Author Interview with Joseph Samaniego

8/21/2020

Who are you?

My name is Joseph S Samaniego and I am the author of the Carolyngian Age series and the Holland Company series.

I am also a fantasy cartographer and a historian.

The historian part is what I have my Master's degree in.

Where do you live?

Currently residing in Raleigh, NC.

What’s your home life like?

I'm a dad and husband so most of my home life revolves around my family and trying to relax.

via GIPHY

I enjoy cooking, drinking coffee (trying new brands as well) and playing video games. When I get some quiet time I also like to read and research.

What genre(s) do you like to write? To read?

I love to write fantasy and science fiction. I have written a few article on historical topics and published one historical book.

via GIPHY

When it comes to reading, I love to read anything that piques my interest. History, fantasy or science fiction tops the list.

Why did you start writing?

I had a story to tell that wouldn't be confined to my own mind. It evolved over time to become the Carolyngian Age but it never went away so one day I put pen to paper.

via GIPHY

What do you do when you’re not writing?

Playing video games, cooking and spending time with my family.

via GIPHY

Where do you like to go when looking for a new book to read?

I'll usually check out Goodreads or see what my friends have recommended. There is never a shortage in my TBR.

via GIPHY

At what point do you call it quits when reading a new book?

I usually try to get a third of the way in before calling it. I think that the basis for the plot should have already hooked me by that point.

via GIPHY

Are you independently or traditionally published?

Indie!

via GIPHY

How many books/stories have you published so far?

I've published 8 books so far. I've also contributed 4 historical articles.

What book/story are you currently promoting or working on?

My current work in progress is The Fates of Kings and Queens. Hopefully due out at the end of September.

What’s the elevator pitch?

Before they gave birth to a future empress, Gabriel and Syrena were just two young lovers trying to survive in a world drastically changing around them. Soon they will have to decide the fates of their homelands and the people within.

Betrayal, death and war will become welcomed allies and fearsome foes as the two try to prove that they are the leaders history remembers.

How long have you been working on it?

This is a story with the original characters that developed the Carolyngian Age. That's 20 years in the making.

When will it be available to buy? Where?

It will be available on Amazon and possibly a few other locations. I'm hoping to release by the end of September.

How can readers find you?

Anything you’d like to add?

I'd like to thank you for the opportunity! I also want to thank my family for their love and support!

Many thanks to Joseph Samaniego for participating in My Laughably Inane Blog. I wish him the best in all his endeavors.

Welcome to My Laughably Inane Blog!