About Anne Marie Stoddard: Anne Marie used to work in radio, and it rocked! After studying Music Business at the University of Georgia, Anne Marie worked for several music venues, radio stations, and large festivals before trading in her backstage pass for a pen and paper (Okay, so she might have kept the pass...). Her debut novel, Murder at Castle Rock, was the winner of the 2012 AJC Decatur Book Festival & BookLogix Publishing Services, Inc. Writing Contest, and the 2013 Book Junkie's … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Anne Marie Stoddard
Interview with Author – Alaric Longward
About Alaric Longward: I am Alaric Longward, a dad, a husband, and a writer. I have studied history, religions, and myths all my life. I mainly create furious adventure stories within the historical fiction and fantasy genres, though I plan to try my hand in mystery, sci-fi and horror as well. I'll do that as soon as I find an alternative dimension, where time stands still. There is just never enough time to get it all done. The stories can be violent and where some writers like to make the … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Alaric Longward
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 – Eliot Parker
About Eliot Parker: Eliot Parker is the author of three novels: Breakdown at Clear River (nominated for a Weatherford Award in Outstanding Fiction), Making Arrangements (named a “Best Book of 2014” by USA Book News) and Fragile Brilliance. His short fiction has appeared in Speck Literary Journal, Apex Books, One Story Magazine, and others. He currently teaches writing and literature at Mountwest Community and Technical College in Huntington, West Virginia. What inspires you to write? I have … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Eliot Parker
Interview with Author – Shane Blackburn
About Shane Blackburn: My name is Shane Blackburn. I am a new author that just wrote,edited and published my first book. While I am an author I am also studying for the CPA exam as well. My goal is to be a CPA tax accountant as well as an independent author. I want to be an author because I enjoy creating stories that are dark, eerie and also unique that keeps my reads interested. I plan to write and publish more books in the future as well. What inspires you to write? Many things inspired … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Shane Blackburn
The Grass Sweeper God by Doug Howery
Sixteen-year-old Smiley Hanlon is a young woman trapped in a young man's body. In the 1950's Appalachia coal fields of Solitude, Virginia, Smiley is placed in the "Mentally Retarded Class" because he is effeminate and wears a blouse and saddle shoes to school. Smiley is backed by his best friend, Lee Moore who protects Smiley from a father and many townspeople who hate him. Smiley has dreams of becoming an entertainer. Raised by his aunt in a juke joint, as a child Smiley sings and dances on … [Read more...] about The Grass Sweeper God by Doug Howery
Interview with Author – Rob Kaufman
About Rob Kaufman: As a child, I was always fascinated by the stories recited by those around me and the words used to tell them. As I got older, my need to tell my own stories grew, as did my ability to share them in exciting and captivating ways. However, I wanted to share more than just stories. My primary desire was to create characters with whom people could relate, while at the same time bringing them through a journey from which most would crumble. I feel that my degree in … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Rob Kaufman
Interview with Author – Caroline Mitchell
About Caroline Mitchell: Originally from Ireland, Caroline lives with her husband, four children and two dogs in a pretty village on the coast of Essex. Five years ago Caroline and her family encountered real life paranormal activity in their home. Paranormal Intruder is her best selling true story. Caroline's new novel, Don't Turn Around has recently been published by Bookouture in a three book deal as part of her DC Jennifer Knight series. These edge of your seat crime thrillers are infused … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Caroline Mitchell
Interview with Author – Erica Lee Cooke
About Erica Lee Cooke: Erica Lee Cooke grew up in the little town of Bridgeport, TX. As the oldest sibling of six, she became a great storyteller and as her imagination grew, she began to put on plays with her brothers, sisters, and various cousins as cast members. With few quiet moments at home, she did not truly begin to discover her love of reading until school, but once she did, there was no stopping her. Soon, reading stories was not enough, so she started putting pen to paper and wrote … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Erica Lee Cooke
Interview with Author – Ben Goetz
About Ben Goetz: Ben Goetz is an Author from Southern California who writes high quality Thriller Novels. What inspires you to write? Real historical events are usually my catalyst. Then I mangle them up and make something new. Tell us about your writing process. I eat breakfast/lunch/dinner then I sleep for half an hour and then I get up and go. This makes me feel energized and I tend to get words on the page. I write and beginning, a middle and an end and then just go for … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Ben Goetz
Interview with Author – Eve Saxe Haven
About Eve Saxe Haven: At the time of writing this bio, I am a thirty-five year old mature student. I have recently made the decision to go back to university and study engineering. Seeing that financial support is unavailable to mature students with previous degrees, I have turned to writing during the holidays in order to cover tuition fees. I believe women belong in the world of engineering and hope to inspire others who may be looking for a challenging and rewarding career. What inspires … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Eve Saxe Haven
Interview with Author – Joannes Rhino
About Joannes Rhino: I was born in Jakarta, Indonesia in 1980. I was educated at the local state school until graduation in 1998 and continued to study in Hospitality University. I was then employed by a financial company in Jakarta, where I began to receive many awards related with customer satisfaction. Having been working the same routine for years, I started to write a novel to kill the time. Finally, my first novel “Etzhara” was published by the biggest traditional publisher in Indonesia … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Joannes Rhino
