The Patient
1.
What inspired you
to write your book?
Well,
I've always enjoyed reading John Grisham's novels. His court drama's are
gripping and captivates me from beginning to end. I also follow serious court
cases, as there are plenty of juicy stories to be had, and writing articles or
novels about the outcome of a trial, is never boring. The ability to play with
words and sketch the characters, are endless. The procedure in a courtroom has
always captivated me. I suppose it's because of the fact that there is so much
respect on my side for the Law, that I just had to try and put it down on
paper. There is justice in a court of law, and then there is also injustice. I
like portraying the justice side of the system.
2.
What is it about?
It's
a courtroom drama about a young boys' life that is abruptly turned upside down
and into turmoil. He is involved in a vehicle accident, and wakes up three
months later, paralysed from the waist down. He later finds out that the doctor
who treated him during his stay in hospital, didn't execute all the necessary
tests on him. The young boy hires a Lawyer to sue the doctor for negligence and
malpractice. Although the doctor is summoned and a pre-trial takes place, he is
unwilling to settle, and the case goes to trial. Once here, the respondent
realises his mistake, but it's a little late to turn the clock back.
3.
Why should people
read it?
I
think it makes quite a good story, and there are plenty of people worldwide who
can relate to the same circumstances. There is a twist to the story, of course.
The book has only facts in it, no thumb sucking. During the writing of this
book, I did extensive research, and was surprised to find that doctors actually
have lawsuits going on all the time. It's like an extension of their
profession, and most of these cases are settled out of court.
4.
What challenges
did you overcome in writing it?
I
wouldn't call them challenges, rather broadening of my horizons. I learnt a lot
about medical conditions and their treatments, which made me a lot more
knowledgeable around certain aspects, including the law and Justice system as
well. I now know that there is a huge difference in the way that the Justice
system in Europe and the USA works, as well as on other continents. It was a
challenge in itself getting the information I had gathered, sorted out and
weave it into the story so it makes sense. That was the biggest challenge I
had, but not so difficult to overcome.
5.
What
advice do you have for fellow writers struggling to break through?
There is so much
competition out there when it comes to writing. It's very difficult to become acknowledged and
counted under the top earners as a writer/author, but if you persevere in your
dreams and goals, something should happen sooner or later. Someone will sit up
and take note. All it takes is courage to pursue what you want; that; and
belief in yourself. If you don't believe in yourself, who will? Believing in
yourself and your degree of writing, builds character.
6.
Where do you see
book publishing heading?
Book
publishing has changed immensely during the last year, not to mention the last
decade. It's an ever changing field, with new technology driving the printing
industry on a day to day basis. Who knows where it'll all end? You could for
instance, download an e-book on your smart TV in the next couple of years. The
fact that digital printing is taking over, is definite. Printed books are on
the decline, so what will happen to the smaller Vanity Presses? I think they'll
start fading out as technology takes over. Not a nice thought, but what to do
...?
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