aprenderycrecer@yahoo.com Christina Gonzalez is a Port Charlotte author, psychotherapist, and herbalist. My Remedies of the Heart novels weave slow-burn romance with nature, culture, grief, and second chances. Born in Okinaw. https://christinagonzalezauthor.com
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aoldford@yahoo.com 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 baked bread and made … Read more
olinkablevins@outlook.com Joyce Faith Blevins is from Estero, Florida. She enjoys writing, acting, singing, dancing, listening to music, and occasionally writing her own songs for fun.
gerald@powerfulh2o.com 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, Corporate Training, and … Read more
jackhead57@gmail.com 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 and boys prepared for … Read more
ppetruzzidlitt@gmail.com 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 cultural background inspired … Read more
Ed.dejesus@comcast.net 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 of Engineering at … Read more
chrisunderwood@columbus.rr.com 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 for sailing and … Read more
jcb@jcbruce.com JC Bruce is 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 Man, Kirkus Reviews says: “Bruce’s prose … Read more
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TFMoran@Yahoo.com 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 stories with any or … Read more
RichardDrummer73@gmail.com 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 Magazine.
Jeanelle Havlin-Cooley – PRLady2016@gmail.com D.L. Havelin, now deceased, was an “un-retired” business executive and world traveler who had been writing twenty plus years, won numerous literary awards, and published thriller, historical, and mainstream/literary novels. Havlin grew up in Florida and considered its slash pines, palms, waters, and sands blood relatives. Many of his novels are … Read more
gorun1@yahoo.com 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 The End of Time” … Read more
jmi2118@columbia.edu 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 in creative writing from … Read more
pphayton@yahoo.com 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 the end of … Read more
-boatguyed@gmail.com Edward Donlin is a long-time 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 Fort Myers … Read more
–kafrances@aol.com 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 her award winning book.
–arelisc@areliscalkins.com 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 relishes a good glass of red … Read more
Zoghbichebl@gmail.com I am an inventor, dental lab technologist, and a writer. I own Advanced Dental Appliances, Inc. on McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers where I produce aesthetic dentures and partials serving the dental community.
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DebGarafano@hotmail.com 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 is a member of the Gulf Coast Writers … Read more
katrinawall89@gmail.com Katrina Ramos began writing children’s books with one simple goal: to help her daughter fall in love with learning. By following her child’s natural interests, she creates imaginative stories that gently weave together real science, rich vocabulary, and foundational reading skills. Katrina holds a Master of Arts in Christian Education with a specialization in … Read more
Amymiracles@gmail.com https://amytorres.love I’m a friendly introvert. Timid about outdoor adventures, but daringly introspective. Self-published a book of blessings, Sweet Dreams of Awakening, based on A Course in Miracles.
Barbara@barbarabusenbark.com Award-winning painter and writer, Barbara Busenbark’s memoir, Uncharted, receivedimpressive reviews. She is currently working on a new book of historical fiction and lives in Bradenton, Florida. Click here to buy Barbara’s book.
LoisFreiwald@verizon.net I am a new author, interested in joining others to grow and learn.
Sdickslaw@gmail.com I am a Florida transplant. My undergrad and MAT was in English. I then became a trial attorney. Taught as an adjunct professor in composition at a community college part-time while practicing law.
rita.giddens@yahoo.com I am a corporate woman looking to get back to an art I used to love. I’m currently very (professionally) inexperienced with writing.
– TomMcDowellAuthor@gmail.com Tom McDowell is the author of suspenseful and thought-provoking fiction that blends mystery, intrigue, and human drama. Drawing inspiration from a lifetime of experiences and a passion for storytelling, he creates compelling characters and fast-paced narratives that keep readers turning pages. Tom lives in Naples, Florida, with his wife, Anna, and their dog, … Read more
andoscia.thinker@gmail.com Michael is a former teacher who resigned after thirty years when his classroom library was physically removed. Since then, he has devoted himself to developing thirty years’ worth of writing projects he had in mind. https://madsociologist.substack.com
Coffey2go@gmail.com Shirley J. Coffey is the author of A Letter to Maria, a memoir about her lifelong search for her biological father and the unexpected connection that finally brought her answers. A genealogist and family historian for more than 30 years, Shirley has helped others uncover their own family histories. She lives in Fort Myers, … Read more
Louiewriter1@yahoo.com Louis Angellotti resides in Estero, Florida. Originally from Chicago Heights, Illinois, he has worked in education and as a sports reporter and columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times STAR Newspapers and the Chicago Tribune’s Daily Southtown. He co-authored Accordion Man, a biography of jazz accordionist Dick Contino, and has created and written news releases and … Read more
Ericcrossauthor@gmail.com 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 with his wife and child and is a proud member of … Read more
BobBramblet@gmail.com 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 the stories of Florida’s … Read more
sharminmc@gmail.com Sharmin Fairbanks McKenny was raised on a traditional family farm and pioneered as helicopter emergency and transfer nurse. History is her passion which she weaves as fascinating stories. Website: http://fairbankshistory.com
martyrose57@riseup.net 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 York (England) and teaches composition and … Read more
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niftytwins@yahoo.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 the Cape Coral Fire Department. Retired from … Read more
-Robert.Macomber1@gmail.com Named “2020 Florida Writer of the Year”, Robert N. Macomber is an multi-award-winning author, internationally acclaimed lecturer, and an accomplished seaman. Raised in Florida, Macomber’s work is admired across the globe. Whether “Guest Author” aboard the most elegant of ships or being a “Distinguished Lecturer” at U.S. Southern Command, the Office of Naval Intelligence … Read more
-sharonwagnerstudios@gmail.com www.sharonwagnerbooks.com 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, observing the waves, listening to birds, … Read more
-tomsurman@streetstuffmusic.com 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 manager. Tom also was president and owner … Read more
apontius18@hotmail.com Amy Pontius (née Vagi) was born in a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio. A high school and middle school educator for 22 years, she loved writing alongside her students and encouraging a passion for words. Amy is the author of a children’s book, Molly the Mockingbird, and is currently at work on a memoir. Amy’s … Read more
– lrb606@aol.com 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. Practiced his profession with … Read more
– theklamadsenauthor@gmail.com 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 stories, It Never Ends Well and … Read more
-benkilgore@hotmail.com Ben Kilgore 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 micro-finance funds in Tanzania.His wide range of interests took him from the … Read more
– wendroffm@gmail.com My mother was an editor at Dell Publishing (she’d greeted me at birth with “Nice to see you again”). 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 runs across town), … Read more
– pat@pattimwalsh.com 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. 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, … Read more
– gmclouth@gmail.com 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 SUNY Albany in … Read more
— curtlll@hotmail.com C. P. TERTIUS is Curt’s pseudonym. He is 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. His travels have taken him around the … Read more
Jeannie200@aol.com Outdoors woman, author, publisher, late bloomer, and cheerleader for women who try. Through her novels, Jeanne inspires women to do more than they thought they could.Ms. Meeks is Vice President of Gulf Coast Writers in Florida. She reads extensively and edits for other authors. When not writing, Jeanne hikes, bikes, kayaks, entertains the grandchildren, … Read more
-GingerWakem@gmail.com 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 to a BBC … Read more
– charleyvalera@me.com 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 his stories … Read more
ljswick1@gmail.com Lori Swick’s Website 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 Saint,” … Read more
– ljmalive2@gmail.com Laura Fuller is 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 vision to … Read more
