Heather Hildenbrand is the bestselling author of the Dirty Blood series and the epic sci-fi adventure Imitation. She was born and raised in a small town in northern Virginia where she was home-schooled through high school. She’s only slightly socially awkward as a result. Since 2011, she’s published more than eight YA & NA novels.
Heather splits her time between coastal Virginia and the island of Guam and loves having a mobile career and outrageous lifestyle of living in two places. Her most frequent hobbies are riding motorcycles and avoiding killer slugs. [Taken from Alloy Entertainment]
Heather splits her time between coastal Virginia and the island of Guam and loves having a mobile career and outrageous lifestyle of living in two places. Her most frequent hobbies are riding motorcycles and avoiding killer slugs. [Taken from Alloy Entertainment]
Heather graciously agreed to answer a few questions about her writing and Imitation for me today. So, here we go:
1. How long did it take you, from first spark of idea to final proofs to write your newest book, Imitation?
Well, originally, it took about 3 months and then in March 2013, I self-published it. The version you’re reading now is a slightly tweaked/changed story from the original. The changes I made this time around (when I signed it with my publisher) took about 3 months again.
2. I know that Imitation deals with clones and organ donation. What type of research did you do for this book?
I googled cloning and checked out books from the library. I didn’t go too far in detail with the science of it because, frankly, it boggles my mind and I don’t understand things like split chromosomes and such. But I think it’s VERY interesting that the technology for something like this already exists. But our laws prevent it currently. Hmm. What if …
3. If you could write a book under a pseudonym that no one would ever connect to you, are there any genres you would love to secretly explore?
Oh I don’t know about that. I wrote a New Adult last year with some sexy scenes that go all the way and it was so hard for me! All I could think about was Your mother will read this! So I think I’m good for now.
4. If you could cross one thing off your bucket list tomorrow, what would it be?
Riding an elephant!!! It’s definitely on the list for 2015!
5. Quick Picks List:
Favorite vacation destination- out of places I’ve been, Dominican Republic. Out of places I want to go, Thailand.
Favorite childhood book- A Hole is to Dig. Or Harold and the Purple Crayon.
Favorite writing snack food- Peanut M&Ms.
Favorite clothing item- Boots! (and jeans)
As I mentioned before, I love thinking about all the nuances and ramifications that arise from cloning. The ethical issues, the potential good... and bad that can be done. I find it fascinating! Thank you so much for stopping by and taking the time to answer my questions, Heather. I really appreciate it.
For all of you, if you'd like more info on Heather you can check out her blog, Facebook, or Twitter. For more info on Imitation, you can check out Goodreads, Amazon, or Barnes & Noble.
Well, originally, it took about 3 months and then in March 2013, I self-published it. The version you’re reading now is a slightly tweaked/changed story from the original. The changes I made this time around (when I signed it with my publisher) took about 3 months again.
2. I know that Imitation deals with clones and organ donation. What type of research did you do for this book?
I googled cloning and checked out books from the library. I didn’t go too far in detail with the science of it because, frankly, it boggles my mind and I don’t understand things like split chromosomes and such. But I think it’s VERY interesting that the technology for something like this already exists. But our laws prevent it currently. Hmm. What if …
3. If you could write a book under a pseudonym that no one would ever connect to you, are there any genres you would love to secretly explore?
Oh I don’t know about that. I wrote a New Adult last year with some sexy scenes that go all the way and it was so hard for me! All I could think about was Your mother will read this! So I think I’m good for now.
4. If you could cross one thing off your bucket list tomorrow, what would it be?
Riding an elephant!!! It’s definitely on the list for 2015!
5. Quick Picks List:
Favorite vacation destination- out of places I’ve been, Dominican Republic. Out of places I want to go, Thailand.
Favorite childhood book- A Hole is to Dig. Or Harold and the Purple Crayon.
Favorite writing snack food- Peanut M&Ms.
Favorite clothing item- Boots! (and jeans)
As I mentioned before, I love thinking about all the nuances and ramifications that arise from cloning. The ethical issues, the potential good... and bad that can be done. I find it fascinating! Thank you so much for stopping by and taking the time to answer my questions, Heather. I really appreciate it.
For all of you, if you'd like more info on Heather you can check out her blog, Facebook, or Twitter. For more info on Imitation, you can check out Goodreads, Amazon, or Barnes & Noble.
thanks so much for posting! xoxo
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