IndieView with Tyler G. Warne, author of The Mad Cats in the City Police

I hope to reach younger generations who can commit themselves to a greater understanding of nature.

Tyler G. Warne – 31 May 2019

The Back Flap

The creative, nonfiction tale explores the symbolic importance of an animal who represents protection, duty, and justice. The ideas taken from cats are interpreted into actions for people to adapt into their lives. Cultivation towards understanding the symbols in nature is the central focus of the list of ideas. Applications of technologies, methods, and logic present ways to develop cooperative communities furthering progress towards peace, justice, and enlightenment.

About the book

What is the book about?

I use cats as a symbol to describe the importance of developing a greater understanding of nature. There are several explanations and examples of how cats exhibit behaviors representative of police. The ideas of police are presented through the archaic definition rather than a modern bureaucratic sense. Using forms of creative symbolic interpretation, I explain how to use signs taken from a symbol and adapt them into everyday life.

When did you start writing the book?

I started researching for the book in my late teens before I went to college. Most of my coursework research and writing was used for The Mad Cats in the City Police. I drafted some of the work during my academics. But when I left my doctoral program, I was able to research using field studies. I finally finished the book in 2018, nearly 21 years after I decided on the title and focus.

How long did it take you to write it?

The research for the book took 20 years, approximately. And the writing was finished within 3 months.

Where did you get the idea from?

I was very interested in nature, politics, philosophy, animals, and symbolism when I was a teenager. My experiences led me to study further.

Were there any parts of the book where you struggled?

The subject matter is undoubtedly the most difficult I will ever encounter throughout my career. Police and madness are two difficult subjects to explain.

What came easily?

I am naturally drawn to understand natural and social sciences, so most of the field research was my second nature.

Are your characters entirely fictitious or have you borrowed from real world people you know?

The work is nonfiction, symbolic interpretation.

We all know how important it is for writers to read. Are there any particular authors that have influenced how you write and, if so, how have they influenced you?

Ken Kesey, John Steinbeck, the Buddha’s writings, and environmental activists. Kesey allowed me to stretch my mind. Steinbeck wrote in simple terms, conducive to my style. The Buddha allowed me to do both with discipline and compassion. Environmental activists helped me work for justice in my expressions.

Do you have a target reader?

I hope to reach younger generations who can commit themselves to a greater understanding of nature.

About Writing

Do you have a writing process? If so can you please describe it?

I develop a central list of ideas. Then I expand those ideas into about 100 words each. Then I expand to 1000 words. If the writing is on track, I will write a draft. Then I begin editing.

Do you outline? If so, do you do so extensively or just chapter headings and a couple of sentences?

A list of ideas is central to my writing. Expanding upon the list of ideas is what leads to the finished product.

Do you edit as you go or wait until you’ve finished?

Once I start writing, I don’t stop until I am finished.

Did you hire a professional editor?

Yes, I hire editors.

Do you listen to music while you write? If yes, what gets the fingers tapping?

I love blues and jazz. I listened to blues and jazz when I was going through college. I also play music and write songs. I use my songs to keep my chapters focused.

About Publishing

Did you submit your work to Agents?

No.

What made you decide to go Indie, whether self-publishing or with an indie publisher? Was it a particular event or a gradual process?

I spent so much time researching, and I needed to finish my book. Also, I believe I can maintain an independent press throughout my career and beyond. I have plans to write 35 books over the next 40 years.

Did you get your book cover professionally done or did you do it yourself?

I am an artist, too. I have some art in a collection almost ready for publication in a book. So I can design my own covers.

Do you have a marketing plan for the book or are you just winging it?

I am new to publishing, so I am just testing the waters to ensure I understand the ins and outs. My music and art will help complement my marketing, as I finish them. But websites, emails, conferences, fairs, public gatherings, and online advertising are in my plans.

Any advice that you would like to give to other newbies considering becoming Indie authors?

If you research the available resources, there is a lot of free help available. My main focus is to continue writing. I believe the more I write, the more people will read my writing.

About You

Where did you grow up?

Portland, Oregon

Where do you live now?

Bellingham, Washington

What would you like readers to know about you?

I am trying to sustain independence, so any professional help, either through reviews, editing, advertising, promoting, or committed readership will be very helpful. I will write several books, and there are objectives for learning. So if people read one, the second and third will be a higher level of understanding.

What are you working on now?

I am finishing a songbook, art book, poetry book, and drafting for The Buddha and His Glory.

End of Interview:

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