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Sanshlian Series Interview: Arcadia/Myra

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About Arcadia/Myra  

Actress I would pick: Arcadia: Anna Van Hooft; Myra: Jordan Hinson

Arcadia grew up on Recar until her home was attacked by the Pandronan Empire. She was taken captive and put into the Kamps—a facility for the children of rebels against the Empire where they conduct experiments and make the children battle each other and brainwash them into becoming weapons of war. Arcadia survived and when she was being tested in front of the new emperor, Neil, she tried to kill him. Impressed she withstood everything in the Kamps, he decided to train her himself. She becomes the Emperor’s Shadow, an assassin that works behind the scenes for the emperor.

Arcadia trains for years and is given her first mission by herself on Recar. She is supposed to assassinate the leader, Jack, but fails as he figured out what she was up to. Instead, he proposes a deal with the Empire and that starts the Recar—Imperial treaty. Her and Jack work often together, and the two of them becomes closer each time.

She completes mission after mission, never questioning what was asked of her. That is, until her long last brother, whom she thought was dead, shows up trying to assassinate the Emperor. Find out what happens in the first book of the SANSHLIAN SERIES: THE QUEST, which is only $0.99 on all eBook platforms, available through your local library, and physical copies through your local bookstore. THE QUEST is also available as an audiobook through audible and iTunes.

Wonderland Character Interview: Bill & Kenny

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Actors I envisioned:

Kenny: David Tennant

Bill: John Barrowman

Kenny & Bill Q&A

Q1: Tell us a little bit about yourselves

K1: Oh oh! I used to be a Knave and worked for the Queen of Hearts, but then I stole some tarts, and was almost executed by Malcolm. Instead, he took me under his wing, and I got to live with him in the Dark Forest! We have been best friends ever since!

B1: I have always been a knight or soldier for the kingdoms. I pledge my loyalty to whoever is ruling. I got to know Malcolm when he was the Executioner, but we didn’t really bond until after the Dream Kingdom came to be.  

Q2: How long have you two been together?

K2: Malcolm introduced us and it was love at first sight! It was after the fall of the Red and White Kingdoms

B2: *pats Kenny’s leg* It was a few years after that before I warmed up to Kenny. It was definitely not love at first sight. Kenny is kind of… strange….

K2: *pouts* I thought you liked that about me

B2: *kisses his cheek* now I do. 

Q3: Favorite date?

K3: Stargazing under the night sky is always fun. Or maybe dinner and a play. Oh! Taking a stroll through the Flower District!

B3: Anywhere not full of people as keeping Kenny from getting distracted is quite hard.

Q4: Favorite foods?

K4: Tarts!

B4: Pasta

Q5: What are your zodiac signs?

K5: Gemini!

B5: Aries

Q6: Favorite animal?

K6: Penguin!

B6: *turns to Kenny* We don’t have penguins in Wonderland

K6: But they were so cute at the zoo! Waddling around on their tiny feet.

B6: I will have to go with a bear

K6: There aren’t bears in Wonderland either!

B6: You started it.

Q7: Favorite colors?

K7: Red!

B7: Blue

Q8: On a typical day, what would you find in your pockets?

K8: *puts hand in pocket* Let’s see, I have some mushrooms here, candy, half eaten granola bars, I cool beetle I found, a rock, my handy spork, notes… wait I was supposed to give this to Malcolm last week…

B8: I decline to answer

Q9: Do you two have any hobbies?

K9: Exploring! And gardening

B9: Sword fighting and cooking

Q10: Did you know the first Alice well?

K10: Not particularly. This Alice is a lot more friendly and likes to talk and get to know everyone

B10: She even puts up with Kenny. But he is right, she is a lot less shy and is perfect for Wonderland

Q11: What is it like being a figment of Dani’s imagination?

Both11: Scary like Malcolm

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Wonderland Chronicles Character Interview: Melvin and Davis

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Actors I envisioned:

Melvin: Lorn Macdonald

Davis: Joshua Rush

Melvin (March Hare) & Davis (Dormouse) Q&A

Q1: Tell us a little about yourselves

M1: Well, I want to start off by saying I am not a bunny, but a hare which is completely different. Let’s see… I have been a part of Wonderland as long a Malcolm has. He and I go way back and I would do anything for him.

D1: I came along a while after Melvin and Malcolm, but was able to join up with them. Then we got sent to the Dark Forest, but that wasn’t fun. We got to drink all the tea and eat all the sweets we wanted, and then some. I spent most of the time drinking calming tea…

Q2: What are your favorite colors?

M2: Orange

D2: Uhhhh blue! No wait, yellow. Final answer.

Q3: Favorite animal?

Both3: Anything but cats.

Q4: Favorite foods?

M4: Carrot cake

D4: cheese!

Q5: Zodiac sign?

M5: Sagittarius

D5: Cancer

Q6: On a typical day, what would be in both of your pockets?

M6: Let’s see… a pen, some notes, a pocket knife, a compass, and matches.

D6:…. Some cheese….

M6: That’s disgusting

Q7: What hobbies do you two have?

M7: Well, I knit, but I haven’t had time. And sew most of our outfits

Everyone by Malcolm: wait, what?

Malcolm: I needed someone to patch up our clothes in the Dark Forest

D7: *still shocked he didn’t know something about Melvin* Well, I enjoy card games and board games

M7: but he’s a sore loser

D7: take that back!

Q8: Favorite flowers?

M8: Tulip

D8: Daisy

Q9: Favorite subject in school?

M9: Math is quite interesting

D9: Anything but biology…

Q10: Favorite flavor tea Malcolm has made you?

M10: his signature blend is really nice. I also like Earl Grey

D10: I agree. I also like his sleepy tea, but always hated when he experimented on us… one tea gave me really weird dreams

M10: yeah he did that a lot in the Dark Forest

Q11: What is it like being a figment of Dani’s imagination?

Both11: Scary like Malcolm

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Wonderland Chronicles Character Interview: Chase

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What actor I envisioned: William Franklyn-Miller

Chase “Cheshire Cat” Q&A

Q1: Tell us a little about yourself

A1: Uh… I guess I should say I am your friendly Cheshire Cat that can teleport anywhere I have been in Wonderland and in Alice’s world. I love causing trouble, because it always makes me laugh. I also enjoy dancing with Alice at Tippy Toe Dance Studios

Q2: Favorite animal?

A2: *Grins widely* cats are the best, obviously!

Q3: Seems you also take dance with Alice. What is your favorite type of music?

A3: I really enjoy the punk rock Alice introduced me too, but I also have a love for softer music like Melanie Martinez and folk music such as SJ Tucker and Marian Call.

Q4: Since it seems Alice has introduced you to a lot of her hobbies, do you read manga or watch anime? If so, what is your favorite Alice has shown you?

A4: Yes! I love Yuri on Ice, as it really shows passion and pushing yourself to be better. I also enjoyed Fruits Basket, especially Kyo…

Q5: Favorite color?

A5: Purple. *points at hair* obviously

Q6: Do you dye your hair? Or at least able to pick what hair color you have?

A6: I can! *hair changes to green* but I usually don’t as I love purple.

Q7: What is your zodiac sign?

A7: Leo lol

Q8: Why are you so obsessed with Alice? 

A8: *blushes* because she is Alice! And she’s nice and kind and fun to hang around. What kind of question is this?

Q9: Favorite food?

A9: Tuna!

Q10: On a typical day, what can you find in your pockets?

A10: Uh… *pulls pockets inside out* nothing haha I never come prepared.

Q11: What is it like being a figment of Dani’s imagination?

A11: Fun! She is so random, just like me!

Wonderland Chronicles Character Interview: Malcolm

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What Actor I envisioned: Ian Somerhalder

Malcolm “Mad Hatter” Q&A

Q1. Tell us a little about yourself

A1: There isn’t much to tell. I protect Wonderland and the Dream Kingdom by any means necessary and when I’m not doing that, I am drinking tea. Actually, I will drink tea while protecting Wonderland too.

Q2: What is your favorite flavor tea?

A2: I special blend I made of black teas, berries, green tea, and roses. 

Q3: Favorite color?

A3: Green and orange

Q4: What was it like living in the Dark Forest?

A4: Nothing spectacular. I got used to it. I feel at home there because no one bothers me and I can drink all the tea I want without someone judging me. 

Q5: What is in your pocket on a normal day?

A5: Tea bags, pocketknife, some loose change, more tea, and some sweets.

Q6: What is your zodiac sign?

A6: Capricorn

Q7: Favorite animal?

A7: Anything other than a cat.

Q8: Favorite era of Wonderland?

A8: Current is peaceful and nice, but I do have to admit I miss some of the fun that was trying to stay on the Queen of Hearts’ good side.

Q9: Wisest words that your mentor Howard gave you?

A9: Learn from your past and move forward. Don’t let the past slow you down in becoming who you want to be. Just because you did some things that were wrong doesn’t mean you can’t become better.

Q10: Favorite flower?

A10: Besides tea plant, I would have to say hydrangeas.

Q11: What is it like being a figment of Dani’s imagination?

A11: Feels like the Dark Forest, so kind of nice and a little like home.