Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
graduated from the University of Cincinnati and was a Delta Tau Delta Fraternity member. He served four years in the U.S. Navy, lived in Japan for four years, and served on board the USS Independence (CV-62). Jim backpacked throughout Asia numerous times, climbed Mt. Fuji, and has completed two marathons (in 2017 and 2020). Jim worked at a little convenience store for six years in high school and college and in the packaged ice industry for 18 years after the Navy. Jim was an operations manager serving in the aviation industry for 7 years. In 2012, he rode a bicycle from Carmel, Indiana, to Orlando, Florida, for charity. Jim is a contributor to the Current in Carmel newspaper, and has written three previous books: Go the Distance (2011), 2000 Miles on Wisdom (2014) and Next in Line Please (2016).
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The True Facts Trivia Game: For Fans of FOX NEWS…It’s a first of its kind on a major news outlet–Trivia questions–I wanted to celebrate the success and zest for life FOX has in their on-air personalities.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
As soon as I get up in the morning–I grab a cup of coffee and get started. I do not have autocorrect on–it is off….I let the muse flow and then when I am done with the rough draft–then I go back and correct…..DO NOT let autocorrect stay on, keep the eyes focused and your brain on track–the best way to write for me.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Pat Williams–writer of over 100 books. Greg Gutfeld, Brian Kilmeade, Pete Hegseth–all their books have influenced me in new ideas, new creativity, new directions that I have never thought of.
What are you working on now?
I am starting a children’s book–the Ohio river is guiding me to a new adventure, between two animals, that are best of friends.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Local newspaper is the best, contacting the local news–but do not just share your book with them–you have to connect with them in order to cover your story….for example my book makes the best stocking-stuffer—so I tie in the Christmas theme with the coverage of the book, plus use your background to connect as well… Navy Vet–use Veterans Day.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
DO NOT tell people you are writing a book–your spouse is good…..but, DO NOT tell people until the book goes into publication…..Then you can blast it….
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
DO NOT tell people what your are doing, just do it. You do not need advice, or feedback–if you want to do something like write a book. DO not ask for input, for others may tell you what you do not want to hear, which could play head games–it’s your vision, it’s your goal, go out there and do it.
What are you reading now?
I am reading Brian Kilmeade’s new book.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I was a contributor to my local paper in Indiana–now I am shooting for writing for a bigger newspaper.
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?
Pat Williams–Character Carved In Stone. Greg Gutfeld–The Plus and lastly, I would take my first book–Go The Distance…
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