Summary

In this engaging conversation, John A. Bukowski shares his unique journey from being a veterinarian to becoming a novelist. He discusses his love for storytelling, the creative process behind writing thrillers, and the importance of collaboration with editors. John also delves into his novels, including 'Project Suicide' and 'Checkout Time,' and explores the balance between research and creativity in writing. He offers valuable advice for aspiring writers and shares insights into his future projects and awards.

Takeaways

John's journey from veterinarian to novelist showcases a unique career path.

His love for storytelling was nurtured from a young age by his parents.

Writing thrillers allows for creativity and surprises in the plot.

Collaboration with editors is crucial for refining a manuscript.

'Project Suicide' explores the dark side of a cure for Alzheimer's.

'Checkout Time' features a thrilling extortion plot involving a bomber.

John is branching out into other genres, including horror and women's fiction.

Research is important, but it should enhance the story without overwhelming it.

Aspiring writers should read widely and write regularly to improve their craft.

There is always a pipeline of projects for a dedicated writer.

Chapters

00:00 From Vet to Novelist: A Unique Journey

03:37 The Love of Storytelling: Influences and Inspirations

06:26 The Thrill of Writing: Surprises and Creativity

09:10 The Editing Process: Collaboration with Editors

12:03 Exploring Novels: Project Suicide and Checkout Time

15:01 Branching Out: Writing Beyond Thrillers

17:37 The Writing Process: Balancing Research and Creativity

20:14 Advice for Aspiring Writers: Read and Write

23:00 Rapid Fire Q&A: Fun Insights and Favorites

25:30 Looking Ahead: Future Projects and Awards

Keywords

veterinarian, novelist, thrillers, storytelling, writing process, editing, Project Suicide, Checkout Time, horror, aspiring writers

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