A.D. Vancise Captivates Readers With Dark Realities And Human Resilience
PHOTO: A.D. Vancise, award-winning author, blends gripping narratives with personal experience, creating novels that explore trauma, resilience, and the human psyche.
Exploring Trauma, Mystery, And The Power Of Storytelling
A.D. Vancise discusses her inspirations, writing process, and upcoming projects, revealing how personal experiences and artistic vision shape her gripping novels about trauma, resilience, and the complexities of human nature.
A.D. Vancise draws inspiration from a mysterious photograph discovered in her grandfather’s shoebox as a child. This discovery led her to explore dark themes such as child trafficking, eventually inspiring Hidden in the Shadows. “Turns out, this was his first case as a police officer,” Vancise recalls, highlighting how personal history can spark a writer’s imagination.
“One hundred percent! My artistic background helps shape cinematic and atmospheric storytelling.” – A.D. Vancise
Writing Through Grief
Her debut novel, Cry of an Osprey, offered a cathartic journey through personal loss. Vancise reflects, “Grief is more like you learn how to carry.” Writing allowed her to channel intense emotions while honouring the memories of loved ones.
Balancing Darkness and Engagement
Vancise skilfully balances heavy themes of trauma, love, and resilience with engaging storytelling techniques. Using dual points of view and careful pacing ensures readers remain captivated while processing emotional depth.
Connecting With Characters
Evie Day, the protagonist of Hidden in the Shadows, embodies traits Vancise admires: tenacity, belief in human goodness, and an unwavering pursuit of truth. These qualities make her both relatable and inspiring to readers.
Upcoming Projects
Vancise teases her upcoming works: Behind the Shadows, continuing Evie’s journey against a dangerous trafficking network, and Memoirs from a Killer, a prequel narrated by Roman and involving chilling real-life inspiration through a Californian medium.
Artistic Vision and Storytelling
Vancise’s background as a visual artist profoundly shapes her writing. She explains that scenes unfold in her mind like cinematic experiences, creating immersive, atmospheric storytelling.
Influence of Upbringing
Growing up in rural Canada provided Vancise with time and space to cultivate her imagination. Nature, animals, and quiet reflection inspired the richly detailed worlds in her novels.
Advice for Aspiring Authors
Vancise encourages writers to read widely, embrace criticism, and write for the love of storytelling rather than immediate publication. “Your story matters,” she reminds, urging aspiring authors to take the first step boldly.
A.D. Vancise’s exceptional talent and poignant storytelling continue to resonate, offering readers gripping narratives that explore trauma, resilience, and the complexities of the human spirit.
Originally published in Reader’s House Magazine.
