Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Growing up with four brothers in a diverse neighborhood coupled with two careers—the first in law enforcement and the second in conservation—and the folks I encounter every day have provided me with incredible experiences for a lifetime of stories. I have written two books—Figure Eight and Spider Lake—both part of the Northern Lakes Mystery series. I am working on the third one right now. If the firewood holds out I hope to have a solid draft done before the fishing opener.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Spider Lake is the name of my latest book. It is inspired by the people, places and traditions of northern Wisconsin.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I don’t know enough to determine whether my writing habits are unusual or not. My favorite place to write and where I get the most done is sitting on the porch with the fire going when the wind blowing cold outside. I am very satisfied when biofuel I have cut and split heat the house.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I have been a lifelong reader. Many authors have had significant influence that is reflected in my writing. Two of my favorite books are Rascal by Sterling North, a wonderful story of a boy and his pet raccoon in Albion, Wisconsin at the end of World War I and A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold a truly inspirational story of the land. Mystery authors who have influenced me include C. J. Box, Craig Johnson, Dana Stabenow, and Victoria Houston.
What are you working on now?
I am working on the third book in the John Cabrelli Northern Lakes Mystery series.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I have an amazing wife who does all of my marketing and promotion. This partnership allows me to focus on writing and allows her to do what she loves to do.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write about what you know. Write a story that you would enjoy reading yourself.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Write about what you know. Write a story that you would enjoy reading yourself.
What are you reading now?
Right now I am reading The Nail Knot by John Galligan
What’s next for you as a writer?
I will keep writing as long as people enjoy reading what I write. I really love the idea of a story within the story. In my first two books my readers and I really enjoyed how this played out. I’m just going to get a little trickier.
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?
Rascal By Sterling North, Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold, Advanced Bush Craft by Dave Canterbury, Stories of Old Duck Hunters and Other Drivel by Gordon MacQuarrie
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