Jack Meyer

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Tell us a little bit about yourself, your hobbies and interests.

I began writing following a 45 year career in business. I have worked in corporate America and have owned small businesses. I also spent six years in ministry. In addition to writing, I enjoy playing golf, doing remodelling projects at home and traveling with my wife, Barbara.

When and why did you start writing books?

I have had the fundamental concept for a thriller in mind since 2000. I never really got started on it until 2021, after I retired. That concept became Wayward Patriot: Preserving the Vote. As I finished my first novel, I began to envision some follow-on books that use the Wayward Patriot theme but not necessarily the same characters. I enjoy writing and learning new things as I conduct research for my books.

What made you decide to tackle writing as a career?

I wouldn't say writing is a career, at this point. I don't think I would want to crank out 2-3 books per year (or more!) as some do. I write for enjoyment and feel like a book per year might be a good pace to set. What I have learned about marketing self-published books has made me realize that if I want people to read my books, it is indeed a long-term endavor. So maybe it is a part-time "career."

Which one of your books or characters is your favourite?

To date, I have written one full length book and a novella. I like the full lenght novel, Wayward Patriot: Preserving the Vote. I have gotten great feedback on it and it allowed me to get that 21 year idea on paper in a way that I am pleased with.

Which one of your books was the hardest to write and stretched you the most as a writer?

Preserving the Vote, as my first novel, was a very interesting experience. I wrote by the seat of my pants and had no idea where it would end up until I was almost finished. Readers have commented that their thoughts of who was responsible shifted as they read the book and they were surprised by the ending. As I wrote, I could see possibilities developing and would then make a conscious decision to take it in a different direction just so it wouldn't be predictable.

Who is your favourite author and book?

Two answers to that question. My favorite authors right now are Lee Child and David Baldacci. My favorite book is The Charm School, by Nelson Demille. I love the creativity tied to reality that the book develops. I just read it again, a few months ago, for the third time.

What book are you reading right now?

I just finished reading Kyla Stone's Edge of Collapse series.

Where do you get your inspiration for your books?

I get ideas from current events, from books that I read and from observations of the political processes in our country.

What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?

Playing golf

Do you have any new books in the works?

I am working on the second full length novel in the Wayward Patriot Series. I hope to have it out sometime in 2024.