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Author Interview with Alex Stevens: Stairway to Heaven

Posted on October 20, 2022 By Jenna No Comments on Author Interview with Alex Stevens: Stairway to Heaven

Corporal Jack Graven should be dead. Murdered by a vengeful angel at his own father’s funeral, Jack is resurrected and returns to life carrying a terrible secret: he is the Archangel Gabriel reincarnated.

Welcome to the October 20th stop on the blog tour for Stairway to Heaven by Alex Stevens with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, author guest posts & interviews, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post.

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Author Interview

What would we find under your bed?
Most likely our puppy, Gracie. She’s a golden retriever.

What was the scariest moment of your life?
I’m bipolar, and there was a time I didn’t use medication. I was very manic, very delusional, and I thought my father was trying to kill me.

Do you listen to music while writing? If so what?
Of course, I listen to the Ballad of Fallen Angels.

What is something you’d like to accomplish in your writing career next year?
I would like to sell 10,000 copies and at least get a decent part of the third, and possibly final, book done.

How long did it take you to write this book?
I finished this book much faster than my first. It only took 2 years.

About the Book

Stairway to Heaven
Ballad of Fallen Angels Book Two
by Alex Stevens

Published 4 October 2022

Genre: Fantasy
Page Count: 206
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Corporal Jack Graven should be dead. Murdered by a vengeful angel at his own father’s funeral, Jack is resurrected and returns to life carrying a terrible secret: he is the Archangel Gabriel reincarnated.

Jack’s not the only one with secrets. His older brother, Lieutenant Colonel Tyler Graven “Demon of Kyoto”, has just inherited his father’s fortune and legacy as Lord of War, with no intention of stopping there: Tyler will someday rule the world.

The brothers reunite their elite military unit, “The Four Horsemen,” with Tyler’s longtime flame Colonel Diana Levitas and the mysterious Lance Corporal Jin Xialong. Together they seek to uncover the truth of Jack’s past life and propel Tyler to his impossible destiny.

Thrust into a supernatural war, the Gravens find salvation through the Black Muramasa, a cursed black katana and the only weapon that can destroy immortals. As they uncover more mysteries behind the ancient blade, they come face to face with the Devil himself, but in the most familiar of faces. Their pasts, presents, and futures all linked, the Four Horsemen must end the war once and for all to survive with their souls intact. Failing could mean the end of the world.

A follow up to the explosive first book in the Ballad of Fallen Angels series, “Sympathy for the Devil,” Book 2 is an action-packed, gun-slinging adventure that packs the punch of a military thriller with high-stakes supernatural intrigue.

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Excerpt

“Make no mistake about it,” I continued. “You and your companions are caught in the middle of a war, a war of immortals. You need me just as much as I need you. As my disciples, the only change is your indebtedness to me. I would in essence be your master, and in return I will continue to offer my advice and protection. As it stands, I would say the two of you are quite indebted to me already.”

“What will we gain from this?” Jack asked. “I’ve never even considered the thought of pledging myself in return for information.”

“You gain an identity for yourself, and Tyler perhaps his soul. It will make sense once I’ve finished, this is for certain. You will also gain intimate knowledge regarding the immortals after your lives, but not without the assurance that I have my followers.”

Jack and Tyler faced each other then, seemingly sharing a silent moment of contemplation.

“Better the devil you know, little brother,” Tyler said at last.

“I tried walking away once, and it didn’t end well. He knew my name, a name I haven’t shared with anyone here,” Jack stated, turning in his chair to face Tyler. “I’m still alive, so I’d like the truth.”

“I guess we’re in, then.”

“Two,” I counted, displaying both fingers in the air. “Very well, then, my disciples. I will reveal everything you wish to know and more. The greatest story ever told.”

“Who are you really?” Jack asked.

“I am the fallen one,” I responded. “I am Lucifer.”

About the Author

Alex Stevens is a Marine Corps Veteran with two deployments and a graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Interdisciplinary Studies program, a unique undergraduate degree that caters to students with various interests of study. He is also an advent traveler and philosophy enthusiast who has spent a lifetime studying religions, with a focus on Non-denominational Christianity. Alex spends most of his time going for walks, spending time with loved ones, and when the juices are flowing, writing. Fantasy fiction is his great escape from the mundane and he likes to create fantastical realities that are blended with non-fictional people, places, and events.

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  1. Goddess Fish Promotions says:
    October 20, 2022 at 8:46 AM

    Thanks for hosting!

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  2. Sherry says:
    October 20, 2022 at 9:46 PM

    Sounds like a really good story.

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    1. Alex Stevens says:
      October 22, 2022 at 2:25 PM

      Thanks, Sherry!

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  3. Bea LaRocca says:
    October 20, 2022 at 11:10 PM

    Thank you for posting about Stairway to Heaven, I love the cover, synopsis and excerpt and I am looking forward to reading this book and series

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    1. Alex Stevens says:
      October 22, 2022 at 2:26 PM

      Thank you, Bea. I hope you enjoy it.

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  5. xjanelx78 says:
    October 21, 2022 at 1:17 PM

    Really nice cover and excerpt, looking forward to reading this!

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    1. Alex Stevens says:
      October 22, 2022 at 2:27 PM

      Thank you very much!

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  6. Cheri Moseley says:
    October 21, 2022 at 5:30 PM

    I am looking for a new genre – this sounds like something I would like. Thans for sharing

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    1. Alex Stevens says:
      October 22, 2022 at 2:27 PM

      Thanks Cheri, hopefully this is right up your alley.

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  7. xjanelx78 says:
    October 22, 2022 at 12:30 PM

    I see that you are working on the 3rd book – do you plan on any sequels after that or is the 3rd the ending?

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    1. Alex Stevens says:
      October 22, 2022 at 2:29 PM

      I’m honestly not sure yet. Initially I thought it would be a trilogy, but I think I might need more books to tell the full story.

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  8. Eva Millien says:
    October 22, 2022 at 4:27 PM

    Fantastic excerpt, Stairway to Heaven sounds like an excellent read for me!

    Thanks for sharing it with me and have an awesome weekend!

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  9. xjanelx78 says:
    October 24, 2022 at 12:59 PM

    What inspires you when writing?

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  10. xjanelx78 says:
    October 25, 2022 at 12:40 PM

    Do you have any books you recommend to read for spooky season?

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