My Interview with PT for Hael's Bells

Hi Hanan,

Congratulations on completing Hael’s Bells. 

     Thanks!

How long did it take you to write it?

     Let’s see, I started writing it at the end of May and posted the final part in September, so it took about 4 months off and on.  Of course, that was over summer, so there were plenty of …distractions… slowing things down.

Distractions?  Like sun, sand and surf?

     More like bikinis, bonfires and beer. lol

Well then that brings us to… what do you like to do when you're not writing?

     When I’m not working or writing, I just like good times with good friends, playing hockey, and getting things done.

So back to writing… What would you say is your interesting writing quirk?

     Hmm… Do I have a writing quirk…? Probably that I need to have music on while I write - rock music; I normally listen to Virgin Ottawa.  
 
So music gets the muse flowing, does it?
 
     Yep, it helps to relax and open the mind.
 
Speaking of music, we like the added touch of AC/DC’s Hells Bells in part 5.  It really adds to the atmosphere at the end.  Was this story inspired by the song?
 
     It wasn’t inspired by the song, no.  But it did fit perfectly with the overall theme and atmosphere, like you’ve said.  Music is a big part of us at Passion Tales.  The core group listens to the same rock radio station, mentioned above, both while at work and at play, and most of the stories are either inspired or accentuated by certain songs.  So I felt strongly about adding Hell’s Bells to the ending of… well… Hael’s Bells. lol
 
So what do you have in the works for us next?

     I’ve been working on my novel, Soul Eater, since the winter – Hael’s Bells is a prequel to it.  With thirteen chapters planned, I have about half of the book written so far.  I’m also working on a joint novel with Lindy called Whispers in the Dark.

Can you tell us a little about Soul Eater?

     Sure.  It picks up where Hael’s Bells leaves off and goes deeper into the character’s dark life, his dysfunctional/brutal relationship with his family, and his search for …something more.  Soul Eater pretty much has it all: mystery and intrigue, humour, dark spirituality, sex and seduction, bloody fight scenes …and more of Hanan’s suave badassness. 

Sounds fantastic!  When can we expect it to be published?

     Thanks.  Well, I’m aiming to complete the manuscript by the end of October.  Then it goes through editing and illustrating – yes, it will be illustrated – So, it should be out sometime in the early new year.  That said, however, I’ll probably publish sneak peeks on my blog.

Great!  We certainly look forward to it.  Thank you for taking the time to talk with us, Hanan.  Now get back to work.

     Thanks. lol  Will do.