In this engaging conversation, Jack LaFountain shares his unique journey to becoming an author later in life, reflecting on his diverse experiences from military service to nursing and ministry. He discusses the joys and surprises of becoming a grandfather, the challenges of maintaining family relationships over distances, and the creative inspiration he draws from his family, particularly his grandson Brian.
Jack elaborates on his writing process, the evolution of his book series, and the themes that resonate throughout his work, including the Man of God series, which offers a fresh take on the Western genre. He also touches on the influence of his childhood and local history on his storytelling.
In our conversation, Jack shares his love for classic B-Sci-Fi movies and discusses how they influenced his writing. He delves into his writing process, distinguishing between ‘pantsers’ and ‘plotters’, and shares insights on character-driven storytelling. Jack also reflects on the challenges of maintaining consistency in supernatural narratives and the importance of satisfying endings in literature. As a proud grandfather, he expresses the joys and challenges of this role while also providing listeners with information on where to find his work.
What You’ll Learn:
- How Jack transitioned from military service and nursing to full-time writing
- The touching story of how his grandson inspired a novel trilogy
- The difference between “pantsers” and “plotters” in writing
- Behind-the-scenes insights into his Moon Series, Man of God Series, and Red River Death Series
- How being a grandfather continues to influence his work
Links & Resources:
- 🔗 Jack LaFountain’s Website
- 📚 Books by Jack LaFountain on Amazon
- 🎧 House of Honor Books
- 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/author.jacklafountain
- You can watch this conversation on YouTube by using this link: https://youtu.be/sBRXfLD9TdA
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