Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Hi, I’m Rob. I’m a fan of all things paranormal and supernatural. So, naturally, that’s the kind of stories I like to tell. My debut novel, “In Your Dreams – League of the Moon, Book 1”, was released in July of 2020. It took a while to write it and would have probably taken a lot longer if my wife and sister hadn’t kicked my ass to get it done – for which I am eternally grateful.
The sequel to “In Your Dreams” is due out in January 2022 and is tentatively titled “The Red Witch – League of the Moon, Book 2.” The audiobook for “In Your Dreams” is scheduled to be released in November of 2021 and features Timothy Howard Jackson as the narrator. I don’t mind telling you the guy did a fantastic job!
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
“The Red Witch – League of the Moon, Book 2”
Due for release in January of 2022.
It was inspired by the absolute blast I had writing book one and the urgings of those who read “In Your Dreams” for the characters they love to continue on in a new story.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
When I write, I have a second monitor screen open to YouTube and usually have a simulated writing area. Sometimes a cabin with a fire going and a raging snowstorm outside, sometimes a serene night setting with rain, frogs, and crickets. It keeps me from being distracted by things going on in the house.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Stephen King, especially The Stand. It’s my all-time fave!
Jules Verne, Twenty-Thousand Leagues Under The Sea – first novel I ever read.
Dean Koontz – Odd Thomas Series. If you haven’t read these, you’re missing out. So much fun.
Jonathan Kellerman. Every book he writes is fantastic.
What are you working on now?
A Prequel to In Your Dreams that I will be giving away free to newsletter subscribers.
League of the Moon, Book 3. I’ve already finished 3 chapters and about 7k words at the writing of this.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I’ve had good success with Bargain Booksy and Bookraid. Facebook ads and Amazon ads have helped a lot too.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Follow the same advice I follow. An interviewer asked Eddie Van Halen what the secret to success was. Eddie replied, “Don’t Stop.”
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
For writing, it’s a quote from Stephen King. Hopefully, this is accurate.
“Imagination starts in the writer’s mind and finishes in the reader’s.”
What are you reading now?
I read several books at once. Right now I’m reading:
Night Shift by Stephen King (again, it’s been years)
Real Magic by Dean Radin
NOS4A2 by Joe Hill
What’s next for you as a writer?
I just want to keep the League of the Moon Series going because people seem to love it and want more of it. I love the characters and it’s a blast to write!
I have another book started where a courier delivering drugs to a mental institution ends up trapped inside by accident (maybe).
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?
I was going to say The Stand, but I’ve read it three times.
I would take Odd Thomas: Brother Odd – loved the atmosphere and setting of that book.
I Know This Much Is True – Wally Lamb – unexpectedly loved this book.
Lord of the Rings. There is so much to rediscover in this book.
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