Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a retired member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and a former law enforcement college instructor. I went to China to study their police training and remained living in Chongqing for five years. I was a widower when I went to China and I eventually met a wonderful woman and got married. We now divide our time between Canada and China. I have long been a health and fitness “nut” and my wife, Tian Yong, is a master of the ancient Chinese art of rejuvenation.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is “RAPE PROOF: STRATEGIES, TACTICS & SELF DEFENSE TO STAY SAFE”. I was alarmed that up to 3 million women are killed annually, most preceded by sexual assault. Rape is at epidemic levels on college campuses and women in India are at risk just walking down the street.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I don’t think I have any unusual writing habits although I suppose I have to be motivated to get started.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
For most of my life, I read mostly non-fiction, but now I read novels for the enjoyment and relaxation. My favorite is Bernard Cornwell but I don’t think any authors have actually influenced me.
What are you working on now?
I am not working on a new book at the moment.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am reading many books on the subject of how to market ebooks and I think I am learning more and more methods to become successful.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Be confident in yourself…don’t worry about criticism and don’t associate with negative people or at least don’t listen to them. Just proceed with your writing plans.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Never, never quit. Quitters never succeed at anything.
What are you reading now?
I am reading the Fletcher series, a historical drama about a Englishman and his adventures in the late 1700s.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I wrote four spy-mystery-thrillers in a series called, “The Chinese Woman”. I am tempted to start on a fifth in the series.
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?
Books on how to live off the land, particularly on a desert island. Also how to build a sailing craft with limited resources…I already know how to sail to get off the island.
Author Websites and Profiles
Brian N. Cox Website