Interview with Jack Wong, Author of The Vessel Awakens (The Monkey King’s Apprentice Book 1)

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Vessel Awakens (The Monkey King’s Apprentice Book 1)?

This story is loosely based on Journey to the West. I tried to imagine my daughter’s adventure in the Monkey King’s world.

What’s your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

Fantasy. Yes, it is among my favorite genres to write.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Eragon.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

How an ordinary girl from Toronto reacted when she was drawn to Monkey King’s world.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

Eating a few dates (super sweet!).

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

Carpe diem.

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

The Monkey King and the Toronto’s girl’s adventures have just begun!

Jack Wong is the author of the new book The Vessel Awakens (The Monkey King’s Apprentice Book 1)

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