Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Born in Bremerton, raised in Port Orchard. Ian has aspired to be a writer from a young age. He currently resides in Eastern Washington with his family (not far from his original roots). His previous writing experience stems from a technical business writing background. His past projects include poetry, corporate processes, and ghostwriting. He has traveled all over the country and has lived in several states. None more beautiful than the State of Washington (according to Ian). He plans on spending the rest of his days in Washington. He enjoys spending time with his family and riding his Harley Davidson. Trips to Seattle and his original hometown occur once a year. “Hometown” is his first book with plans to author many more.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
“Hometown” – The Puget Sound Kids of the 1990s. Honestly, music inspired me to write literature. I grew up in the Pacific Northwest during the grunge era. I’ve always been fascinated by wit and emotional intelligence.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Yes, I do. Most authors organize or start with a plot. I prefer to put on the earbuds and go to town on my Google Chromebook. I also have a terrible habit of creating my book covers and titles before starting a book.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I’m a fan of William Faulkner and Ernest Hemingway. They both have unique writing styles that have captivated me.
What are you working on now?
I’m currently working on my newest book entitled “Hang Em’ High” – Mass Shootings in America. This book is my latest attempt to call upon the empathy of our great Nation to stop Mass Shootings and acts of domestic terrorism. My heart bleeds for the victims and families recovering from such horrifying events.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’m currently using Facebook, Twitter, Amazon.com, GoodReads, Google books, and LinkedIn.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Yes, use the Hemingway App and Novelist if you can. Further, when you get writer’s block, use this time to work on your cover, chapter names (TOC), etc. Don’t stop writing and don’t give up. If someone tells you that you can’t write a book, or calls you a dreamer, keep going, and if someone makes fun of you for trying to do something with your life, go even harder and accomplish your dreams.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
You only have one life. Live as if there is no tomorrow.
What are you reading now?
I am currently reading “The Heroin Diaries” by Nikki Sixx.
What’s next for you as a writer?
My goal is to reach a larger audience and to keep writing and get better every single day.
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?
“As I lay dying” – William Faulkner, “For whom the bell tolls” – Ernest Hemingway, “The catcher in the Rye” – J.D. Salinger, and “The Great Gatsby” – F. Scott Fitzgerald.
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