Hi all:
As you know on Fridays I bring you guest authors and new books. I’ve known today’s author Vashti Quiroz-Vega for a while, through Twitter, and her blog, but for some reason she’d gone under my radar and hadn’t been in one of my Friday blogs. I followed one of her horror stories in her blog at the end of last year and I realised I should bring her here, so much I enjoyed it.
So, here is Vashti:
Hello! My name is Vashti Quiroz-Vega. I’m a writer of Suspense, Thriller, Fantasy and Horror. I also enjoy mixing in some Humor and Romance into my stories.
From the time I was a young kid, writing has been my passion. I’ve always been a writer I just didn’t know it until much later. For me, it is easier to express my thoughts on paper than with the spoken word. I enjoy making people feel an array of emotions with my writing. I like my audience to laugh one moment, cry the next and clench their jaws after that.
My love of animals and nature are often incorporated in my stories. You’ll read intriguing things about various animals, nature and natural disasters commingled in my character driven novels.
I love to read almost as much as I love to write. Some of my favorite authors are Stephen King, M. Night Shyamalan, Michael Crichton, Anne Rice, J.R.R. Tolkien, J.K. Rowling and Dan Brown.
http://www.amazon.com/Vashti-Quiroz-Vega/e/B00GTXG5W4/
Her first book is:
A kid should not be aware of his own heartbeat, he thought.
Robbie is an ordinary boy in the city who struggles with the desire to prove himself to his friends, his enemies, and himself. When Robbie’s father, a stubborn man determined to teach his son through tough love, witnesses Robbie being bullied, he forces Robbie to face his fears. Robbie is then sentenced to a frightening challenge–staying in the basement alone for a night. But what lies in the dark recesses of the basement? Will Robbie make it out alive and well? Will the urban legend about the terrifying creatures that hide in the dark basement prove to be true? And most importantly, will Robbie prove to his friends and his father that he is brave enough to take on the challenge?
The Basement is a tale of angst, teamwork and solutions, treasure hunts and adventure, and facing fears. It is a focus on the small world of one group of preteens and the very real and wondrous world they face.
http://www.amazon.com/Basement-Vashti-Quiroz-Vega-ebook/dp/B00F53WNOS/
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Basement-Vashti-Quiroz-Vega-ebook/dp/B00F53WNOS/
Don’t forget to check her blog:
http://vashtiqvega.wordpress.com/
There are many stories, haikus and you’ll get to know lovely Vashti, that’s in itself more than enough reason to visit.
Thanks so much to Vashti for visiting my blog, thanks to all of you for reading and if you’ve enjoyed it, like, comment, share and CLICK!
57 replies on “Guest writer: Vashti Quiroz-Vega and ‘The Basement’”
Lovely post Olga, and nice to meet Vashti.
…Also sending love, light, and hugs to you and your family. 🐻
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Thanks Teagan.
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Thank you Teagan. 🙂
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Reblogged this on theowlladyblog.
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Thanks Viv.
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Vashti is a delightful young lady. It’s lovely to see her featured here.
xxx Massive Hugs xxx
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Thanks David.
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Aw, thank you David. xx Ginormous Hugs xx
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Lovely to meet Vashti….her work sounds very interesting….
I have been thinking about you and your Father this week. Janet.
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Thanks Janet. She’s a lovely lady. My Dad just passed away yesterday.
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Thank you very much, Janet. 🙂
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Thanks for sharing, Olga! It’s nice to find out more about Vashti 🙂
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Thanks Nicholas.
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Hello Nicholas! Thank you for reading. 😀
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Very sorry to hear that your Dad has passed away. He is finally free from pain and cares.
You still found the time to share the work of new writers. Just shows what a caring lady you must be.
Sincere sympathy from Norfolk. Pete.
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Thanks Pete. You’re right about the suffering. When I have a bit of time I always try to get some posts programmed in advance just in case of technical or other kinds of problems.
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Thank you for taking the time to do this for me, Olga. And thank you for all your sweet comments. You’re truly a lovely person. ❤
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Reblogged this on Smorgasbord – Variety is the spice of life and commented:
Good to find out more about Vashti here – sounds like a great young talent.
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Thanks as always Sally. She’s great
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Thank you so much, Sally! 🙂 xx
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Olga – well deserved – excellent presentation for a great blogger and writer – it is always a pleasure to read with your hidden great surprises!
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Thanks so much. She is indeed.
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Thank you for the kind words, Mihran. You’re always so supportive. 🙂
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I’ve followed Vashti’s blog for sometime and really enjoy reading her short stories. She’s a really lovely lady who gives lots of support to newbie bloggers like myself.
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Thanks Hugh. I was pleased to read that she is preparing her new book. I hope to bring it here soon…
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Hi Hugh! Thank you so much. You’re really sweet. 😀 xx
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I read in the comments, Olga, that your father recently passed away. Please accept my condolences. Thanks for the thorough review. The book sounds very well written and interesting. Nice to get to know Vashti a bit better. — Suzanne
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Thanks Suzanne. And thanks for commenting on the post. I hope to get to read more of Vashti’s longer fictions soon.
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Thank you Suzanne. 🙂
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Nice to meet you, Vashti. The basement punishment sounds so cruel, but I know it’s not unlikely. I’m intrigued and must add to my TBR list. Wonderful introduction of Vashti and story synopsis. 🙂
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Thanks Tess. She’s an awesome blogger too… I know your TBR list is getting long but I think this is a winner.
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This intrigues me because even in my time when I was young, I remember traumatic punishments as the norm.
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Sorry to hear that Tess. Times are different but still…
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Hello Tess, it’s nice to meet you too. Thank you for reading. 🙂
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Hi Vashti. Long time no see.
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🙂
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Hello! It’s nice to see you. Thank you for reading. 🙂
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I could not ‘look inside’ the book. I’ll try on your blog for an excerpt. Cheers!
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You need to try the link. The picture of the book cover is only a picture. Try the link and it will take you to the Amazon page. From there you can see the book and click the look inside.
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Got the link. Gracias! Me parece muy interesante.
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Y la nueva historia que está preparando suena muy interesante. Si te gustan las historias de terror Vashti publica muchas en su blog.
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no, no me tan gusta las historias de terror. ;Pero me gustan las de misteria y mitologia.
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De esas también hay unas cuantas…Comparto historias y libros los viernes y hay un poco de todo.
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Que Bueno!
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🙂
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Looks excellent 🙂
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Vashti is awesome.
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You’re awesome, Olga! Thank you for your friendship and support. I appreciate you. 😀 xx
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Thanks Vashti. Sorry I’ve haven’t been around much. My family situation this week has been complicated.
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Hello Christoph! Olga did a fantastic job highlighting me and my book. Thank you for reading. 🙂
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Hello Olga. Thank you so much for this lovely spotlight. You did an incredible job as you usually do. I am so sorry to hear that your father has passed away. I’m sorry for your loss. I know there isn’t much anyone can say at a time like this so I’m going to wish for your peace of mind and strength for you to carry on. ❤ xoxo
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Reblogged this on Vashti Quiroz-Vega's Blog and commented:
Check out this lovely article featuring me and my book ‘The Basement’ prepared by the lovely Olga Núñez Miret from ‘Just Olga’
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Lol … Yes I’ve heard of this author 😃
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Yes. Not surprised. All the best.
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Hi Yolanda! Thanks for stopping by. 😉
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The book “The Basement” sounds interesting – thank you for telling me about the writer!
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Thanks Christy! I know Vashti is hard at work on her new novel and she’s a very interesting blogger if you love stories (particularly horror stories).
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