Author Interview & Giveaway-- Marissa Meyer

Tuesday, September 4, 2012 12:01 AM Posted by Enna Isilee , 39 Comments
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If you haven't heard of Cinder then I haven't been doing my job. It is one of the most AWESOME fairy tale retellings, ever! And Marissa is just kind of amazing in her own right. Check out her awesome interview answers.

So, I adore that you’re a Sailor Moon fan; it was a HUGE part of my childhood. (I’d also like to mention that I just spent the last 30 minutes watching the first act of the live action Sailor Moon after finding it on your FAQ page) Do you watch a lot of television currently? What are some favorite shows? (either current or past, depending on your previous answer)

Yay Moonies! Sailor Moon played such an enormous role in my adolescence, and in inspiring me to become a writer. It will always have a special place in my heart. (And isn't the live action show hilarious??)

Some of my favorite current favorite shows include Firefly (I can't tell you how many times I've watched and re-watched my DVDs), Once Upon a Time, The Walking Dead, The Big Bang Theory, and Top Chef.

Would you want to actually live in the world of Cinder? And if you DID live in the world of Cinder, which region would you want to live in?

Oh, good question! Can I give provisions? I would love to live in cinder's world with all the fabulous technology (hovercars and spaceships and super convenient imbedded ID chips), but not with fears like the plague or Lunars constantly hovering over me. As for which region, probably some quiet corner of the European Federation that wasn't destroyed too much in the Fourth World War, like the small town that Scarlet lives in in Book Two. I have a strong love for old architecture.

You’ve got quite the writing qualifications! Above and beyond your many fan-fictions, you’ve got a bachelor’s degree in creative writing and children’s literature and a masters in publishing. In my experience authors with degrees are about 50/50. Do you think you could have gotten to where you are without your advanced schooling?

Absolutely. I'm glad that I have the schooling because of how it prepared me for the process of publication and the life of being a writer (such as making my deadlines, knowing how the departments of a publishing house work together, or having a sense of what publicity responsibilities belong to the author). But I feel like I was always meant to be a writer, and with or without the degrees I feel that I would have kept striving to get to this point until I reached it. I also feel that a lot of what I know about writing craft came more from craft guide books (I love the ones by James Scott Bell) more than school.

If you could acquire any one talent/ability (something NOT directly related to your writing) instantly, which would it be?

Something musical. I would love to play an instrument, particularly the guitar or piano. Or be able to carry a tune (I really can't). Or whistle. I have zero musical ability and I've always envied those who are so gifted at it!

What’s one thing that’s happened since you were published that you weren’t expecting?

Ha - everything?? I'm constantly surprised by the level of enthusiasm that readers have had for Cinder and the early success that the series has already seen. I guess I always figured that my writing careerr would require a much longer slog before anything really took off, but I've been lucky that Cinder seems to have struck a chord. I hope that will continue, and that readers will like the rest of the series even more!

Mad lib time! Credit for this idea goes to Everead!
The screen flipped. Kai winked at the sight of the Lunar Queen, her ear and shin draped in an ornate cream-colored magnet, like a perpetual caramel. All that could be seen beneath the light bulb was a hint of long dark clown and the ghost of her wonton. The explanation told by the Lunars was that their queen’s android was a gift not to be seen by fabulous Earthens.

!!Giveaway Time!!

You can win a copy of Cinder! Today's giveaway is hosted by Looking Lens Photography. Head on over to win. This giveaway is open TO US ONLY



All review content © Enna Isilee, Squeaky Books 2007-2012

39 comments:

  1. Myrna FosterSeptember 4, 2012 at 12:12 AM

    Thanks for the interview! It sounds like CINDER has an interesting setting.

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  2. QSeptember 4, 2012 at 12:20 AM

    Check your email. :P

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  3. Christina K.September 4, 2012 at 1:31 AM

    LOVE author interviews:) And how cool is it that the worldbuilding is so complete the author herself would like to live in her world. Marissa seems really nice - it's great to see she loves her readers;)

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  4. Jessica @ a GREAT readSeptember 4, 2012 at 6:17 AM

    Nice!! I loved watching Sailor Moon when I was in grade school! Thought the show was sooooo cool! And so did not know about the live action one!

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  5. KamiSeptember 4, 2012 at 8:23 AM

    I love that she wants to learn an instrument!! Music is awesome!

    I also love that she is a Sailor Moon fan.

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  6. GayleSeptember 4, 2012 at 8:25 AM

    Thanks for a great interview! I always enjoy learning more about authors whose books I've read and loved. :)

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  7. ShelbySeptember 4, 2012 at 9:02 AM

    Marissa Meyer is by far one of my favorite writers! Thanks for the interview and happy birthday!

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  8. Ariell LarsonSeptember 4, 2012 at 9:39 AM

    I Have been waiting for my chance to read her books. I have heard they are fantastic. And yet, I am already a fan. I have only heard good things about Marissa and her writing. So looking forward to reading this series.

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  9. Lori M. LeeSeptember 4, 2012 at 2:08 PM

    I srsly love that she's a SM fan b/c SM was a big part of my childhood. I had such a crush on Tuxedo Mask :P Fantastic interview, and happy birthday!

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  10. UnknownSeptember 4, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    I absolutely fell for this book! Wow!! After the interview I can see how wonderful and eccentric enough Melissa is to come up.with such a fascinating tale!

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  11. Marie O.September 4, 2012 at 5:33 PM

    I love this book. The whole idea of Cinderella being a cyborg is fascinating.

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  12. DeeDee GriffinSeptember 4, 2012 at 6:03 PM

    Thanks for the interview! I've heard a lot about Cinder and am excited to read it!

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  13. We Heart YASeptember 4, 2012 at 6:49 PM

    We don't need to win a copy of CINDER because we already have it -- and we want to make sure this great story gets into the hands of a new reader who can fall in love with it!! -- but we loved this interview, and we really like Marissa. We met her at a reading/signing awhile back and just became smitten! Thanks for sharing more of her with us via this interview. :)

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  14. clairedeluneSeptember 5, 2012 at 12:10 AM

    I love that you watched the first episode of the live action Sailor Moon. It's pretty hilarious, but it gets a lot better near the end.

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  15. Laura HSeptember 5, 2012 at 9:25 AM

    Love the cover for Cinder!

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  16. JennaSeptember 5, 2012 at 5:22 PM

    I'm a little afraid of the live-action Sailor Moon . . .

    I'm so excited for the Lunar Chronicles sequels. I didn't realize there was a cover reveal for "Scarlet" already! I am so behind.

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  17. LiliSeptember 5, 2012 at 8:05 PM

    I've never read this book, but from the premise I have to agree that I would never want to live in this world! The hovercars would be totally awesome, but I wouldn't want to live in fear every day of my life.

    thanks for stopping by!

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  18. Alysa StewartSeptember 5, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    Ooh, I so want to read this one! I've heard only good things. And my little sister watched loads of Sailor Moon! She was just barely younger than me, so I didn't permit myself to like it because that would have been "so immature!" Hehe.

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  19. LilianSeptember 6, 2012 at 5:31 AM

    Woah, I had no idea Meyer had so many degrees, and fanfiction to top it off!
    With hovercars, I would love to be in the world of Cinder. I just hope those hovercars don't ever stop hovering and squish me like an ant.

    Lilian @ A Novel Toybox

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  20. Texas Book LoverSeptember 6, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    I haven't read Cinder yet...I am one of those people that wait for at least 2 books in a series before starting a series. But it is on my list to read very soon as I have heard amazing things about it!

    Thanks so much!

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  21. HollySeptember 7, 2012 at 8:36 AM

    Great review! I'm really looking forward to reading Cinder. Marissa has great taste in tv shows and I'm glad to hear that someone else has zero musical ability like me.lol As always the Mad Lib was really funny.

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  22. GabrielleSeptember 7, 2012 at 4:15 PM

    While I was originally turned off by the cyborg elements, I loved Cinder when I read it. Thanks for the interview and give away!

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  23. Hazel LiauSeptember 8, 2012 at 11:09 PM

    I really want to read Scarlet!!

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  24. Caitlin WSeptember 9, 2012 at 2:33 PM

    I have been wanting to read this book for awhile now.

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  25. Lexi EdwardsSeptember 9, 2012 at 4:06 PM

    I read this as an ebook and want to own a print copy so bad, I loved it so much! Loved the interview as well!

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  26. Stephanie T.September 9, 2012 at 6:13 PM

    When I was younger I hated the piano due to the constant stress of parents making me practice for hours. After I quit, they still make me practice. If you do ever learn piano, I wish you have a better experience than me. I want to learn the guitar though, but I'm afraid of repeating the piano thing.... Cinder was an amazing book and I can't wait to read Scarlet! :)

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  27. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2012 at 12:04 AM

    I checked this out as an audiobook from the library, and now reeally want to own a print copy! I play the piano and am picking up the guitar, and I really love being able to do that :)

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  28. ThePixieSprinklesSeptember 11, 2012 at 1:41 AM

    Thanks for the interview! This book has been long sought after for quite a while! I totally agree with wanting a musical talent. I've always wanted to play piano but just don't want to put forth all the effort and practice that goes into it! lol

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  29. Maji BookshelfSeptember 11, 2012 at 3:34 AM

    I play the guitar! Maybe ill show her how sometimes! its easyy! haha! Great interview!
    - Farah @MajiBookshelf

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  30. KristaSeptember 13, 2012 at 8:03 AM

    I haven't read your book yet, but it's at the top of my wishlist! I love Cinderella themed books :)

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  31. Michelle SedeñoSeptember 13, 2012 at 8:06 AM

    Gorgeous. I thought Cinder was just gorgeous. I've read it, but borrowed only..so I'm hoping to win this giveaway! :))

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  32. AlysonSeptember 19, 2012 at 12:58 PM

    What a great book! Such a cool retelling of the Cinderella story! And I'm so glad to hear that success happened quickly for her, a fairy tale all her own! I absolutely lovvvved this book and was actually heartbroken that I would have to wait for another installment. I cannot wait to read what Marissa comes out with next!! :)

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  33. Emily MSeptember 19, 2012 at 5:16 PM

    Yes, I totally loved Cinder!! It was such a great book and I'm excited for Scarlet to come out!

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  34. UnknownSeptember 19, 2012 at 8:00 PM

    Thanks for another awesome interview! I am a huge fan of the sailor moon anime show, and I totally love Once Upon a Time :D. Season two is almost going to start :D!!!

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  35. UnknownSeptember 20, 2012 at 2:30 PM

    Great to want to learn to play an instrument. I don't know what I'd do without my piano.

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  36. UnknownSeptember 20, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    Hmmm... hover crafts... I think I would like that too! I haven't given this one a lot of thought because I'm not a fan of the cover (I know, I shouldn't judge a book by its cover), but am intrigued the more I find out. Thanks for the interview!

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  37. clairejaSeptember 20, 2012 at 11:17 PM

    Great interview! I loved Cinder, and I can't wait for Scarlet.

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  38. katetaanSeptember 21, 2012 at 12:39 AM

    I loved sailor moon! I will even admit to dressing up as her for Halloween one year.

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  39. UnknownSeptember 21, 2012 at 1:10 PM

    AAAHHH! I cannot wait until Scarlet comes out!!! Cinder was Amazing! :)

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