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Nesly clerge

Nesly clerge
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    Thriller Science Fiction
  • Country: United States
  • Books: 4
  • Profession: Author, Chiropractic Doctor, Business Owner
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BIOGRAPHY

Nesly Clerge received his bachelor’s degree in physiology and neurobiology at the University of Maryland, and later pursued a doctoral degree in the field of chiropractic medicine. Although his background is primarily science-based, he finally embraced his lifelong passion for writing. Clerge’s debut novel, When the Serpent Bites, is available and has received exceptional reviews, as has the second book in The Starks Trilogy, When the Dragon Roars. The trilogy books explore choices, consequences, and the complexities of human emotions, especially when we are placed in a less-than-desirable setting. End of the World: The Beginning, is the first book in a new series and became an Amazon #1 Bestseller two weeks after publication. When Clerge is not writing, he manages several multidisciplinary clinics. He enjoys reading, chess, traveling, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with his significant other and his sons. For more information regarding his books, please visit Clergebooks.com.

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The Starks Trilogy (Book 1 & 2)
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The Starks Trilogy (Book 1 & 2)by Nesly ClergePublish: Oct 20, 2016Crime Fiction Thriller Suspense
When The Phoenix Rises (The Starks Trilogy Book 3)
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When The Phoenix Rises (The Starks Trilogy Book 3)by Nesly ClergePublish: Nov 10, 2017Series: The Starks TrilogyCrime Fiction Thriller Suspense Literary Fiction
End of The World: The Beginning
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End of The World: The Beginningby Nesly ClergePublish: Dec 04, 2016Christian Fiction Science Fiction
When The Dragon Roars (The Starks Trilogy Book 2)
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When The Dragon Roars (The Starks Trilogy Book 2)by Nesly ClergePublish: Sep 27, 2016Series: The Starks TrilogyCrime Fiction Thriller Suspense

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  • The Starks Trilogy

    1 When The Dragon Roars (The Starks Trilogy Book 2) - Published on Sep, 20162 When The Phoenix Rises (The Starks Trilogy Book 3) - Published on Nov, 2017

Nesly clerge Interview On 09, Jun 2017

"Nesly Clerge grew up with very conservative parents and was thus, business-minded from an early age. In college, he majored in pre-med, with a minor in graphic design. He became a doctor of chiropractic medicine, which allowed him to apply his interest in science in a way that would help others. After his marriage and divorce, he found himself inspired to write and discovered story ideas ran like rivers through his mind. The type and depth of research and how it takes for him depends on the plot, what he's looking for and how thorough he wants to be. Nesly reads every review for his books as it helps him learn more about his audience. He says that writers have to know what works for them and always jot down ideas immediately when they hit. He also advises that writers read books in their genre, use beta readers and maybe an editor you trust, and understand it may take a number of drafts to get to the final. Whether you’re an indie author or not, Nesly believes that social media is a must as it provides an opportunity to form a relationship with readers and potential readers."
Tell us a little about your life growing up. Readers are always eager for a sneak peak into the mysterious life of the author behind the book.

As a child of very conservative parents who were sticklers about education, my youth, for the most part, was monotonous and mundane. And void of television. Except when my younger brother and I would post our sister as lookout so we could catch snippets of programs. My sister would give the signal when one or both of our parents were coming upstairs. One thing I detested was being forced to learn piano, which turned out to be a blessing. I was business-minded from an early age, and decided to give lessons for pay, which started in my late teens and continued into my early twenties. It was a lucrative business, with eighteen students at one point. I even considered starting a music school, but decided against it. My parents separated early in their relationship and remarried, which provided me with several brothers and sisters on both sides of my family. As the oldest, I made every effort to be a role model. Thanks to one of my aunts, my college experience was made somewhat easier. She invited me to live with her, rent-free, during those four years. I majored in pre-med, with a minor in graphic design, and developed a Web design business, another lucrative venture, and I managed websites for several small businesses, which allowed me to do well while in college, but I decided not to pursue it. I wanted to do more with my life. That’s when I realized my desire to become a doctor of chiropractic medicine, which would allow me to apply my intense interest in science and medicine in a way that would help others. I graduated, worked to gain experience in the field, and started my first chiropractic practice. A few years later, I had four clinics. I also did what most people do: Got married and started a family. Unfortunately, the marriage didn’t hold. The divorce led me into previously unexplored emotions. Rather than journal about this, I found myself inspired to write what I felt as fiction, and embellish the story. It quickly became a cathartic process, and I discovered story ideas ran like rivers through my mind.

Why science and medicine? Why do you think it took you so long before finally realising that writing was what you wanted to do as a profession?

Science fascinated me since elementary school, and I read as many scientific books as I could throughout my school years. Additionally, I played soccer and always had the desire to help others. I realized a good way to merge all three was through chiropractic care. The rest is history. I always had an interest in writing, and did write and publish professional articles and so forth. As I mentioned, after my divorce I felt a compelling nudge to write fiction as a form of therapy. Like many aspiring writers, it took the right moment and set of circumstances to kick-start that desire into action, which became a target I aimed at and hit. And as soon as I got started, I was hooked.

What gave you the idea for the Starks trilogy series? Were you originally planning to make this a series or did that gradually happen as you wrote?

The idea for When the Serpent Bites, which is book one of The Starks Trilogy, was triggered, in part, by my divorce experience, minus the prison aspect, of course. This led to questions like, why, what if, and what then? A story began to develop and flow through my imagination, so I got busy at my computer. As I did this, the characters began to come alive in my mind. It didn’t take long to realize I had more ideas for the characters and their evolutions, or devolutions, than should be fitted into one book. Interestingly, when I began my latest, what I thought would be a stand-alone novel, The Anatomy of Cheating, I found a character from the trilogy wanted a voice. Although this book is not designated as part of the trilogy, Starks and the prison found their way into this book in a small but significant way, which will have a measure of influence on the final trilogy book.

As a child, what was one chore you hated doing the most? What is one thing you miss most about your childhood?

I detested taking out the trash. It’s such a necessary and simple task, but like most young boys, I didn’t enjoy it. One thing I miss about childhood is playing outside with my friends. I loved the camaraderie and the sense that the day and our fun together was endless. Only the sun going down or dinnertime drove us inside, especially during summer.

Do you find yourself relating to your character Frederick Starks in any way? In what ways does he reflect you and your life?

Starks and I share a preference for life to be organized and orderly (easier to achieve goals and outcomes that way). We’re both disappointed when organization and order don’t always happen, but that’s life. We do what we need to and keep moving forward. We also appreciate earned success and the diligence and determination it takes to get desired results. We both have profound feelings for our loved ones, and we both share a love of life.

How do you usually do your research for your writing and how long does it take? Was there any book or scene that was particularly hard to write? Why?

The type and depth of research depends on scenes and or the plot. For example, while writing When the Serpent Bites, it was imperative to get the flavor, if you will, of prison life as accurate as possible. The research was achieved in a number of ways. I found a former inmate of a medium security prison who was willing to meet with me and answer a long list of questions I compiled about prison life, both the practical aspects (attained from online research and basic curiosity) and the emotional ones. I also researched prisons online for additional information (Starks goes to a maximum security prison), as well as visual images for descriptive/sensory purposes. For the trial scenes, I conferred with a couple of attorneys, to verify the accuracy of what I wrote, also based in part on research done online (proper court language, courtroom layouts, and physical space terminology, etc.). Additionally, I researched relevant crimes and penalties for Massachusetts, as that’s where the story takes place. Other research included native plants and trees for the specific area, neighborhoods that were a fit for someone like Starks (wealthy), roadways, and so forth. How long research takes always depends on what I’m looking for and how thorough I want to be. For example, it’s important to give readers a sense of place, but not overwhelm them with minute details (characters are supposed to drive the plot, but all details need to be accurate, logical, and believable). Place is a large part of the story in the trilogy, but is not the story; however, like a character, its personality needed to be revealed in some measure. It was affirming for me to hear from a reader who previously worked in that environment, say I got it right. Anytime a writer includes something in a story that s/he knows little or nothing about, research it. How much research is done, as I said, depends on how much depth and or detail is required. As for trilogy books or scenes particularly hard to write, I’m about to start the final book of the trilogy, so it’s a little early to comment fully about that. However, scenes that involve physical action, or scenes that I hope will evoke emotion in readers are given particular care. For the former, I strive to make every step of the scene logical and believable. For the latter, I strive to be so involved with the character that his or her emotions are conveyed (a classic case of show more, tell as little as possible). It was deeply satisfying when a reader let me know that she wept while reading a particular scene in book two of the trilogy, When the Dragon Roars. It meant my goal for that intense scene had been accomplished.

What is one of the craziest things you've ever done in school?

Although I’m not considered dull or boring by people who know me, neither would anyone call me a wild and crazy guy. Crazy has never been my practice. However, I did choose to go to a party the night before a final exam, rather than study. It was the first and last time I did that. See what I mean? Any craziness will have to happen through my characters, and I’m fine with that.

Do you read book reviews? How do you deal with good and bad ones?

I read every review for my books. First, anyone who takes the time to read what I’ve written then post a review has my deepest appreciation and deserves to have their investment in my writing respected by me. Second, although positive reviews regarding my efforts feel better than good, as well as let me know what’s working, negative reviews inform me of a few things. If I see a particular comment from a reader or similar comments from readers about a specific aspect, I give this serious consideration and focus on making improvements—if I agree with them. I add that part because the third thing about reviews is that no writer will ever please everyone. People like what they like. Reviews help me in a number of ways, including learning more about my audience, who they are and who they aren’t. It’s all good.

What are some habits or lifestyle changes that an author needs to make or break in order to become a better writer? Do you have any queer and funny habits that you can't seem to shake off?

Because we’re individuals, writers have to explore and determine what works best for them. My schedule is generally full because of my professional life, which means writing, as well as marketing my books, happens mostly at night and in spare time on weekends. My hours aren’t consistent from day to day, so there’s no such thing as saying that at seven o’clock every night, I must be writing (I may still be seeing patients). Writers have to know what works for them and go with it. Writers serious about their first or next book, will do what they can, when they can, to get the book written and revised, until it’s ready for readers. Doing something every day gets you to the finish line sooner than doing nothing. New writers also learn, or need to, that when an idea flashes into their mind, jot it down immediately, even if it’s just a better word to use. It’s also beneficial for writers to have a sense of where the story is to go. When I wrote When the Serpent Bites, I didn’t use a physical story outline—the story was pretty much developed in my mind, but I did for When the Dragon Roars. Outlines aren’t meant to be etched in stone, as some pantsers fear, but they do help a writer stay on track, as well as see where changes could ramp up the story. As for habits to become a better writer, I have nothing new to add to what common knowledge is about this: Writers need to read books in their genre, as well as in other genres that appeal to them. Pay attention to how the author crafted the story and characters—what kept you turning the pages. Also read books about writing that are published by respected authors and editors who know their stuff. Writing is an art, but when it works, it’s because of the craft. Writers must study the craft of writing. Then they have to practice what they learn, in order to hone their craft. Every time I start to write a new book, my aim is not only to tell what I hope is a good story, and tell it well, but to improve as a writer. As for funny or queer habits as a writer . . . none that I’m aware of. Whether those closest to me would agree or not is another matter.

What is one thing you hope that a reader can take away after they've read your books?

Again, because we’re individuals, it would be an imposition for me to decide what readers should take away. That could cause me to force the story and characters, or to practice author intrusion, or even worse—preach to readers. However, my hope is that the characters and story engage readers the way they hoped or desired to be engaged. If something about one or more characters and or the story stays with them after reading the last sentence, or they find themselves eager for more, that’s the best take-away I can wish for. If they get anything personally beneficial from my stories, that’s up to them. And if that happens, that’s also a positive outcome, but as a storyteller, cannot be my intention. An author picks a theme and develops it through the characters. If that’s achieved to readers’ satisfaction, it’s a good day’s work (make that months).

What is your favourite holiday and why? What were you doing when the clock struck midnight on January 1, 2000?

My favorite holiday has to be Thanksgiving. Although other celebrated holidays are spent with family and people I care about, this particular one is designated as a day of sharing, caring, and expressing gratitude. The spirit of the event is experienced by all. Midnight, January 1, 2000, was spent bringing in the new year with my brother. So many people were concerned about Y2K. We weren’t.

According to you, what does literary success look like?

Literary success, to me, means that readers feel their time and monetary investments in one or, hopefully, all of my books were more than worth it, and that they look forward to more books from me.

If you had the chance to have dinner with a famous celebrity/historical figure, who would you pick and why?

I’d choose Martin Luther King, Jr., to have dinner with—and I’d pick up the tab! It would be such a small gesture of gratitude for his seismic impact on race relations and the pivotal role he played in ending segregation. It’s because of his commitment, dedication, and integrity that I and others are able to strive for success and attain it. He paved the way for all who did not feel prejudice in their hearts, to live, work, and worship in harmony and unity. I’d probably spend the first ten minutes thanking him, stumbling over my words. Then I’d close my mouth so I could hear his resonate voice speak eloquently, words of wisdom and kindness once again.

What are some of your biggest fears when writing and publishing a book? Do you have any advice to give to first-time authors?

Regarding writing fears: Will I hold readers’ attention from the first sentence to the last—keep them turning pages or wanting to? Will I create a movie in their minds and avoid doing anything that pops them out of that movie? Regarding publishing fears: Will I get everything done on schedule? As for advice to first-time authors, I have a number of things to say. Feel very good about completing your first draft, but don’t assume or believe that your first draft is your final draft—it isn’t. Understand it may take a number of drafts to get to the final one. Write your first draft for you, revise (and revise it again) it for readers. Print and read each draft aloud—this process is more valuable than you may realize, if you aren’t practicing it already. Use beta readers for feedback. Use an editor you trust and feel comfortable working with—this is a part of the process you must not skip. Learn the types of services provided by editors so you know which service to use and when. For example, if you need developmental editing services, you don’t use a line editor or proofreader. Also, to repeat what I said earlier, read novels in your genre by other authors, as well as books that help you study and improve the writing craft. And, keep writing. Always strive to improve with each writing endeavor. Regarding publishing, learn what’s what about indie and traditional publishing so you know why and how to pursue the path best for you. Research marketing. There are do’s and don’t’s you need to know in order to make your efforts produce desired results. As the adage says, Work smarter, not harder.

What do you think of book promotions through social media? Has AllAuthor been helpful on this front? Would you recommend it to other authors?

Whether you’re an indie author or traditionally published, social media is a must. It’s vital that you offer an opportunity to form a relationship with readers and potential readers. Social media lets you do this in as many ways and formats as you can imagine. AllAuthor has been more than helpful in assisting me with social media marketing. I’d definitely recommend your services to other authors, and will.

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