Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a lifelong writer and have worked in film and sports. After exploring those and several other outlets for meh craft, I decided to focus on what I’ve always wanted to do, which is write books. I released by first novel, Syndrome, on January 14, 2020.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My aforementioned novel, Syndrome, spawned from stories I heard while visiting family where the story takes place. People in Nevada do see strange things, particularly the lights you may have heard about. After hearing several of these tales in person, I immediately began an outline that turned into my first novel.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Because of my training in film, I have a tendency to get caught up in what’s going on in my stories to where they have a screenplay feel. In fact, one reviewer pointed that out and said that Syndrome read like a movie, a very good movie. I’m working on spicing things up with more of a novel feel in my next book. However, I think my experience in screenwriting does to a lot to keep the action flowing, as well as add depth to my characters. One thing my film experience does provide is my ability to keep close track of plot threads.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Michael Crichton has always been my main go-to for inspiration. I read Jurassic Park when I was 16, and decided that one day if I ever do write books that I will tell that kind of a story.
What are you working on now?
I’m in the middle of my second book, Cabin Number 4. I originally intended it to be a horror novella, but now the story is expanding enough to where it could become a novel. After writing Syndrome, I took a good look at my process, tackled it, and now I’m breezing through this one.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I have tested the waters online, particularly in social media. I’ve found that Instagram has been the best platform because of how easy it is to reach the average person. In places like Twitter and Facebook, promotion often leads to other authors. That’s still good for getting one’s name out there and gaining a following. However, Instagram is where I’ve been able to find readers.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Watch our writing process. Keep track of it, and go over it every time you finish your work. The more you do that, the smoother each project will become.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
“The first draft go anything is shit.” — Ernest Hemingway
What are you reading now?
I’m reading 1984, and also juggle that with recent books from indie authors.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m rebuilding my book collection, and have quickly added a lot of great works. In addition to that, I’m already getting close to finishing my next book and releasing it, possibly earlier than originally planned.
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?
Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton
The Shining by Stephen King
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
The Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad
The Martian by Andy Weir
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