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Questions & Answers with Anne Elizabeth
What do you like to be called, and how did the reference come about?
“‘AE’ or Anne Elizabeth. It’s my first and middle
name. I began using the moniker because the first stories I
published were quite sexy. I wasn’t comfortable with the idea of
someone showing up at my front door. Since then, I’ve come to
really enjoy being called by my full name. Even though, a bunch of
my fans queened me ‘The Energiser Bunny on Stilettos’ and they’ve
named themselves the EBOSP (Energiser Bunny On Stilettos
Posse.) They are amazing souls!”
How the graphic novel idea begin?
“PULSE OF POWER was created back in
the early ‘80s. It holds as many life lessons for me now as it did for
my friends who experienced events throughout the manuscript’s
creation.”
Why this focus and this topic for your story?
“Friendship, love,
betrayal, and passion are themes that resonate through daily life. The choice between good and evil: a moral action or an immoral
one. I see individuals wrestle with the options and fight for what is
precious to them. Oftentimes, it defines how we progress in life
and who we are. Destiny, in some ways, can be about those choices.
Especially in terms of stepping into the space of living life with
every ounce of your courage and might. It takes guts to get out
there and make a dream come true...and usually, the reward proves that
it is indeed worthwhile.”
There’s a rumor you – personally – were in a comic book.
“Yes,
I had a cameo in Laurell K. Hamilton’s 7th comic book. I won the
opportunity through one of Laurell’s charity fundraisers. It was
riot sending in pictures and seeing the sketch form. My name
wasn’t labeled in the book itself, wish it had been. But Laurell
has it on the link section of her site. And, the fans who want to
find it - do.”
Tell one of your most memorable moments, thus far:
“Chatting
with George RR Martin and his lady, Parris, at the New York Comic Con. At the time, I didn’t know who he was, and he asked me for a
book. All I knew was that this endearing man and his charming lady
enjoyed books, reading and writing, as much as I did. The next day
I brought in a favorite story, and then I learned his full name. I
was embarrassed – here was this incredibly talented and insightful
world-creator and I was supposed to give ‘him’ a book, one which
contained an extremely sexy and hot story I wrote! Well, much to
shock and joy, he found me and demanded the book. I did the only
thing I could think of — I signed it and gave it to him. A
humbling and memorable moment! The great writers truly are
outstanding for both their talent and their generosity of heart.”
Another one?
“Spending time with LA Banks and Sherrilyn Kenyon
behind the scenes. BEA and Comic Cons have spurts of activity, but
the quiet moments, where we can chat and catch up for a few moments –
talk on industry happenings, family or just interact as friends - this
is precious. They are both intensely creative authors – LA Banks
engages the spirit in a manner that hooks readers with a fervor and
leaves a long-lasting and indelible impression, and Sherrilyn Kenyon
charms the reader before she twists and plunges them into a non-stop
peril-ridden ride. They are amazing authors and brilliant
women!”
Best interview?
“Definitely a four-way split! My favorite
interviews were those with Patricia Briggs, Laurell K. Hamilton, Joe
Simon, and Janet Evanovich with her daughter, Alex. Each
experience had humorous moments, and they gave tremendous insight into
the hard-work of crafting and writing, and thinking beyond their current
storylines. One thing they all had in common was a dedication and
love of what they do, and a vision beyond their current book.”
Anything you want to add?
“Live - do what you dream of, right
now. Time on this earth is limited to this fragile shell we exist
in. Passion and joy are crucial to surviving and thriving. It is
as important as air!”
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