Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My name is Christopher Galvez and I live in southern Louisiana. I am currently a full-time police commander with experience in body language, statement analysis, SWAT, traffic, training, investigations and forensics. I’m also a part-time instructor for Louisiana State University where I teach instructor development around the US. I’m married to my high school sweetheart since 2000. Together we have one teenage son and six animals. In high school I was an athlete, running track and playing football. Thus far I’ve published two books and am working on my third.
The inspiration for my books is taken from my life. The paranormal stuff is courtesy of my wife and her hereditary “gifts”. I used to joke that she put a love spell on me, but I actually believe it. I’m grateful she did!
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Five Seconds Til Dark is a vigilante book that blends the likes of Dexter, The Punisher and Taken. As a law enforcement officer, I’ve seen many evil criminals walk away without any consequences for their actions. Five Seconds Til Dark brings a dark vigilante justice to the evils of man by way of a freak accident that left the main character with a super power. He initially uses his ability to freeze time for five seconds to level the playing field on bullies. As his life spirals, he upgrades his targets to hardened criminals who do heinous things to innocent people.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
When I get writer’s block, I sit down with a large glass of whiskey and let my creativity explode. Amazingly, while drinking, my writing takes many different directions and my characters change (some good and some bad). Often, on the following day, I’ll have some heavy editing to do, but overall I’m able to break my writer’s block.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Stephen King for his crisp prose. Lee Child for his descriptive action scenes. Selwyn Raab for his amazing research.
What are you working on now?
I’m currently writing the sequel to Thy Psychic Son (my first published novel).
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Twitter has been a God-send. The writing community there is extremely supportive! I’ve mainly used online advertising such as Facebook and Instagram. I just tried The Fuzzy Librarian and Bookbub, so the results are pending.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write! I read that 80% of great writers never get their first page written. Find the time to write, create a schedule and stick to it! Many new authors (myself included) have full-time jobs so finding time to write can be tough. You get out whatever you put in, so work hard.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” You’ll never succeed if you don’t try.
What are you reading now?
My favorite novel, 11/22/63, by Stephen King.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I have five more novels planned, so I’ll be a busy-bee.
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?
1. The Bible
2. The Difference Maker
3. How to Survive on a Deserted Island
4. 11/22/63 (just because I love it)
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