1. Welcome, Mario! Tell us what you do for RMFW and why you are involved.
Currently, I am the anthology editor. I volunteered because I felt it was time for me to give back (again) to RMFW, the one organization above all others that helped me get published.
2. What is your current WIP or most recent publication, and where can we buy a book, if available?
My WIP is book 7 in my Felix Gomez detective-vampire series. My most recent publication is book 6 of the series, Rescue From Planet Pleasure. Though the book was available pretty much everywhere online, WordFire Press has temporarily pulled it for reissue in the spring with added content. Stay tuned.
3. We’ve all heard of bucket lists — you know, those life-wish lists of experiences, dreams or goals we want to accomplish– what’s one of yours?
To be a filthy rich scoundrel like my writer hero Harold Robbins.
4. Most writers have an Achilles heel with their writing. Confess, what’s yours?
Every time I read a list of Best Books, Most Influential Titles, etc., and none of my books are mentioned, I rip off my clothes, throw myself to the ground, and chew the carpet in jealous rage. I break anything within reach. I used to try and throw the dog out the window but he bites back. I curse and scream until the neighbors turn a water hose on me.
5. What do you love most about the writing life?
That there is always homework.
6. Now that you have a little writing experience, what advice would you go back and give yourself as a beginning writer?
Your personal demons might in fact be allies.
7. What does your desk look like? What item must be on your desk? Do you have any personal, fun items you keep on it?
Personal and fun items? I have an electric cattle prod that I use on the Muse when she’s not pulling her weight.
8. What book are you currently reading (or what was the last one you read)?
The Promise by my favorite mystery writer, Robert Crais.
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As you can see, Mario is a man of few words. However, you can find out lots more about him and his novels on his websites, Mario Acevedo and Adelante Arts. He can also be found on Facebook and Goodreads.
So, Mario, the picture tells it all, and your secret’s out: your dog writes your stories!
That explains the line about chewing the carpet. (A great, LOL line!)
I so admire your sense of humor!
Nice pic! Is that a fox?
Janet, thank you. That is my dog. he is no fox and resents the insinuation.