Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have been involved in fantasy sports for almost 25 years and starting writing about 7 years ago. This is my 1st book – The Daily Fantasy Baseball Almanac.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The Daily Fantasy Baseball Almanac. It was inspired by Bill James, BaseballHQ, and Phil Steele. All 3 have published very successful stat based books or magazines. I wanted to bring the same type of data to the daily fantasy baseball community which has not been done before.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I try to write about things that no one else has or is doing. Also, I try to look at things from the perspective of the reader. Every book or article I write has the theme of trying to get someone to say “everytime I read his work, I learn something new”.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Bill James, Ron Shandler, Phil Steele
What are you working on now?
I’m working on publishing an update to the Daily Fantasy Sports Almanac that will come out during the mid way point of the 2017 Baseball season.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Gumroad has been a great site and Twitter.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write what you are passionate about. Thank everyone who buys a book.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Stay humble.
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?
anything from Bill James or Malcolm Gladwell or Seth Godin.
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