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 I jotted down ideas and even
put together an outline, but that was about as far as I got. My
motivation to actually sit down and write the book came after I had
to make a necessary but unfulfilling business decision. After
leaving the adult clubs and before embarking on a new direction, I
thought I should take the time to finally express myself. Having
been given a pass by God numerous times, I felt the urgency (you
never know when He’ll revoke the pass) to express my views. We all
try to find our place in the universe. My destiny might actually be
to share my observations, views, opinions and prognostications. I
had the opportunity and I grabbed it.
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I want to spread my ideas, but most
of all let other independent thinkers out there realize that they
are not the only ones that think the way they do. Maybe I can become
a spokesperson for the SILENT MAJORITY.
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Daniel Segall
First time, St. Petersburg, Florida, author Daniel K. Segall
introduces
us to his world and the world
he would like to see for all of us. Mr. Segall has had
numerous harrowing experiences which he feels makes him
eligible to express his views on many of today’s most
important topics. He is definitely a little jaded and
opinionated. Nonetheless, Mr. Segall presents some good
arguments to justify his thoughts, and in the end you can’t
help but agree with him at least a little. This non-fiction
tale is short and bitter-sweet which makes it a perfect one
evening read.
The book is available at all online retailers, it can be
purchased locally at Haslam’s Book Store in St. Petersburg,
or you can contact Wasteland Press for more information.
http://itsmystoryandimstucktoit.com
Books-And-Authors.net: Where did you grow up and was reading and
writing a part of your life? Who were your earliest influences and
why?
Daniel Segall: I grew up in New Orleans and my parents had an
extensive library in the house. Although reading was not one of my
major past times I always enjoyed reading. I attended one of the
best schools in the city, Isidore Newman which, besides having a
great library, had an annual book fair exposing us to literature.
From a young age I found myself reading a lot of science fiction for
fun. As I grew older I was definitely enthralled with George Orwell.
I enjoyed writing and was always told by my instructors that I was
too flowery. At this point of my life I believe I have become a
little more succinct.
Books-And-Authors.net: Briefly discuss your new book IT'S MY STORY &
I'M STUCK TO IT? What was the motivation to share your life's
thoughts and experiences in this book?
Daniel Segall: Since probably, 2004 I have wanted to write a book
about my observations. Since I consider myself to be a work-a-holic,
I never allocated any real time to writing. I jotted down ideas and
even put together an outline, but that was about as far as I got. My
motivation to actually sit down and write the book came after I had
to make a necessary but unfulfilling business decision. After
leaving the adult clubs and before embarking on a new direction, I
thought I should take the time to finally express myself. Having
been given a pass by God numerous times, I felt the urgency (you
never know when He’ll revoke the pass) to express my views. We all
try to find our place in the universe. My destiny might actually be
to share my observations, views, opinions and prognostications. I
had the opportunity and I grabbed it.
Books-And-Authors.net: IT'S MY STORY & I'M STUCK TO IT really is a
very good insightful and entertaining read.. You write, "Good guys
do always finish last." Explain.
Daniel Segall: Perhaps it’s me being a little cynical, but I’ve put
my heart and soul into my work more than a few times only to make
others wealthy and leave me looking for a new direction. My story is
not unlike many others on this planet. I’ve always been amazed that
the guy offering a flim-flam seems to get ahead and leave everyone
else hanging, while the honest hard working guy gets overlooked.
It’s a tough world out there and it’s only getting tougher. Most of
us are looking for that one break that seems to remain that elusive
golden ring on the carousel.
The same cycle
seems to ring true in the literary world as well. I truly believe my
book is timely and pertinent. Unfortunately the media outlets and
the people, who could help promote a book such as this, are too busy
promoting their own agenda. I don’t really think I’ll finish last,
but I’ll be somewhere in the middle with the masses when my race is
over. Alas…the=2 0cycle continues.
Books-And-Authors.net: In IT'S MY STORY & I'M STUCK TO IT, you say
you are a "Cat Person". Explain.
Daniel Segall: There are three reasons to consider me a cat person.
One is that I have always had cats as pets. After begging my mother
to let me have a cat, I chose a calico kitten named “Cocoa”. Soon
after getting Cocoa, our family was adopted by an expecting c at who
we called “Big Momma” From that point forward we always had cats in
the house, up to 13 at one time. Even today, my wife and I have 2
beautiful black cats.
The second consideration is that cats are very independent. I’ve
always been an independent thinker going down my path to the beat of
a different drummer. I look at something and imagine how to improve
it. There is a lot of innovative thought described in the book.
Third is that cats are alleged to have 9 lives. I believe I’m on my
8th out of nine lives.
Books-And-Authors.net: When you were young you were a collector -
You were 'intrigued by garbage trucks" Explain. Are you still a
collector of what others toss away?
Daniel Segall: Garbage trucks were fascinating because they were
huge and did an amazing job, compacting and taking all our refuse
away. I am still a collector, but not necessarily of what others
throw away. Yet, my wife does call me a pack rat because if I think
something might have a long term value I do my best to keep it.
Books-And-Authors.net: In IT'S MY STORY & I'M STUCK TO IT you
discuss and share your opinion on many subjects like; RELIGION,
ADVERTISING, TERRORISM, DRUGS, GAMBLING and GLOBAL WARMING to
mention a few -- Explain why you think/feel GLOBAL WARMING is "will
become one of greatest money making inventions ever"?
Daniel Segall: Ever since the idea of global warming was introduced
to us, it used the fear of us destroying our planet to make us
change how we live our lives. The changes associated with
diminishing the damage we cause the environment COSTS us all a lot
of money to achieve. If you didn’t want to make changes, that was
okay; you could just pay for using more than your fair share of the
earth’s resources. To me when you can buy your way out of something,
the CAUSE becomes less important than the MONEY. Going green is a
good thing, but as I say in my book…it shouldn’t cost us an arm and
a leg, and the U.S. cannot be the only participant.
Books-And-Authors.net: If you could be an elected President for 1
year - What would you do to improve the USA? And why?
Daniel Segall: I would try to implement my change in the election
process I describe in my book. It would be a huge uphill battle
because the congress would not take too kindly to losing their jobs
after their first term. I would use the power of the media to get my
message out to the people and get the electorate to help dictate the
change. I would try to be a lot like the president look-a-like in
the movie “Dave” who started treating the government like his own
business. The government needs to be beholden to the people and it
must function within its means.
Books-And-Authors.net: What do you hope to achieve with IT'S MY
STORY & I'M STUCK TO IT?
Daniel Segall: I want to spread my ideas, but most of all let other
independent thinkers out there realize that they are not the only
ones that think the way they do. Maybe I can become a spokesperson
for the SILENT MAJORITY.
Books-And-Authors.net: What was the last book you read?
Daniel Segall: “Hope is Not a Strategy”
Books-And-Authors.net: What's next?
Daniel Segall: To be a best selling author…okay let’s be real, to
master a new business and keep track of my latest and greatest
observations so I can put together the next volume of “My Story.”
Books-And-Authors.net: Do you have any hobbies? What are they? How
do they enhance your writing?
Daniel Segall: Snorkeling: It lets me escape our world to the
tranquility of a peaceful planet under water. Collecting US
currency: This is a recent hobby, but there is something to be said
for the art that is contained on our currency. Not so much new
money, but on the paper currency from 1865 to 1923. If I was to
become successful from this book I would put some time into this
hobby.
Working Out: More so an activity of survival versus a hobby.
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