Author Interview: The Ghost Writer by LG Nixon

About the Book

Book: The Ghost Writer, book two of The Issachar Gatekeeper Series

Author: LG Nixon

Genre: Young Adult Fiction/Religious/Christian Fantasy/Mysteries & Detective Stories

Release Date: December, 2021

Ghost hunters, Lucy Hornberger and Schuyler Williams, are chasing ghosts through their school. As they vanquish one ghost, another ghost appears, and Lucy gets blamed for the destruction. She soon learns someone has been cursed, but who?

Darnathian and his Irredaemon forces are still after the Lucy’s artifact, called the Spectrescope. It allows her to see and track spirits. It also hides the Spirit Sword that vanquishes the daemons. Darnathian is determined to learn the source of the Spectrescope’s ancient magic, unlock its secrets and find the Life Tree. If he can eliminate Lucy Hornberger, all the better.

Using the power of the magical artifacts that were in the trunk she purchased from the vendor at the flea market, Lucy and Schuyler must end the hauntings, break the curse, protect the Spectrescope, and do it all without getting expelled from school.

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About the Author

Meet LG Nixon, author, coffee connoisseur, motorcycle enthusiast, and collector of strange artifacts. With her zany imagination, she fuses a page-turning fantasy with a haunting theme and turns it into a spirit filled adventure with quirky and likable characters. After a long career, she left the workplace behind and turned to writing. Her stories are lighthearted but carry an underlying message of the importance of a Biblical worldview. She researches and writes full-time from her home in Michigan where she prowls the night star gazing and watching for a supernatural event. LG loves to ski, ride motorcycles, travel, and fly small planes; but no bungee jumping, thank you very much.

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Author Interview with LG Nixon

Q: What was the inspiration behind this novel? 

LG: One day Lucy (the main character) popped into my head out of nowhere. The more I thought about her, the more I realized here was a teenager who didn’t know there was a spiritual realm. The goal of The Issachar Gatekeeper series is to show readers how biblical principles can change their lives and their understanding of the world around them while providing an imaginative and compelling story of ghosts, the supernatural, and the battle between good and evil. Everyone loves to be spooked sometimes, not scared witless. A good adventure can be entertaining and still leave the reader with a new understanding.


Q: How long did it take you to write this novel? 

LG: The Ghost Writer took shape in about four months or so, then rewriting and editing pushed it out another couple of months. I keep a large binder on my desk for each novel and it holds my collection of ideas, Bible verses, character sketches, research, intriguing photos, and any other item that spurs imagination. I am usually developing the next story as I am completing the current project. There will eventually be five novels in The Issachar Gatekeeper series. Then on to the next book!


Q: Would you share something about yourself that most readers wouldn’t know? 

LG: I’m laughing as I answer this one. You could say I suffer from pareidolia-the ability to perceive patterns or images in nonspecific arrangements of lines or shapes. Like the witch’s face in the knot of the tree outside my window. Now I can’t unsee it! She has a long chin, sunken eyes, and a pointed nose with a wart on top. I also have a collection of oddities, like the rock that sits on my desk. I call it my brain. You can probably guess what it looks like. My family laughs and says I’m weird.


Q: In what setting do you enjoy writing the most? 

LG: Usually, I enjoy a controlled inside environment with few interruptions. The grumpy gnome statue that guards my office door holds a sign that says, “Leave!” Sometimes, I will wear noise canceling headphones and listen to soft instrumental music keyed to the scene I am writing. If it is a pleasant day, I will take the laptop out to the patio or porch to write. We have deer who wander through the woods and it is always a sweet diversion to watch. When we are traveling in the motorhome, I use headphones and my laptop to continue writing while my husband drives.


Q: What are you reading now? 

LG: I am currently reading several books: a young adult action/adventure series (The Ranger’s Apprentice), an end times prophecy (The Return of the Gods), and another on current events from a Christian POV (The Spirit of the AntiChrist). You could say I have a little ADHD going on. I usually have several craft projects going at the same time too, with painting, rug punch, and learning to bake new gluten free recipes. I’ve been known to crotchet and walk on the treadmill while watching the news and talking on the phone. These days, I limit it to watching videos while on the treadmill—I was missing too many stitches in my crochet!

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More from LG Nixon

I’ve always had zany and quirky imagination. Growing up in a creaky old house with a grandmother who told stories of ghostly visitations, I was curious. As a child, I filled journals with mystery and detective stories.

These days I write about ghosts and spirits to entertain, and use scripture as dialogue to portray God’s love and forgiveness, our hope of redemption, and the reality of a supernatural dimension just beyond our perception.

Why would a Christian author write about ghosts? Because scripture is filled with ghosts and spirits, angels, and demons along with some amazing creatures. God uses incredible imagery to capture our imagination and draw us deeper into His word. I love to study scripture because I always find new truths that go beyond the scope of imagination.

My writing has grown from my love for Jesus and a desire to share my faith with hope and encouragement. The Issachar Gatekeeper series is designed to show young adults in a fun, adventurous way the impact Christian principles can have on their lives and to deepen their understanding of the world around them.

Our heroine, Lucy, has a wonderful neighbor, Mrs. McGoo, who always comes through to save the day with her delicious chocolate chip cookies. Lucy’s best friend, Schuyler Williams, says, “A really good chocolate chip cookie is nearly a spiritual experience, don’t you think?” So, we are sharing this recipe with you so you can sit, relax, and share some with a friend. Enjoy!

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Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, L.G. is giving away the grand prize package of a custom printed canvas tote bag including a signed copy of the book, mug and coaster, book light, bookmarks, and other goodies!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

Giveaway Link: https://promosimple.com/ps/2772a/the-ghost-writer-celebration-tour-giveaway