This week YA Author Daniel Varona took over our Twitter as a part of our weekly Thursday Twitter Takeover. Daniel Varona is the author of The Cycle of Eden: The Young Revolution. (See YEM’s interview with Daniel Varona here.) See highlights from the takeover below.
Hello YEM followers!
My name is Daniel Varona and I’m excited to tell you about the debut novel for my Action Fantasy series, The Cycle of Eden: The Young Revolution!“A rollicking, otherworldly tale that’s only just getting started.” – Kirkus Reviews#YAauthorTakeover #books pic.twitter.com/m1ZZktU502
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
My love for writing and storytelling was heavily inspired by recognizable classics from the Video Game, Movie and Anime industries such as #FinalFantasy, #DragonBall, #MGS, and #LOTR! You could say my Cycle of Eden are a love letter to these and more.#YAauthorTakeover pic.twitter.com/zhwTIRabLE
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
I started The Cycle of Eden: The Young Revolution back in 2015 as nothing more than a hobby. In 2023, I now have a 4 Part #epicfantasy series that’s won a Literary Titan Gold Book Award and was added to my hometown Library in PG County, MD!#YAauthorTakeover #BooksWorthReading pic.twitter.com/SRNQEOt2wK
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
I used to make scripts and story videos on Youtube that spawned The Cycle of Eden, but now I can actually make Author videos for a book anyone can acquire! You can check out my Author Q&A and Reading Videos here!https://t.co/bkjC0dhzls#YAauthorTakeover #BookRecommendations
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
For any aspiring authors, my biggest tip I can give is to use Music to heighten the emotion in your scenes! The emotion felt from music can help put you in a character’s shoes, finding the words they would say in dire, sad, tense moments.#YAauthorTakeover #AuthorsOfTwitter pic.twitter.com/XhDxngskWc
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
Music even inspired some of my characters in The Cycle of Eden!
Seth, the prophesied hero, relates to “And the Hero will Drown” by Story of the Year.
Duo, a cursed orphan with immeasurable power, relates to “Kill the Sound” by Celldweller.#YAauthorTakeover #characterdesign pic.twitter.com/Z2COMifyc5— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
The Cycle of Eden: The Young Revolution is a fast-paced Action Fantasy in a world full of unrecognized history that blends elements of #darkfantasy with humorous dialogue and powerful characters🌕#indieauthor #AuthorsOfTwitter #book #YAauthorTakeoverhttps://t.co/xgnTbCKfd9 pic.twitter.com/IdeCHghBl3
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
Meet Valentina, “The Flower of the Battlefield”:
Tina’s fighting style in The Young Revolution and beyond was heavily influenced by Final Fantasy’s #TifaLockhart, who is my favorite written character in #FF7. Her fighting scenes are intense! #YAauthorTakeover #Fantasybooks pic.twitter.com/H0bu5RoaQi
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
Meet Chase, “Loyalty Incarnated”:
Describing in detail a #dog‘s moral code and values, as well as how he would behave and speak, was one of my favorite parts to write! The Cultural differences between humans and dogs is very humorous 🐶#YAauthorTakeover #BookLover #Fantasy pic.twitter.com/HhOZZXHKTk
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
Fun Fact:
Chase, Seth’s dog companion, is actually named after my own #dog I had growing up and his design in the novel very much matches my childhood dog as well! He’s a fan favorite for dog lovers!#YAauthorTakeover #pets pic.twitter.com/oTGJnXwi4M— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
Meet Cain, “The Dark Sun”:
The Heir of Darkness who brought end to the Age of Light in Eden’s current cycle. He brings the brutality into the many action sequences. Yet, underneath his chaos, there is a plan he truly believes can save Eden.#YAauthorTakeover #DarkFantasy pic.twitter.com/r8TXaxRytO
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
Cain, in The Young Revolution, is a very complex character whose intentions are wild and illogical. There is a lot to unfold with him and it was a fun challenge making sure his motives remained consistent as more information is discoveredhttps://t.co/TFPpSCWMkd#YAauthorTakeover
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
Meet Volta, “The Lightning Chief”:
Through unconventional means performed by her extinct tribe, she obtained the gift of Heaven’s Judgment, the ability to manipulate the thunderous skies above. #YAauthorTakeover #AuthorsOfTwitter #BookLover #TheCycleofEden pic.twitter.com/mfm9dmYjGI
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
Meet Vargas, “The Man of Many Mysteries”
Would you believe me if I said my teammate with the missing leg and arm was not only the deadliest but the fastest here? Vargas will prove it, for his experience on Eden is worth more than you could imagine.#YAauthorTakeover pic.twitter.com/pcOwUsbggL
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
In a time where Originality is put on an unreachable pedestal, it’s important to remember there is not a single person in this world that is exactly like You. You are the only you; therefore, you are original, and no one can take that away from what you create❤️#YAauthorTakeover
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
For my readers, a major message in The Young Revolution is, “…the best way to find kindness is by sharing your own.”
No matter how dark and lonely the world feels, kindness will always be the unifier, for we all seek it and deserve ithttps://t.co/mkPDo481c1#YAauthorTakeover
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
#Fantasy is a broad spectrum, but the genre can grow larger when you mix the two into Science Fantasy. I decided to go down this track because instead of simply following the rules of either genre, I get to find the perfect middle ground to express my ideas.#YAauthorTakeover pic.twitter.com/9WCM8vKqlC
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
Technology is a way for Eden to revolt against Light and Darkness, the entities that created the cursed Cycle. So, instead of only having fantasy aspects like dragons and magic, you get a modern feel where airships and robotics fill these gaps.#YAauthorTakeover #sciencefiction pic.twitter.com/iEpahtNoU3
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
Any #Moon lovers here? There is heavy symbolism used with the Moon and the Stars in The Cycle of Eden series. The resistance group, the Reclaimers, swore an oath to take back the Night from the Dark forces. I always loved stargazing, its such an inspiring sight#YAauthorTakeover pic.twitter.com/VX5eSQfNF0
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
When writing a long series, try to be as organized as possible from the start, which includes a Character/Location Sheet to place all your main ideas and reminders. I even attached images to my characters to better describe them in the story.#YAauthorTakeover #writercommunity
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
Meet Seth, “The Third Son of the Curse”:
The prophesied hero of the Reclaimers, the Young God. Inherited the Seed of Light from his mother, making him a vital piece in the unending war against Light and Dark.#YAauthorTakeover #TheCycleofEden #characterdesign #books pic.twitter.com/qqGw704kRp
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
In The Young Revolution, I never wanted to portray Seth as the typical hero that simply saves the day because “that’s his destiny.” He may be the “main” protagonist, but that doesn’t mean he is better than any of the other brave souls he meets along his journey.#YAauthorTakeover
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
I’m always excited to chat with other writers about their journeys and unique processes!
You can reach me here on twitter @cubite6 or I love to answer any questions about writing on my GoodReads page!https://t.co/UI7hsH9uEz#YAauthorTakeover #indieauthors
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
If you want to delve deeper into Eden’s world, I have an awesome website dedicated to The Cycle of Eden: The Young Revolution and the series’ future books! Book #2 will be available sooner than you think!https://t.co/CKIpcjQwxd
Thank you for your time, YEM!#YAauthorTakeover pic.twitter.com/iCK9UTiqCz
— all about firsts (@YoungEntmag) June 9, 2023
