Interview With Carnegie Hall Performer & Suspense Thriller Author Nick Greenberg

 

 

1. What inspired you to write this book?

I'm passionate about music and food. When I decided to put pen to paper, or rather, fingertips to keyboard, these were the subjects that came to mind. The story itself seemed to have a mind of its own. 

2. What exactly is it about — and who is it written for?

Buried Treasure, set in Cincinnati, follows Danny Pasko, a struggling musician whose fortunes change when his golden retriever unearths a colossal truffle in the woods. When a chef neighbor eagerly pays cash for the prized fungus, Danny is introduced to a hidden gastronomic economy where rare ingredients are worth killing for — and where the line between culinary passion and criminal obsession is dangerously thin.

The audience for this book is anyone who likes food, music and a dash of mystery.

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

A good story. Perhaps a laugh or two. Also, some fascinating and unexpected knowledge about truffles.

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

I thought the title was a perfect description for these underground jewels we call truffles. 

I wanted the cover to give a hint about the plot, but not give too much away.

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

Write. Write every day. Keep writing no matter what.

6. What trends in the book world do you see -- and where do you think
the book publishing industry is heading?

I am a musician and writer. This is way above my pay grade.

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

When I'm writing, I always try to pull in experiences from my life and career. I believe this helps give the story some authenticity. Except the crime part. I don't know anything about any of that. 

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

If I had to define my writing style, I guess I would call it humor-forward. As far as which books are similar to mine, I've always been uncertain about that. 

9. What challenges did you overcome in the writing of this book?
The usual author issues: Finding an agent, getting published, selling books.

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

They should read this book because it's funny, they might learn some interesting culinary facts, it features a golden retriever, and it will make them hungry.

Author Bio: I am a bassist, composer and writer. I have performed in a wide variety of styles including classical, jazz, rock, Broadway shows, and even the occasional polka gig. I have played at Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center, as well as international stages in Taiwan. My previous novel, The Culinary Caper was published in May of 2025. My short story EAT was published in the literary journal, Jelly Bucket. You can learn more at: https://nickgreenberg-author.com/ or connect with me on Instagram @nickgreenbergauthor. 

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