About May Garner: May Garner is a poet and author based out of Dayton, Ohio. She has been dedicated to crafting and sharing her work online for over a decade. She is the author of two poetry collections, Withered Rising and Melancholic Muse. Her work has also appeared in Querencia Press, Cozy Ink Press, Arcana Poetry Press, and the Ohio Bards. Find her work on Instagram (@crimson.hands). What inspires you to write? Writing has been a special part of my life for a long time now. I’ve always … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – May Garner
Interview with Author – Troy Ford
About Troy Ford: Troy Ford is an author and editor, and the publisher of two popular newsletters: the writing-focused Ford Knows Books, and Qstack, an LGBTQIA+ Directory, Platform, and Community of newsletter writers and readers. As a creator and advocate, his mission is to give voice to queer people and issues by promoting their visibility through media projects and collaborations, and through his own fiction and essays. Troy's short film "Unsung: Queer Portraits of Authenticity … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Troy Ford
Interview with Author – Rachel M. Yoldi
About Rachel M. Yoldi: Rachel M. Yoldi is an Arizona-based author with a lifelong passion for storytelling. Since childhood, she has dreamed of becoming an author, and that dream has now come to life with the release of her debut novel, Lady Nightmare. This dark fantasy marks the first installment in her epic series, War of the Old Gods. When she's not crafting intricate worlds and characters, Rachel enjoys life with her husband, Gabriel, and their two cats, Steel and Freya. Her writing … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Rachel M. Yoldi
Interview with Author – Nancy Christie
About Nancy Christie: Nancy Christie is the award-winning author of three Midlife Moxie novels, Reinventing Rita, Finding Fran and Moving Maggie, and four short story collections: The Language of Love and Other Stories, Mistletoe Magic and Other Holiday Tales, Traveling Left of Center and Other Stories and Peripheral Visions and Other Stories. Her nonfiction books include two books for writers and an essay collection. The host of the Living the Writing Life podcast and the founder of the … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Nancy Christie
Interview with Author – Kayla Gerdes
About Kayla Gerdes: Hi, My name is Kayla Gerdes, Mother, Small Business Owner, Esthetician, Published Author, Chaos Wrangler, and Storyteller of the gritty, the steamy, and hopefully unforgettable. I live in New Orleans, Louisiana, where the heat isn't just in the weather, it's in my books too. I write across genres, from dark romance and twisty thrillers to empowering children's books filled with imagination and heart. My stories are raw, emotional, and often inspired by … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Kayla Gerdes
Interview with Author – Alex Masih
About Alex Masih: Alex Masih is a short story writer and novelist. He's an Indian fiction writer who also writes under his real name, Amin Masih. Actually, Alex Masih is a pen name of Amin Masih, who has written dozens of short stories and hundreds of poems so far. As Amin Masih, he wrote his first book in May 2018, and as Alex Masih, he wrote his first book titled "Game Over" in June 2025. What inspires you to write? When I read a book or watch a movie, I feel that I, too, … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Alex Masih
Interview with Author – Melissa Widmaier
About Melissa Widmaier: Melissa is an award-winning author on the spectrum who likes to mix a little ink with her magic. Her books focus on the familial bond and exploring the natural world. When not manipulating words, she can be found camping with a camera in hand, getting lost among things green and growing. She lives in Arizona with her husband, three boys, a few ancient cats, and a rambunctious corgi. What inspires you to write? I find magic and mystery in all I see and in my life … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Melissa Widmaier
Interview with Author – Jack Selvaggio
About Jack Selvaggio: When I started writing, I jumped into it blindly. My first creative passion was martial arts which was a big part of my life. After having to part ways with a path in MMA due to an injury, I looked for something to fill that void. Writing was something I was always pretty good at, no joke probably saved me from getting bad grades in school. Ultimately I took the chance to create something people could enjoy through writing. I was able to fuse my martial arts experience to … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Jack Selvaggio
Interview with Author – Elisa Hawa
About Elisa Hawa: I'm a writer from Canada. Toronto is where I was born and raised. I am a mother and a wife. During my early school years, I participated in a variety of sports and activities. I was a five-pin pro bowler in high school. I took home metals and awards for my achievements. I love anime, romance, fantasy, and the paranormal. I have recently released my first book, "My Fate, My Heart You See." It was based on a dream I had in my early twenties that stayed … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Elisa Hawa
Interview with Author – Dudu Zimba
About Dudu Zimba: I’m a South African author with a deep fascination for the darker, more intricate sides of human nature. My writing focuses on crime thrillers, where I explore themes of morality, justice, and the unseen forces that drive our decisions. I love crafting suspenseful, fast-paced stories that not only keep readers hooked but also challenge them to think about the complexities of the human condition. So far, I’ve published two novels, each of which has helped me grow as a … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Dudu Zimba
Interview with Author – Joan De La Haye
About Joan De La Haye: Hi! I'm Joan De La Haye. I'm a South African, caffeine-fuelled author of dark and twisted fiction. I write thrillers, horror and dark fantasy. I live in South Africa’s capital city, Pretoria, where most of my books are set with my two cats – Midnight and Mogwai. What inspires you to write? I struggle to narrow down exactly what inspires me to write. There are times when I feel a bit like a sponge sucking in story seeds from everywhere and everything. … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Joan De La Haye
Interview with Author – Hanna Perlstein Marcus
About Hanna Perlstein Marcus: I have come to my literary adventures rather late in life, following a long career as a licensed clinical social worker in Connecticut. My educational background is in psychology and counseling at the University of Massachusetts and University of Connecticut. I have had the idea for a memoir in my thoughts for many years, always thwarted by career and family obligations. I finally turned to writing my true stories after completing my social work career and I have … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Hanna Perlstein Marcus
