Interview With Author Paul Bruno
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have more than 35 years of experience in project management and information technology. Many years ago I became fascinated with the amazing origins of the iconic Jeep automobile. A vehicle that was designed and manufactured in months, not years, to help the Allies emerge victorious against the Nazis and later Japan in World War II. I have written three books, Project Management in History: The First Jeep published in 2014; The Original Jeeps in 2020, updated in 2024, which tells the complete story of early Jeep history through January 1942; and The Original Jeeps in Pictures, published in 2022 that tells the story of early Jeep history in images. My background includes 25 years of research, key site visits, and writing screenplays (non-produced to date) about all the players and challenges faced in producing the first Jeeps. I am now recognized as one of the most knowledgeable living experts on the earliest origins, design, implementation, and worldwide delivery of the Jeep.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The Original Jeeps – Expanded Edition. The inspiration for this edition was to update the prior edition of the book to include detailed information on the final phase of early Jeep history from April 1941 to January 1942 and additionally focus on the early Willys Jeeps.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Not really. As a writer of history, the key is excellent research and then being able to organize that research into a coherent narrative.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
The greatest book that influenced me is the Bible. I have read all the works of Clive Cussler and the work of Christian authors such as Charles Stanley, Chuck Swindoll, and Ray Stedman. All have influenced me.
What are you working on now?
My focus now is on a children’s book on the creation of the first Jeep, working title, Banty the Jeep. Also, a second book in my Project Management In History series, Project Management in History: The Willys MB.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
We have a website originaljeeps.com and a Facebook page The Original Jeeps, and social media plays a role. The best method for promoting my books is appearing on Jeep and history-specific podcasts
Do you have any advice for new authors?
If you want to write a book just get started.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Love God, Love Others.
What are you reading now?
I am enjoying the Dirk Pitt novel The Corsican Shadow by Dirk Cussler and The Federalist Papers.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I am continuing my work in early Jeep history with a children’s book on the first Jeep and a second book in the Project Management in History series.
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?
They would include the Bible, War and Peace, A Tale of Two Cities, and Democracy in America.
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