University News Last updated 29 November 2013
A student at Birmingham School of Media is celebrating after a gothic science-fiction book she wrote has been published by Gingernut Books.
From Nether Heage in Derbyshire, 20 year-old Sophie Sparham’s debut book, 'Snow in Hell', sets out to challenge the boundaries of fiction with the book’s narrative based on an angel who becomes corrupt, using her powers to wipe the brains of human beings believed to be 'evil'.
Sophie, a final year Media and Communication student at Birmingham School of Media, part of Birmingham City University, said: “The main theme of the book is about the right to have choice in life, which I think is an extremely important element of being human.
"As far back as I can remember I've always wanted to write and have been obsessed with stories. 'Snow in Hell' is part of a series of books I'm writing and the idea for the series came to me after having a strange dream."
Hoping to pursue a career in radio and music journalism, Sophie describes the writing process as being rewarding but also challenging at times. "The writing process was hard, especially juxtaposed with everyday life. You become so deeply entwined in a story, it's like you're leading another life.
"It was both a sad and happy time when I finished the last chapter of the book. It was like I was letting go of some of my closest friends. I know it sounds strange, but you really do grow with your characters. I'm just happy they're out of my head and into the real world now."
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