This
book captures your attention right from the start as it begins with the
discovery of what appears to be a shipment of heroin that has washed up on the
beach. Soon the police realize that this is not drugs at all, but it is in
actuality one of the deadliest poisons in the world. This toxic substance is
all neatly packaged in tight little vials and one of which appears to be
missing! I won't spoil anymore of the story for you, as you will want to
experience it for yourself, but I will tell you that once I started reading I
couldn't put this book down. Plus I spoke with the author, who was gracious
enough to answer some interview questions. Please enjoy reading the interview
below followed by some of the great reviews this book has already received!
1. Why do you feel you had to write THE CARPENTER?
I
have been a writer hiding from the passion that burned for many years as I had
to be a provider for my family. I became an empire builder making millions
along the way and losing it to two divorces, the Great Recession, bad debts,
the stock market plunge, medical issues, failed businesses and lost jobs.
Writing the book was cathartic and challenged my right side brain to new highs.
I didn’t do it for the money rather for the thrill of the chase.
2. From where do you get your ideas?
Real
life, everyday people, and the twisted lives we lead and run from. We all have
a story for a book. I have about seven. I know many people who tell me ”I could
write a book,” and I ask them to share their story.
3. Do you ever experience writer's block, and how do you overcome it?
Of
course. We all do. I do a pattern break. Something fun or stupid. Go to the
beach and kick some sand. Call a friend who inspires me.Listen to Mozart or
Bach. Then I sit down and write and even though I drift into story telling and
not story showing I have something I can work with.
4. What advice would you give to aspiring writers?
GET
A REAL CAREER! OK- Real advice-do not copy anyone’s voice simply because they
are successful. If I see another fifty shades of anything I’ll puke. Find your
genre, work your story line or premise, get organized, seek help from others
who are successful, listen to everyone, follow no one. Your voice must be
unique to you. Do not give up for if you do will have to find a real career.
5. How do you market your work? Are some avenues more successful than
others?
I
use all of the social media, blogs, tours, email and so forth. It is time
consuming taxing and not what I want to do however to monetize the book it is
what I must do. I’m still trying to get handle on what works and what doesn’t.
Get back to me in a year or two.
6. If your book was made into a movie, who would play each role?
Eric
James Donovan-the Carpenter- Kiefer
Sutherland or Dennis Quaid
Samantha
Angela Martino (Sami)Charlize Theron
Jimmy-the
father of Eric Ed Asner
Duffy
Conover-the project- Jack Nicholson
Alyssa-
ex-wife of Duffy Jennifer Lawrence
Colbert
Graves-the assistant to Duffy. David
Hyde Pierce
Dirk
Posie- photographer Christian Bale
Father
Thomas O’Hurley - the priest Harrison
Ford
Vanessa-
the stripper girlfriend of Duffy Beyonce
Knowles
Governor
Bilkem- the corrupt governor of Florida
Tom Selleck
Ed
“Cobra” Mannarino- Eric’s best bud Johnny
Depp
FDLE
Special Agent Vincent (Van) Vannicola- The gritty investigator assigned to the
case Tom Hanks
"Max
Myllan's, The Carpenter, shows the intricate artistry of crisp storytelling and
eloquent character development. Myllan is compelling in his authentic details
where morality collide with the darkness of this world in a quest of survival,
similar to how Pat Conroy's writing
explores dark emotions." KP
"Wow!
A lot of twists and head scratching! Good job! I didn't see the story ending
that way." JS
"
A good book can pull you into it's pages, it's as if you are right there in the
midst of what is transpiring, a good book brings the characters to life, you
walk away feeling as if you have met them personally, a good book is filled
with information that educates you and a good book mesmerizes you as it's story
line surprises you with twists and turns throughout. The Carpenter contains all
of the above and there is no doubt about it, one day your name will be right up
there among the greats: Patterson, Robb, Kellerman SP
The
carpenter is a definite page-flipper." SA
"If you enjoy fast-moving, military/crime thrillers with philosophical undertones and momentous revelations, consider The Carpenter a must-read." CH
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