Interview with Author, Victor McGlothin

First up is Victor McGlothin. Victor is the author of nine novels and a two novella collaborations. His latest release, Sinful Too was released on Oct. 31 with Hachette Book Group. He resides near Dallas, Tx with his wife and two sons.

Welcome to Urban Christian Fiction, Victor. I visited your website and you have a very interesting bio. You entered college and almost lost an athletic scholarship because you were not prepared academically, but then went on to complete a Masters degree. Share a little of about this.

VM: When I entered college ill-prepared and reading on a 6th grade level, I quickly learned that doing it and getting it done were two different things entirely. I’m fortunate to have faced that mountain of adversity because it forced me to reach much farther than my grasp. After teaching myself to read and comprehend better, my education was secured. I’ve been a lover of the written word every since.

Tell us a little about your current novel, Sinful Too.
VM: “Sinful Too” is a wickedly charming story about a woman who decides to take another woman’s man and her role as First Lady of Dallas’ biggest Mega church. It takes the reader through the measures associated with manipulating a man via intrigue and intellect then driving him crazy enough to risk his marriage and his responsibilities to the church. Dior is an especially talented deviant and she’s very proud of it. She can get any man but really enjoys the challenge to stealing the rich ones.

What would you like readers to take way from this story?
VM: This story explains in vivid detail what the temptress and her prey are going through from the outset to the very end, including every juicy step in between. Men who think a sordid affair could never happen to them should read this novel then think again. Women will get a great look at a potential threat to their own relationship. That alone is well worth the price of purchase. There’s a good reason bad girls finish first, unless kept in check.

Share your journey to publication.

VM: I started writing as a hobby then had other ideas once I finished the manuscript 16 months later. The book sold a few thousand copies literally from the trunk of my car. My second novel was picked up by a major publisher after selling 4,000 copies. I’ve been blessed to have an outstanding editor for my last seven books. Now, I’m working hard on movie projects. Don’t laugh… sweat equity has gotten me this far and I ain’t even tired yet.

You’ve been classified by many as a Christian Fiction author. Do you believe this genre captures the audience you want to read your stories?
VM: Actually, only three of my eleven titles deal with Christian or Inspirational Fiction. “Down on My Knees”, “Sinful” and “Sinful Too” delve deep into the lives of Christians who become at odds with themselves, lovers, family members, and sometimes church leaders as well.

I love your brand, The Write Brother and you have an advice column on your blog. Very original. Tell us how that got started and why you feel you are the “right” brother to give your readers advice.
VM: Years ago, I was at a book signing with a club in Dallas. Because of a situation I’d written about in the novel they selected, some of the sistahs starting needling me for more insight from a male’s perspective. Afterwards, someone suggested I make my opinions available for others who might be dealing with similar issues. Victor Said… was born out of necessity I guess. Kinda cool huh? Now, I answer submissions on my website every Friday.

Visit: http://www.victormcglothin.com/

I asked Victor to get personal and he shared the answers to the following questions:

Favorite time of year and why: Fall – because it’s a welcomed change after long scorching Texas summers.

Favorite scripture: Hebrews 11:1 ‘Faith is the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things unseen.’ Without the proper measure of faith, defeat is nearly certain in every aspect of life.

If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be and why? Egypt, I’ve always had a thing for Pyramids.

If you could spend an hour with any person, living or deceased, who would it be and why? Jesus. There’s so much I want to ask Him about the struggles he faced as a man. Guess I’ll have to wait until He has a spare minute in Heaven.

If you were going to a deserted island and could only take one novel, that you didn’t write, what would it be and why? Walter Mosley’s “Little Yellow Dog.” It’s set in the late 1940’s, my most favorite time in history. After the soldiers came home from World War II, Black servicemen shared what they saw oversees and how they were treated much better abroad. It caused a rise in their consciousness and inspired a higher standard of living back home.

Victor, you’ve been very successful, any advice for aspiring writers?
VM: Work hard at honing your craft, read lots of other authors and keep pushing until something pops.

Victor, thanks so much for visiting Urban Christian Fiction. You may visit Victor at his website http://www.victormcglothin.com/ or http://www.myspace.com/thewritebrother

Make sure to stop by, sign his guest book and check out the advice column. Oh and please pick up a copy or two of Sinful Too. Remember books make great Christmas gifts.