Steven Hartov – The Soul of a Thief

Steven Hartov - The Soul of a Thief Travis Davis 41:07

In this conversation, Travis Davis interviews author Steven Hartov. They discuss Hartov’s military background and the prevalence of veteran authors throughout history. They also delve into Davis’ book, ‘One of Four: World War One Through the Eyes of an Unknown Soldier,’ and its unique format of combining a soldier’s diary with a father-son relationship. They explore the theme of writing stories about people during wartime and the emotional impact of such narratives. Finally, they touch on Hartov’s transition from writing espionage novels to his latest work, ‘The Soul of a Thief.’ In this conversation, Steven Hartov discusses his writing career and inspiration, his favorite genre, and the importance of personal experiences in his writing. He also talks about incorporating personal elements into his books and the significance of personal connections in the author community. The challenges of book marketing and the supportive nature of the author community are also discussed. Finally, Steven shares his thoughts on planning and strategy in writing and his hobbies in his free time. He concludes by mentioning his upcoming projects.