Fantasy - Oz Wilson

[Diane]

MEET Oscar "Oz" Wilson, author of Shadow Walker Chronicles
Oz describes himself as a lifelong lover of comic books, science fiction, horror, and fantasy literature. He’s won a semi-finalist award in 2004 from the National Writer’s Network and his story, “The Cromwell: A Hip-Hop Horror Story” was chosen as the basis for a film called “The Fury" currently in production with Trillium Films in upstate New York. He is married and currently lives in Michigan.

A being created of dark magic is the center of The Shadow Walker Chronicles: a product of a malevolent entity used for vengeance, and the soul of an innocent child that formed an immortal warrior. The good and dark sides of this supernatural force are in constant conflict for total control of his heart. The Shadow Walker is a unique anti-hero since he poses more of a threat to mankind than the villains he faces.

When did you begin writing?
I began writing in High School. However I didn't share it with the public until around 1999.
What drew you to this particular genre? My father loved science fiction movies and my mother loved horror films. I can remember my dad watching Star Trek and classics like Forbidden Planet and This Island Earth. My mother loved the fright filled side of the genre. I saw Night of the Living Dead when I was 4years old. Need I say more?

Why do you think speculative fiction is important? It's especially important because when done correctly it generates imagination, which leads to inspiration and hopefully positive invention.

What are the key elements or literary devices you use in your fiction (Ex. vampirew, space or time travel, first contact, Armageddon, etc.)?
History, Sci-fi Action, Sex, and magic!

What are your plans for future books? This is the first in a planned series for "The Shadow Walker Chronicles." I will also launch two more series early next year. However the details are being closely guarded. I will let everyone know when the time for the next release from Dark Rhino Publshing.

Favorite author, book and/ movie:
Stephen King/ Stan Lee Most Major titles from D.C. or Marvel (I think that comic books are legitimate forms of literature.) If I have to make a real choice then Stephen King's Night Shift. As far as the movie, it's a toss-up between Star Wars or Lord of the Rings.

What do readers need to know about you and your works?
That my work is for Mature Readers Only! I know that this may limit my sales but I feel more comfortable writing about issues that someone my age can relate to. However don't knock the metaphors and symbols that the main character's saga illustrates. I also feel that people tend to enjoy stories that have a real feel and knock some mystical world that people don't make mistakes and feel natural urges. I work in issues that would appeal to readers in the 17* age group.