Interview with Mary Sage Nguyen

Published 2015-04-07.
What is your writing process?
I freewrite first, and edit later. Just let it rip and edit later!
When did you first start writing?
I first starting writing when I was in the fifth grade. I wrote to please my teachers at the time. Now I write to please myself, and my audience. I started writing "The Malevolent Twin" when I was twenty one years old.
What motivated you to become an indie author?
I was motivated to become an indie author because I had a story to tell. "The Malevolent Twin" of course. I wanted to publish my story. Originally, I query literary agents. I was rejected by a few. I decided since I have to funds to I would self-publish. I followed through and here I am.
What is the greatest joy of writing for you?
I write, because I have a story to tell. My greatest joy in writing is when I have completed the manuscript. Then send it off to be polished, and manufactured into a book.
What's the story behind your latest book?
"The Malevolent Twin" is a parasitic twin phenomenon! “The Malevolent Twin” is the story of a wayward wicked twin with destructive intentions. The Malevolent Twin, is an horror-fantasy thriller, that leads the reader along a dark and suspenseful narrative journey.

Basically the story follows, Avery Tran. She is a young innocent Asian teenager. Venice is her alter ego, and imaginary friend. She has followed Avery all her life, pestering her, and so forth. Avery begins to wonder what Venice really is. Imaginary friend leave after childhood. Venice is still there. Her investigation leads her an abandoned old mobile home, a elderly exorcist, and a quirky albino psychic. Venice turns out to be a parasitic twin, who has been living with Avery since birth. She enacts her revenge against Avery because in the end she feels mistreated, and wants to be free. Venice has dreams, and ambitions of her own. Which you will read about in the book.
Where did you grow up, and how did this influence your writing?
I spent a large part of my childhood in Tyler, Texas. I didn't grow up in the nicest, and cleanest house. I remember reading a lot to avoid the reality of my life back then. Reading books was my salvation and escape back then! Now, being a published author, I feel my own book "The Malevolent Twin" is my salvation.
When you're not writing, how do you spend your time?
When I am not writing, I spend my days doing homework for my classes. Currently, I am taking a World Civilizations class that is crushing me! I literally write more than ten pages a week for that class alone. I also cook and clean quite a bit. I also try to hang out with family, and friends as much as possible. Sometimes it is not possible due to my busy lifestyle.... On slow days, I like to sit back and drink a rumchata martini and veg on the couch. This rarely happens. When it does, I enjoy it. Who doesn't enjoy a nice buzz?
What do you read for pleasure?
I read self help, non fiction, science fiction, fantasy, young adult, and more....
What are you working on next?
I am working on "The Malevolent Twin's Retribution". I already have 44,000 words on it. I don't want to spoil anything until it is published.
How do you approach cover design?
I take care of my cover and formatting needs with the Canadian company Ebook Launch. You can reach them at www.ebooklaunch.com
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Books by This Author

The Reading Parrot Named Darwin
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 70. Language: English. Published: March 12, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Imagination & Play, Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Birds
This is a Children's Picture Book for children ages 2-12. Lana is a writer, and who is suffering from a case of writer’s block. She receives an African grey parrot from her elderly aunt. She later finds out this parrot is no ordinary bird, but one that can read. The parrot assists her with overcoming writer’s block. They become friends, and she learns that inspiration can come from anyone!
The Mesmerizing Collection Box Set
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 51,080. Language: English. Published: July 13, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Young adult or teen » Thriller & Suspense
Three books for the price of one! The Malevolent Twin; is the story of a wicked twin with destructive intentions! Pennie Apples:Deleted Chapter is the story of Pennie before she was Avery's confident and sleuth. Uriel's Absolution is the story of a fallen angel who attempts to get back through the golden gates, with the assistance of a terminally ill boy.
Pennie Apples: Deleted Chapter
Price: Free! Words: 9,140. Language: English. Published: June 24, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Mystery & detective » Short Stories, Fiction » Mystery & detective » Women Sleuths
A missing girl from a prominent, and wealthy family An albino psychic investigator's first day on the job An unborn baby with a psychic connection with her mother The first riveting case Pennie assists with solving This is the beginning of albino psychic detective Pennie Apples. Before she was Avery Tran's sleuth and confidant in The Malevolent Twin.
Uriel's Absolution
Price: Free! Words: 4,360. Language: American English. Published: April 28, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Young adult or teen » Fantasy
The story of a fallen angel who attempts to get back through the golden gates, with the assistance of a terminally ill boy. Damon Garcia is a normal young boy, except he is knocking at death’s door. He stumbles upon an arch angel Uriel who asks for his aid in order to slay a demonic abomination Tim Timberlake. Who also happens to be an international rockstar. They two search for a spear.The only
The Malevolent Twin
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 37,560. Language: American English. Published: April 5, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Young adult or teen » Horror, Fiction » Horror » Crime
A murderous wicked twin. An innocent, law abiding, and oblivious girl.The ultimate brawl between contrasting sisters! Murder, mystery, suspense and more. “Twins are usually hailed with delight, because they swell the power of the family, though in some instances they are put to death.” John Hanning Speke