What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Mirror of Blood and Madness?
I loved Disney’s Alice in Wonderland, but I always wanted Alice to end up with the Hatter. I had a character from a previous book lost in the Elder Dimension—my version of Wonderland, and I made him the Mad Hatter. Readers always wanted to know what happened to him, so they find out in this one! And now, Alice and Hatter get together and have a HEA.
If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of The Mirror of Blood and Madness, what would they be?
Alice is a warrior. She’s a fighter, so I would pick The Last of the Mohicans theme. Alice uses a magical bow and arrows, and she can stop time.
What’s your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
Right now, I like Romantasy and Thrillers. I’m in the middle of the Throne of Glass series and The Housemaid, and I’m almost done with The Hand.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
I definitely need to finish the Throne of Glass series. I have many books on Audible—I love listening to a good narrator! The books on my list include The Ever King by L.J. Andrews, King of Frost and Shadows by Jen L. Grey, and A Court This Cruel and Lonely by Stacia Stark—these are just a few!
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
There are so many, but probably when she falls through the looking glass and the Hatter catches her.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
I like to watch paranormal shows when I’m writing. Right now, I’m back to watching Supernatural. I love Sam and Dean. That show always reminds me of my sister, and since I’m the oldest, I’d protect her just like Dean protects Sam.
Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?
Whenever I was troubled, my mom would always say This Too Shall Past. It helps me get over life’s hurdles.
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
If you believe in six impossible things before breakfast, you can overcome anything!
M Guida is the author of the new book The Mirror of Blood and Madness
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