Interview with Jerry Carlton

Published 2013-12-05.
When did you first start writing?
I am sure it was about age 5, but due to my age now, I have no independent memory of the actual event.
Where did you grow up, and how did this influence your writing?
I was born in Reno, Nevada, but grew up and went to school in the San Francisco Bay area. I was very fortunate to live in an era of change. The 60s and all that happened, influenced me more than anyone could imagine.
What's the story behind your latest book?
I am currently working on several projects. The Water District will be published next. It deals with the personalities involved in managing a small local water district, and a strange sequence of events leading to mistrust, homicide, and the discovery of the age old question.
What inspires you to get out of bed each day?
The love of life.
When you're not writing, how do you spend your time?
Enjoying everything, watching everything, and experiencing all that I can.
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Books by This Author

Law Enforcement's Burnout Road
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 2,040. Language: English. Published: February 9, 2013 . Categories: Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Mental health, Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Depression
A description of law enforcement burnout, how it happens, to whom it happens, what to do when it happens, and how to prevent. A small easy read with great ideas.
Bigfoot's River of No Return
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 14,630. Language: English. Published: January 12, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Science fiction » Adventure, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense
Aliens arrive on Earth years before the birth of Christ. Murder, resurrection, defeat, and success give the aliens reason to set up their community in a very rural Idaho community. The aliens possess abilities to discourage detection,while openly interacting with humans. Bigfoot is finally exposed, only to eliminate the exposing human.
Time for a Short?
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 9,490. Language: English. Published: December 10, 2009 . Categories: Fiction » Anthologies » Short stories - single author
A collection of short stories. The quick read for simple enjoyment.
Law Enforcement Leadership
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 9,070. Language: English. Published: June 27, 2009 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Motivation & inspiration, Nonfiction » Career Guides » Business Management
A great text for in house leadership and management training. Follow the text and make meaningful discussions on how these ideas can assist your organization. Jerry Carlton, a 30-year law enforcement veteran discusses leadership, problem employees, small town narcotic investigaitons, hiring the right person, lines of communication, the art of listening and court room testomny.