Romantasy
Date Published: March 16, 2026
Interview with Judith S. Cohen
Could you tell us about any research trips you took for this story? Which places did you visit, and what made them essential to your writing?
Anita meets Devin in a Starbucks on long Island. Sadly leaving New York and growing up in The Bahamas is a fantasy my imagination has taken me. I have dreamt about school in England and being wealthy enough to live the life Devin and his family had.
What's the strangest thing you've ever had to research online for your book?
Being a fan and avid reader of science fiction, imagining an alien like Mr. "D" and ability took some thought and research. I loved the old Star Trek and Star Wars, they do influence my thinking.
What research (history, mythology, science) goes into your world-building?
I am now studying A.I. and the dangers associated with it. The future does not paint a secure and happy merge for humanity. The more I read the more frightened of A.I.I become. Mr. "D" and his alien would is a connection to what A.I. might become/
Have any of the people you've known, past or present, left a lasting impression on your writing journey? If so, we'd love to hear about a memorable experience that stands out to you.
My Father, Frank Haratz has left in my care three unfinished novels and a short book about his time as a prisoner of war in Germany. I am working on his story for my next book.
Do you write in the same genre all the time?
No my first book, "Standing st Heaven's Doorstep" was a series of short stories of fantasy and science fiction. My second short book , "Teaching children To Read and Write", is a learning book. Finally "Devin And The Devil" is a Romantasy.
If so, have you ever consider writing in another one?
My Fathers war book will be historical non fiction..
Which character, supernatural or human, do you enjoy writing the most and why?
I fell in love with Devin and his cousin James. Devin was so romantic and his cousin, such a scoundrel. I enjoyed them so much.
I am a retired teacher, parent, wife and Grandmother of four. Stormy my Havenese dog is 19 years old, and I think of him as my fur child. I enjoy writing science fiction, fantasy, and stories about my life. Devin and the Devil is my third book, and my favorite. I hope it is yours too.
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