Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have nine books in total: one Bible Study, one SFF/Psychological Thriller, and a six-book series that is Time Travel/Action-Adventure/Historical Fiction. I am also finishing a fictional book on the Holocaust.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My latest released book is called Crying Wolf. One of the inspirations was an article I read about joint naval operations in the early 1800s between Britain and the USA to combat piracy on the high seas. I thought how awkward that must have been: the US and the UK were sworn enemies only fifteen years earlier. Another inspiration was Alien. Yeah, I know: Kind of cliche.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
I am good at keeping things in my head. I work for weeks on a book in my head before I write the first sentence. Then I sit down and write it. I am not a pantser in the traditional sense, but I don’t make outlines.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Herbert – Dune
Card – Encder’s Game
Weir – The Martian / Project Hail Mary
Chricton – So many (Eaters of the Dead is my favorite)
Correy – The Expanse
McCaffrey – All of her excellent books
McIntyre – Star Trek II – The Wrath of Kahn
What are you working on now?
I am finishing my book on the Holocaust. It is eating me up inside.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
No idea… I’m trying to figure this part out.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Don’t let rejection define you… Also, don’t let accolades do the same.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Tomorrow is not promised, so make the most of each moment.
What are you reading now?
I am going through Herbert’s Dune series again. Brilliant as the first time I picked it up.
What’s next for you as a writer?
I have a Science Fiction Adventure idea I am hashing out.
What is your favorite book of all time?
The Bible. No kidding. Best book ever!
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