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08/02/2026 Jack Head **Historical Fiction** Volunteers helping others put their families’ lives at risk in The Wheel, a book on those who risked it all for the lives of others. Author Jack Head has combined his passion for genealogy with his decades-long study of the involvement of everyday people who opened their homes and hearts … Read more

07/22/2026 Lori Joan Swick **Genre:** Historical Fiction With a Ph.D. in Religion and Philosophy and a concentration in Women’s Spirituality, Lori’s passion is to put magic back into women’s spiritual experience and shine light on women whose contributions to religious history have been left in the dark. Her works include the bestselling novel, “The Sculptor … Read more

06/01/2026 Suzanne Eisinger **Genre:** Romance Suzanne Eisinger is a Midwest native who now divides her time between Vermont and Florida, trading in winter sports (she’s an awful skier) for walks on the beach. When she is not busy reading, hiking, or keeping up with the goings-on of her three grown-up kids, she is happily writing … Read more

05/23/2026 Deborah E. Garofano **Genre:** Fiction – Contemporary Romance Deborah Garofano spent too many years as a writer in the high-tech industry before she started penning fiction. Her debut novel, The Rancher’s Legacy, was released in December 2025; the sequel, The Passion Within, will be published in the fall of 2026. An award-winning author, she … Read more

05/11/2026 Bob Bramblet **Genre:** Fiction Survival Bob Bramblet is a veteran outdoorsman and award-winning writer and photographer based in Bonita Springs, Florida. A past president of the Florida Outdoor Writers Association (FOWA), Bob has been a frequent contributor to leading outdoor magazines and a veteran of the SFWMD Python Elimination Program. Bob is dedicated to … Read more

04/24/2026 Eric C Ross **Genre:** Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror Eric Cross Website Eric C. Ross has always been passionate about telling stories. He’s wanted to be a published author since he was fifteen—and thanks to the magic of self-publishing, that dream is now a reality. (He really should’ve done this sooner.) He lives in Florida … Read more

03/31/2026 Bob Bramblet **Genre:** Non-Fiction Bob Bramblet is a veteran outdoorsman and award-winning writer and photographer based in Bonita Springs, Florida. A past president of the Florida Outdoor Writers Association (FOWA), Bob has been a frequent contributor to leading outdoor magazines and a veteran of the SFWMD Python Elimination Program. Bob is dedicated to telling … Read more

03/31/2026 Bob Bramblet **Genre:** Non-Fiction Bob Bramblet is a veteran outdoorsman and award-winning writer and photographer based in Bonita Springs, Florida. A past president of the Florida Outdoor Writers Association (FOWA), Bob has been a frequent contributor to leading outdoor magazines and a veteran of the SFWMD Python Elimination Program. Bob is dedicated to telling … Read more

03/22/2026 Akiya Maston **Genre:** Fiction – Young Adult Akiya Matson Website With over two decades of experience, Akiya Maston, is a Principal, and a 4-time award-winning author. As the visionary behind Music to Mastery and the GPS (Girls Pursuing Success) movement, Akiya has authored transformative resources including award winning books, The Wonder Years of Middle … Read more

03/19/2026 Cornelia DeDona **Genre:** Non-Fiction-Poetry Memoir https://corneypress.me Author, Poet, Photographer, domestic violence survivor, and naturalized immigrant, Cornelia is currently an Arts and Letters member of The Southwest Florida Branch of The National League of American Pen Women. Cornelia lived in Kaneohe, Hawaii, for thirty-six years. Also, seven years in the Mid-Hudson Valley of New York. … Read more

02/24/2026 George W. Kohn **Genre:** Memoir https://gwkohnauthor.com/ George is the award-winning author of a number one best-selling memoir titled Vector to Destiny – Journey of a Vietnam F-4 Fighter Pilot. He is a retired Air Force and airline pilot. A certified organic farm he started in Wisconsin supplies bedding plants throughout Wisconsin and Illinois. George … Read more

02/23/2026 Sharon Wagner **Genre:** Horror Sharon Wagner Books Sharon is an award-winning author, inexhaustible travel blogger, spirit investigator (liquid, not ethereal), cat wrangler, and former illustrator of children’s books, including Maya Monkey. Creative from birth, she never stops imagining magical worlds to unravel with words. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her walking the beach, … Read more

02/23/2026 Sharon Wagner **Genre:** Sci-fi Sharon Wagner Books Sharon is an award-winning author, inexhaustible travel blogger, spirit investigator (liquid, not ethereal), cat wrangler, and former illustrator of children’s books, including Maya Monkey. Creative from birth, she never stops imagining magical worlds to unravel with words. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her walking the beach, … Read more

02/23/2026 Joe Diorio **Genre:** Business management/Crisis Planning Joe Diorio. Writer, editor A fictional telling of a mass shooting at an office building in Bethesda, Maryland. The story looks at the crisis, how it unfolded, how the police rescued hundreds of people, and how a business manages to recover. The author used personal experience – he … Read more

02/23/2026 Joe Diorio **Genre:** Writing and grammar Joe Diorio. Writer, editor Joe Diorio has been a writer all of his life. He wrote and illustrated his own comic books as a kid, worked as a stringer for a local weekly newspaper while in high school, wrote a column for his college paper, covered the police … Read more

02/17/2026 Glen Hines **Genre:** Anthology Glen Hines is an American author, essayist, retired Marine Corps officer, and former college football and baseball player whose work explores the intersection of sports, ethics, identity, military service, and institutional power. Hines’ writing has earned national recognition. His work has received positive reviews from publications like Kirkus Reviews, which … Read more

01/28/2026 M. A. McLaughlin **Genre:** Historical Mystery https://www.martyambrose.com Marty Ambrose is an award-winning, multi-published author of nine novels, including her recent historical mystery, The Lost Dresses of Italy, published by Alcove Press. This book recently won a gold medal for historical fiction with the Florida Writers Association. Marty completed her M.Phil. at the University of … Read more

01/12/2026 J Robert Gould **Genre:** Historical Fiction J began his career at Walt Disney World, where he spent 20 years. He was one of the first to assist in developing the human resources department within the Resort Company. He later went on serve in executive human resource leadership positions with companies such as Robb & … Read more

01/11/2026 Dr. Kenneth R. Hyde **Genre:** Non-Fiction History Dr. Kenneth Hyde is an alumnus of Indiana University. “From Farm Fields to Battlefields” is a creation borne in retirement from a passion for World War II history. The possession of over 400 letters and postcards between two brothers and beloved family members back home in Indiana … Read more

12/22/2025 Rita Angelini **Genre:** Non-Fiction: Parenting, Disability https://RitaAngelini.com Bio Rita has spent years navigating the world of special education, therapies, and advocacy. Rita is a retired Certified Public Accountant who now pursues her passion for writing full-time. An Unexpected Normal won Silver for “Unpublished Memoir” in the 2022 Royal Palm Literary Competition, and Rita has … Read more

12/07/2025 Chris B. Schroder **Genre:** Children’s Book https://niftytwins.com Born in Savannah, Georgia, and moved to Fort Myers in 1958. Became one of the first twelve families to move to Cape Coral in April 1959. Graduated from Cypress Lake High School in 1970. Was assistant manager of Big John Grocery Store before making a career in … Read more

10/17/2025 Tom Cossie **Genre:** N0n-Fiction Music & Media http://streetstuffmusic.com/press-release/ Tom Cossie has been in the recording industry for over sixty years. He started off as a record collector in high school and worked his way up through distribution and promotion to become Senior VP at RCA at age 26. He also was a producer, and … Read more

10/09/2025 LEE R. BOMGAARS **Genre:** MEMOIR Lee Bomgaars grew up in small-town rural America and earned his high school diploma in 1957. Although Lee never lived on a farm his life was influenced by the agricultural community which surrounded him. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in June of 1963 from Iowa University. … Read more

10/07/2025 Austin McKinley **Genre:** Fiction, Graphic Novel (Action/Adventure) https://riotforcecomic.com Austin McKinley is an award-winning freelance cartoonist, author, visual artist, and filmmaker who’s worked in newspapers, magazines, television, graphic novels, film production, and video game development. His newest creator-owned graphic novel “RIOT Force: Tools of the Rich” storms into bookstores February, 2025 from publisher Source Point … Read more

09/26/2025 Linda Saether lindasaether.com **Genre:** Historical Fiction / WWII Fiction Originally from Norway, Linda Saether is a physician and award-winning author of “The Angel of the Penny Rose” and “What We can’t Forget.” She is currently crafting atmospheric Southern crime novels and working on the foundation for a docu-series. When not writing, she explores Florida’s … Read more

09/26/2025 Linda Saether lindasaether.com **Genre:** Historical Fiction / Adventure/Romance Originally from Norway, Linda Saether is a physician and award-winning author of “The Angel of the Penny Rose” and “What We can’t Forget.” She is currently crafting atmospheric Southern crime novels and working on the foundation for a docu-series. When not writing or traveling, she explores … Read more

09/18/2025 Will Granger **Genre:** Historical Fiction Website Will Granger grew up in New Jersey and Geneva, Switzerland. He spent 20 years in the U.S. Air Force as a crew chief and public affairs specialist, where he wrote for several newspapers. He also writes articles on aviation history. He attended James Madison University and earned his … Read more

09/17/2025 Thomas Fargnoli **Genre:** Fiction : Spirituality Website Tom and his wife Dorothy live in Naples, Florida. Tom is a retired systems engineer, a magician, a teacher, and an ex-deacon in the Catholic Church. Now, Tom has turned his attention to writing. “I consider myself more of a storyteller than a writer.” Join Benito as … Read more

09/17/2025 Roger W.W. Baker **Genre:** Mystery/thriller/suspense Educated in Britain and France, Roger W. W. Baker is a veteran, award-winning business communicator. He began his career as a reporter with the London Financial Times before working withglobal multinational corporations in London, Paris, and New York. During this time, he became savvy with global branding strategies and … Read more

09/11/2025 Thekla Madsen **Genre:** Fiction – Crime thriller THEKLA MADSEN is co-author of the Detective Nicholas Silvano Crime Thrillers along with retired Cleveland, Ohio police officer, Karl Bort, of three novels. Thekla is a member of the Twin Cities Chapter of Sisters In Crime, Wisconsin Writers Association, and the Gulf Coast Writers Association. Her short … Read more

09/10/2025 Ben Kilgore **Genre:** Science Fiction Escape From Tridon is Ben Kilgore’s third novel. He attended Brown University and did graduate work at Iowa State and Stanford. His career includes physics research, corporate finance in a Fortune 100 corporation, and owner of a software development business. He is co-founder of a non-profit that develops village … Read more

09/07/2025 Gary McLouth **Genre:** Fiction Gary McLouth D.A., Emeritus Professor at the College of Saint Rose, was raised in Corfu, NY, lives in Fort Myers, Florida, by way of Syracuse, Oswego, Kalamazoo, Newport, R.I., Blue Mountain Lake, and Albany, NY. His 1st story collection, “Death and Other Frustrations,” won the President’s Distinguished Dissertation Award at … Read more

**Genre:** Middle Grade / YA Fiction A storyteller since her first fib, and an explorer since her first runaway, Patti M. Walsh is an award-winning author who writes short stories, novels, memoirs, and travelogues.Her debut novel, Ghost Girl, was named Best Children’s Fiction of 2023 by American Book Fest, and Second Place Middle-Grade Fiction in … Read more

09/07/2025 Gary McLouth **Genre:** Fiction Gary McLouth D.A., Emeritus Professor at the College of Saint Rose, was raised in Corfu, NY, lives in Fort Myers, Florida, by way of Syracuse, Oswego, Kalamazoo, Newport, R.I., Blue Mountain Lake, and Albany, NY. His 1st story collection, “Death and Other Frustrations,” won the President’s Distinguished Dissertation Award at … Read more

09/05/2025 Arelis Calkins **Genre:** Biography, Self Help Arelis Calkins, a passionate lover of home and family, is not just a mother and wife but also a devoted stepmother. Her love for dogs and nature is profound, earning her the title of a tree hugger. A foodie at heart, Arelis is also a skilled chef who … Read more

09/03/2025 Carolyn Hughes Bronson and Judith Weston **Genre:** Non Fiction Theatre Carolyn is an Actress/Singer/Writer/Songwriter,ShortFilm producer, who has toured worldwide with the Platters featuring Monroe Powell, and opened for Blues Roots artists Sue Foley and Chris Cain. Acted on stage in numerous 10 minute plays which was the inspiration for this award winning book. Judith … Read more

08/31/2025 Curtis P. Ayers III **Genre:** Historical Fiction, (Travel, Adventure & Romance) C. P. Tertius is a pseudonym for a former military officer, corporate executive and university professor who is a semi-professional musician, blue-water sailor and adventure traveler. He has attained both civilian and military graduate and post-graduate diplomas and has been published technically under … Read more

08/24/2025 Lori Joan Swick https://lorijoanswick.com/ With a Ph.D. in Religion and Philosophy and a concentration in Women’s Spirituality, Lori’s passion is to put magic back into women’s spiritual experience and shine light on women whose contributions to religious history have been left in the dark. Her works include the bestselling novel, “The Sculptor and the … Read more

Author: Laura Fuller Bio: I am Laura, the author of “From The Eyes Of Darkness.” I am a Registered Nurse of 42 years, where I learned that helping others is the ultimate gift life can give. I have always written, but this book is my debut novel. With the words of Jessa, I have a … Read more

Author: Patti M. Walsh Bio: A storyteller since her first fib and a thrill-seeker since her first run-away, Patti M. Walsh is an award-winning author who writes short stories, novels, and memoirs. Her first novel, GHOST GIRL, was named Best Children’s Literature of 2023 by American BookFest. In addition to extensive experience teaching, counseling, and … Read more

Author: Mary Lou Williams Bio: Not availabel Book: Silly Sally loves her beautiful tail. It is indeed a gorgeous tail. She thinks more about her tail more than she does about anything else, even her friends. Then something happens that teaches Sally what’s really important. But is it too late for her to win back … Read more

Author: Gerald Kostecka Bio: Gerald Kostecka is a renowned leader and award-winning innovator in the alkaline ionized water industry, with nearly twenty years of industry experience, all driven by his mission to promote health through hydration. His business expertise spans nearly forty years and includes leadership positions in Public Relations, Sales & Marketing, Public Speaking, … Read more

Author: Gerald Kostecka Bio: Gerald Kostecka is a renowned leader and award-winning innovator in the alkaline ionized water industry, with nearly twenty years of industry experience, all driven by his mission to promote health through hydration. His business expertise spans nearly forty years and includes leadership positions in Public Relations, Sales & Marketing, Public Speaking, … Read more

Middle-grade Action Fiction Author: Jeanne (Jeannie) Meeks “Freaks, Inc. is amazing and reminds me of me and my friend Alex.” Hezi Christensen, age 11, SW Florida. Wyatt Best’s sixth-grade class calls him a freak. School bullies are sick of him. Literally. When bad kids get too close to him, they puke on their shoes. Teachers … Read more

Author: Patti M Walsh Bio: Ghost Girl was born when my four-year-old niece asked me, “Why did Mommy die?” I wanted to tell her that death gives meaning to life, but explaining that seemed impossible—until I read The Celtic Book of the Dead by Caitlín Matthews. In it, I found appropriate motifs—like the immram (a … Read more

Author: Andrew G Conlyn Bio: Not available Book: Victoria Campos, a young scientist found proof that when Venus was hospitable to life, it did develop life—intelligent life. Venusians developed an advanced civilization, but unwittingly created a catastrophe that ended all life on their planet. Realizing it was too late to save themselves, they prepared a … Read more

Author: Gerald Kostecka Bio: Gerald Kostecka is a renowned leader and award-winning innovator in the alkaline ionized water industry, with nearly twenty years of industry experience, all driven by his mission to promote health through hydration. His business expertise spans nearly forty years and includes leadership positions in Public Relations, Sales & Marketing, Public Speaking, … Read more

Author: Edward Donlin BiEdward Donlin is a long-tme writer but seldom published book author. He has resided in SWFL for nearly 40 years and wrote and produced the television series The Boating Show, which aired on SWFL cable and the Sunshine network for five years. Later, he wrote a newspaper column on boating for the … Read more

Author: Pauline Hayton Bio: Pauline Hayton hails from the northeast of England. She worked as a probation officer in her hometown of Middlesbrough before immigrating to the United States in 1991. She and her husband currently live in Naples, Florida with four abandoned cats who adopted them. She figures there must be a sign at … Read more

Author: Jeanne (Jeannie) Meeks Bio:Outdoors woman, author, publisher, late bloomer, and cheerleader for women who try. Through her mystery fiction, Jeanne inspires women to do more than they thought they could.Ms. Meeks now writes full-time and is Vice President of Gulf Coast Writers in Florida. She reads extensively and edits for other authors. When not … Read more

Author: Joni Marie Iraci Bio: I am a retired Registered Nurse who raised three children before returning to college in my late fifties to pursue a life-long dream of becoming a writer. I earned a bachelor’s degree in liberal studies with a concentration in writing and literature from Sarah Lawrence College before earning an MFA … Read more

Author: Brian Sluga Bio: Brian Sluga is an author and change management consultant. His first book Not Just My Poetry It’s Your Life, Too was published in 2019. His other publications include the 2018 & 2019 Waco Word Fest Anthology, the Poetry Marathon and Texas’ Best Emerging Poets 2019. His new book “From Now To … Read more

Author: Brian Sluga Bio: Brian Sluga is an author and change management consultant. His first book Not Just My Poetry It’s Your Life, Too was published in 2019. His other publications include the 2018 & 2019 Waco Word Fest Anthology, the Poetry Marathon and Texas’ Best Emerging Poets 2019. His new book “From Now To … Read more

Cozy Mystery Author: Jeanne (Jeannie) Meeks Retirement isn’t all tennis, golf, and Mahjong. After Packi Walsh finds a stranger stretched out on the tennis court with a hole in his chest, the ladies’ tennis team uncovers a seamy side to their tropical paradise. Hidden in the woods near Paradise Palms and with nowhere to go, … Read more

Author: Jeanne (Jeannie) Meeks Adventure Mystery Can a backpacking trip to an island famous for its wolves mend the relationship between Amy and her grown daughter? Will blackmail and betrayal bring them together… or bury them on Isle Royal? Emboldened by her adventures in the Grand Canyon, Amy Warren again laces up her boots. She … Read more

Adventure Mystery Author: Jeanne (Jeannie) Meeks Beaten down by an emotionally abusive husband, fifty-year old Amy Warren searches for her self-confidence by backpacking across the Grand Canyon. Abandoned by her hiking partners, she is befriended at the Phoenix airport by an experienced backpacker, Sarah Rochon, who wrestles Amy’s gear away from a tattooed punk. The … Read more

Author: DL Havlin Bio: An “un-retired” business executive and world traveler has been writing twenty plus years, has won numerous literary awards, and has published thriller, historical, and mainstream/literary novels. Havlin grew up in Florida and considers its slash pines, palms, waters, and sands a blood relative. Many of his novels are set in Florida, … Read more

Author: DL Havlin Bio: An “un-retired” business executive and world traveler has been writing twenty plus years, has won numerous literary awards, and has published thriller, historical, and mainstream/literary novels. Havlin grew up in Florida and considers its slash pines, palms, waters, and sands a blood relative. Many of his novels are set in Florida, … Read more

Author: DL Havlin Bio: An “un-retired” business executive and world traveler has been writing twenty plus years, has won numerous literary awards, and has published thriller, historical, and mainstream/literary novels. Havlin grew up in Florida and considers its slash pines, palms, waters, and sands a blood relative. Many of his novels are set in Florida, … Read more

Author: DL Havlin Bio: An “un-retired” business executive and world traveler has been writing twenty plus years, has won numerous literary awards, and has published thriller, historical, and mainstream/literary novels. Havlin grew up in Florida and considers its slash pines, palms, waters, and sands a blood relative. Many of his novels are set in Florida, … Read more

Author: Richard Drummer Bio: Richard Drummer is a lifelong musician and songwriter turned full-time novelist. Originally from Rochester, Michigan, he now resides in Southwest Florida. His novel The Second Life Of Arthur Blade won the Bronze medal at the Florida Writers Association’s Royal Palm Literary Awards, and his short stories appear in Ellery Queen Mystery … Read more

Author: Richard Drummer Bio: Richard Drummer is a lifelong musician and songwriter turned full-time novelist. Originally from Rochester, Michigan, he now resides in Southwest Florida. His novel The Second Life Of Arthur Blade won the Bronze medal at the Florida Writers Association’s Royal Palm Literary Awards, and his short stories appear in Ellery Queen Mystery … Read more

Author: Terrie Farley Moran Bio: Short-listed twice for The Best American Mystery Stories, Terrie Farley Moran is delighted to introduce mystery fans to the Read Em and Eat cafe and bookstore, which debuted with “Well Read, Then Dead.” The only thing Terrie enjoys more than wrangling mystery plots into submission is playing games and reading … Read more

Women’s Fiction Author: Jeanne (Jeannie) Meeks FIVE STARS on Goodreads.com. “A gripping and heart-warming story of abuse, revenge, and family redemption.” For sixty years, an elderly WWII veteran loved his wife, Maggie. Though she died two years ago, his grief is raw. During the day, he imagines conversations with Maggie. At night, he relives the … Read more

Author: Terrie Farley Moran Bio: Short-listed twice for The Best American Mystery Stories, Terrie Farley Moran is delighted to introduce mystery fans to the Read Em and Eat cafe and bookstore, which debuted with “Well Read, Then Dead.” The only thing Terrie enjoys more than wrangling mystery plots into submission is playing games and reading … Read more

Author: Terrie Farley Moran Bio: Terrie Farley Moran is the bestselling author of the Read ‘Em and Eat cozy mystery series including the Agatha Award winning Well Read, Then Dead. Along with Jessica Fletcher, she co-writes the Murder She Wrote mystery series. She also co-writes the Scrapbooking Mysteries with Laura Childs. Terrie’s short mystery fiction … Read more

Author: Jessica Fletcher and Terrie Farley Moran Bio: Jessica Fletcher is a bestselling mystery writer with a knack for stumbling upon real-life mysteries during her various travels. Terrie Farley Moran is an award-winning writer who coauthors the Murder, She Wrote series. Book: After traveling to Bethesda for a mystery writers’ conference, Jessica Fletcher decides she’s … Read more

Author: Jessica Fletcher and Terrie Farley Moran Bio: Jessica Fletcher is a bestselling mystery writer with a knack for stumbling upon real-life mysteries during her various travels. Terrie Farley Moran is an award-winning writer who coauthors the Murder, She Wrote series. Book: Jessica is delighted when her nephew Grady invites her to spend a few … Read more

Author: Stephen J McGuire Bio: Not available Book: ” Prior Restraint”–America’s most famous news anchor is brutally murdered by terrorists, and the entire media establishment is paralyzed by the fear of who may be next. Seemingly overnight, a pernicious wave of self-censorship grips the airwaves, and no one dares to further criticize religious fanaticism. A … Read more

Author: JC Bruce Bio: Hi. I’m J.C. Bruce and I’m a journalist and author of a series of books recounting the adventures of Alexander Strange, the world’s only full-time weird-news columnist. The books in The Strange Files series are THE STRANGE FILES; FLORIDA MAN; GET STRANGE; STRANGE CURRENTS; MISTER MANNERS; and STRANGE TIMING. Of FLORIDA … Read more

Author: JC Bruce Bio: Hi. I’m J.C. Bruce and I’m a journalist and author of a series of books recounting the adventures of Alexander Strange, the world’s only full-time weird-news columnist. The books in The Strange Files series are THE STRANGE FILES; FLORIDA MAN; GET STRANGE; STRANGE CURRENTS; MISTER MANNERS; and STRANGE TIMING. Of FLORIDA … Read more

Author: JC Bruce Bio: Hi. I’m J.C. Bruce and I’m a journalist and author of a series of books recounting the adventures of Alexander Strange, the world’s only full-time weird-news columnist. The books in The Strange Files series are THE STRANGE FILES; FLORIDA MAN; GET STRANGE; STRANGE CURRENTS; MISTER MANNERS; and STRANGE TIMING. Of FLORIDA … Read more

Author: JC Bruce Bio: Hi. I’m J.C. Bruce and I’m a journalist and author of a series of books recounting the adventures of Alexander Strange, the world’s only full-time weird-news columnist. The books in The Strange Files series are THE STRANGE FILES; FLORIDA MAN; GET STRANGE; STRANGE CURRENTS; MISTER MANNERS; and STRANGE TIMING. Of FLORIDA … Read more

Author: Chris Underwood Bio: Chris Underwood lives in central Ohio with his wonderful wife and three children who are one by one being pushed out the door for college. His passions have included woodworking and the completion of a 10 year historical home restoration, in addition to his Computer Consulting career. More recently his passions … Read more

Cozy Mystery Author: Jeanne (Jeannie) Meeks “This story kept me turning pages well into the night.” Evelyn Cullet, Author Can the Paradise Palms tennis team save their favorite alligator after he drags the body of a flashy real estate developer to the bottom of his pond? A volunteer at the nature preserve spots a body bobbing … Read more

Author: JC Bruce Bio: Hi. I’m J.C. Bruce and I’m a journalist and author of a series of books recounting the adventures of Alexander Strange, the world’s only full-time weird-news columnist. The books in The Strange Files series are THE STRANGE FILES; FLORIDA MAN; GET STRANGE; STRANGE CURRENTS; MISTER MANNERS; and STRANGE TIMING. Of FLORIDA … Read more

Author: Joni Marie Iraci Bio: Joni Marie Iraci is a retired Registered Nurse who returned to school in her later years to pursue her love of writing, earning a BA from Sarah Lawrence College and an MFA in creative writing (fiction) from Columbia University. She is a member of the Author’s Guild and American Pen … Read more

Author: Ginger Wakem Bio: Ginger Wakem, a fourth-generation Floridian, grew up in South Florida, a place known for hurricanes, mosquitoes, and beautiful sunsets. Her love for books led her from mystery novels to historical romance and spy stories. She began by crafting tales for her children and expanded into a diverse writing career, including contributions … Read more

Author: Michael Wendroff Bio: My mother was an editor at Dell Publishing (she’d greeted me at birth with “Nice to see you again”), and I worked in a literary agency–Henry Morrison Inc. while going to college. At the agency I started by delivering manuscripts to publishers in New York City (plenty of subway rides and … Read more

Author: Ed DeJesus Bio: Ed DeJesus (pronounced Dee Jesus) writes contemporary thrillers. The Vulnerable is his debut novel. His award-winning short story in Indies United’s 2025 Anthology provides a preview of his upcoming memoir collection, Simpler Times in The Spindle City. A technopreneur, he served as President of Sightline Solar, CEO of JustZip.com, and VP … Read more

Author: Anthony Petruzzi Bio: Paul Anthony Petruzzi grew up in mid-century Brooklyn surrounded by the cultural influences of his grandparents, who had emigrated from Italy at the turn of the twentieth century. Un po’ di vino was always at hand and Italian folksongs or arias could be heard from the radio or record player. This … Read more

Author: Jack Head Bio: I grew up in a town incorporated in 1683. Its farmers fed the locals and carted their products to Worcester and Boston and were instrumental in hiding war armament from the British Regulars. Some historians believe that the British would cross the bridge in Concord on their way to Stow. Men … Read more

Author: Jack Head Bio: I grew up in a town incorporated in 1683. Its farmers fed the locals and carted their products to Worcester and Boston and were instrumental in hiding war armament from the British Regulars. Some historians believe that the British would cross the bridge in Concord on their way to Stow. Men … Read more

Author: Charley Valera Bio: Charley Valera has always had a concern and fascination with WWII and its effects on the soldiers and their families. Charley knew his father was a WWII veteran and, like most of us, he never really asked what life was like during The War. Years after Valera’s father passed away, taking … Read more

Author: Charley Valera Bio: Charley Valera is the award-winning author of “My Father’s War: Memories from Our Honored WWII Soldiers” Valera’s own father was a WWII veteran like most, barely talked about the war. Years after his father deceased, much more was discover. Inspiring Valera to interview and film/write the detailed stories from other WWII … Read more

Author: Gulf Coast Writers Bio: This book is a collection of stories written by different authors. Book: Eighty victims of Hurricane Ian, whose lives changed the day the monster storm hit the southwest coast of Florida, tell their stories of survival, loss, heroism, humanity, and resilience. These first-person, true accounts of the most disastrous hurricane … Read more

Author: Julie Moore Bio: Book: I Am Their Voice: A Guide for Caregivers and Advocates is a poignant and empowering exploration of a younger sister’s journey as she navigates the challenges of caring for her older brother, diagnosed with early-onset dementia in his 50s, and her 80-year-old mother, a lifelong nurturer now in need of … Read more

Author: DL Havlin Bio: An “un-retired” business executive and world traveler has been writing twenty plus years, has won numerous literary awards, and has published thriller, historical, and mainstream/literary novels. Havlin grew up in Florida and considers its slash pines, palms, waters, and sands a blood relative. Many of his novels are set in Florida, … Read more

Author: Lori Joan Swick Bio: Lori Joan Swick was born and raised in Austin where she teaches religion, mythology, and moral studies at St. Edward’s University. While she is a published poet, Comfort and Mirth is her first novel. The story was inspired by her research into Central Texas history—especially during the first “wave” of … Read more

Author: Edward Donlin Bio: Edward Donlin is a long-tme writer but seldom published book author. He has resided in SWFL for nearly 40 years and wrote and produced the television series The Boating Show, which aired on SWFL cable and the Sunshine network for five years. Later, he wrote a newspaper column on boating for … Read more

Author: Gerald Kostecka Bio:Gerald Kostecka is a renowned leader and award-winning innovator in the alkaline ionized water industry, with nearly twenty years of industry experience, all driven by his mission to promote health through hydration. His business expertise spans nearly forty years and includes leadership positions in Public Relations, Sales & Marketing Book: If you’re … Read more

Author: SK Grunin Bio: Not available Book: Ivy Sue Klutz (Little MisFit – LMF) finds one of her first memories confusing. This is when she is three-and-a-half years old and is at her sister Lynn’s birthday party. Their cousin Janet asks the partygoers to guess what Lynn’s birthday present is as the truck delivering the … Read more

Author: Sam Sancho Bio: Not available Book: Imagine a very slow day at the library where the Librarian is all by herself, and suddenly, she gets a surprise visitor…a chicken!? What follows is a series of fun and playful events as the Librarian tries to catch the chicken and get it out of the library! … Read more

Author: Marty Clifton Bio: Marty Clifton worked most of her life in the busy corporate world, but now loves the life of a freelance writer, proofreader, and copyeditor. She has a deep love and appreciation for books that has never wavered over the years. She cherished reading Beatrix Potter and Dr. Seuss books to her … Read more

Author: Joanne Hughson Bio: ABOUT THE AUTHOR JM Hughson is the award-winning author of Gwendolyn: Idlebury Series Book 1: Be Careful What You Wish For. She grew up in the Washington, D.C. area where her lifelong love of reading and writing began early. She wrote her first story, The Whimsical Lion, at the age of … Read more

Author: JM Hughson Bio: ABOUT THE AUTHOR JM Hughson is the award-winning author of Gwendolyn: Idlebury Series Book 1: Be Careful What You Wish For. She grew up in the Washington, D.C. area where her lifelong love of reading and writing began early. She wrote her first story, The Whimsical Lion, at the age of … Read more

Author: Marty Clifton Bio: Marty Clifton worked most of her life in the busy corporate world, but now loves the life of a freelance writer, proofreader, and copyeditor. She has a deep love and appreciation for books that has never wavered over the years. She cherished reading Beatrix Potter and Dr. Seuss books to her … Read more

Author: Joyce F. Blevins Bio: Joyce Faith Blevins is from Estero, Florida. She enjoys writing, acting, singing, dancing, listening to music, and occasionally writing her own songs for fun. When she was eight and her younger brother, Caleb, was six, their aunt bought herself a puppy, Pinky, who they adored. When their aunt got Pinky … Read more

Author: Amy Pontius Bio: Amy Pontius writes poetry, short stories, and creative nonfiction. She taught middle school writing and literature for over 20 years. Amy lives in southwest Florida and enjoys traveling. Book: The Sunshine State is home to a variety of incredible bird species. So why is one little mockingbird feeling sad? In this … Read more

Author: Alin E. Steele Bio:Alina writes nonfiction based on her life experiences and expertise including business, engineering, science, and food. She earned a BS in Chemical Engineering from Michigan State University and is a licensed Professional Engineer. She earned an MBA (Finance and Business Economics) from Wayne State University and a Certificate in Nutrition and … Read more

Author: Gerald Kostecka Bio: Gerald Kostecka is a renowned leader and award-winning innovator in the alkaline ionized water industry, with nearly twenty years of industry experience, all driven by his mission to promote health through hydration. His business expertise spans nearly forty years and includes leadership positions in Public Relations, Sales & Marketing, Public Speaking, … Read more

Author: R.J. Nelson (Bob) Bio: R. J. Nelson is a former Superintendent of Special Services and Director of Harbors and Marine Services for the Chicago Park District, positions he held from 1987 to 1994. He is also the retired CEO of the Hammond Indiana Port Authority. His other positions included vice president of Grebe Shipyard … Read more

Author: C. P. Tertius a/k/a Curtis P. Ayers III Bio: C. P. TERTIUS is a pseudonym for a former military officer, corporate executive and university professor who is a semi­professional musician, blue-water sailor and adventure traveler. He has attained both civilian and military graduate and post­graduate diplomas and has been published technically under an alias. … Read more

Author: C. P. Tertius a/k/a Curtis P. Ayers III Bio: C. P. TERTIUS is a pseudonym for a former military officer, corporate executive and university professor who is a semi­professional musician, blue-water sailor and adventure traveler. He has attained both civilian and military graduate and post­graduate diplomas and has been published technically under an alias. … Read more

Author: Gerald Kostecka Bio: Gerald Kostecka is a renowned leader and award-winning innovator in the alkaline ionized water industry, with nearly twenty years of industry experience, all driven by his mission to promote health through hydration. His business expertise spans nearly forty years and includes leadership positions in Public Relations, Sales & Marketing, Public Speaking, … Read more

Author: Alice Oldford Bio: Alice is a nature/outdoors lover born in New Jersey and transplanted to Florida, trading bear sightings for alligator sightings. In addition to outdoor adventures, Alice raised 5 children in the most self-sustaining environment she could conjure — milking goats and raising some of the meat and vegetables for her family. She … Read more

Author: Alice Oldford and Sue Dziamara Bio: Alice is a nature/outdoors lover born in New Jersey and transplanted to Florida, trading bear sightings for alligator sightings. She has been a trail lover since childhood when riding her horse on the well-developed trails of the Watchung Reservation in Union County New Jersey was a treat. Later … Read more

Author: Lori Joan Swick Phd Lori Joan Swick, PhD, is well known for making spiritual practice accessible to audiences of all faith backgrounds. She is a popular speaker and retreat leader specializing in women’s spirituality and religious, mystical and mythological topics. Dr. Swick earned a doctorate in philosophy and religion with a concentration in women’s … Read more