Millions of years in the Earth’s future, humans have long vanished from the planet. Evolution has produced a host of wondrous and intelligent beings: shape-shifting Fantastic Grouts with globes of light atop their skulls; creatures descended from flowers; and massive swarms of bees that can bore perfect holes through metal or bone.
But some seek a way to bring the humans back into the world—a world filled with creatures like twelve-year-old Tully, a young, amphibious Eft who imagines humans as nothing more than old bones and fairy stories. When his beloved guardian is stolen by a menacing black shadow, Tully must embark on a journey to a cruel, northern land to save her and his entire species. In an adventure that blends time travel, magic, and science, Tully learns whom he can trust, and who will betray him—for the price of reawakening the Hundred.
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Jennifer has been writing since the age of 6, when she produced hand-printed and illustrated originals and sold them door-to-door at the neighbors’ houses. She earned her MA in Creative Writing from the University of New Hampshire, where she won the Tom Williams Prize for a collection of short stories. Her fiction and nonfiction have been published in various magazines, and she was recently featured in the anthology Summer’s Edge. The Hundred: Fall of the Wents is the first book in a planned trilogy for young readers.
And now, why do you love fantasy?
I like the sound of the story. Nice blend of fantasy and science fiction.
ReplyDeleteAnd I like fantasy because where else can I wield a two-handed broadsword and kill everything in the dungeon without being arrested?
Well, I'm not exactly a funny person. I always say I'm glad my characters are funny because I'm not. ;)
ReplyDeleteLove the colors on this cover.
I'm ready for the HUNDRED movie, peeps!
ReplyDeleteAnd I love fantasy because I love the limitless possibilities. If the author believes it, I can believe it, too!
Was fortunate enough to get an early read of this book. It's a fast paced, exciting read for reader's of all ages. If you liked adventuring through Narnia, you will devour this book!
ReplyDeleteOh, and I love fantasy because anything can happen.
ReplyDeleteAlex, so far a pretty outstanding answer as far as imaginative. More, bring 'em on!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a really fun read! And I love fantasy because it's an amazing escape--and trust me, I need it!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds so awesome! I'm not funny either but I love fantasy because how else can you escape hubby, kids, dog, and work to experience a cool new world. :)
ReplyDeleteI love fantasy because it's the only thing in this world better than cheese. *gasp* That's right, I just said that, (or typed it) OUT LOUD. (Disclaimer--while in the throws of fantasy I can imagine cheese, therefore, they both win. Ka-ching!)
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fantastic story. Congratulations, Jennifer.
ReplyDeleteI like fantasy because I can visit beautiful worlds and amazing creatures and forget, for a time, the troubles and sadnes of the real world.
Crystal, really, you really admitted that?! Shocking... Kimberly, yes, the great escape. Beverly, true, yet fantasy worlds have sad elements too. I guess as long as it's not too close to home, one can lament freely.
ReplyDeleteThanks, everyone, for your comments! I'd be thrilled to hear what you think of the book. As for me, I love fantasy because it transports us back to that pivotal time in childhood when anything is possible and we can become lost in a world of imagination and wonder.
ReplyDeleteWow! I really love that cover! I'd hang that on my wall. :)
ReplyDeleteI love fantasy because I can appreciate the effort that goes into building a new world. With elastic boundaries so much can happen, and I love the possibilities.
ReplyDeleteAmy, love your term "Elastic Boundaries". Tuan, yes, Jen should make a poster out of it! Jen, yes, fantasy transplants us back into an alternate childhood. All great answers.
ReplyDeleteAwesome interview ladies! I'm not trying for a copy of the book because I'm reading it now. Also, my brain is tired from writing all day so all I have to say about fantasy is: I love it for the world building. It's hard work, but keeps your mind sharp!
ReplyDeleteAnita, I totally agree. Worldbuilding is fun, hard, so worth it.
ReplyDeleteElastic boundaries... Yeah, totally crushing on Amy Rolland right now
ReplyDeleteOne more day for creative answers and the prize will be awarded.
ReplyDeleteAnd the free eBook shall be awarded to...Kimberly! (I'll contact you to get it sent on its way to you.) Thanks everyone for your enthusiasm and comments. And thanks to our esteemed blog host and awesome wordsmith, Catherine.
ReplyDeleteOh, wahoo! I'm so excited! I'm in book heaven this week!!! Thank you Catherine and thank you Jennifer!
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome Kimberly! And thanks for sharing your new novel with us Jen.
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