Guest: Frank Zafiro
Episode Name: Mastering the Art of Writing: Insights from Frank Zafiro's Journey
Episode Number: 239
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About the guest
Frank Zafiro, a retired captain with a background in military intelligence, embarked on a prolific writing career specializing in gritty crime fiction from both law enforcement and criminal perspectives. Serving in the U.S. Army and later as a police officer in Spokane, Washington, Frank's experience is reflected in his acclaimed River City and SpoCompton series, featuring an ensemble cast of officers and criminals. After retiring in 2013, he dedicated himself to writing and teaching, earning accolades for his police procedurals and novella anthology series, "A Grifter's Song." With over forty novels, Frank Zafiro is a top-ranking author in police procedurals on Amazon, showcasing his versatility in mainstream fiction and fantasy under the names Frank Scalise and Frank Saverio. Currently residing in Redmond, Oregon, Frank remains an avid hockey fan, reader, movie lover, gamer, and a dedicated guitarist.
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In this insightful episode featuring author Frank Zafiro, he shares valuable advice for writers, particularly addressing common challenges faced by early writers. Zafiro emphasizes the need for writers to avoid rushing through scenes and instead provide detailed descriptions to allow readers to visualize the narrative. He delves into the crucial skill of accepting feedback, acknowledging writers' personal attachment to their work. Zafiro encourages writers to embrace the learning process through trial and error.
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Frank Zafiro's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/frankzafiro370/
Frank Zafiro's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FrankZafiroAuthor/
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