Interview With Author Candi G.

 

 

1. What inspired you to write this book?

I completed my first children’s book, Willy the Fighting Fish, joins the 82nd Airborne. I

thought, you know what? I can write another book about my best childhood friend, Tiger

the German Shepherd. The book takes place in Taiwan, and it would be an excellent

opportunity to Reflect on what life was like for a Military Child in the Vietnam Era. Plus,

it would show the importance of family, confidence, and self-esteem. Writing allows me

to travel the world, create characters, imagine stories and events, and mold them into a

fascinating, funny, and educational physical tale.

 

2. What is it about, and who is it written for?

There was a German Shepherd named Tiger. He was no ordinary dog; he was a war

dog. Tiger served alongside soldiers and provided them with companionship and

protection during their missions. Tiger had been trained rigorously, honing his skills to

be a brave and loyal companion. Tiger finds himself separated from his military caretakers at the end of the Vietnam War. He wanders through the ravaged lands, seeking a purpose and a new home. Fate leads him to the bustling city of Taipei, Taiwan, where he embarks on a new chapter of his life. The book tells what happens to Tiger and how he finds a family and self-worth. The book is written for kids 4 through 12 years of age.

 

3. What do you hope readers will get from reading your book?

I hope they will laugh, cheer, enjoy, learn history and geography, and also learn about

self-esteem and self-worth, as well as how important Family, friends, and neighbors are,

as well as other cultures and people.

 

4. How did you decide on your book’s title and cover design?

The book takes place in two Asian countries, so I wanted to pay tribute to that culture by

designing an Asian-inspired book. Vietnam and Taiwan both have beautiful people and

are lovely places. The cover features Dragons, Seas, and Vietnam. Since the story is

about Tiger, the German shepherd, I also wanted to place him front and center.

 

5. What advice or wisdom do you have for fellow writers – other than run!?

Be yourself and do you. Don’t listen to the naysayers or downers. Keep a positive

outlook and keep trying. It is hard work. Success comes easy for some, but a lot of

sacrifice must be made to get there.

Everyone has a story to tell. It is how or if they mean it that matters.

 

6. What trends in the book world do you see -- and where do you think the book

publishing industry is heading?

A lot of Artificial Intelligence is being used to create books. Some of the books are good,

and some are not. However, when you focus on providing quantity rather than quality,

you give up some creativity and uniqueness. There is a lot of focus on Artificial Intelligence’s capability, but nothing compares to the quality and creativity of human ingenuity. Being different is exceptional, and your style matters. Artificial Intelligence can’t tell your story better than you. To be the next Angelou or Edgar Allen Poe, you must be the Original.

Original content still matters.

 

7. Were there experiences in your personal life or career useful when writing this book?

Yes, my life of traveling worldwide as a Military child, Military Veteran, and Vacation

traveler. I also spent a lot of my childhood overseas in various countries. I was also a

Middle School Teacher and taught Disabled Children, too. They called me Ms. Good

Nerves. The Kids were so funny, but I liked them, and they liked me.

 

8. How would you describe your writing style? Which writers or books is your writing

like?

I don’t write similarly to anyone. I am me, and they are them. Nothing beats originality.

 

9. What challenges did you overcome in the writing of this book?

I tried to make the book complement and tell life lessons through the eyes of a Dog.

This book shows action scenes without using Weapons or anyone being killed. There is

a lot of school violence, and I wanted to stay away from that. I worked with parents and

had them review the book and others to ensure it flowed well, pictures told the story,

and violence was minimal.

 

10. If people can buy or read one book this week or month, why should it be yours?

There is no other book like this one and no other story better than “Tiger the War Dog”

from Saigon, Vietnam. Not only does it go back in time in Contemporary American

History, but it also tells the story of the ending of the Vietnam War from a child who

experienced it firsthand. The book is a heartwarming, funny story about a loyal dog, pet rabbits, and a monkey. Tiger, who has been to war and back. Tiger’s Journey from Vietnam to Taipei, Taiwan, is a story that will be perfect for dog lovers of all ages and great for children and families everywhere.

 

About The Author: The author grew up in a Military Family and is a Military Brat. The Author enjoys Military History and has traveled a great deal. The author has been to 18 countries and lived in 4 of them. The Author liked the US Military so much that the Author joined the service. The Author’s family has served in all major conflicts, starting with World War I for the US Military, supporting mainly the US Army. The author remembered the Vietnam War stories and decided to go to Vietnam. Today, 45 years later, there are still remnants of the US Military presence as well as scars from the War. However, times have changed. Vietnam is a wonderful country with beautiful people, mountains, jungles, and beaches. The people were very kind and nice too!! Vietnam has come a long way from the war’s start almost 60+ years ago. The Author hopes you enjoy their funny, exciting, and

interesting books. AIRBORNE! For more info, please see: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CBTTNZ6G

 

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