Michael Cowan
Author Interview - Michael Cowan
Author of John B. Peoples
Divorced and living in a converted garage, John Peoples thinks his difficulties are over when he wins half of a $40 million lottery jackpot. But his boss, Ed White, bought the winning ticket for the two of them and only Ed’s name is on the ticket. When White makes clear his intention to cut John out of the winnings and then disappears with the entire jackpot, John embarks on an effort to find White and right the wrong.
During his quest, John suffers a debilitating spine injury and struggles to heal physically and emotionally. Yet he continues pursuing White from Los Angeles to Paris to Marseille. Along the way, he tries navigating the legal system, meets a woman he believes he can only dream about, and eventually engages the help of organized crime. Ultimately, he is faced with the question of how far he is willing to go to retrieve and protect what is his.
John B. Peoples is more than the study of a character out to correct an injustice. It takes us on a powerful journey while examining loss, personal growth, and the everyday challenges of life in America today.
Author Interview - Michael Cowan
Author I draw inspiration from:
Gabrielle Zevin. Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow.
Author Interview - Michael Cowan | Author I Draw Inspiration From
Favorite place to read a book:
On my couch with my feet up.
Book character I’d like to be stuck in an elevator with:
Zorro. He would teach me how to tag the bad guys so everyone knows who they are.
Author Interview - Michael Cowan | Book Character I’d Like to be Stuck in an Elevator With
The moment I knew I wanted to become an author:
When I decided I had something of value to share with others.
Hardback, paperback, ebook or audiobook:
Hardbacks are more permanent and seem more important, but they are expensive and can take up a lot of space. Paperbacks are more portable and one feels that one can write on them. E-books are convenient for travel and probably less taxing on the environment, but there can be battery issues and there is something in our memories about being able to hug hardback or paperback books. Hugging an e-reader just isn't the same.
The last book I read:
La Jurée by Claire Jéhanno. It was an absorbing story about judgment and memory in the context of a murder trial in France. It was also an easy read.
Author Interview - Michael Cowan | The Last Book I Read
Pen & paper or computer:
Pen and paper for notes, although I do transfer those notes to a computer file. But most wriitng is directly on my computer.
Book character I think I’d be best friends with:
Jim from The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. He is a solid guy with good morals who cares about his friends.
Author Interview - Michael Cowan | Book Character I’d be Best Friends With
If I weren’t an author, I’d be a:
Singer/songwriter.
Favorite decade in fashion history:
The 60s, of course.
Place I’d most like to travel:
France, because I love practically everything French - the food, the art, the people - and I am functionally fluent in French.
My signature drink:
Wine of course.
Favorite artist:
Picasso.
Number one on my bucket list:
Pickleball, although I have heard it is addictive.
Anything else you'd like to add:
Just to thank you for this interview opportunity.
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About Michael Cowan:
Michael Cowan
A confirmed Francophile, Michael Cowan taught writing at UCLA School of Law, sang professionally, argued and won a case before the California Supreme Court, had two songs published, co-owned a dairy manufacturing business, and became the general counsel of two major corporations. Born and raised in Buffalo, NY, Michael attended Amherst High School, the University of Pennsylvania, and the University of Michigan Law School. Father of three and grandfather of four, he lives in Los Angeles with his wife and their eccentric rescue dog Percie.
