Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
In 1983, I moved from the beautiful state of Michigan, to the equally beautiful state of Georgia. It was here that I began my professional career in manufacturing.
At present, I have one novel that has been recently published, Neptune’s Chalice.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
That would be Neptune’s Chalice.
While I watched network news coverage of the 2016 presidential race, I tried to imagine the “Behind the scenes” daily activities of the candidates and the people they would have come in contact with. But also, having deeper thoughts of the conversations taking place about political strategies, campaign funding and also the darker, unspoken side of political power.
It was then, that the story for my novel struck me. Over the next few weeks, I began to write down storylines and names of characters, followed by an outline and the story itself. Then, as they say, the rest is history.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I try to maintain an uninterrupted setting. But life seems to find its way past my closed door.
However, one thing I do like, is to play light classical music at a low volume while I write. My favorite composer is Mozart.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
My favorite author is Dan Brown. I have been influenced by books such as…
Marathon Man by William Goldman
Three Days of the Condor by James Grady
Inferno and Angels & Demons by Dan Brown
What are you working on now?
I don’t want to give too much away, but I will say it is related to Neptune’s Chalice.
I am also working on the outlines for two other unrelated novels, one which may be very controversial.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am currently working with Artisan Book Reviews. They have launched a fantastic promotional campaign for Neptune’s Chalice. A few of the sites are…
Book Review Magazine
Hot Good Reads
Hooked on Books
Best Reads Reviews
Bookstagram
Book Nook
Do you have any advice for new authors?
If you are ever unsure whether or not what you are writing will capture a readers attention, let a few people you know read a few chapters, providing they would give you their honest opinion. listen to their comments. Don’t take it personal if it is negative.
With the feedback you get, you will know if you are on the right track.
I write suspense fiction. I try to keep the story moving. Most importantly, force the reader to keep turning pages.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
It was given to me by a formally trained writer who I let read the opening chapter of my novel. She said that is was not necessary to be so detailed that you loose the interest of the reader before the end of the book.
What are you reading now?
The six wives of Henry VIII by Alison Weir
What’s next for you as a writer?
I am happy to announce Neptune’s Chalice will be coming out in audio format soon.
I have three more novels on my to do list. The second, hopefully, will be out in the spring of next year.
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?
Da Vinci Code
The six wives of Henry VIII
Five Days in November
Ancient Rome
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