Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a native Texan and love telling the history and stories of my state. I started writing about two years ago and to date I have written five books.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest book is titled Blood Trail. It is the the fourth book in my Heck Carson series. These books include many historical events and characters that helped to build the Texas frontier.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I’m not sure how unusual it is, but I write out the first draft of my books by hand.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
The authors that have had the most influence on me are: Larry Mcmurtry, Louis L’amour, William Johnstone, and Stephen King.
What are you working on now?
I am currently working on the fifth and final book in Heck Carson series.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I write a blog (Under the Lone Star), where I discuss Texas history and the people, food, and events that make Texas so awesome. As far as promotions, I’ve had the most luck with Facebook and Amazon ads.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write. Write everyday. It’s not so important how good this writing is, as long as you keep at it, you will improve everyday. The second most important thing is to read everything you can get your hands on, especially books in your genre.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
A quote by Stephen King. “If you don’t have time to read, you don’t have the time (or tools) to write.”
What are you reading now?
I am currently reading a biography on George H. W. Bush by John Meacham. I draw much enjoyment and knowledge from reading biographies. By reading about those who achieve success in their particular field, one can see that the most important attribute that all these people share is perseverance.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I have been plotting a contemporary mystery set in Texas.
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?
Lonesome Dove, It, and the entire Smoke Jensen series of Westerns.
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