Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I was born and raised in Des Moines, Iowa, to my wonderful Italian parents, I grew up in an average Italian family household and with being the youngest out of three siblings. I had a habit of getting things that I wanted. As I grew older and made my way to Iowa State University, I learned that as an adult I couldn’t continue my childhood lifestyle which pushed me to pursue my entrepreneur career.
Unfortunately, I made some very irrational choices that led me to a federally funded paid vacation for several years. While I was away, I had to re-evaluate my life and it’s meaning. I decided to take up writing to pass time. After looking back at my life and other associates of mine, I was able to come up with not just one, but a series of novels that are filled with both fiction and non-fictional events.
I’m here to share my story and show insights into a world that many people know of, some have actually attempt to try and only a handful succeeded.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The name of my latest book is Bliss 2, My books are a continuing of what is to be come a 3 to 4 book series.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I like to write at night and if I can get to the point I’m able to financially do it, I would focus 6-8 hrs a day to writing. I usually will go for several weeks writing, which takes me to a roadblock so I take a week or two off to regroup and go again. It took me a total of 8.5 months to write to books just the first draft though.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
skyscraper by Zane was a big influence for my writing style.
What are you working on now?
doing my research for Bliss 3.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I usually use social networking, along with book promo sites, and my personal site for my books blissthebook.com
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don’t give up and just keep writing, hard work and dedication will pay off in the end!
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Work smarter not harder!
What are you reading now?
The Forbidden island by Alex O’Brien
What’s next for you as a writer?
currently working on the research for book 3 but also working with movie individuals to get my book adapted for TV
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Thats a hard question there is so many books I like, But I would have to honestly think about this, I’m more of a visual person so the book would have to be able to play a movie in my head for me to keep reading it.
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