Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I’ve been writing for several years and last year released the first in the Ethan Elliot series entitled A Life Awakening. In mid 2014 I released the second book in the series called Moving On From Memories Past. I am now releasing the third book in the series trilogy, Living My Life On My Terms which at 595 pages will tie up all the loose ends from the previous two books in the series.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Living My Life On My Terms being release on 8/5 /2015 was inspired by a close friend who had several relationships with the opposite sex that all ended in failure. Finally, the main character Ethan Elliot discovers another side of himself and coming to the realization, that he was living a life as dictated by a negative ego rather than living the life his soul chose to live when it took physical form.
Given the recent Supreme Court ruling on same sex marriages, Ethan’s story will touch many who have grappled with life changing decisions.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
My only habit is to sit down each day and writing 4,000 words at a sitting.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Far too many to names, but some such as Pearl Buck and Steinbeck come to mind.
What are you working on now?
My next novel is currently under way and it deals with a young girl who lost her mother to cancer.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I am currently using a P.R. site called Piece Of Cake and have been more than pleased with the work they have done.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Just keep at it.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Never let others talk you out of your dreams.
What are you reading now?
I’m lucky if I have the time to read a newspaper.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I have several subjects I will be addressing in upcoming books that primarily deal with the human condition.
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?
Harper Lee, Go Set A Watchman, Catherine Coulter, Nemesis, Jimmy Carter, A full Life.
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