Tom DavisI patterned the relationship in the book between Carter and Katherine from the ones depicted in the films of Spencer Tracey and Katherine Hepburn -- t…moreI patterned the relationship in the book between Carter and Katherine from the ones depicted in the films of Spencer Tracey and Katherine Hepburn -- two strong and independent individuals. That would also explain where the name "Katherine" originated. I also liked the relationship that Herman Wouk developed between Byron Henry and Natalie Jastrow in "Winds of War" and "War and Remembrance." Despite the obstacles, and her past relationship, one somehow sensed that at some point they would be together. So, I was drawn to those relationships where the couples were very interesting as individuals, each having strong personalities, yet somehow their relationship provided a complementarity that made the whole larger -- and more interesting -- than the sum of the parts.(less)
Tom DavisI haven't actually experienced it yet, so I have no personal experience with overcoming it. But, I am constantly looking for newsworthy events and per…moreI haven't actually experienced it yet, so I have no personal experience with overcoming it. But, I am constantly looking for newsworthy events and personal experiences that I think one could combine into an entertaining story. The current world situation provides plenty of material. It also helps to have lived many experiences, as I have, which provides a chance to combine them into a story, as seen in Conclave, and described on u author page at www.tomdavisauthor.com. Tomorrow, October 25th, I'll be interviewed on "The Author Show", where I’ll discuss the book. You can hear that by going to www.theauthorsshow.com and clicking on the title, Conclave, which should take you to the interview. It’s 15 minutes long, but should be repeated all day. I hope you'll find it informative.(less)
The Author Show is running a contest on “50 New Authors You Should Be Reading.” If you would go to the link below you’ll find an alphabetical list of the authors, and if you click on “Tom Davis” it will take you to an essay about my book, Conclave. Then at the bottom of the page you can vote.
The contest runs until October 31st. So, like those running for political office this year, I’d appreciate
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