Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am 60 years old and as a child growing up in Sault Ste Marie Ontario I often found myself adrift on an endless sea of imagination while my friends would be engaged in more typical childhood pursuit’s. This continued into adulthood and I began to carve my abstract thoughts into poetic musings. To date I have one published book, with another to be released shortly. I also penned the lyrics for a just released album by a band from Brazil.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
My first book is called Leaving Eden , a collection of poems inspired by life events and my often dim view of the world around me . I try to model my writing after my favorite singer /composer Mark Lanegan. Due out soon is Walking through the ruins , another poetic stroll through the darker side of society. The just released album is called Falls Circusand can be found on Spotify .
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
By no means do I follow the traditional lines of conventional poetry .i keep my lines short , pay close attention to syllable counts so that each poem can be sung should anyone’s interest be peaked and view them as lyrics , which is always my intent .
What authors, or books have influenced you?
For novels I have always loved the mater of imagery Stephen King, followed closely by Dean Kuntz , both have an inate talent for making the reader see their worlds in vivid detail , as if walking in it . More in my vein it would definitely be the afore mentioned Mark Lanegan, Curt Cobain and Jim Morrison.
What are you working on now?
In truth I never stop , I can’t , the thoughts run through my mind demanding they be written. I write poetry /lyrics every day , choosing various topics depending on my mood. Recent life events have slowed me down somewhat but at any given time I am either writing or mulling over the next piece.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I have traditionally used Facebook , its there I crossed paths with the brilliant artist Alycia Hodges who creates the perfect picture for the mood of each piece, and of course the lady and amazing poet in her own right , Marie Muldovan who believed in me enough to become the publisher of my material , and without whom none of this would be possible
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Never quit creating , never stop believing in your dream
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Don’t get hung up on traditional lines of what’s considered poetic norms , just do you and let others do themselves
What are you reading now?
In my case it would be listening to , that would be Gary Numan with the Shaparis Orchestra , pure brilliance both lyrically and musically . And of course my all time favorite song since I was 15 years old , beautiful sad lyrics with melancholy strains of musical bliss to match, All mixed up by the cars .
What’s next for you as a writer?
I hope to continue to reach people , make them feel , think and escape their reality while walking though mine . My goal is to find more musicians to collaborate with and create more music .
What is your favorite book of all time?
The Stand Stephen King , close but not quite , Lord Of The Rings
Author Websites and Profiles
Michael Falls Website