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Insight into author Dirk Eichhorst’s creative process

Dirk Eichhorst reveals secrets to writing “The Tempest In Glass” in a probing video interview with Rosie del Valle of Eagle Creative.

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“Tempest” – 2nd Edition Promotional Videos

“DID YOU KNOW” video 1 June 24, 2024

Dirk Eichhorst announces the release of the 2nd edition of his debut novel “THE TEMPEST IN GLASS” through Barnes & Noble, and the soon-coming 11-part author interview with Rosie del Valle of Eagle Creative.

“DID YOU KNOW” video 2 June 27, 2024

Writer Dirk Eichhorst reveals his trepidation writing his debut novel, and describes a mysterious location used in the book called “Teotihuacan”.

“DID YOU KNOW” video 3 July 5, 2024

Writer Dirk Eichhorst discusses how the documentary “Beyond Our Differences” influenced his debut novel, and introduces four mystical and historical figures from the afterlife who play prominently as supporting characters in the story.

“DID YOU KNOW” video 4 July 9, 2024

Writer Dirk Eichhorst shares why he wrote “The Tempest In Glass”, his dislike of SM, and details about the US Intelligence Community that motivated him to include these themes in the book.

Behind-The-Scenes photos of the interview

  • Rosie and Dirk discuss the research that went into writing “The Tempest In Glass”.
  • Larry Evey of West Coast Media, Inc. behind the camera.
  • First use of Larry’s new Hi-Hat (very short) tripod.
  • Inspirational novels and some of Dirk’s research notes.
  • Dirk points to Jeremiah 33:3 in a facsimile of the Geneva Bible of 1560: “Call to me and I will answer you, and show you great and unsearchable things you do not know.”
  • Another view of research notes.
  • Dirk’s readers.
  • Props from Dirk’s Indiana Jones collection. The 1984 film “Temple of Doom” heavily influenced Dirk’s telling of the story in “Tempest”.
  • Olivia of Olivia Ogden Photo snaps a shot of the Geneva Bible of 1560.
  • Larry Evey behind the camera, doing what he does best.
  • Walk-N-Talk in downtown Rockford, Michigan.
  • Mic adjustment.
  • In the model shop for a quick scene.
  • The details of model-building and painting hold lessons for the novelist.
  • 1967 Shelby GT-350.
  • Outside for the car scenes, where Dirk & Rosie discuss the development of some of the novel’s character relationships.
  • Stand-by… and “Action!”
  • Olivia and Larry capture stills and video.
  • Diving into Dirk’s Mustang.
  • Ready to roll.
  • Olivia’s idea for this still shot.
  • WN Holistic Shop served as a primary location where the commonalities in different faiths come together.
  • White Lotus candle symbolizing the unfolding of energies, and a Christian figurine with Aztec influence.
  • Larry preps for a shot.
  • Frankincense representing humanity’s prayers rising to God.
  • Getting ready for the main interview.
  • Another view of the set.
  • Olivia helps Larry set up black plastic to block sunlight from windows.
  • End of the filming day! Call time was 9:30am; the shoot wrapped at 4:57pm, 3 minutes ahead of schedule. An excellent day.

The Tempest In Glass novel by author Dirk Eichhorst is an adventurous mystery-thriller with an edge of supernatural fantasy. The Tempest In Glass earned excellent reviews and high praise from readers. The Tempest In Glass is available in print and eBook from Barnes & Noble. The Tempest In Glass audio book will be available in late 2026. A new action-thriller book series called ZURI JADE KING by author Dirk Eichhorst is in the works and will be available from Barnes and Noble.