Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
My books are literary and genre fiction that address the nature and importance of personal integrity. As a resource for ideas, an affinity for family and generations pervades my novels.
I graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara and of the University of California, Los Angeles with Bachelor’s and Masters of Fine Arts Degrees. A Pulitzer nominated author, I’m also a recipient of the Samuel Goldwyn and Donald Davis Literary Awards. My work experience includes advertising, corporate communications, and media production.
I’ve written 27 novels.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Cold Warrior
My life and the political and social culture of the 60s, 70s, and 80s.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Only that I write daily and have an open mind and conjecture with myself about my projects.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
E. L. Doctoro, John. Kennedy Toole, Harper Lee, T.C. Boyle
What are you working on now?
My 28th novel
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Check Lit Book Cafe
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Make your writing real.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Don’t try to write to make money as your only motivation.
What are you reading now?
The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese
What’s next for you as a writer?
Continue writing what interests me.
What is your favorite book of all time?
To Kill A Mockingbird
Author Websites and Profiles
Robert Tucker Website