Tell us a little bit about your book(s) and yourself.
I’m a part time writer who’s had a few good breaks and I’m a full time husband and father of three from Orange County California. I write Horror, Fantasy, and Science Fiction and have had the good fortune to have my first book, That Hand That Feeds published by Severed Press. I’ve recently signed a four book contract with Permuted Press to publish my first YA Fantasy series and a standalone Science Fiction novel.
When was your first book published?
The Hand That Feeds was published by Severed Press in August of 2013
Are you currently working on anything?
I recently signed a three book deal with Permuted Press for The Last Shadow Gate series. The first book is done and turned in and I’m neck deep in writing the second book in the series. This is my first YA series and it’s been a great experience. I really think I’m getting my best work down on paper.
Why did you decide to become an Author?
It’s really just a hobby for me. I’ve written stories since I was a teenager but only recently considered trying to publish. I enjoy sharing my work, but if it all ended tomorrow, I’d be fine with that too.
Who and what inspired you to write?
My love of reading. I assume that’s why most authors get the bug. I’ve been a reader since I was old enough to pick up books and I’ve always drifted towards fantasy and science fiction. I added horror a little later in life.
When you are writing to you like to listen to music? What is on your playlist?
I have a wide range but it never strays far from, Led Zepplin, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, and the Beatles.
Who is your favorite character in your books?
Angela from The Hand That Feeds. She’s two shades of crazy and the principle driver of the story. I’ve never written a character quite like her. There’s something about taking an emotion like a mother’s love for a child and pushing far beyond the limits of acceptable behavior. There’s times when I read her dialog and I actually squirm because it makes me feel uncomfortable. To me, that’s a good character.
Do you ever take characteristics or nuances from close friends or family when working on character development and if so has that friend or family member noticed and what was their response to it?
I used my oldest son and daughter as the primary inspiration for my upcoming YA Fantasy series, The Last Shadow Gate. My daughter gets the biggest kick out of it. She’s a big reader and the book is right in her wheel house. When I told her it got picked up to be published she was so excited. My son took it in stride. He’s more interested in football.
What is your favorite book of all time?
The Lord of the Rings, although it’s close between that and The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.
Tell us in one sentence why we should read your books.
Uniquely written with characters you’ll love or love to hate.
List your books that are available
The Hand That Feeds
The Elder Unearthed
Where can people connect with you?
Facebook | Twitter | Goodreads | Website |
Thanks for taking your time to answer some questions for my readers at Genuine Jenn.
~*Disclaimer: This post was written by Genuine Jenn. All opinions are honest and my own.*~
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