Charles E. Smith
Author Interview - Charles E. Smith
Author I draw inspiration from: David Halberstam
Favorite place to read a book: In my den by the fireplace
Book character I’d like to be stuck in an elevator with: Sherlock Holmes
The moment I knew I wanted to become an author: On the eve of my retirement from nearly a half century in public life
Hardback, paperback, ebook or audiobook: Split between hardback and ebook. Always love the feel of the hardback, but enjoy the convenience of an ebook
The last book I read: Robert Caro’s fourth book on Lyndon Johnson: The Passage of Power
Pen & paper or computer: Computer
Book character I think I’d be best friends with: James Bond
If I wasn’t an author, I’d be a: Play by play sportscaster
Favorite decade in fashion history: The fifties
Place I’d most like to travel: Italy
My signature drink: Gin Martini
Favorite artist: Elvis Presley
Number one on my bucket list: Travel Vietnam