Abigail is a new character who will be introduced in As Fairydust Settles. She plays an important role in Davey and Mical's lives.
Name: Abigail Trenket
Age: 24
What book/s are you in? As Fairydust Settles
Where do you work? I don't work...I stay home, and cook and clean.
Where do you live? With my husband of five years in a small town in Wisconsin: Diamond Bluff.
Favorite place to relax? In the basement, making jewelry. I take most of it apart once it's made, so I can reuse the beads. I just like making it.
What is your favorite food to eat on a bad day? Who doesn't love chocolate?
What's your biggest regret? This is going to sound terrible, but...jumping into marriage. Nineteen was too young for me.
What is your preferred method of communication? (Face to face, letter, phone call...) Face to face, while holding a warm mug of hot chocolate, and leaving open the possibility of hugs.
What Fruit of the Spirit is God working on you the most in? Oh, that's a hard one. I think the one He's focusing on now--or perhaps I should say the one that I'm focusing on--is Peace. He's helping me be at peace and content with my situation and the results of my decisions.
Questions courtesy of Emily. Thanks!
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Monday, April 8, 2013
Monday, March 25, 2013
Character Interview: Jonathan Benson
Name: Jonathan Benson
Age: 22
What book/s are you in? Shrouded Jewels and As Fairydust Settles
Where do you work? I'm a tutor at my college.
Where do you live? A suburb of Minneapolis, with my father.
Favorite place to relax? Up in a tree.
What would your dream job be? Something where taking things apart to see how they work would be part of my every day duties. Engineer? I don't know what engineers actually do...
How do you get along with your Dad? Mostly, we try to avoid each other. It's pretty easy in a house this size. We get along okay when we do talk, though.
Do you play any instruments? The guitar, kind of.
Describe a typical day in Jonathan's world. Oh, boy. Let's see...get up, make breakfast for Dad and me, and leave his outside his office. Then run back downstairs so I don't have to see him...haha. (Kidding.) Study, head to class, come home and study or cook more. I'm so boring. I like the days Davey comes to fix the security system... I help with that sometimes.
And finally, are you hungry? Always. Are you offering to feed me?
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Age: 22
What book/s are you in? Shrouded Jewels and As Fairydust Settles
Where do you work? I'm a tutor at my college.
Where do you live? A suburb of Minneapolis, with my father.
Favorite place to relax? Up in a tree.
What would your dream job be? Something where taking things apart to see how they work would be part of my every day duties. Engineer? I don't know what engineers actually do...
How do you get along with your Dad? Mostly, we try to avoid each other. It's pretty easy in a house this size. We get along okay when we do talk, though.
Do you play any instruments? The guitar, kind of.
Describe a typical day in Jonathan's world. Oh, boy. Let's see...get up, make breakfast for Dad and me, and leave his outside his office. Then run back downstairs so I don't have to see him...haha. (Kidding.) Study, head to class, come home and study or cook more. I'm so boring. I like the days Davey comes to fix the security system... I help with that sometimes.
And finally, are you hungry? Always. Are you offering to feed me?
Questions courtesy of Kateri and Megan. Thank you!
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Monday, March 18, 2013
Character Interview: Davey Blake
Name: Davey Blake
Age: 27
What book/s are you in? Forgotten Memories, Shrouded Jewels, and As Fairydust Settles
Where do you work? I work at Mr. Benson's, taking care of his security system.
Where do you live? A suburb of Minneapolis, in a cottage with my wife Mical.
Favorite place to relax? Outside, in the shade of the trees.
What does the word 'Irresponsible' mean to you? Knowing what needs to be done, and choosing not to do it.
Do you consider yourself to be an introvert or an extrovert? Extrovert, no question.
Is cooking one of your passions? Not as much as it is for my dad, but I do enjoy it.
Describe your life in 3 words. Unexpected. Frustrating. Blessed.
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Age: 27
What book/s are you in? Forgotten Memories, Shrouded Jewels, and As Fairydust Settles
Where do you work? I work at Mr. Benson's, taking care of his security system.
Where do you live? A suburb of Minneapolis, in a cottage with my wife Mical.
Favorite place to relax? Outside, in the shade of the trees.
What does the word 'Irresponsible' mean to you? Knowing what needs to be done, and choosing not to do it.
Do you consider yourself to be an introvert or an extrovert? Extrovert, no question.
Is cooking one of your passions? Not as much as it is for my dad, but I do enjoy it.
Describe your life in 3 words. Unexpected. Frustrating. Blessed.
Questions courtesy of Kateri and Megan. Thank you!
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Monday, March 11, 2013
Character Interview: Mical Blake
Name: Mical Blake (formerly Benson)
Age: 26
What book/s are you in? Forgotten Memories, Shrouded Jewels, and As Fairydust Settles
Where do you work? I don't work...I go to business school at the U of M.
Where do you live? A suburb of Minneapolis, in a cottage with my husband Davey.
Favorite place to relax? There's a student center in the university that's somewhat quiet.
Why don't you trust Jonathan? I trust him enough.
Who do you tend to confide in when you are feeling down? No one, usually. Sometimes Anna, and sometimes Chrissy.
Mira is your older sister, but do you feel like you often act in her place? Not so much now as when we were younger. She seems to be gaining her own strength now.
What is your relationship with your dad like? Nonexistent. That's how it should stay.
Describe your life in 2 words: Messy. Wrong.
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Age: 26
What book/s are you in? Forgotten Memories, Shrouded Jewels, and As Fairydust Settles
Where do you work? I don't work...I go to business school at the U of M.
Where do you live? A suburb of Minneapolis, in a cottage with my husband Davey.
Favorite place to relax? There's a student center in the university that's somewhat quiet.
Why don't you trust Jonathan? I trust him enough.
Who do you tend to confide in when you are feeling down? No one, usually. Sometimes Anna, and sometimes Chrissy.
Mira is your older sister, but do you feel like you often act in her place? Not so much now as when we were younger. She seems to be gaining her own strength now.
What is your relationship with your dad like? Nonexistent. That's how it should stay.
Describe your life in 2 words: Messy. Wrong.
Questions courtesy of Kateri and Megan. Thank you!
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Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Book Excerpt: Shrouded Jewels
Shrouded Jewels is available on Amazon, Lulu, the Nook, and Kindle.
“Who are we spying on today?” Mical Benson asked, dropping to her knees on the floor beside her sister. They peered through the blinds of the massive dining room window.
Mira shrugged. “I’ve never seen him before.”
The dark-haired stranger walked up the long driveway to their front door. He was beyond out of place, as he stood next to their manicured lawn and perfectly trimmed bushes. His hair probably hadn’t seen a brush that morning, and his clothes—jeans and a button-up plaid shirt—were more appropriate for a day on a farm than a business meeting with their father.
“Watch,” Mical said. “Dad will shoo him away. I wonder how he got through the front gate.”
Mira didn’t respond.
“Maybe Eduardo left it open.”
“Oh, I hope not,” Mira said, with sudden concern for the security manager’s welfare.
“This being your first offense,” Mical said, lowering her voice in a comical rendition of her father, “I won’t kill you. Cross me again…” She let the words linger.
Mira shook her head. “Don’t joke, Mical.”
Mical returned her gaze to the approaching young man. “Why is he here?” She watched his stride with a touch of—she didn’t know what. “You’ve at least got to admire his audacity.”
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“Who are we spying on today?” Mical Benson asked, dropping to her knees on the floor beside her sister. They peered through the blinds of the massive dining room window.
Mira shrugged. “I’ve never seen him before.”
The dark-haired stranger walked up the long driveway to their front door. He was beyond out of place, as he stood next to their manicured lawn and perfectly trimmed bushes. His hair probably hadn’t seen a brush that morning, and his clothes—jeans and a button-up plaid shirt—were more appropriate for a day on a farm than a business meeting with their father.
“Watch,” Mical said. “Dad will shoo him away. I wonder how he got through the front gate.”
Mira didn’t respond.
“Maybe Eduardo left it open.”
“Oh, I hope not,” Mira said, with sudden concern for the security manager’s welfare.
“This being your first offense,” Mical said, lowering her voice in a comical rendition of her father, “I won’t kill you. Cross me again…” She let the words linger.
Mira shook her head. “Don’t joke, Mical.”
Mical returned her gaze to the approaching young man. “Why is he here?” She watched his stride with a touch of—she didn’t know what. “You’ve at least got to admire his audacity.”
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Monday, July 30, 2012
Character Interviews: Chrissy Matthias
Name: Chrissy Matthias. Well, Christiana, if you want to be exact.
Significant Other: None, but God's keeping me content.
What is your strongest belief? It's possible to be happy in just about any circumstance.
How do you like to spend your time? With people. I don't care what we're doing, but I have to be with people. (I don't think you understand. It isn't just that I want to be with them. I have to. Otherwise I go a little loopy. You don't want to see that.)
If you could go anywhere, where would you go? Anywhere and everywhere possible. The moon! Think how exciting that would be!
What is your favorite food? I have to pick just one? Oh boy. Well, chicken lo mein is pretty spiffy.
Describe yourself in one word: Carefree. Not always, but it's my goal. Not because I don't think anything's worth concern, but because I know God's taking care of it on His own.
What type of music could you listen to for hours? Just about anything, really, but I'm partial to Christian contemporary. Jamie Grace is a favorite...if you've ever heard her song Hold Me and it didn't bring a smile to your face, there's something wrong with you. Sorry to be blunt, but it's how I feel.
Favorite color? Green! It's so bright and cheery and natural.
Do you like pets? I like other people's pets. They can be the cutest things ever. I wouldn't want my own. Once I have to start cleaning poop and pee, they lose several points off their adorable factor.
Jonathan...what do you think of him? You just get right to the point, don't you? He's a good friend, and I admire him. I look forward to getting to know him more. Sorry if that's not the answer you were hoping for.
How did you meet Mical? Our parents were at a party, and they stuck us in the same room with instructions to entertain each other. Haha!
Have you ever thought about becoming a teacher? When I was little, that was my dream job. I'm not sure why, but I've moved on since then. Do you think I'd be a good one?
Chrissy, Mical, and Jonathan can be found in the novel, Shrouded Jewels.
Questions courtesy of Bonnie and Kateri. Thank you!
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Significant Other: None, but God's keeping me content.
What is your strongest belief? It's possible to be happy in just about any circumstance.
How do you like to spend your time? With people. I don't care what we're doing, but I have to be with people. (I don't think you understand. It isn't just that I want to be with them. I have to. Otherwise I go a little loopy. You don't want to see that.)
If you could go anywhere, where would you go? Anywhere and everywhere possible. The moon! Think how exciting that would be!
What is your favorite food? I have to pick just one? Oh boy. Well, chicken lo mein is pretty spiffy.
Describe yourself in one word: Carefree. Not always, but it's my goal. Not because I don't think anything's worth concern, but because I know God's taking care of it on His own.
What type of music could you listen to for hours? Just about anything, really, but I'm partial to Christian contemporary. Jamie Grace is a favorite...if you've ever heard her song Hold Me and it didn't bring a smile to your face, there's something wrong with you. Sorry to be blunt, but it's how I feel.
Favorite color? Green! It's so bright and cheery and natural.
Do you like pets? I like other people's pets. They can be the cutest things ever. I wouldn't want my own. Once I have to start cleaning poop and pee, they lose several points off their adorable factor.
Jonathan...what do you think of him? You just get right to the point, don't you? He's a good friend, and I admire him. I look forward to getting to know him more. Sorry if that's not the answer you were hoping for.
How did you meet Mical? Our parents were at a party, and they stuck us in the same room with instructions to entertain each other. Haha!
Have you ever thought about becoming a teacher? When I was little, that was my dream job. I'm not sure why, but I've moved on since then. Do you think I'd be a good one?
Chrissy, Mical, and Jonathan can be found in the novel, Shrouded Jewels.
Questions courtesy of Bonnie and Kateri. Thank you!
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Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Book Summary: Shrouded Jewels
Mical Benson’s father is guarded, so Davey Blake’s
invitation to the Benson’s home is evidence of his good character. Still, Mical
knows it is the perfect opportunity for him to work his way into their hearts
before stealing her father’s great wealth.
In spite of her suspicions, Mical eventually falls
into his 'trap'. As they move beyond mutual loathing, they learn that some
things aren’t as obvious as they first appear. Everything is working in their
favor, but when Davey’s past returns, all he has built up may be lost forever…
This modern retelling of the 1 Samuel 18 Bible
story delves into the motivations and challenges Davey and Mical meet on their
journey to trust and faith.
Shrouded Jewels is now available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook formats!
Ebook: ($4.99)
Shrouded Jewels on Kindle
Shrouded Jewels on Nook
Shrouded Jewels on Smashwords
Paperback: ($12.99)
Shrouded Jewels on Amazon
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Hardcover, casewrap: ($24.00)
Shrouded Jewels on Lulu
Hardcover, dust-jacket ($25.60)
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Ebook: ($4.99)
Shrouded Jewels on Kindle
Shrouded Jewels on Nook
Shrouded Jewels on Smashwords
Paperback: ($12.99)
Shrouded Jewels on Amazon
Shrouded Jewels in my CreateSpace store
Hardcover, casewrap: ($24.00)
Shrouded Jewels on Lulu
Hardcover, dust-jacket ($25.60)
Shrouded Jewels on Lulu
You are welcome to purchase paperback or hardcover editions by emailing me at Jansina@rivershorebooks.com. I am honored to sign any copies purchased directly from me!
Monday, July 16, 2012
Character Interviews: Jonathan Benson
Name: Jonathan Benson
Significant Other: I know who I would like it to be. No, I'm not going to tell you. She might be reading this!
What is your strongest belief? There's some good in this world, and it's worth fighting for. (I admit, I stole that from Samwise.)
Do you think that you should have your own TV show on re-designing rooms? Haha, I don't know that I should, but I definitely would enjoy it.
If you answered yes to the above question, what would you call it? Room Designs by JB? I'm no good at naming things.
Do you like the idea of dragons being real? That would be so cool!
What is your least favorite food? Orangutans. Can you imagine trying to eat one of those? Gross.
Describe your relationship with Mical: Complicated. Does that count as an answer? She's a caring big sis, and I love her and am grateful for everything. She thinks I'm still fifteen. Not really, but she acts like it sometimes.
Do you think Davey is good? Of course. I don't know how anyone could think otherwise.
Are you in college? Yes, I'm studying electrical engineering, and am a year away from graduation.
Jonathan Benson (and Davey Blake) can be found in the novel Shrouded Jewels (soon to be available on Amazon, Lulu, Barnes & Noble, and Smashwords). Davey Blake can also be seen in Forgotten Memories.
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Significant Other: I know who I would like it to be. No, I'm not going to tell you. She might be reading this!
What is your strongest belief? There's some good in this world, and it's worth fighting for. (I admit, I stole that from Samwise.)
How do you like to spend your time? I don't really have a preference, as long as I'm with people who mutually care.
If you could go anywhere, where would you go? Backus, just because I like what Davey's told me about it.
What is your favorite food? Macaroni and cheese. You just can't beat cheesy noodles.
Describe yourself in one word: Flexible.
What type of music could you listen to for hours? Irish is pretty cool.If you could go anywhere, where would you go? Backus, just because I like what Davey's told me about it.
What is your favorite food? Macaroni and cheese. You just can't beat cheesy noodles.
Describe yourself in one word: Flexible.
Do you think that you should have your own TV show on re-designing rooms? Haha, I don't know that I should, but I definitely would enjoy it.
If you answered yes to the above question, what would you call it? Room Designs by JB? I'm no good at naming things.
Do you like the idea of dragons being real? That would be so cool!
What is your least favorite food? Orangutans. Can you imagine trying to eat one of those? Gross.
Describe your relationship with Mical: Complicated. Does that count as an answer? She's a caring big sis, and I love her and am grateful for everything. She thinks I'm still fifteen. Not really, but she acts like it sometimes.
Do you think Davey is good? Of course. I don't know how anyone could think otherwise.
Are you in college? Yes, I'm studying electrical engineering, and am a year away from graduation.
Jonathan Benson (and Davey Blake) can be found in the novel Shrouded Jewels (soon to be available on Amazon, Lulu, Barnes & Noble, and Smashwords). Davey Blake can also be seen in Forgotten Memories.
Interview questions courtesy of Bonnie and Kateri. Thank you!
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Monday, July 9, 2012
Character Interviews: Davey Blake
Name: Davey Blake
Significant Other: Still waiting on that one.
What is your strongest belief? God heals all.
Significant Other: Still waiting on that one.
What is your strongest belief? God heals all.
How do you like to spend your time? With people... I really don't care what we're doing, as long as we're together.
If you could go anywhere, where would you go? Germany, and Ireland, and Japan, and South America, and Israel, and... I love to travel.
What is your favorite food? Caramel rolls, when my dad makes them. I don't make them quite as well as he does.
Describe yourself in one word: Oblivious.
What type of music could you listen to for hours? Acappella singing melts my heart.
If you could go anywhere, where would you go? Germany, and Ireland, and Japan, and South America, and Israel, and... I love to travel.
What is your favorite food? Caramel rolls, when my dad makes them. I don't make them quite as well as he does.
Describe yourself in one word: Oblivious.
What type of music could you listen to for hours? Acappella singing melts my heart.
Do you like glitter? Interesting question. I wouldn't say I like it. That stuff tends to get everywhere--and then people ask why you sparkle, and it's just awkward.
Why did you take Mical with you to the vault? Honestly, I thought she was joking when she acted like she didn't know about it. By the time I realized she was serious, I kind of got caught up in proving her wrong. I'm embarrassed, now.
What was your first impression of Mira? She is so kind. I don't remember having a first impression, though, except that she seemed quiet. I knew I wanted to get her talking somehow.
Do you think that Jonathan needs to re-do your room for you? No...I think he needs to re-do my entire house! That boy is brilliant.
How's Backus these days? Same as ever, so I hear. I wouldn't have it any other way.
Why did you take Mical with you to the vault? Honestly, I thought she was joking when she acted like she didn't know about it. By the time I realized she was serious, I kind of got caught up in proving her wrong. I'm embarrassed, now.
What was your first impression of Mira? She is so kind. I don't remember having a first impression, though, except that she seemed quiet. I knew I wanted to get her talking somehow.
Do you think that Jonathan needs to re-do your room for you? No...I think he needs to re-do my entire house! That boy is brilliant.
How's Backus these days? Same as ever, so I hear. I wouldn't have it any other way.
Davey Blake and Mical Benson can be found in the novel, Forgotten Memories. They are also the main characters of the nearly released Shrouded Jewels! (Watch for SJ on Amazon later this week!)
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Monday, July 2, 2012
Character Interviews: Mical Benson
Name: Mical Benson
Significant Other: No one, thank you very much.
What is your strongest belief? There has never been a reason for me to believe in something. Everything and everyone has failed me, so why would I?
How do you like to spend your time? Reading, because it lets me forget...things.
If you could go anywhere, where would you go? Anywhere my father couldn't follow.
What is your favorite food? A cheeseburger--when it's cooked correctly.
Describe yourself in one word: Broken.
What type of music could you listen to for hours? Classical piano.
Why do you hate Davey so much? It's not hatred, it's facing facts. I don't trust him, and I would be stupid if I did.
Do you like unicorns? They're not real, therefore I do not like or dislike them.
What does the word, "sullen" mean to you? I don't appreciate the implication in that question.
How long do you want your hair to be? It's fine as it is--shoulder length.
Do you think that you are too good for Davey? Obviously.
Mical Benson and Davey Blake can be found in the novel, Forgotten Memories. Their story is explored further in the novel, Shrouded Jewels--watch for it on Amazon within the next week!
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Significant Other: No one, thank you very much.
What is your strongest belief? There has never been a reason for me to believe in something. Everything and everyone has failed me, so why would I?
How do you like to spend your time? Reading, because it lets me forget...things.
If you could go anywhere, where would you go? Anywhere my father couldn't follow.
What is your favorite food? A cheeseburger--when it's cooked correctly.
Describe yourself in one word: Broken.
What type of music could you listen to for hours? Classical piano.
Why do you hate Davey so much? It's not hatred, it's facing facts. I don't trust him, and I would be stupid if I did.
Do you like unicorns? They're not real, therefore I do not like or dislike them.
What does the word, "sullen" mean to you? I don't appreciate the implication in that question.
How long do you want your hair to be? It's fine as it is--shoulder length.
Do you think that you are too good for Davey? Obviously.
Mical Benson and Davey Blake can be found in the novel, Forgotten Memories. Their story is explored further in the novel, Shrouded Jewels--watch for it on Amazon within the next week!
Interview questions courtesy of Kateri and Bonnie. Thank you!
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