Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’ve only written the three in my trilogy so far, although I’m polishing the outline for a fourth.
I ten to describe myself as a “general enthusiast.” I love music (playing both guitar and keyboard), and I enjoy cars, sports, puzzles, the outdoors, food and martial arts. I’m a huge fan of reading and puzzles (the latter led me to Mensa, a community whose members tend to share these passions).
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I always listen to music when I write. Usually rock or blues. I just find the flow of the music carries my along so I can find my rhythm.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I grew up on Heinlein and Tolkien. Lately, though, I find I can’t put down Brian McClellan and Pierce Brown. Amazing stuff.
What are you working on now?
The book I’m working on now is called Earthmaker. I’ve always been a little in awe of sword smiths, which came out in my magus character early in the trilogy. It’s almost like watching someone perform alchemy…take iron, add carbon and heat and out comes steel.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don’t be intimidated by how big the project looks at first. Just take it a step at a time. But definitely try to limit your distractions.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
It’s not a failure unless you accept it and stop trying. If you keep pushing through, the problem becomes the story of how you did that.
What are you reading now?
Rereading the third Stormlight Archive novel (by Brandon Sanderson). The next book comes out soon and I want a running start at it.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I think the next couple of books will be in the same world as my trilogy, but will be stand alone novels.
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?
Ready Player One, Starship Troopers, and Wild at Heart by John Eldridge.
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