviewers. When she is not writing she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and is always on the pursuit for new and interesting music to inspire her.

Links

​http://justusrouxmasterseries.com/
www.justusroux.com
Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/justusroux
Twitter:  @justus_roux
Email: storyteller36@msn.com