Author Spotlight

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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Adrienne Wilder

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Adrienne Wilder

Welcome to my weekly Author Spotlight. I’ve asked a bunch of my author friends to answer a set of interview questions, and to share their latest work. Today, Adrienne Wilder – I am a writer of contemporary and speculative fiction and artist of all things monster. I live to create new worlds and the people in them. Thanks so much, Adrienne, for joining me! J. Scott Coatsworth: When did you know you wanted to write, and when did you discover that you were good at it? Adrienne Wilder: The moment I could hold a crayon. I can still remember my … Read more

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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Nathan Lowell

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Nathan Lowell

Welcome to my weekly Author Spotlight. I’ve asked a bunch of my author friends to answer a set of interview questions, and to share their latest work. Today, Nathan Lowell – Nathan Lowell has been a full-time self-published author since 2012. He currently holds the position of Chief Financial Officer for the Science-fiction and Fantasy Writers of America. Thanks so much, Nathan, for joining me! J. Scott Coatsworth: When did you know you wanted to write, and when did you discover that you were good at it? Nathan Lowell: I’ve always wanted to be a writer. I don’t know that … Read more

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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT/GIVEAWAY: Kim Fielding

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Kim Fielding

Welcome to my weekly Author Spotlight. I’ve asked a bunch of my author friends to answer a set of interview questions, and to share their latest work. Giveaway: Kim is giving away the first 2 books in the series, Love Can’t Conquer and Love Is Heartless. For a chance to win, comment below. Today, Kim Fielding – the bestselling, award-winning author of numerous m/m romance novels, novellas, and short stories. Like Kim herself, her work is eclectic, spanning genres such as contemporary, fantasy, paranormal, and historical. Thanks so much, Kim, for joining me! J. Scott Coatsworth: When did you know … Read more

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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Lyle Blake Smythers

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Lyle Blake Smythers

Welcome to my weekly Author Spotlight. I’ve asked a bunch of my author friends to answer a set of interview questions, and to share their latest work. Today, Lyle Blake Smythers – Lyle Blake Smythers is an actor, writer, and retired librarian in the Blue Ridge Mountains of southwest Virginia. Since 1976 he has performed in over 130 stage productions, including three appearances at the National Theatre. Thanks so much, Lyle, for joining me! J. Scott Coatsworth: When did you know you wanted to write, and when did you discover that you were good at it? Lyle Blake Smythers: I … Read more

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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: David Richards

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David Richards

Welcome to my weekly Author Spotlight. I’ve asked a bunch of my author friends to answer a set of interview questions, and to share their latest work. Today, David Richards – David Richards is a charismatic, mysterious gentleman in his late 20s with a zest for life and a yearning to sing. He lives in Manchester with his husband and two children, Rula and Jinkx. Thanks so much, David, for joining me! J. Scott Coatsworth: When did you know you wanted to write, and when did you discover that you were good at it? DR:  I have always wanted to … Read more

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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Ekpeki Oghenechovwe

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Ekpeki Oghenechovwe

Welcome to my weekly Author Spotlight. I’ve asked a bunch of my author friends to answer a set of interview questions, and to share their latest work. Today, Ekpeki Oghenechovwe – Ekpeki Oghenechovwe is a Nigerian writer and editor, who studied law at the University of Lagos, Nigeria. the Nommo Awards–hosted by the African Speculative Fiction Society, which recognizes works of speculative fiction by Africans–awarded him the Best Short Story Award for his short story “The Witching Hour.”  Thanks so much, Ekpeki, for joining me! JSC: When did you know you wanted to write, and when did you discover that you … Read more

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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT/GIVEAWAY: F.R. D’Angelo

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F.R. D'Angelo

Welcome to my weekly Author Spotlight. I’ve asked a bunch of my author friends to answer a set of interview questions, and to share their latest work. Giveaway FR is giving away an eBook copy of books one and two in the series – for a chance to win, comment below. Today, F.R. D’Angelo – Born in Birmingham, United Kingdom, I live in Northern Ireland. And I write fiction,I love to channel the characters who waltz into my mind and refuse to leave, until I write their story. Thanks so much, F.R., for joining me! J. Scott Coatsworth: When did … Read more

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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Alex Silver

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Alex Silver

Welcome to my weekly Author Spotlight. I’ve asked a bunch of my author friends to answer a set of interview questions, and to share their latest work. Today, Alex Silver – Alex Silver grew up mostly in Northern Maine and is now living in Canada with a spouse, two kids, and three birds. Thanks so much, Alex, for joining me! J. Scott Coatsworth: When did you know you wanted to write, and when did you discover that you were good at it? Alex Silver: I discovered writing as a kid. In middle-school I found my mom’s old typewriter in our … Read more

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AUTHR SPOTLIGHT: K.L. Noone

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K.L. Noone

Welcome to my weekly Author Spotlight. I’ve asked a bunch of my author friends to answer a set of interview questions, and to share their latest work. Today, K.L. Noone – K.L. Noone employs her academic research for writing romance, most often LGBTQ, frequently paranormal or historical. Thanks so much, K.L., for joining me! J. Scott Coatsworth: If you could sit down with one other writer, living or dead, who would you choose, and what would you ask them?  K.L. Noone: Sir Terry Pratchett, so that we could talk about folklore and identity and weird little bits of history and … Read more

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AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: David Dawson

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David C. Dawson

Welcome to my weekly Author Spotlight. I’ve asked a bunch of my author friends to answer a set of interview questions, and to share their latest work. Today, David C. Dawson – David C Dawson writes contemporary thrillers with gay heroes in love at their core. Thanks so much, David, for joining me! J. Scott Coatsworth: Are you a full-time or part-time writer? How does that affect your writing?  David C. Dawson: I became a full-time writer this year. It put all sorts of pressure on me to start with, especially as it came at a time when I had … Read more