The Interview - fredoliver57
https://www.fred-oliver.com/What are some books or authors that you would recommend to our readers?
My book is almost a vision of what is happening today worldwide. Have faith
in God but be prepared for the worst.
As an author, what critique has been the most challenging for you to receive? On the other hand, what compliment has been the most rewarding?
When I submitted the very first draft of my very first chapter, someone from a
Nordic country said that it was "childish"! Needless to say, I got mad. But, that
comment is the one that made me take my writing seriously and do whatever
it took to improve it. My most rewarding compliment has been "I just can't put
it down!".
Share some advice for aspiring authors. What advice would you give to your younger self?1. What is your favorite line from your book?
For aspiring authors, set on a routine for your writing and stick to it. My
favorite line is from the Epilogue at the very end: “Oh Jen...my Jen...It will
take more than a ritual to take me away from you!” A long, passionate kiss
was inevitable.
To date, what is your favorite (or most difficult) chapter you have ever written?
Chapter 99 from "Dormant Angels"
Was there anything you had to research for the book?
My novel, which was written in the style of Dan Brown, was all about research.
A very large amount of time was spent on research but, I did it as I wrote the
novel.
Did you have any say in the cover design?
Yes! I designed it myself!
What can we anticipate from you moving forward?
I may concentrate on writing short stories...novels are too long!
Do you have any personal connection to the story or characters?
One of my connections to the story is that I actually visited the Vatican and
Rome, where the novel is set.