Interview with J.G. McKenney, Author of The Blademaster’s Call

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Blademaster’s Call (The Chronicle of Jack Green Book 1)?

Like most writers, I’ve experienced my fair share of rejection. I’ve also wondered what it would be like to step inside my own stories. So, I thought it would be fun to write the tale of a failed writer who finds himself in the last place he wants to be: his own dreadful book.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of The Blademaster’s Call (The Chronicle of Jack Green Book 1), what would they be?

“Break On Through” by The Doors, “Loser” by Beck, and “Stayin’ Alive” by the Bee Gees.

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

For the most part, I read fantasy, and it’s the genre I write. But I also read other genres of fiction and even some non-fiction.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

I don’t really have a TBR pile. I finish a book, then go searching for another that interests me. Having said that, I’m really looking forward to Patrick Rothfuss’s next book, if it ever comes out. Oh, and Scott Lynch’s next book, if it ever comes out.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

Jack Green is getting stoned on mushrooms. I’ll say no more.

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

I have to read my writing out loud. There’s something about hearing the words that really helps me get the voice and flow I’m looking for. But I’m guessing many other writers do this.

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

I’ll quote Criss from my book: “The brave are immortal.” I’d like to think it’s true.

J.G. McKenney is the author of the new book The Blademaster’s Call (The Chronicle of Jack Green Book 1)

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