This week Jonathan R. Miller took over our Twitter as a part of our weekly Thursday Twitter Takeover. See highlights from the takeover below. And check out our interview with Jonathan R. Miller and co-author Tom Anderson here.
Hi! Thank you to YE for letting us take over! I’m Jonathan, co-author of Grant Beagan: The Finder’s Code. Tom Anderson, co-author of the book, is also going to join us from his personal account, @tomlucient #YAauthorTakeover
— WATCH 📺 LISTEN 🎧 READ 📚 (@YoungEntmag) October 22, 2020
Grant Beagan: The Finder’s Code is the story of a 16-year-old who discovers a parallel magical universe. Some things that make our book stand out: (1) strong world-building (2) a complex, cohesive magic system (3) a storyline that doesn’t focus on good vs evil. #YAauthorTakeover
— WATCH 📺 LISTEN 🎧 READ 📚 (@YoungEntmag) October 22, 2020
Tom and I met in middle school, and we’ve been friends for 35 years. We decided to write a book together because we both love fantasy stories about magic. #YAauthorTakeover
— WATCH 📺 LISTEN 🎧 READ 📚 (@YoungEntmag) October 22, 2020
How do we divide up the work? Tom is the architect of the world, societies, and magic system (collectively called LitCraft), and plays a huge role in plotting. I’m the writer, trying to bring the world and characters to life. #YAauthorTakeover
— WATCH 📺 LISTEN 🎧 READ 📚 (@YoungEntmag) October 22, 2020
Will Grant Beagan be a series? Yes. The Finder’s Code is meant to be the beginning of something fun and unique. We have a total of seven books planned out, and we’re excited about the directions the storyline and characters will take. #YAauthorTakeover
— WATCH 📺 LISTEN 🎧 READ 📚 (@YoungEntmag) October 22, 2020
Were there growing pains for me as a first-time YA writer? Definitely. I’ve written other books, but they are all meant for adult readers. Writing YA fantasy is uniquely challenging. #YAauthorTakeover
— WATCH 📺 LISTEN 🎧 READ 📚 (@YoungEntmag) October 22, 2020
We genuinely value reader feedback. Because this is a planned series, we are adapting our approach on the fly based on what resonates and doesn’t. We don’t have all the answers. But we’re excited about the Grant Beagan universe and it’s potential. #YAauthorTakeover
— WATCH 📺 LISTEN 🎧 READ 📚 (@YoungEntmag) October 22, 2020
What is Grant like? To start, he’s from a real place. His identity and his circumstances are true-to-life. He’s a real, everyday kid who’s being called upon to be braver than he should have to be, especially at his age. #YAauthorTakeover
— WATCH 📺 LISTEN 🎧 READ 📚 (@YoungEntmag) October 22, 2020
Grant is also kind and compassionate, and I feel this will resonate. Young people today often manage to display a level of compassion and empathy and generosity that I find inspiring. I believe (and I hope) that Grant represents them well. #YAauthorTakeover
— WATCH 📺 LISTEN 🎧 READ 📚 (@YoungEntmag) October 22, 2020
What is the universe like? The LitCraft Universe has evolved into a society of inclusion and accessibility where many barriers to participation are removed. The values of exploration and growth are understood. Everyone has a place in Lit society. #YAauthorTakeover
— WATCH 📺 LISTEN 🎧 READ 📚 (@YoungEntmag) October 22, 2020
How does magic work in LitCraft? All creatures, including humans, have the ability to channel magic to some degree, though for most humans it is minuscule. Flames (specialized mages) search for those with stronger abilities who can join the world of the Lit. #YAauthorTakeover
— WATCH 📺 LISTEN 🎧 READ 📚 (@YoungEntmag) October 22, 2020
How can you learn more about Grant Beagan and LitCraft? Visit https://t.co/b9lnPm9OCW!#YAauthorTakeover
— WATCH 📺 LISTEN 🎧 READ 📚 (@YoungEntmag) October 22, 2020
Also please check out https://t.co/PVt4egVWKC! I’m happy to send copies of my books to anyone who’s interested in trying them out. Thank you again to Young Entertainment Magazine for letting Tom and I take over for a while! #YAauthorTakeover
— WATCH 📺 LISTEN 🎧 READ 📚 (@YoungEntmag) October 22, 2020
