The Well of Souls follows a couple on a cruise who, inspired by the Northern Lights, create a renewable energy source using solar winds. Soon, they encounter an unexpected phenomenon that leads them to confront various ethical dilemmas. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?

My inspiration boils down to two questions: How would society react if someone invented free energy? And the age-old question: Is this life all that there is?

Your characters are engaging and complex, drawing the readers into the story. What is your process for creating such in-depth characters?

I begin with a detailed outline based on the hero’s journey. At its core, TWOS is a love story because what’s more human than love, family, friendships, and our relationships? My primary goal was to make Mara and Salvatore relatable characters, each with challenges and flaws to overcome. They speak like we do and experience emotions like we do. They make mistakes and face consequences for their actions. The first two chapters establish who they are and how they navigate a world that mirrors our inner hopes, dreams, and demons. Throughout the writing process, I constantly ask myself if I’m crafting characters that readers will care about. If the answer is no, then it’s time for a rewrite.

What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?

I focused on themes like love, longing, sorrow, the desire for knowledge and power, and the realization that our time on this earth is finite.

Is this the first book in the series? If so, when is the next book coming out, and what can your fans expect in the next story?

Yes, I am planning a series. The outline and first two chapters are written, and the working title is The Well of Souls: Aftermath. I’m an indie writer, so I have a day job to pay the bills. It usually takes me 12 to 16 months to complete a novel, from outline to editing. I don’t want to give away too much, but I will say that energy cannot be created or destroyed. It can only change forms. And Mara’s world is about to get a lot more complicated.

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