Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a native of Richmond, Va., where I currently reside, and have been writing professionally for fifteen years. I have written six novels; five of which are historical fiction. The latest is more what I call autobiographical fiction; a tale based on my life story.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The Learning Curve is my latest book, and It was inspired by events that happened to me growing up in the 80’s and 90’s.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
When I write, I have to have the door closed at all times (to keep out the sound). I usually construct a time frame (about seven hours) which I will spend out of the day writing. Once I start I don’t stop until I’ve finished the project. The shortest amount of time I’ve spent on one book was a month and a half. The longest amount of time was 9 months.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Though he his out of my genre, Tom Clancy. His Red Storm Rising book starting me reading larger books for fun. Also Shelby Foote, whose Civil War series got me hooked on historical narratives.
What are you working on now?
I am currently converting my works to screenplays.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I use facebook a lot to promote my books.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Remember, if you want your books to be read you will have to promote them.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Word-of-Mouth advertising is the best form of marketing.
What are you reading now?
The Other Wes Moore, by Wes Moore.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Hopefully to continue to write screenplays and novels. It’s what I enjoy the most.
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?
Tom Clancy’s Red Storm Rising, The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown, and The Learning Curve, by yours truly.
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