Interview with Ciara Blume, Author of The Witches Catalogue of Wanderlust Essentials

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Witches Catalogue of Wanderlust Essentials?

This book has so many of my favorite things: Time travel + magical gear + donuts, a bookstore, and a fromagerie = sheer delight! I was inspired by trips to Catalina Island, walks on the beach, and the J Peterman catalog. I thought, wouldn’t it be fun to travel the world as a well-equipped witch? And why not time hop while we’re at it?

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of The Witches Catalogue of Wanderlust Essentials, what would they be?

I get really into picking music for my characters! I listened to a lot of classical music and big band music while writing this book, and also a fair amount of yacht rock. My characters are pretty diverse. I’d say: Cosimo – Carnival of the Animals: The Aquarium by Camille Saint-Saëns, Will – “Magic” by Coldplay, Ondalune – “Moonlight Serenade” by Glenn Miller, Zani – “Ain’t no Rest for the Wicked” by Cage the Elephant.

What’s your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

I can’t pick a single genre to read. You should see my crazy bookshelves and audiobook queue.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

I have yet to read Onyx Storm, it’s waiting for me! I also have the audio version of Happy Place by Emily Henry to savor soon.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

I loved writing so many scenes in this book, it really was a delight! I can’t tell you too much about my favorite without spoiling, but let’s just say I didn’t plan the big plot twist in advance, it just came to me. There’s also a small cliffhanger in the epilogue that made me smile.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

I write in bed a lot! And yes, I have a special mug and two cats who join me. I also like to pull a tarot card or two before I write, just to get my mind warmed up.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

Choose delight!

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

A feeling of delight!

Ciara Blume is the author of the new book The Witches Catalogue of Wanderlust Essentials

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