Author Interview with Michael C. Bland

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Author Bio
Michael is a founding member and the secretary of BookPod, an invitation-only, online group of professional writers. He writes the monthly BookPod newsletter where he celebrates the success of their members, which include award-winning writers, film makers, journalists, and bestselling authors.

Michael is the newest member of a class of fresh perspective writers getting their first major exposure to a national audience. One of his short stories, “Elizabeth”, won Honorable Mention in Writer’s Digest 2015 Popular Fiction Awards contest. Three of the short stories he edited have been nominated for the Pushcart Prize. Another story he edited was adapted into an award-winning film.

Michael currently lives in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area with his wife Janelle and their dogs Nobu and Pico.

His novel, The Price of Safety, is the first in The Price of trilogy. The sequel, The Price of Rebellion, is available now.

Connect with Michael C. Bland
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Timestamps
00:15 Introduction
00:55 What are your books about?
2:23 What inspired you to write your books?
3:57 Who are your books for?
6:26 How long have you been writing?
8:14 What is your schedule like when you are writing a book?
9:24 Is there anything you need in your writing space to help you stay focused?
11:35 Do you have a favorite writing snack or drink?
12:11 What type of books do you personally enjoy reading?
13:08 Are there any books or authors that inspired you to become an author?
14:12 What books did you grow up reading? Did you have an all-time favorite?
14:57 Do you have any favorite series or authors?
15:38 What advice would you offer to someone just starting to read again?
17:29 Do you have any advice for someone just starting to write their own book?
20:48 Any additional comments?
21:45 Where is the best place for our listeners to connect with you?

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