Brian Rudolph
Author Interview - Brian Rudolph
Author of Angel In The Breeze
The wind chimes, a gift from Liam's mother, jingled softly in the breeze. They were a constant in a life that was anything but. His father had left before Liam was born. His mother, Serena, was a celebrated singer, her voice a wave of emotion that drew crowds wherever she went. Liam, a bright-eyed boy with a mop of unruly brown hair, was her constant companion.
At just five years old, he'd witnessed her rise on stages, encountering an array of characters, from devoted stagehands to musicians and soul-searching fans, all drawn in by his mother's ethereal voice. When tragedy strikes and he loses his mother suddenly, Liam transforms his grief into gratitude, realizing that even though they navigated different cities and faced different challenges, kindness and love would always connect them. As he learns to navigate life without her, he finds in the wind chimes a melody. And in every note played, he knows Serena's spirit resonates a song that will never truly end.
Author Interview - Brian Rudolph
Author I draw inspiration from:
I love Richard Adams Watership Down and the Charles Dickens classics. John Grisham is on my list of favorites as well.
Author Interview - Brian Rudolph | Author I Draw Inspiration From
Favorite place to read a book:
I love reading outside by the pool on my lanai in Florida. It’s so serene with the birds and nature sounds all around.Frank
Book character I’d like to be stuck in an elevator with:
A A Milne Winnie The Pooh. I would love to be trapped with Pooh. I could listen to his gentle voice and words of wisdom for hours. I’m sure with thought and a little bit of honey we’d find a way out!
Author Interview - Brian Rudolph | Book Character I’d Like to be Stuck in an Elevator With
The moment I knew I wanted to become an author:
After my mom passed I navigated through my grief by song writing. I wrote lyrics to honor her and the songs inspired the story. While fiction Angel In The Breeze follows Serena and her son Liam as they navigate life on the road. I incorporated the songs including more I wrote to help tell the story on the novel. Coming from a musical family it was important to me to honor my mother’s legacy in the character of Serena. Her strength, voice and love for her son are parts of my mother.
Hardback, paperback, ebook or audiobook:
I prefer hardback or paperback. I need to hold and smell a book and its pages. Ebooks and Audio books take that experience away. There’s no better feeling than turning a page!
The last book I read:
Gregory Maguires Wicked… I enjoyed it but wish I had read it prior to seeing the Wicked movie. My mind would compare the book to the movie which was a distraction.
Author Interview - Brian Rudolph | The Last Book I Read
Pen & paper or computer:
Computer or phone for sure. I tried mostly to allow a time for me to concentrate on writing. As a busy man with work and children I had to ensure I could focus on writing after work or sometimes in the morning before my day started. I also found myself inspired in random places such as the airport. All of a sudden an idea would come to mind while waiting to catch a flight so I’d put notes in my phone.
Book character I think I’d be best friends with:
Elephaba from Wicked by Gregory Maguire. We both love animals and I would do anything to make right any injustices against them like she does in the story. Sometimes I feel like an outsider and that people don’t understand me. We are both driven and passionate.
If I weren’t an author, I’d be a:
Zoo keeper or marine biologist. I love animals and would love to be a caregiver to endangered species. The crocodile hunters children carry on their father’s legacy which inspires me. I love their mission towards wildlife conservation.
Favorite decade in fashion history:
I loved the simplicity of the 50s. The clothing, the fashion, music and of course the classic cars! Family time at dinner was cherished back then. Something that’s not as values today.
Place I’d most like to travel:
Italy would be lovely. I’d love to pursue my family’s roots and explore ancient cities. The architecture and food along with the culture would be immersive.
My signature drink:
White wine..Sauvignon blanc
Favorite artist:
Carrie Underwood’s music is inspiring. She covers a range of music from Christian to country to rock and roll. She’s very versatile as an artist.
Number one on my bucket list:
I would love to learn how to ski.
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About Brian Rudolph:
Author Interview with Brian Rudolph
Brian, a native Floridian, cultivated an appreciation for the cre-ative arts from a very young age through his
family’s musical heritage. As a newly published author, he drew inspiration from his late mother, a gifted singer, whose legacy profoundly impacted his life. Following her sudden passing, Brian utilized songwriting as a coping mechanism after receiving her personal wind chimes as a gift. While serving as a program manager at a large insurance and risk management firm, he also enjoys volunteering as a local community theater actor. A devoted husband and father of three sons, Brian resides in Venice, Florida.
