Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am semi-retired after working more than 60 years since college.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book title is: “Free Online College Courses Now!”
The presidential candidate, Bernie Sanders, inspired me to
publicize sources of free (non-credit) online college courses,
as part of his campaign promises includes free college.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Only unusual in my habit of trying to jot down notes and ideas
while waiting for my wife to finish shopping in the mall.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I stumbled upon a science fiction book which was part of
the series of “Dunes” when I was browsing Half-Price Books.
I liked the entire series and promised myself to start doing
something about writing.
When younger, I loved the series of books on the Three Musketeers.
What are you working on now?
I am working on more non-fiction to urge self-employed people
to prepare for their eventual retirement by establishing their
own pension plans and saving something regularly.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Since my ebooks are on Amazon, I rely somewhat on their advertising.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write, write, write; self-publish, and tell the
world about your book(s).
Don’t procrastinate trying to be perfect.
Put it out there ASAP; become perfect later.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
The same that I just gave above: write, write, write.
What are you reading now?
Mostly research for my new books.
What’s next for you as a writer?
More non-fiction advice books.
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?
Probably some Stephen King and Ernest Hemingway stuff.
Author Websites and Profiles
Brandon Rigney Website
Brandon Rigney Amazon Profile