Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Currently, I’ve written over a dozen; all science fiction. You might call me a tech geek. I got a degree in Aeronautical Engineering, flew in the Air Force for 10 years then worked for Northrop Grumman on programs like the B-2 Bomber and ‘other’ fun projects.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
“Red Dots” is a Sci-Fi short story. I can’t say that anything in particular inspired me, but I’ve been working on the plot for a long time. It just hung around in my ‘projects’ folder until I found the twist.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I’m a binge writer. I type fast and if the story is in my head I can put down 10,000 words per day.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I love all of the classic science fiction authors. They inspired me to go into engineering and the Air Force. I think the science fiction genre is great, because I’m not bound by anything and I can subtley comment on everything from human nature to politics.
What are you working on now?
I have two new novels work. One is the sixth book in my Virus/Earth II series. The other is a young person’s science fiction story which is interesting. I’m looking forward to finishing both of them off and getting on to the next project.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Work, work, then after I take a break I work some more. I haven’t found any site that is really effective. The only method that seems to work is to publish more books. When something new comes out, it seems to help all of the other books. The only other key thing to do, is spend money. You have to find the sites that are best for your genre and stick with them. Over time your list of readers increase and you’ll sell more books.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Write because you have a story to tell and you enjoy telling it. Don’t plan on making tons of money, cause that ain’t going to happen unless your name is Steven King.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Go through the final draft and TAKE OUT WORDS.
What are you reading now?
Believe it or not, as a science fiction writer I’m listening to a biography of Napoleone Bonaparte.
What’s next for you as a writer?
Write, market, market, write, edit, market, write, market, edit, publish.
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 by Clarke, Asimov or Bradbury.
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