Ronald H. Balson
Author Interview - Ronald H. Balson
Author of Defending Britta Stein
A story of bravery, betrayal, and redemption—from the winner of the National Jewish Book Award. "Defending Britta Stein" is critically-acclaimed author Ronald H. Balson's thrilling take on a modern day courtroom drama, and a masterful rendition of Denmark’s wartime heroics.
Author Interview - Ronald H. Balson
Author I draw inspiration from: Joan Didion
Author Interview - Ronald H. Balson | Author I Draw Inspiration From
Favorite place to read a book: My office. It’s quiet, the lighting is good, and I don’t get so comfortable that I doze off.
The moment I knew I wanted to become an author: It’s always been in the back of my mind, but the motivation didn’t grab me until I worked in Poland fifteen years ago. It’s very moving to walk those streets knowing the history of World War II.
Hardback, paperback, ebook or audiobook: I like hardback, but ebook is easier to read and carry around.
The last book I read: No Ordinary Time, Doris Kearns Goodwin
Author Interview - Ronald H. Balson | The Last Book I Read
Pen & paper or computer: Are you kidding? Computer. Does anyone still use a pen and paper?
If I weren’t an author, I’d be a: I’d be an attorney (I’ve been an attorney for the past 49 years.)
Place I’d most like to travel: Italy
My signature drink: Scotch
Favorite artist: Monet
Number one on my bucket list: I filled my bucket.
Twitter: @ronbalson
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RonaldBalson
Author Bio: RONALD H. BALSON is an attorney, professor, and writer. His novel The Girl From Berlin won the National Jewish Book Award and was the Illinois Reading Council's adult fiction selection for the Illinois Reads program. He is also the author of Karolina's Twins, The Trust, Saving Sophie, Eli's Promise, and the international bestseller, Once We Were Brothers. He lives in Chicago.
