A Glimmer in the Dark is a poetry collection documenting the heartbreaking and transformative journey of Afghan refugee Samman Akbarzada. Akbarzada interweaves a powerful tapestry of prose reflecting on her war-torn homeland of Afghanistan and the suffering and resiliance of those living on the margins of yet another immense human tragedy. "A Glimmer In The Dark" is ultimately about the perseverance and strength survivors find through deep familial bonds and the compassionate assistance of … [Read more...] about A Glimmer in the Dark by Samman Akbarzada
Interview with Author – Athene Z. Adam
About Athene Z. Adam: Athene self-published her debut novel, Imperious Realm. By day, Athene works in the corporate world. By night and on weekends, she's tinkering around with new ideas for her writing projects. When she's not writing, Athene is baking confections for her friends and family, and obsessing over comic book, action, and fantasy/science fiction movies. What inspires you to write? I've always had this creative energy that I needed to get out. I've tried … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Athene Z. Adam
Interview with Author – Olivia Nicol
About Olivia Nicol: I am a self published author and poet. i am happily married and a stay at home mother. In my free time I enjoy watching professional wrestling as well as writing short stories, poetry and fanfiction. What inspires you to write? a great many things. Currently my favorite wrestler inspired me to write my current book. Usually I am inspired by my husband, music, dreams, or even things I see on tv. What authors do you read when you aren't writing? my favorite authors: … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Olivia Nicol
Interview with Author – Bev Spicer
About Bev Spicer: I started writing stories when I was a child, reading them to my sisters, who were generally quite demanding, wanting to know what happened next. They didn't like the idea of a cliffhanger! At school I soon realised that I wanted to specialise in literature and languages, which I went on to study at Keele university. Following that, I gained a PGCE at Queens' College Cambridge and took up teaching posts in Greece, Seychelles and finally at Anglia Ruskin University in … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Bev Spicer
Interview with Author – Rue
About Rue: Rue graduated from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, with a degree in Journalism. Her intimate knowledge of the Midwestern United States, the inordinate amount of time she spent in its churches' pews and her unique parentage make her an expert on life after religion. Having moved 17 times by the time she graduated from high school Rue has seen more than her share of the Great Plains. She never stayed in one place long enough to make lasting human friends. Her best friends … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Rue
