People can be the biggest inspiration for writers,
especially those who at first appear to have nothing, but in reality are more
content than others. Book the Trashcan Opera Society is great example of that.
It is my pleasure to welcome today author Marc McVey to my
blog.
What inspired you to write the Trashcan Opera
Society?
I love opera, but I am not an expert, just a
fan. I worked for several years in both
Los Angeles and San Francisco and you can regularly see a mix of people living
on the streets. I started thinking about
how people end up living on the streets and this led me to thinking about how
they love. We all want love at some
stage in our lives. My book is just one
fable, if you like, about a small exchange of lives, told in the style of an
opera.
If you were to write in a different genre, what
it would be?
Great question.
I suppose I would like a go at long stream of consciousness/
observational writing like Henry Miller or Mario Vargos Llosa.
What has been your most rewarding and memorable
experience as an author?
Having a few people tell me that they think about my
characters months after they read the book.
A few even told me they were “mad” but in a good way.
Every November thousands of writers take part in
a month long challenge, write a novel in 30 days. In your opinion, how much
time is needed to write a quality book?
The 30 day challenge has always fascinated me. I like the discipline that this challenge
requires, but I confess I lack it in myself.
The writers I admire all say that it the end, it comes down to getting
your butt in the seat and writing. I
think if I tried this, I might improve my speed, but then again, why? I enjoy the process of writing, even if I am
very slow.
You favorite book/author?
Victor Hugo – Les Miserables. This book never stops giving to me.
Can readers in Europe purchase your book?
Yes – it is an e book that can be purchased through
all the international sites on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
Do you have current work in progress?
Yes. I have
two projects underway. Hope to have the
first one finished by the end of the year.
Readers can find Marc's latest achievements here:
Here is a sneak peek at the Trashcan Opera Society:
Jordan
walked away from the practice of law and has slowly slipped away from his prior
life. He now lives on the streets. He has learned to survive using a variety of
schemes to make or steal money. He lives part of the time in a homeless shelter
and other times with Hannah.
Jordan
developed a love of opera during his time in law school. Despite his
homelessness, he buys annual season tickets to the opera, much to the amusement
of his friends. These tickets allow him to sit with the wealthiest opera fans
in the city.
Hannah
reveals a great secret to Jordan and asks him for his promise to fulfill a
special wish. Together, Hannah and Jordan form a team to try to survive Los
Angeles. This is their opera.
Thank you so much for allowing us into your world, Marc. It's been my extreme pleasure to host you today. I wish you success in your writing.
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