I try to separate myself from my characters, but I haven’t
been completely successful. It’s a goal to write characters that can be differentiated
by the way they speak, even before you know who’s talking, but I haven’t quite
accomplished it.
That is hard to do,
but I’m also trying to perfect this, too. What is the quirkiest thing you have
ever done?
I asked my brother if it was possible to kill someone with
exhaust fumes while they were driving. There was a pause at the other end of
the phone, and he said “Uh…Chris?”
When did you first
discover that you were a writer?
I was in my early thirties. I’ve always loved to read, and many
times I would say, “This would be great if they would have just ….” Then one
day I decided to try it. It’s not as easy as it looks!
Tell us the range of
the kinds of books you enjoy reading.
I’m an eclectic reader, so I like most genres. I love
mysteries, of course! But I also like thrillers, science fiction, fantasy, and
good general fiction.
How do you keep your
sanity in our run, run, run world?
Not well, I’m afraid. Nobody ever said you have to be sane,
did they? Is it a prerequisite for a writer? If so, I might be in trouble.
Actually, I think too
much sanity will ruin a good writer. How do you choose your characters’ names?
I use the internet or a baby names book. I keep a list so I
don’t use too many names with the same first initial, as that can be confusing,
and I try to avoid using names of people I know. Unfortunately, I’ll be half
way through the book and meet someone with the first name of my heroine!
What is the
accomplishment that you are most proud of?
Getting published. It’s probably easy for some people, but
it was a long process for me, with a lot of study and learning involved.
It’s hard for most
people. It took me 8 years before my first book was published. If you were an
animal, which one would you be, and why?
I would be a bird. I would love to fly in that beautiful
blue sky and look down on the beauty of God’s creation.
What is your favorite
food?
I love pasta. No wait, chocolate, or Mexican, or…
What is the problem
with writing that was your greatest roadblock, and how did you overcome it?
It scared me to think of other people reading it. I wanted
them to, but sometimes it would nearly paralyze me. I ended up writing for me,
and not letting what someone else might think worry me.
Tell us about the
featured book.
High Deceit is about a woman whose husband has been shot in the
line of duty. She then finds out he is a suspect in the murder of a young
woman. Someone tries to kill him while in the hospital, and she must find out
who they are before they succeed.
Please give us the
first page of the book.
Cindy Carroll crept to the back entrance of the warehouse,
grateful early morning darkness still covered her. The door squeaked a little,
and she froze, holding her breath.
“Are you going to tell me why we had to show up here in the
middle of the night?” The male voice increased as he and his friend drew
closer.
“Yeah, the boss explained his whole plan to me over coffee
and a pastry.”
“Funny, Lou.” The first man laughed.
Cindy released her breath and tiptoed toward the stairs.
Moonlight streaming through high windows revealed broken glass and clutter
waiting to scream her presence to the drug dealers outside.
On the mezzanine, she settled into deep shadows behind a
rotting wooden banister. Something whispered at her shoulder. She stifled a
shriek and swatted at it. A cobweb stuck to her fingers, and she wiped them on
her jeans. The back door squeaked again, louder this time. A click produced a
dim glow from a bulb dangling over the heads of the two men she’d slipped past
in the parking lot. She backed a little and tried not to breathe as they moved
into her line of sight. A large dark-haired man carried a black briefcase. His
friend brushed something off his shoulder with a flick of his wrist. The hint
of a cufflink...
How can readers find
you on the Internet?
My blog, An Encouraging Word, can be found at www.cewaterman.com .
Facebook – www.facebook.com/chriswaterman.547
Thank you, CE, for
sharing the book with me and my blog readers. I’m eager to read the rest of the
story.
Readers, here are links to the book.
High Deceit - PaperbackHigh Deceit (Pinion Creek) - Kindle
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17 comments:
I love suspense and it’s always fun to find a new author. I enjoyed the interview. It’s a beautiful day here in Central Texas. Merry Christmas Lena!
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Perrianne Askew
Thank you for stopping by, and Merry Christmas!
This sounds exciting. I'd love to read more. Linda in SoCal
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I enjoyed this book tremendously. CE Waterman makes her characters come alive. They are people I would like to meet. The suspense kept me guessing until the end. Good read.
Niki in Thornton Colorado
Already started reading this book and it is amazing. Full of suspense and intrigue. Just when you think you have it figured out, a new twist comes in. Chris isn't just a wonderful author, she is a great friend. Lori in Westminster, Colorado
Thank you Niki and Lori, glad you're enjoying it!
Sounds like a winner!
Melanie Backus, TX
Chris Waterman is a new to be author - something I would love to rectify by having the opportunity to reading one of her books. Enjoyed reading the interview. What a great sounding book. After reading the first page has me putting "HIGH DECEIT" on my TBR list.
Appreciate the chance to win a copy. I would definitely read and review.
Kay Garrett from Mountain View, AR
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Thanks to everyone who commented. Hope you like the book!
Thank you, Lena, for having me. I enjoyed it!
Congratulations Chris!
I'm happy for you.
Zack from Colorado
Sounds great!
Connie from Kentucky
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Sounds like an exciting read. Thank you for sharing. Merry belated Christmas and Happy New Year from WV.
This sounds like a very good book! Thanks for the chance to win it.
Beth from IA
Enter me in your awesome giveaway!!
Conway SC
Sounds like a page-turner!
Caryl K in TEXAS
CE Waterman is a new-to-me author, but High Deceit looks like an awesome suspense novel, something I LOVE to read!
Pam in OH
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