Liz Ald - Irresistible & Mysterious Young Adult Romance

Liz Ald lives in New York City. Her hit romance series, The Boy with the Beautiful Name, was posted to e-book sites. It quickly went viral and generated over a million reads. She enjoys skiing, sailing, and teaching kids how to read and write. She has a Master's in Education and attended a women's liberal arts college in Massachusetts. Be sure to follow her for upcoming new book releases.Please give us a short introduction to what The Boy with the Beautiful Name is about.A high school girl named Sara falls in love with a new, mysterious student she secretly nicknames, 'The Boy with the Beautiful Name.' This is not your typical romance. It's the first book in a planned series and involves many surprises and fun.What inspired you to write The Boy with the Beautiful Name? Did any personal experiences or influences shape this story?I wanted to create a story and a world where every girl could relate to the protagonist, Sara. I had previously written fantasy and horror. Romance was a genre I felt I could master. And I am very pleased with how this series turned out. I hope readers are, too!The book originally gained popularity on e-book platforms before being formally published. What was that journey like for you as an author?The goal was to see how the books performed. And to make sure the book was going in the direction readers would appreciate. It was also exciting to see how many fans literally jumped into reading the series. It went viral SO FAST! I'm so blessed to have the fans that I do. They're the reason I wrote the books. And the reason the books are as great as they can be.Sara is a relatable and strong protagonist. What was your process in developing her character?She is a fighter. And she's the type of girl who won't give up. Even when faced with some tough decisions. I wanted her to be independent, but since she's in high school, I wanted there to be some learning curves for her as well.Were any of the characters inspired by real people in your life?I am from New York City where I've encountered all types of people. The ones in the book are loosely based on combinations of multiple personality types, both real and fictional.Sara’s journey is not just about romance but also self-discovery. What message do you hope readers take away from her growth?Friends and family are important. Use your support network. That’s what they’re there for.The book captures the highs and lows of first love so vividly. How did you approach writing these emotions authentically?Every girl and reader can relate to having a first crush. I just wanted them to experience that feeling again.Many reviews praise the book for its cinematic, immersive writing. Do you visualize scenes as if they were a movie while writing?I definitely prefer scenes that are interesting. As the book expands deeper into the complicated lives of the characters, tensions and emotions hit their peak. I wanted the books to be enjoyable and action-packed.The Boy with the Beautiful Name has resonated deeply with readers. What has been the most surprising or touching feedback you’ve received?The best feedback was from readers who said they read both The Boy with the Beautiful Name and The Boy with the Beautiful Soul in only a matter of hours. HOURS! The books are almost 600 pages each! That was really fun to hear. It's such an honor to create a work that people enjoy.The book is part of The Beautiful Boy series. What can readers expect in Book 2?While both books feature similar characters, readers are in for many changes and surprises in Book 2. The series is meant to be different from almost anything everyone has read or seen. All I can say is, get ready for the ride of your life with this series.