Ghostwriting Secrets: My Steven Seagal Business Deal

In this episode of Helping the Brave, host Ed Parcaut sits down with Tom Hruby, Navy SEAL, Division 1 Big Ten football player, MMA fighter, and instructor, along with co-author James Pomerantz, an experienced novelist and martial arts black belt. Together, they share the incredible journey that led to their collaborative novel, The Breachers Playbook.

Tom Hruby opens up about his decision to join the Navy and take on the challenge of becoming a SEAL in the aftermath of 9/11. He talks about his transition to civilian life—balancing family responsibilities while joining the Northwestern football team at age 32—and how these life experiences inspired the character Declan Novak in their book.

James Pomerantz shares his writing background, including his ties to the bar business and Northwestern athletics, and discusses how their unique collaboration process shaped the novel, blending tape-recorded interviews and real-life stories into thrilling fiction.

Discover how these two veterans and athletes teamed up to create a compelling story that combines military grit, athletic drive, and raw authenticity. Learn about their approach to writing, marketing, and the challenges of publishing in today’s social media-driven landscape. Plus, they drop hints about their upcoming projects and how to get a signed copy of their book!

Get your copy of The Breachers Playbook:
Amazon
Tactical16.com
TomHrubySeal.com
JamesPomerantzWriter.com

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