This week YA author Rachelle Storm took over our Twitter as a part of our weekly Thursday Twitter Takeover. Rachelle Storm is the author of Absolution. (See YEM’s interview of Rachelle Storm here.) See highlights from the takeover below.
Hey everyone, I am Rachelle Storm, author of the Absolution Series. I'm taking over Young Entertainment Magazine’s Twitter for a bit to answer questions about writing and my new book series, Absolution. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries https://t.co/hNj7C5tPvn
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Absolution is a romance/fantasy series about three immortal brothers trying to save the earth from itself and the humans that complicate their understanding of the world. Chris Harris is the physical embodiment of water as an Element.#YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/tfktZX601J
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Here is the book trailer for the first book in the Absolution series. It is now available on Amazon and Audible. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/taRwYg3Uqd
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Joanie McNamara is a human who falls in love with Chris, but their relationship doesn’t start off on the right track. She is drawn to him, but knows something is different about him. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/cBcn0R7iCd
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Randy is one of Chris’s brothers and the physical embodiment of fire as an Element. The Elements are destined to save the world and Randy fully embraces his destiny because it is his duty, but doesn’t understand or really like humans. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/cofdRroCa1
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
On the other hand, John, Chris’s other brother, wants to understand humans. He is the physical embodiment of earth as an Element and wants everyone to be happy and safe. He tends to be a favorite of readers. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/sn3x8Ny1as
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Victoria and Stacie are Joanie’s sisters. Victoria is witty, sarcastic, and guarded. Stacie is warm, kind, and encouraging. The two of them are Joanie’s support system and create a lot of great comic relief, especially Victoria. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/DvNwCqGI1g
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Joanie and Chris’s love story is the catalyst for the entire series. Absolution is the first of four books in the series and is available on https://t.co/HSV3hdUUrT in paperback, Kindle, and audiobook formats. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/BNOAWH1A97
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Joanie is a lot of fun to write because she is strong, soul-searching, curious, witty, and confident in her instincts. Here is a featurette about the character. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries https://t.co/WRkhNEMJXI
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Chris is a complicated hero and doesn't want to be one. He’s confident in his abilities and yet insecure as a being. Here is a featurette about Chris Harris. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/hIZZfvXyU0
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Now that you know more about the Absolution Series, feel free to ask me any questions about writing, creating characters, or pop culture. We are also at the end of 2021, so I will post some of my fave songs, films, and shows from the year. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/tLYpIXuBiv
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
One question I get often as an author is about tips for new writers. Letting characters play around in your mind can be quite different from getting them onto the page. Here are some tips for writing interesting stories… #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/78IwLN0VbI
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Music also plays a role in my writing. The scenes play out in my head like a movie and certain songs fuel those scenes. I uploaded a playlist on my site as a way to help readers connect with the series. Check it out! #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSerieshttps://t.co/CjI3LrB283
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
I am constantly listening to music and my favorite bands are Muse and Paramore. I love alternative rock and pop music because both currently have a lot of hybridity with other genres. These are the musicians that got me through 2021. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/AggwuBtBj8
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
I'm also a fan of action films and YA franchises. Some of my best fandom experiences took place at the movies, waiting in line with friends for a first showing. These are my favorite films of 2021. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/G3QepV0PdC
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
2021 has been a tough year for all of us. Writing has helped me get through it because I get to escape into worlds with characters I love. Bingewatching has also been a blessing, so here are my favorite shows to binge in 2021. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/umEvH1BCDW
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Something important to know about me as an author is that I am a huge geek and part of many fandoms, #Twilight, #PitchPerfect, #JulieAndThePhantoms are just some. A fandom I admire is #ARMY. Their love of BTS wins fandom of 2021 for me. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/MpB99uq2o2
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Since music plays such a massive role in my life as an author, and Spotify keeps reminding me that my wrapped playlist is available, here are the songs that made 2021 bearable. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/XNh0hjFCbE
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
The best advice I was given in 2021 for writers, readers, and humans, in general, is to embrace escapism. Times are hard. Embrace the pop culture that calls to you. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/Bg8cOdGEGo
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Another question I am asked is if I have a favorite character to write with in the Absolution Series. For now, it's Victoria. She brings a lot of the comic relief to the story. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
A favorite part of the publishing process for me is designing the book cover. I was blessed to work with @asiavondope and she did a wonderful job. She is a phenomenal artist and I look forward to working with her for the sequel in 2022. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/YJsy7Ynt04
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
Another great part of the process was having Absolution produced as an audiobook. If you prefer to listen to books rather than read them, you can buy it on Audible. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSerieshttps://t.co/vTg3xNBwDC pic.twitter.com/wae5th17a1
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
For more information about the Absolution Series, make sure to check out https://t.co/hNj7C5tPvn for updates, news, press, playlists, and more. pic.twitter.com/uWQDo5ot2p
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
2021 has been a long, but exciting year for the Absolution Series. As a thank you to everyone, here is a sneak peek at what's to come in 2022. #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/NmJNJqtNpY
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
I would like to thank Young Entertainment Magazine for letting me take over their twitter. It’s been fun! Follow me @rachellestorm42 and, if you haven’t already, check out Absolution. Happy Holidays and cheers to a great 2022! #YAAuthorTakeover #AbsolutionSeries pic.twitter.com/5T8Dcyw0Fn
— Young Entertainment Magazine (@YoungEntmag) December 30, 2021
