About Debbie De Louise: I'm a reference librarian at a public library on Long Island and have been involved with books and writing for over 30 years. I received the Lawrence C. Lobaugh, jr. Memorial Award in Journalism for my work on the Long Island University/C. W. Post student newspaper as a Features writer and, more recently, the Glamour Puss Award from Hartz Corporation for my article on grooming that appeared on Catster.com. I've published a short mystery in the Cat Crimes Through Time … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Debbie De Louise
Interview with Author – Olivia Folmar Ard
About Olivia Folmar Ard: Olivia began writing creatively at eight years old. During middle and high school, she attended several writing conferences and submitted poems and short stories to various writing contests. She finished her first long work of fiction, a novella entitled Heaven’s Song, in the tenth grade. Her short story “By Its Cover” placed first in its division in the 2008 District III Alabama Penman Creative Writing Contest. She took a reprieve from writing during her years at the … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Olivia Folmar Ard
Interview with Author – Mary Elizabeth Fricke
About Mary Elizabeth Fricke: I am a farm girl, farmer's wife, mother and grandmother who has kept herself organized through writing (lists, journals, thoughts, stories, article, etc.) throughout my life. This is my 'formal' bio: I have lived my entire life within five miles of the Missouri River. My husband and I have lived thirty-two years of our thirty-five year marriage on a farm that has been consistently owned and operated by his family for five generations. We have two grown sons who … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Mary Elizabeth Fricke
Interview with Author – Kalisha Buckhanon
About Kalisha Buckhanon: Kalisha Buckhanon's novels are Solemn, Conception and Upstate. Her short stories are widely published in many online and university print literary journals. Her articles and essays appear on several popular women’s blogs and cultural websites. Her writing awards include an American Library Association ALEX Award, Friends of American Writers Award, Illinois Arts Council Fellowship, and Terry McMillan Young Author Award. Kalisha’s work has received attention in major … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Kalisha Buckhanon
Interview with Author – Jane Stadermann
About Jane Stadermann: I write books for kids and adults. I also illustrate. :) What inspires you to write? For my novels...the idea of being whipped into another life inspires me to write about that other life. For picture books...other picture books inspire me to write. Images basically rule my world. Tell us about your writing process. Seat-of-my-pants writer and drawer always. I am an impatient sort. What advice would you give other writers? Believe in yourself. How did you … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Jane Stadermann
Interview with Author – D. C. Donahue
About D. C. Donahue: I spent most of my grade school days in SW Philadelphia during the wonder years. We moved to its western suburbs just prior to H.S. where I met and married my wife, Nancy. We raised four children and currently have seven grandchildren who were the inspiration behind writing...'A Glimpse from Christmas Past" So follow your dreams! I attended Catholic grade school (Most Blessed Sacrament through mid 7th grade graduating from St. Andrews in Drexel Hill, Pa). I graduated … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – D. C. Donahue
Interview with Author – Elisha Neubauer
About Elisha Neubauer: The founder of European Geeks Publishing, Eleventh Hour Literary Press, and a self-proclaimed nerd – Elisha is obsessed with faeries, witches, science fiction, the paranormal, and all things Buffy the Vampire Slayer & Doctor Who. Spending over a decade managing high volume businesses for others, Elisha decided to take a step back and focus on her own passions; leading her to open European Geeks Publishing and Eleventh Hour Literary Press. Elisha is an editor, … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Elisha Neubauer
Nicu – The Littlest Vampire in ‘Fangless’ by Elias Zapple
In a spooky house deep in the mountains of Transylvania lives Nicu, a fangless vampire. Yes, that's right, fangless! Teased by his friends, taunted by his big brother and almost disowned by his parents, Nicu will do anything he can to get his fangs and beat the bullies. Targeted Age Group:: 8+ What Inspired You to Write Your Book? As I was out one night in my cabbage patch launching cabbages at my neighbour, Dieter I caught sight of a bat which made me wonder about them, vampires and … [Read more...] about Nicu – The Littlest Vampire in ‘Fangless’ by Elias Zapple
Duke & Michel: The King Tingaling Painting by Elias Zapple
Duke & Michel must rescue Michel’s family and Duke’s Premium Nibbles from the villainous Master but end up becoming pawns in a battle between the Master and King Tingaling, who is still royally riled over a portrait of him in a compromising position with a pineapple, a wad of cash and his favourite pig - Buttercup. Targeted Age Group:: 9+ What Inspired You to Write Your Book? This is the sequel to Duke & Michel: The Mysterious Corridor and, just like Star Wars, there were more … [Read more...] about Duke & Michel: The King Tingaling Painting by Elias Zapple
Interview with Author – Kate Porter
About Kate Porter: Kate Porter has had one true passion, even as a young girl: writing. Poetry and short stories were her pleasure and her escape while growing up on a small farm approximately fifty miles south of Indianapolis. From her first short story printed in her high school newspaper at the age of fifteen, until the publication of her debut novel, SECRETS IN BETHLEHEM, in the summer of 2012 she has dreamed of being an author. As a two time winner of the Indie Book of the Day award, as … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Kate Porter
Interview with Author – David Balzarini
About David Balzarini: I have a wife and three kids and I love living in suburbia Phoenix. I work in investments during the day/week and have the chance to write at night and on the weekends. Family is important to me, as is my faith and the legacy I leave behind. What inspires you to write? I've always been a story junkie. Movies, books, even television. I love a good story and I like understanding characters and why they make the choices they do. For me, great entertainment leaves the … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – David Balzarini
Interview with Author – Jacqui Penn
About Jacqui Penn: About Jacqui Jacqui’s life took an unlikely turn from teaching, when her husband accepted a job in Mauritius. They lived in a bungalow on the beach at the Southern end of the island which was virtually untouched by tourism. After organising a Christmas party in the back garden, for one hundred and fifty local children, Jacqui was left with a wonderful feeling of creativeness and felt inspired to write her first novel. What else was there to do on a beach in Mauritius once … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Jacqui Penn