Interview With Author Marty Katz
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a retired Sergeant from the Broward Sheriff’s Office in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Former SWAT officer, undercover narcotics detective, academy instructor, and supervisor of various units, including detective bureau, patrol, and recruitment. As a high liability and ethics instructor, I started Crimewave Solutions in 1984, a company teaching officer survival. He is a 7th-degree black belt, starting his training in 1958, and the chief instructor at Bushido Karate Dojo. Past the Uniform is my first book, and Hot Potato is my second book.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Hot Potato, working as a police supervisor in the world’s second largest passenger cruise port, was the spark of the idea for the book.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Just jump right in and do lots of research.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Clancy, DeMille, Cussler
What are you working on now?
A sequel to Hot Potato and a short story science fiction book.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I have none.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Do not stop.
What are you reading now?
The Maze
What’s next for you as a writer?
Movies and for my book.