Author Spotlight: Alana Powers
Alana Powers
Meet Alana Powers, a 25-year-old dark fantasy author originally from New Jersey, now residing in Pennsylvania with her husband and rescue pup. Alana’s journey as a writer began in her freshman year of high school when she started crafting stories in notebooks that she kept over the years. It wasn’t until last year that she took the plunge and published her first book.
Inspiration Behind the Current Book
Alana’s debut novel, Lead Us To Temptation, was inspired by dreams she had during her childhood. This unique origin fuels the rich, imaginative world she’s created in her writing.
Lead Us To Temptation
Catalina Alvarez is determined to break free from her suffocating family and live life on her own terms….
Summary
In Lead Us To Temptation, Catalina Alvarez is determined to break free from her suffocating family and live life on her own terms. Embracing a carefree lifestyle filled with parties and reckless indulgence, she plunges headfirst into a world of temptation rife with drugs, sex, and alcohol. However, her best friend Gabriel, an ArchAngel with a keen sense of danger, sees the self-destructive path she’s on. Unwilling to stand by and watch Catalina spiral towards her own demise, Gabriel enlists the help of his notorious brother, Lucifer.
Reluctantly, the enigmatic Lucifer agrees to intervene, but his initial disdain for Catalina is palpable. He sees her as just another self-absorbed party girl, destined to waste her life away in pursuit of pleasure. Catalina, in turn, regards Lucifer as an arrogant jerk who thinks he’s above everyone else. As they clash and collide, a surprising connection begins to form. Lucifer peels back the layers of Catalina’s troubled past, unearthing the haunting secrets she has hidden away. But their fragile alliance is tested when a new, apocalyptic threat emerges, one that could plunge the world into darkness. Now, Lucifer, Catalina, and Gabriel must set aside their differences and unite to save themselves and each other.
Themes and Messages
Alana hopes readers take away the powerful message that your past does not define you. Through Catalina’s journey, readers are encouraged to see beyond their past and strive for a better future.
A Closer Look at Catalina Alvarez
Alana’s favorite character in her book is her FMC (Female Main Character), Catalina Alvarez. Despite all the challenges Catalina has faced, she refuses to let herself become a villain. This resilience and strength make her a compelling and inspiring character.
Overcoming Challenges in Writing
Writing amidst a busy work schedule was a significant challenge for Alana. To make time for writing, she sacrificed spending time with friends and family, knowing how important this project was to her. Her dedication and perseverance paid off as she brought her story to life.
Advice for Aspiring Authors
Alana encourages aspiring authors to “just write it.” She believes that the biggest obstacle is often taking that first step, but once you take the leap, it feels amazing.
Upcoming Projects
Currently, Alana is working on books 2 and 3 in her series and is briefly planning her next series. Fans of her work have exciting new stories to look forward to!
Connect with Alana Powers
You can find Lead Us To Temptation on Amazon and connect with Alana on her social media platforms. Follow her journey on Instagram @aphauthor and TikTok @aph_author to stay updated on her latest projects and adventures.
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