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marcoujor: Introducing Author, Rolly A. Chabot

8/23/2017

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If you had a chance to check out this month’s Inspiration Station called Summertime Inspirations, you were introduced to the work of author, Rolly A. Chabot.  

I’m so pleased that Rolly has taken some time to sit for an interview. We instantly clicked over many similarities, one of which is a mutual love of our dogs.

I mourned with Rolly when he lost his beloved Quigley in the Spring. Now I'm celebrating with him as he welcomes the adorable Angel into his home.

Hoping you will enjoy getting to know Rolly as much as I have been via the interview below.

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Author, Rolly A. Chabot of Fireside with Rolly.
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​Angel, Rolly's newly adopted K9

Maria: Please describe yourself to someone who is meeting you for the first time, Rolly...

Rolly: First I would like to thank you for inviting me to share a little of myself. It is always a pleasure being associated with such talented people such as you Maria and your readers.

A recent personality test pegged me as being an INFJ. (✥For those not familiar with the Myers - Briggs Type Indicator, this stands for ‘Introvert, iNtuitive, Feeling, Judgment’).

Apparently I belong to a relatively obscure group in the grand scheme of things. Ranked in the 1-2% of the population. I would have to say I lean more into being an introvert. I can spend long periods of time alone and be comfortable. On the flip side I can adapt well in a crowd. I can be engaging when called upon to do a task. But I do need my alone time to recharge and debrief so to speak.
As you know Maria, I spent a great deal of time alone with my rescue dog living in the wilderness of the Yukon here in Canada--250 miles from the closest human would be considered isolated. A friend with a helicopter would hire me for a few hours working as a spotter flying in close proximity to microwave towers. Wes would land at my cabin. We would lash the canoe and gear to its pontoons. After a few hours work he would drop me into any location I chose. The thumping sound of the chopper’s rotors would be the last sound I would hear as he was leaving. We would have a prescribed period of time and he would come back out and pick me up.

A man comes to know himself very quickly in such a remote location. It was an experience I would enjoy several times each summer.​​

Maria:When / how / why did you start your writing journey?

Rolly: It was suggested I should write a book of some of my experiences. My journey has been a colourful one in many ways. Addictions of all sorts plagued me throughout my young adult life. Alcohol, prescription and near any kind of street drug had been a part of my past.

One book led to another, then another. The first series I wrote on my life became 7 books. Many people invested in me and they became an integral part of who I have become. I called the series Quiet Reflections.

Once I completed them I changed genre into what I would call Christian/Fiction. I became a Christian much later in life in the year 2000. I was ordained as a Pastor in 2007. Much of my life had been without faith. I write of real life situations and sprinkle Christianity throughout what I write. I believe I have found a way to write and not be judged as being religious. I have since written 19 more full-length novels and have another six awaiting my editor, whom I keep very busy.​

Maria: Your Book Shoppe is impressive. Is there a book / series you'd recommend to someone just meeting you?

Rolly: That is a hard question as there are a few. I think I am rather partial to the Arctic Island Mist series. It takes the Main character Todd, once a very successful airline owner who loses everything in life and starts the long slow recovery. The setting is in the unforgiving northern Arctic. It is a testament of the long slow journey in harsh conditions.

The story is of a personal struggle many face in today’s society. Life is great until your world comes crashing down all around you. How you handle the challenges will determine the outcome.​

Maria: Describe your muse. How do find inspiration for your writing?

Rolly: My muse can be anything. I think it is mainly the people whom have come and gone in my life. Those who have planted seeds of wisdom into my life and in return my desire to do the same for others. Often they are the characters in my books; of course I have changed their names.

For years I had maintained journals of all of my ventures from that isolation to travel the full 1200-mile length of the Great McKenzie River that runs through two northern Territories and one Province. When possible I would attempt the same trail of the Goldrush of 1898 from Skagway Alaska to Dawson City in the Yukon. It was a gruelling journey but the rewards were many.

Sadly all of my journals and photos were stolen from me so all I write about has come from memory and they are precious. It is from those adventures I often write from. I have been very blessed to have them recorded in detail through my writing.​

Maria: How can my readers check out more of your work?

Rolly: Through my website of course, Fireside with Rolly, as well through my author’s page on Amazon. I’m also fairly active on Facebook. For a few years, I wrote for HubPages, too, where a few hundred of my articles are published.

​Maria: What project(s) are you working on these days?

Rolly: I have a few novels I have been developing. These are destined to be single novels rather than a series.

I am also starting to learn SEO and all the tricks of promoting my work. I think most Indie writers will agree marketing and selling yourself in today’s marketplace requires a fine balance as there are many writers out there who are great.​

​Maria: What wisdom can you impart to us fellow writers?

Rolly: If I had any advice it would be believe in yourself and your capabilities. I often think most people limit themselves in how they portray their skills. I adopted a saying years ago, “Limits exist only in your mind.” They are what we have been taught to believe and often they will hold you back.

The next piece of advice I would pass along to people is, “Write from the heart.” If it is important for you then it will be important for others.

If the reader can connect with the writer, understand him/her they are more likely to come into a relationship with you. I know that is a difficult concept for some forms of writing such as technical writing. As you grow your audience, you will slowly brand yourself… No matter, write from the heart and your passions.​

Thank you for allowing us to get to know the man behind his writing, Rolly.
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I’m looking forward to savoring your entire reading list and hope my readers will be inclined to check you out as well.

​ShoutOuts

☙ What is the purpose of Art? Via Martie’s Foyer
☙ Okay...This is MY last straw! Via WarnerWords
☙ FarmaCOPEia: Autism & Horse Sense via flashPress

Until next week, sending you all hugs and smiles,

mar
24 Comments
Vicki link
8/23/2017 08:07:10 am

Dear Maria and Rolly,

Thanks so much for this interesting interview. It really helps to get a much more in-depth view of Rolly, and what makes him 'tick'. Wow, you've done some impressive adventuring things, Rolly! No wonder you've become such a prolific writer, and such an empathic person.

I agree with you about believing in yourself. You're a great example, as is my beautiful Mareer!

Love and hugs to you both!
Vicki

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Maria link
8/24/2017 06:12:56 am

Dear Vicki,

Thanks for your supportive words to both Rolly and me. It's always lovely when you stop by.

Love and hugs to you, mareer

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Rolly A. Chabot link
8/24/2017 10:00:20 am

Hi Vicki...
Thank you for the kind words and yes has been interesting. When I think of those days carrying a 60 pound pack, rifle and canoe over my shoulders I know it would near kill me today.

Hugs from Alberta

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Alicia J Phillips
8/23/2017 08:22:33 am

Rolly, I believe Angel is going to be very content in your home. She looks precious. What an adventurous and overcoming life you have lived. Maria, great work as always you continue to invest in others lives.

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Maria link
8/24/2017 06:15:02 am

I agree with you about Angel, dear nee.

Both you and your comments are much appreciated.



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Rolly A. Chabot link
8/24/2017 10:02:53 am

Hi Angelia...
Thank you for the words of encouragement. It has been a slice as they say i the fast lane. Of course Maria is a special lady and I thank her for the opportunity.

Hugs from Canada

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Rolly A. Chabot link
8/24/2017 10:08:04 am

Hi Alicia
I do have to agree with you on the subject of Maria, she is an inspiration to us all, definitely a teacher with the gift of encouragement.
Angel is a real gem to have around. I may promote her to Quigley's old position as my editor...lol... she has taken up residence here now and not wanting to move on. She is a real keeper.

Hugs from Alberta

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Mike
8/23/2017 09:35:42 am

Hello mar - Your interviews always bring out the best in people. You are a natural. Thanks for the introduction to Rolly.

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Maria link
8/24/2017 06:16:27 am

Thanks, Mike - very kind of you to say.

It's a pleasure to introduce Rolly to you.

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Rolly A. Chabot link
8/24/2017 10:10:09 am

Hi Mike...
Thank you for stopping and saying hello... could not agree with you more about Mar... excellent writer with a heart for people...

Hugs from Canada

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Peggy Woods link
8/23/2017 03:25:58 pm

Thanks for interviewing Rolly A.Chabot for us Maria. It is nice to know more about him. Many of us seem to have first connected via HubPages. That is where I knew him prior to reading this. Will be checking out his website.

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Maria link
8/24/2017 06:17:39 am

Wonderful, dear Peggy - I think you'll love Rolly's website as much as I do.

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Rolly A. Chabot link
8/24/2017 10:13:14 am

Hi Peggy...
Thank you for your gracious comment and you are right, many here are from the past. It is so great to have a new gathering place.
Great to have you slip into my new landing spot... look forward to having you join.

Hugs from Canada

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Martie link
8/23/2017 04:56:15 pm

Hi Maria and Roley

Meeting Roley is one of the highlights in my online world. It is such a pleasure knowing him through his writings. So far I have read only one of his novels, and I loved it. His writing style and descriptions delighted me. I look forward to read more of his work. I also envy his prolificness.

Thanks for this remarkable interview, Maria and Roley!

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Maria link
8/24/2017 07:33:52 am

I feel the same way about our Rolly, dear Martie.

Thanks for your beautiful friendship and words.

Good luck today at the DMV. Love, mar

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Sageleaf link
8/23/2017 07:09:23 pm

Loved reading this interview! You both have become some of my favoritest people ever and it's so fun to see you both working together here. :)
Rolly's story is so interesting.I've told him he should write some books! Hehe...apparently, he's taken my advice and written TONS! Haha...except he'd ALREADY written them. :D

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Maria link
8/24/2017 07:36:37 am

Dear Cynthia,
You are sweet, funny and wonderfully supportive.
I'm looking forward to featuring you and your talents soon.
Love and hugs, Maria

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Rich Rumple link
8/23/2017 11:14:17 pm

Great interview with one I'm very familiar with from our days together at Hubpages. Rolly's writing was always a fav of mine. His class shows not only as a human being but in his writing as well. Great interview of a great person and writer by another great person!

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Maria link
8/24/2017 07:38:49 am

Thanks, dear Rich.

I'm sure Rolly appreciates this feedback as much as I do.

Love ya, Sis

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William Holland link
8/24/2017 09:51:00 am

An interview by one of my favorite people with one of my favorite people....there are no losers in this wonderful blog posting...only love.

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Maria link
8/25/2017 07:45:03 am

Aw thanks, Bill - love you too and thanks for stopping by!

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Sannel Larson link
8/24/2017 01:10:09 pm

Dear Maria,

Thank you for a wonderful read! Loved reading this inspiring interview of Rolly and to know more about him. It's been a great delight to have followed this amazing writer and friend throughout the years. He sure has lived an exciting and adventurous life and it's been great to have read some of his adventures. Some with his handsome dawg, Quigley. Quigley were blessed with the best, most loving home any pup could ever wish for. Angel is a beauty and I'm sure she will do a swell job as Rolly's new editor. :)

My love to you both!

Hugs from Sweden

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Angelia Phillips link
8/24/2017 02:46:23 pm

Prof. Mahreer & Rolly,

Loved this introduction and so happy to see Rolly thriving in his new digs!

It's also good to see the newest member of the Chabot family represented. I'm sure Angel will be totally happy and like her predecessor, the beautiful Quigley, will give as much love as she gets.

Rolly's environment has all the makings of things needed to produce awesome stories. :)


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Maria link
8/25/2017 07:51:31 am

Sannel, Thanks for your supportive words about Rolly. Like you, I really enjoyed getting to know him better. I knew you would love Angel as much as I do.

Angelia, Thanks for your visit as well and your support to all of us in Weeblyhood.

Love you both, mar

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