Interview With Matthew Diefenbach

 

1. What inspired you to write this book?
Art and science have always fascinated me, and I began to wonder whether there is a real connection between these two fields. Ultimately, that curiosity led me to formulating Hidden Parable Theory.

 

2. What exactly is it about — and who is it written for?
The book explores mathematical codes that can be found in artworks and religious objects, suggesting possible divine influence through the completeness of universal patterns also observed in science. It is written for readers who are interested in the intersection of mathematics, art, science, and religion.

 

3. What do you hope readers will get out of reading your book?
I hope readers come away with a new perspective—one that opens their minds, sparks curiosity, and encourages the imagination.

 

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

That was easy! Any book suggesting a new undiscovered code should feature it on its cover. Why? Because in my genre, there are so many books out there that claim some kind of never-before-discovered code, however, what they really are is an opinionated speculation. I wanted to ensure that I set myself apart from these types of books, so highlighting it on the cover made the most sense.     

 

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

With so many resources available today, taking the time to understand and use them can save a great deal of effort. For me, that meant using LaTeX to format my book professionally. It gave me full control over the presentation and made the self-publishing process much smoother

 

6. What trends in the book world do you see — and where do you think the publishing industry is heading?
While I’m not really following industry trends closely, it’s clear that self-publishing is becoming an increasingly popular alternative to traditional publishing.

 

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

Yes. My interests in art, science, and history definitely motivated me to go above and beyond when researching and writing this book. 

 

8. How would you describe your writing style? Which writers or books is your writing similar to?
My style is direct, clear, and free of unnecessary fluff—something especially important when explaining a new theory. It’s a style influenced by my experience writing research reports in academia.

 

9. What challenges did you overcome in the writing of this book?
Editing was definitely the biggest challenge. Since I wrote the book in my spare time while working, I also took on the task of editing it myself. Being your own editor isn’t ideal when trying to fully polish off a final manuscript.

 

10. If people can buy or read one book this week or month, why should it be yours?
If you’re interested in new ideas based on realistic models—especially those involving mathematics then Hidden Parable Theory offers something unique and worth exploring while teaching you something new. 

About The author: Art, history, science, and religion have always fascinated Matthew since a young age. In college, Matthew spent much of his time studying these subjects, earning two degrees in physics and chemistry. After that, he went on to grad school, specializing in laser physics and computer science. A couple of years later, Matthew started writing and formulated Hidden Parable Theory, which describes a divine code that is found in almost everything. So far, he has written four books and received a number of awards and recognitions, one being an honorable mention at the Los Angeles Book Festival. When Matthew is not writing, he is either making short podcasts for his social media, playing video games, or enjoying the outdoors.  For more information, please see: Links to Books or Link to Short Video.

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