In James Bong – Agent Of Anarchy, a former M16 spy and his team embark on high-stakes missions charged with espionage, controversy, and infused with humor. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?

I’ve been a fan of the James Bond franchise for a long time. One thing I notice with mainstream heroes in big publications and Hollywood movies is that the “good guys” almost always work for the state and ultimately have good intentions. I love a good parody, so I thought it would be interesting to “flip the script,” so to speak. Bong is a freelancer, and the villains are affiliated with various global institutions.

Your novel is filled with memorable characters. What was your favorite character to write for and why?

That’s a great question. I’d have to say the nerdy hacker K. I’m a little bit of a nerd, love my coffee, and often use biting sarcasm, just like him. There’s a lot of me in that character. Actually, we’re almost identical, except the tech genius part.

What is it that draws you to writing satire?

I’ve always been a fan of absurdist comedy. I grew up with Monty Python, Mel Brooks, and Adam Sandler. The thing I really like about satire is that it is funny and absurd, but also carries a message. When I look at the society we live in, there’s certainly no shortage of material for satire. Satire makes people laugh, but also carries powerful messages that can reach people. It’s an important and often overlooked medium of influence.

What is the next book that you are working on and when will it be available?

To be perfectly honest, I’ve been so busy trying to promote the work I’ve already published, that I haven’t had much time to write recently. One idea I’ve been kicking around, though, is an absurdist time travel murder mystery. I’ve also thought about writing a sixth book for The Evolution Saga series.

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