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Walking Against the Wind

AJ Park Caught in the first snowstorm of the season

During the first big snowstorm of the season, I went snowshoeing. That might sound crazy, but I just can’t help it. It’s like writing for me. I just do it. The snow wasn’t so bad on my way up, but then I turned around and realized the wind was blasting snow right into my face. I was totally covered with snow! Oh well, maybe I built character, and at least I was going downhill.

I guess it’s not surprising that everything is easier with the wind at your back. But sometimes I take the extra boost for granted. Until I turn around.

Happy reading this week. If I didn’t have to work, I would have spent all week writing. I’ve been totally carried away by wicked sorcerers, cursed princesses, and a few carnivorous lizards. Welcome to MY imagination. What’s running through yours?  

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I’ve left my natural habitat…

   I realized something important during this recent trip to the mall with my daughters. The mall is NOT my natural habitat!! I’m better off out in the mountains. Second, I realized I was old, darn it. But that’s another story.    Either way, I had a wonderful time with my girls. And, I know you’re wondering, but NO, I didn’t buy that sweater. I can sense how disappointed you are. Maybe if I go back it will still be there?    If you haven’t had a chance to read Forgotten Rebellion, there’s still time! The early reviews have been great! You can pick up a copy from my Shopify Store!
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Why we need fantasy so much…

During this busy week, I was thinking about why I love the Fantasy Genre so much. I feel like we need it. In the real world, sometimes we’re not brave, strong, or beautiful. Sometimes we feel alone or beaten down by life, or that the happy ending is never going to happen.

    In the real world, there is no Fairy Godmother to intervene if life isn’t going our way. Reading is a temporary break from the battle. In fiction, a happy ending reminds us that if real-life times are tough, they can get better.

   I’m wishing for ALL the happy endings.

   In Forgotten Rebellion, I wrote Princess Tahlea making a heartbreaking choice. She was faced with giving up the man she loved in order to save her kingdom.

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Planes and a Giant Flag

In my neighborhood, we hang up a giant flag for Veteran’s Day. They run a cable clear across the canyon, and then a bunch of people trek up the trail carrying the rolled-up flag. It looks beautiful, and my little snapshots don’t quite express how big it is.

   I was standing on the overlook, facing out over the canyon, when some brave soul zoomed past in a small plane. They were going FAST. And they must have come over the ridge and into a crazy steep dive down into the canyon to fly just over the flag. That was something to see. And as far as I know, no one crashed, which is good.    Launch Week has been exciting for Forgotten Rebellion. I’ve got a few excellent reviews in place, and more coming in. The story has been well received! If you haven’t checked it out yet, it’s still on sale for 99¢.

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A Big Thanks to Back Shelf Books

November 2, 2023

Young Adult Epic Fantasy: Rohan meets Kings Landing in “Forgotten Rebellion” by A.J. Park

As a child, I grew up more than a little obsessed with Eowyn in Lord of the Rings. Who can blame me, right? She was brave, she could fight, she could ride a horse, and she was niece to the King and beautiful to boot. “Forgotten Rebellion” feels like an important redemption for all the Eowyn girls out there. It’s also just a really good epic fantasy with a sweet, light romance on the side. continue reading…

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Only 3 Days Left!

There is nothing more exciting than a book launch!! Now there’s only three days to go before Forgotten Rebellion is available. I really enjoyed creating this story. One of the most interesting characters in the book is Andevaar, a bold, ambitious young man who has a plan to win the throne. When Princess Tahlea steals his memories, all his plotting stops. We learn a little about the past that left him so bitter, and watch as he becomes a completely different person.

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One week till book launch!

Time flies when you’re publishing a book! Line edit – check. Super detailed copy edit – check. Nitty gritty details for the cover – check! I’m almost there!
Writing Forgotten Rebellion has been so much fun, every step of the way! At the core of this book was the question, “can I write a story where the same character is the hero and the villain.” It might seem like a crazy idea! At the heart of this story is Andevaar’s conflict with himself.
I can’t wait for you to read it! Mark your calendar for Nov 3, 2023!