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Me: Many of the characters in the book face significant challenges and obstacles. Is there a particular message or theme you hope readers take away from their journeys? Author: Absolutely, Becky! In Spark, I aimed to ensure that you and your companions faced external and internal challenges, reflecting real-life experiences' complexities. Throughout your journey, I wanted to mirror the adversity that many individuals confront in their lives. Crafting characters that readers could relate to was crucial for grounding the story in authenticity. I portrayed you, Becky, as the main character, with deliberate flaws and questionable decisions, illustrating the human capacity for imperfection. Your brother Tommy's struggles with addiction and mental illness, using sarcasm as a coping mechanism, were meant to show the multifaceted nature of personal battles. Despite the conflicts between you and Tommy, I wanted to highlight the deep bond and care you both share. Additionally, your friend Connor serves as a stabilizing force, offering rationality and support amidst the chaos of your journey. 
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Me: Ms. Leung, what inspired you to write Spark? Author: What inspired me to write Spark was a combination of my concerns about certain issues like global warming and mental health. These topics resonate with me, and I felt compelled to weave them into the book's narrative. I chose to follow your journey in an apocalyptic world. This setup allowed me to explore themes of survival, resilience, personal growth, and the human condition while incorporating the issues I care about into the story. Me: That's pretty interesting! Where can I read my book? Author: Good question! Spark is available from all major retailers. You can find the button to get a copy from Amazon on the top right corner of this page (or click here). The other retailers are listed on the homepage. You can also ask your local library to pick up a copy of Spark so you can borrow the book from the library.  |
