Before we talk about the book, let's learn more about the author's choice in music. . . What? Did that say music, not books?

That's right, music.  Behind every author's story and behind every book, there is one thing in the author's life that influences the way that they write, or what they choose to write about.  Somewhere there is something or someone that has impact upon the way that the author sees the world.  From the answers that he gave me to my probing questions, it seems to me that Rod Riesel's is his choice in music.  

I don't want to go into great detail, as I want to prolong the suspense about Sleeping Dogs Lie, but I can tell you to look for clues; some will be quite obvious, and others more subtle.  

As you gather the clues for the next week or so, I hope you'll learn a little bit more about Rod Riesel and his debut as an author!   

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In Rod's own words, "I enjoy all types of music, but I would have to say my favorite music is music with a beach, or tropical feel."  Pretty different from a Central New Yorker like Rod, where the nearest tropical beach is thousands of miles away.  And sorry guys, Sylvan Beach doesn't count!

When asked what musical artists are his favorites, Rod replies, "Artists like Jimmy Buffet (Folk), Zac Brown Folk/Country), Kenny Chesney (Country) and Bob Marley (Reggae). Recently I have been listening to a band called The Boat Drunks."  Who?

Since I have never heard of The Boat Drunks, and just in case you haven't either, I did a little investigating.  

The band has been around since 2006, originating from Illinois, and their music is as classified in a rather unique genre, kind of like Rod's favorites all rolled into one-"Country/Rock/Tropical . . .Indie (www.myspace.com/boatdrunks#!)."  

For your listening pleasure, I have included one of their songs: Key West Jam (Retrieved from YouTube.com 09/12/12).  Go grab yourself a Margarita, close your eyes and enjoy the sound of The Boat Drunks. 

Too early in the day to travel to Margaritaville? Have a listen anyway!

Okay, so you've read about Rod's choice in music,  maybe had yourself an umbrella drink, and listened to a jam session from a band you may or may not have ever heard of.  What does any of that have to do with Sleeping Dogs Lie?  Please keep reading to find out!

Until next time . . .

Don't just coast through life . . . take a moment to enjoy the simple pleasures like a good book and the company of good friends!