Heather’s Bookshelf: Author Interview with Neil Gordon
Book Title: Tony Accardo is Joe Batters
Released: 11/08/18
Genre: Historical Fiction
Interview by Heather L. Barksdale
What inspired you to write “Tony Accardo is Joe Batters”?
Gordon: I met Tony Accardo's illegitimate son Stephen who was renovating my great/uncle's house in Nova Scotia. I asked to write his father's story and he agreed. My dad wrote numerous novels on Carribean intrigue so I used his guidance.
How did you come up with the names of your main characters?
Gordon: All names are factual.
Is there anything that you want readers to know about you, your writing process or your book?
Gordon: I worked 30 hours a week for ten years to research, write, and edit my book. I have a partner Jessica who fabricated the art and formatted the book for Amazon, Kindle, B&N, and Audible.
If "Tony Accardo is Joe Batters" were adapted into a movie, who would you like to see cast to play your lead characters?
Gordon:
Any Marlon Brando look alike, Armand Assante comes to mind.
When you encounter writer’s block, what do you do to break yourself out of it?
Gordon: When I am in the process of writing, I am thoroughly consumed with the finished project. I never have writer's block, I just work on a different chapter.
Are there any tips that you would like to share with other aspiring authors?
Gordon: Find what I call "The Hook,'' a subject or angle that is new to the marketplace. Your book has to stand on its own merits, and hopefully your writing is up to the task.
What is your favorite book, genre, and/or author?
Gordon: Since The Godfather premiered in 1972, I've been hooked on the Mafia genre. My personal preference is Ernest Hemmingway. I can't imagine writing on an old old Royal portable typewriter, his genius escapes me.
What are you working on next?
Gordon: A true account of the pitfalls of the meat industry called "Hell Boss."
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