Interview with Brian Holden, Author of The Ministry

What’s the story behind the story? What inspired you to write The Ministry (Emergent Minds Series Book 2)?

I was trying to create a positive vision for a post-singularity world where sentient AIs and humanity cooperate.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of The Ministry (Emergent Minds Series Book 2), what would they be?

For Adrian, it has to be “Come Away With Me” by Norah Jones because he is so emotional. For Rachel, it would have to be “Magical” by Ed Sheeran because she is so incredible.

What’s your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

Science Fiction!

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Agency by William Gibson (Jackpot book 2) and Tiamat’s Wrath by James S.A. Corey (The Expanse book 8).

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

The epic CNN debate between Rachel and Judith was the most fun to write. It was a blast coming up with the haymakers that they hurl at each other.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

Our little maltipoo is often on a recliner next to my desk, and we talk to each other.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

Always keep learning!

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

The story of what happens after the singularity is still to be written, and we still may have a hand in its writing.

Brian Holden is the author of the new book The Ministry (Emergent Minds Series Book 2)

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