Book : Unlawful Games
Q1. Hello, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
My name is Adam Klein. I am so proud to have completed my first novel, which is something I have wanted to do since I was 12. For one reason or another, I never actually took the time to devote to writing, but last year, I felt the time was right. My urge to begin writing was intensified when I completed my master’s degree in higher education leadership in 2018. I had to write a paper every week and enjoyed doing it. Once I got settled in my current position of Director of Admissions and Recruitment, I felt it was now or never.
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘Unlawful Games’ book?
The biggest and maybe only challenge for me was finding the time to write the book. Between work and school (I am going for my Doctorate in Leadership), it was very difficult to find enough time. However, once I got going and the story really began to develop, I found myself making time to write getting easier.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
I love suspense/thriller novels, which is why I decided to write one. James Paterson is my favorite author and I used a lot of his writing styles to influence me. He is so gifted in the way he tells a story, it is truly inspiring.
Q4. What’s your favorite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
I have been fortunate enough to have been to a lot of cities across the United States, but my favorite spot is Miami, Florida. I am a warm-hot weather person and love the scenery of palm trees and South Beach. Every time I go to Miami, I have a new experience, usually better than the previous ones.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you dive in and start writing a book?
I am sure there is for most authors, but surprisingly, I did not plan anything out in my book, except the ending. All the dialogue, plot ideas and characters came as I was writing each chapter. I love telling stories and I had this story in my head for so long, I sort of already knew how I wanted to tell it. There were some instances where I had to write a page or two because I didn’t like what I wrote, but that was the extent any difficulties I had.
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘Unlawful Games’ book?
It took me just over 4 months to write Unlawful Games.
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find ‘Unlawful Games’ book to buy?
Unlawful Games is available only on Amazon at the moment. It is offered in eBook, paperback, and hardcover formats.
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the book cover and the title ‘Unlawful Games’?
I wanted a cover that would grip the audience’s attention, while giving a subtle hint as to both the book’s plot and main antagonist. I also wanted the justice system represented, along with blood. The cover artist I worked with captured everything I wanted and more. I could not be happier with how it turned out.
The tile took a long time to come up with. I wanted to wait until I finished the book to come with the title because I did not want any influences in my writing. I wanted the title to have something to do with the law and the fact that one of the characters loved playing games with people. My wife assisted me with coming up the title. She came up different variations of games, but I ultimately came up with Unlawful Games.
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
I try to put myself in the readers’ shoes and think of what I would want from the story. I have read so many thrillers over the years, that I tried to incorporate certain aspects that I enjoyed. I love plot twists and turns, especially those I did not see coming. I wanted to tell a different story with a different type of plot twist, which hopefully will be refreshing for the reader.
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
Without giving too much away, all I can say is your mind will be continually going a mile a minute trying to figure out the mysteries. The feedback I have received from numerous readers is that they thought they had everything figured out, but in fact were completely wrong.
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