An Interview with Doc Richter
Dr. Richter has received national writing awards for his novels.
He is past-president and active member of the San Antonio Writers’ Guild and past-president of the California Writers Club. He is also a member of the Writer’s League of Texas.
Dr. Richter moderates a weekly, multi-state, online critique session and is an international writing contest judge.
Doc earned his bachelor’s degree from UC Berkeley, master’s degree from Cal State University, Chico, a master of business administration from Humboldt State University, and a PhD from Arizona.
Tell us the story of your book’s title. Was it easy to find, or did it take forever?
In my writing, I always know the end of the story before I start, thus the title for Olive Eye was easy. The title refers to the scar of a knife slice down the protagonist’s face, one of many injuries.
How did it feel when you first saw your book cover? Or when you first held your book in your hands?
I felt satisfaction that the novel would be good story for the reader.
Who/what made you want to write? Was there a particular person, or particular writers/works/art forms that influenced you?
I have been writing since I was in grammar school. I am very fortunate to have had support, encouragement, and guidance from a number of published authors.
What other professions have you worked in? What’s something about you that your readers wouldn’t know?
I have been an international executive and traveled extensively, which provides a backdrop of reality for my novels.
What was the most rewarding/meaningful part of publishing your book?
The sense of completion.
What is one thing you hope readers take away from reading your book? How do you envision your perfect reader?
Satisfaction. I hope readers will enjoy the read, empathize with the protagonist, and remember over time key elements of the story and the characters.
The perfect reader is one who loves a good thriller.
What creative projects are you currently working on?
I am currently working on my seventh novel, Terminal Connections.
How was working with Atmosphere Press? What would you tell other writers who want to publish?
Atmosphere Press was an ideal fit for me. I have gone the traditional publishing route and found that process unnecessarily complex. Atmosphere Press provides everything I need to publish quality stories in a way that allows me to focus on my writing.
The staff I have worked with at Atmosphere is outstanding, many of whom have PhDs. My editor, in particular, is the best editor I have ever used or met.
I unequivocally recommend Atmosphere Press to any serious writer.
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