Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’ve been passionate about writing and books for as long as I can remember. It started with short stories on a typewriter and now I’ve written about 8 different full length novels in various genres.
I write to entertain and my dream, like most writers, is to have my work recognized and appreciated.
In my spare time I like to stay fit with weight training and martial arts, anything outdoors, and unwinding with a movie or good book.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest novel LUCKY SEVENS is a thriller set in Las Vegas. It is the story of Luca Luchazi, head of security for Saints and Sinners Casino, who has to find a killer on the loose when famous names start winding up dead.
I wrote LUCKY SEVENS because I grew up in Las Vegas and I was tired of all the stereotyped, fluff pieces people portrayed on TV, movies, and even in song. Yes, Vegas is a party town but there are also REAL people who live here. It was my intent to showcase that above all else.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I still prefer to write long hand on a legal tablet and then go back and put everything in the computer.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Dean Koontz was my first influence. It was after reading his work that I decided I wanted to be a full on author. I’ve also enjoyed Mary Higgins Clark and I like finding new voices.
What are you working on now?
I’m writing a spin off to my acclaimed Demon Hunter series. And I’m also developing two more series that I plan to get off the ground in the next few years.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I use Facebook alot and it is linked to my Twitter page.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write the book first, then worry about how you’re going to publish it.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“Write for the wastebasket.”
It takes the pressure off of trying to deliver a perfect first draft.
What are you reading now?
Off Season by Jack Ketchum…its fabulous!
What’s next for you as a writer?
This year I’m looking to attain a traditional publishing contract with a major house. For all the benefits of self-publishing I would still like to see what happens when a larger company is behind my work.
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?
Intensity by Dean Koontz…that’s what started it all.
Lord of the Rings so I could finally finish it!
A book of blank paper to write in.
And a survival manual 🙂
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