Author Bio: I am a historical fiction author based in Glasgow, Scotland. The Children Of Midgard, an adventure set in the Viking era, is my first novel to be published by Abela Publishing. What inspires you to write? From a young age I was encouraged to read a wide variety of books, I grew up loving adventure novels, the idea of discovery and venturing into the unknown has always inspired me creatively. Tell us about your writing process. I do a vast amount of research before I start a … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – N.B. Dixon
Author Bio: "If you enjoy "Robin Hood and Game of Thrones" you will love my "Outlaw's Legacy Historical Series." I am Author, N.B. Dixon and I reside in Fleet, UK. My parents gave me books as soon as I was old enough to hold them. In spite of the fact that I was born blind, they didn’t see why I shouldn’t develop a love of literature. They read to me as much as possible, and when I grew older, they gave me audiobooks. Even today, audiobooks remain my chief way of enjoying a novel. I fell … [Read more...]
Pianist in a Bordello by Mike C. Erickson
Pianist in a Bordello by Mike C. Erickson Pianist in a Bordello What would happen if a politician decided to tell the truth—the whole truth? Richard Youngblood, aspiring Congressman, is about to find out. He’s running on a platform of honesty and transparency—and against the advice of his friends and advisers he’s decided to start with himself. His autobiography will lay his entire life bare before voters just days before the election. And what a life he’s had. Born in a commune and named … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Leanna Englert
Author Bio: In recent years I re-tooled my career from freelance writer and adjunct college instructor to novelist. After years of writing articles about health matters, manufacturing, and banking, I had to radically change my writing style to suit the novel I wanted to write. It's been a great journey. I live with my husband, Timothy, in Austin, Texas, where both of us are volunteer narrators for the Texas Talking Book Program. Inline skating and polymer clay are favorite activities, along … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Gabriella Kovac
Author Bio: I was born in Hungary, just after the Second World War had drawn to a close. I lived through the Hungarian uprising against the Communists in 1956, and remember vividly Russian tanks under our bedroom window. Through the genius of my mother Georgina.My family managed to leave the Communist block and come to Australia in 1957. I am an experienced public speaker, fashion designer and cook Through out my life I have been inspired by my mother's amazing tenacity on outsmarting the Nazis … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Ronald E. Yates
Author Bio: Ronald E. Yates is a former award-winning foreign correspondent for the Chicago Tribune and Professor Emeritus of Journalism at the University of Illinois where he was also the Dean of the College of Media. He is the author of the Finding Billy Battles trilogy the first in a series of novels. The Improbable Journeys of Billy Battles, published in May 2016, is the second book in the series. He is also the author of The Kikkoman Chronicles: A Global Company with A Japanese Soul, … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Dan Groat
Author Bio: The best way to tell you about me and my writing is to tell you what I believe. I believe in the uniqueness of each person and that, if given the equality of opportunity, the individual is the best architect of his own destiny. I believe that societal problems are best remedied by small groups, preferably starting with the family; that government should protect people without getting in the way of their lives; that Americans are not guaranteed happiness, but the right to pursue … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Jackie Minniti
Author Bio: Jackie Minniti was born and raised in the heart of New Jersey where she spent 25 years as a classroom teacher and was an education writer for the Courier Post. A fter retiring from teaching, she moved to Florida and turned to writing full-time. She is currently a columnist for The Island Reporter in St. Petersburg. Her first novel, "Project June Bug," the story of a young teacher’s efforts to help a student with ADHD, won several awards including Premier Book Awards “Book of the … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – David Chadwick
Author Bio: I am a British author whose debut novel Liberty Bazaar was published in May 2015 by Aurora Metro Books. It is a historical novel set in Liverpool during the American Civil War and is based on real events that happened in the city – and could have radically altered the course of the conflict. The novel was named by Kirkus Reviews as one of the 10 Best Historical Indie Novels of 2015 and been positively endorsed by Professor James M McPherson, author of the Pulitzer … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Scott Nagele
Author Bio: Scott Nagele grew up in the Mohawk Valley of New York State. He now lives in Michigan with his wife and three sons. Scott’s writing has been published in Berkeley Fiction Review and other literary journals. His novels are: Temp: Life in the Stagnant Lane, A Housefly in Autumn, and Wasted Moons. He is also author of the short story collection, A Smile Through a Tear. When he is not writing, he goes off to earn a living. Scott also blogs about his experiences as a writer and a … [Read more...]
