What happens when vivid dreams turn into a novel — and the research behind it begins to mirror real world events?
In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, host Erin Nevius sits down with author and retired U.S. Navy officer Fred Oliver, whose debut novel Dormant Angels explores the idea that unseen forces may be shaping the direction of our world.
Inspired by powerful dreams and grounded in extensive research on geopolitics, religion, and global events, Dormant Angels blends fiction with thought-provoking questions about prophecy, faith, and the future of humanity.
Fred shares how his military background shaped his discipline as a writer, how personal tragedy and caregiving influenced his creative journey, and why his novel ultimately carries a message of unity between the world’s major faiths.
In this conversation, we discuss:
• How dreams inspired the concept behind Dormant Angels
• The research process behind faith-based and geopolitical thrillers
• The influence of authors like Dan Brown
• Writing as therapy during difficult life moments
• The intersection of faith, prophecy, and current world events
• Fred’s upcoming investigative novel Two Poisons
If you enjoy mystery thrillers, faith-based fiction, conspiracy stories, and the creative journeys of authors, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.
📚 Dormant Angels and Fred’s other books are available on Amazon, and you can connect with him on Facebook.
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