Interview Joel Goulet

by

Tamia Dawn Osburn

 1) What made you decide to become a writer?

I’ve always had a wild imagination. I like the ability to be able to create my own little world.

2) What do you like the most about writing mysteries?

I can create some really twisted plots. Nothing seems to be off limits. I like putting a surprise right at the end of my stories.

3) Who was your biggest influence to make you become a writer?

My parents.

4) Where did you get the idea to write this book?

You know, to be honest, I don’t know. I actually wrote this story many years ago and it was lying buried in a desk drawer. I took a look at it, spiced it up a bit, added a few twists and sent it to the publisher.

5. Can you tell us a little about the book?

The story is about a car and it’s driver. The guy is a bit of a nut case with a twisted urgency to seek revenge upon the local police. All I’ll say is, not all is as it appears to be. I think people will find there is an unexpected ending.

6) Do you plot out your book or do you move by the seat of your pants?

A little of both. A lot of my stories I actually write the screen plays for before the actual book. I use them like an outline, filling in descriptions and such.

7) If a reviewer compared your writing to someone, who would it be and why?

Boy I don’t know. I’d hate to think there is anyone else out there that writes like me. LOL. Some of my stuff is really off the wall. I’ve been told that’s what makes my writing interesting.

8) Now, for some personal stuff, have you ever suffered from writer block, if so, how do you handle it?

Yes I have. When that happens I switch to working on another story. I’ve got three other stories started. When something starts to get old or I get stuck, I switch. Then I come back with fresh thoughts.

9) How do you unwind after a long day of work and writing?

I like to watch TV or take a walk with my dog.

10) What is your all time favorite read?

There’s no single favorite. I like the old Dickens and Twain stuff. A little bit of Louis L’Amour like The Haunted Mesa. If I had to pick one story, that might be it.

11) Are there any major plans for yourself in the near future?

I hope to continue writing. I recently bought a house and would like to do some remodeling on it like add a new office. I’ve got it all planned out. Finding the time to do it is tough.

12) I saw in the previous interview that you have a yellow lab, what is her or his name and where did you get the name?

His name is Nube, short for new beginning. I had a female lab named Squeaky before him. She developed cancer and I had to put her down. It was a rough time for me. I found Nube at an animal shelter. He got a new lease on life and I got a new companion. New beginnings for both of us. He’s a wonderful dog.

13. How do you come up the name of your characters?

I open the phone book at random and pick a last name that sounds interesting. Then I add a first name that I like. The exception is if there is a character of a certain ethnic background. Then I have to do a bit of name research.