About Felicia Johnson: Felicia Johnson is a bestselling author, speaker, and mental health advocate with over 10 years’ experience in the field. Felicia Johnson began writing when she was six years old. Writing has been her saving grace and she is an avid advocate of journaling. Using her own moving story of her survival from child abuse, homelessness as a teenager, and overcoming self-harm and depression, as well as her education in Psychology, Felicia raises awareness about mental health, … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Felicia Johnson
Interview with Author – Natalie Wright
About Natalie Wright: Natalie is the author of H.A.L.F., a young adult science fiction series, and The Akasha Chronicles, a young adult fantasy trilogy. She lives in the high desert of Tucson, Arizona with her husband, tween daughter, and two young cats. Natalie spends her time writing, reading, gaming, geeking out over nerd culture and cool science, hanging out on social media, and meeting readers and fans at festivals and comic cons throughout the western United States. She likes to walk in … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Natalie Wright
Interview with Author – Alan Spade
About Alan Spade: Alan Spade worked for eight years for the press, reviewing video games. In his youth, he acquainted himself with the classic French authors, while immersing himself in the works of H. P. Lovecraft, Isaac Asimov, J. R. R. Tolkien and Stephen King. That wide range of influences is reflected in his style, simultaneously approachable, visually evocative and imaginative. Alan likes to say that "a good book is like a good old pair of shoes: you feel at ease inside, … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Alan Spade
Interview with Author – Raymond M. Wong
About Raymond M. Wong: Raymond M. Wong earned the Eloise Klein Healy Scholarship and the MFA in Creative Writing at Antioch University Los Angeles. His writing has appeared in USA Today, U-T San Diego, Chicken Soup for the Soul, San Diego Family, Small Print Magazine, and Segue. His memoir, I'm Not Chinese: The Journey from Resentment to Reverence, was published in October 2014 by Apprentice House. He lives in San Diego with his wife, Quyen, and their children, Kevin and Kristie. What … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Raymond M. Wong
Interview with Author – Aurora Springer
About Aurora Springer: After a successful career in science, I have achieved a life-long ambition to publish novels. My works include science fiction and fantasy with romance and a sprinkle of humor. I was born in the UK and live in Atlanta with my husband, a dog and two cats to sit on my laptop. My hobbies, besides reading and writing, include outdoor activities like watching wildlife, hiking and canoeing. What inspires you to write? I enjoy imagining new worlds, aliens, and a variety of … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Aurora Springer
Interview with Author – Angela Roquet
About Angela Roquet: Urban fantasy author Angela Roquet is a great big weirdo. She collects Danger Girl comic books, owls, skulls, and random craft supplies. Her obsessions include the Wizard of Oz, over-sweetened coffee, and all things Joss Whedon. She's a fan of renewable energy, marriage equality, and religious tolerance. As long as whatever you're doing isn't hurting anyone, she's a fan of you, too. Angela lives in Missouri with her husband and son. When she's not swearing at the … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Angela Roquet
Interview with Author – Leila Gaskin
About Leila Gaskin: Born on a dark and stormy night on the other side of the world from Richmond, VA, Leila Gaskin began a life full of imaginative wanderings. Inspired by her journey, Leila takes inspiration from the places she’s lived. With her dog as her co-pilot and the cat as the navigator, she explores her world and tells her stories. What inspires you to write? Writing is like photography, I take inspiration from the world and look for those minute details that can make the world … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Leila Gaskin
Interview with Author – Matthew W. Grant
About Matthew W. Grant: Matthew W. Grant is the author of several screenplays and novels in various genres including the Slaters Falls series and the Northbridge series. Publishers Weekly declared Matthew's novel, Secrets Of Slaters Falls, "Tragicomic deliciousness!" noting that the "Bawdy, snappy humor catches spark right away." PW also noted the novel's balance between "Class-conscious dirty realism and the prurience of nighttime soap operas." Secrets Of Slaters Falls achieved … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Matthew W. Grant
Interview with Author – Sally Wiener Grotta
About Sally Wiener Grotta: Sally Wiener Grotta is a consummate storyteller, reflecting her deep humanism and appreciation for the poignancy of life. As an award-winning journalist, she has authored hundreds of articles, columns, essays and reviews for scores of glossy magazines, newspapers, journals and online publications. She has also co-authored numerous non-fiction books. Her fiction includes "Jo Joe," a Black Bear, Pennsylvania novel, and "The Winter Boy." A member of the American … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Sally Wiener Grotta
Interview with Author – Adam C. Veile
About Adam C. Veile: I was born in Jefferson City, Missouri to a family of all twins (a brother and two younger sisters). I've been told that I liked to write at a young age, but I don't remember that at all. I first remember really getting into writing during a creative writing class at Helias High School. After high school, I studied at Lindenwood University. I thought business was a more practical field than writing, but that only lasted for one boring class. Instead, I earned my degree in … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Adam C. Veile
Publish Your Book without Losing Your Shirt by Chris Allen
Writers Agree: This Book is Essential You've written a great book. Do you know how to get readers to buy it? Chris Allen uses years of book retail experience to give down-to-earth advice on choosing the best publisher, producing a book that bookstores will accept, and successfully selling your book to the public. Filled with step-by-step advice and real-life examples, this practical book will give you the guidance you need to make your self-publishing career a success, whether this is … [Read more...] about Publish Your Book without Losing Your Shirt by Chris Allen
Interview with Author – Andie M. Long
About Andie M. Long: Andie M. Long is a bonkers mother of one, who spends most of her time when not working as a Research Administrator/Medical Secretary on Facebook. She has a long suffering partner. Author of the erotic novel The Alphabet Game and drama/suspense Underneath, she has several published short stories and poems; including an upcoming release for Cracked Eye. Andie has a regular blog at wordbohemia.com, ‘The Emergence of the Invisible Writer.’ Andie will be signing at Orchard … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Andie M. Long
