Author Interview with Gary Simonds

Author Bio Gary is a highly experienced neurosurgeon, former head of an academic neurosurgery program at Virginia Tech/Carilion Clinic. He is a Professor, and teaches regularly at, the Virginia Tech School of Neuroscience and the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. Gary was a biochemistry major at Dartmouth College. He went on to medical school at Rutgers and Neurosurgery residency and medical research fellowship at Walter Reed. He also holds a master’s degree in Health Care Delivery Science from Dartmouth. Gary has written and spoken widely on the subjects of neuroscience, medical school admissions, humanism, medical socioeconomics, medical ethics, burnout, personal wellness, spirituality, death and dying, and the interface between science and religion. Known for his compassion and sense of humor, he also writes fiction and is an accomplished and entertaining storyteller. Born in New Jersey, Gary has lived in New Jersey; England; Washington D.C.; Denver; Danville, Pennsylvania; and Roanoke, Virginia. He currently lives in the beautiful town of Black Mountain, North Carolina. And yes, that is my house on the homepage. Connect with Gary Simonds Website Amazon Timestamps 00:15 Introduction 00:51 What are your books about? 2:00 What inspired you to write your book? 3:42 Who is your book for? 5:00 How long have you been writing? 6:25 What is your schedule when you are writing a book? 7:19 What do you need in your writing space to help you stay focused? 8:23 Do you have a favorite writing snack or drink? 8:59 What type of books do you personally enjoy reading? 9:43 Are there any books or authors that inspired you to become an author? 11:27 What books did you grow up reading? Did you have an all-time favorite? 12:44 Now as an adult do you have any favorite series or authors? 13:43 Do you have any advice for someone just starting to read again? 15:17 What would you tell someone just starting to write their own book? 18:59 Where is the best place for readers to find your book and to connect with you? Links Support the Podcast https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ripollsworkshop Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/30a7be3e81ef/69wqrzezob Follow us Ripollsworkshop Reads Podcast Instagram https://instagram.com/ripollsworkshopreadspodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Ripollsworkshop Reads Website https://www.ripollsworkshopreads.com/about-contact Ripollsworkshop Reads YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ripollsworkshopreads Ripollsworkshop Reads Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ripollsworkshopreads Our Host Courtney Ripoll-McBride https://www.instagram.com/theripollsworkshop/ Music Created/Episode Mastered By: Patrick McBride https://www.instagram.com/patmcbride_bass