Behind the Book: Ian Walker of Catch a Falling Star Hijacks My Blog

Beth VogtUncategorized 23 Comments

I’m not sure how I feel about taking over your blog.

Inspiration for Ian Walker of Catch a Falling Star

Really, Ian? I thought you’d have fun with this.

Um, not really. I’d rather take Dr. Kendall’s dog, Sully, for a walk.

You and Sully got along great in Catch a Falling Star.

Sure. What’s not to like about a dog? It’s a pretty uncomplicated relationship, you know?

You like uncomplicated relationships?

I haven’t had too many of those. I got taken away from my first mom because she abandoned me. And then I ended up in foster care before I was adopted by the Walkers—and that wasn’t the easiest adjustment for me.

Why not?

Sully — Dr. Kendall’s goldendoodle

See? This is why I’d rather walk Sully. 

Okay—that’s fair. I guess I make you deal with all that stuff in Catch a Falling Star, don’t I?

You sure do. I’m the . . . what did you call it?

You’re the Inciting Incident.

Yeah. I kinda get things going.

Exactly. So do you want to tell me what you do like?

I like Dr. Kendall – and not just because of Sully. She listens to me, ya’ know? And she didn’t get mad when I—

Sorry, Ian. I have to interrupt you before you give away part of the story.

Oh. Sorry. Well, can I just say she doesn’t get mad easily—with me, at least? Griffin seems to irritate her a lot.

They seem to irritate each other, don’t they?

Yeah—at first.

What else do you like?

The Incline in Manitou Springs, CO

I’m learning to like Colorado. At first I really missed Florida and all my friends—but Colorado is pretty cool. I want to try hiking the Incline – if Dr. Kendall says it’s okay – and Griffin says we might go to the Great Sand Dunes this summer. Oh – and I like Dr. Kendall’s endless pool.

I was waiting for you to mention that. Is there anything else you want to talk about before we wrap this up?

Yeah – my name. Why’d you choose to name me Ian?

There’s a very special reason for your name – and I’ll share more about that in an upcoming blog post.

Now you’re being secretive.

Not really. I just have a certain way I want to talk about things.

But I thought I was in charge today.

Only to a point, Ian. Only to a point.

 

 

Is there anything you’d like to ask Ian — or me — as we get “behind the book?”  More interviews by imaginary characters & other “Behind the Book” glimpses of Catch a Falling Star to come! 

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Comments 23

  1. My heart ached for Ian, but I was so pleased to see the way his character matured by the end of the book. These blog posts are making me want to read the book…again. 🙂

  2. Ian is a great kid . . . I mean, character. He’s very believable and endearing. Thanks for letting him takeover your blog. Oh, loved the photo of Sully!

  3. My heart goes out to Ian & I love him already. And Sully? I’m not normally a dog lover, but that might be changing. In fact, it’s highly possible there’s a farm dog in our future. Actually seeing fun interactions between dogs and the Vogt household have helped pre-condition me.
    After this fun interview I can’t wait to read past chapter 2 of Catch A Falling Star!!! Hurry up, May 8th!

  4. Love, love, L-O-V-E the hijackings of your blog by your characters! I felt like Ian was a real person there! Can’t wait to read and understand even more!
    SO proud of you, Mom!

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  5. I just wanted to say that: I have hiked The Incline!!! I live in Colorado. It’s a challenge, but also amazing.
    It’s just fun to see elements in a story that are true to someone’s life. Have you ever been to CO or hiked The Incline? Just wondering. 🙂

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      So, Teryn, who are you asking the question: Ian or me?
      Because, well, Ian is imaginary. And yes, in his imaginary world, he’s been to CO, but no, he hasn’t hiked the Incline.
      Me?
      I live in CO — Colorado Springs, to be exact.
      And no, I haven’t hiked the Incline. Yet.
      🙂

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