Order of Onley James Books
Onley James is an American author of gay romance novels. She writes the Elite Protection Services, Necessary Evils, and other series. When she isn’t writing, Onley is consuming copious amounts of caffeinated beverages while trying to keep hold of her sanity. She also enjoys binge-watching television, scrolling through social media, and watching true crime docs. She lives in North Carolina with her daughter, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, and a menagerie of animals. (more…)
Order of Tripp Ellis Books
Tripp Ellis is an author of thriller, adventure, and science fiction novels. He writes the Tyson Wild, Galactic Wars, Max Mars, and other series. Tripp Ellis, a self-professed geek and lover of sci-fi and horror, was abducted by aliens and forced into the role of an evil galactic ruler’s official biographer. Through his cosmic travels, Tripp honed his storytelling craft, witnessing unimaginable horrors and chronicling the twisted machinations of his captor. Escaping back to Earth, Tripp now shares his extraordinary adventures through his writing, captivating readers with tales that blend reality and fiction, drawing from his encounters with alien races and cosmic terrors, reflecting his indomitable spirit and boundless imagination. (more…)
Order of Lorna Cook Books
Lorna Cook is an author of historical fiction novels, and also writes contemporary romance and women’s fiction as Elle Cook. Before she was a novelist, Cook was a journalist and PR. When she’s not writing, Lorna is probably reading next to a glass of wine. She loves reading books by Kate Morton, Lucinda Riley, and others. Lorna lives in Essex, England with her husband and daughters. (more…)
Order of Janie Chang Books
Janie Chang is an author of historical fiction and literary fiction novels. She draws inspiration from her own family history. Her upbringing was filled with tales of ancestors who had remarkable encounters with dragons, ghosts, and immortals, offering a glimpse into life in a small Chinese town prior to the onset of the Second World War. These enchanting stories have served as a wellspring of creativity for Janie. Having pursued her passion for writing, Janie Chang honed her skills at The Writers Studio at Simon Fraser University, gaining valuable knowledge and experience in the craft. Her diverse background includes being born in Taiwan and having lived in various countries such as the Philippines, Iran, Thailand, and New Zealand. Currently, Janie resides in Vancouver, British Columbia, which serves as her home base for crafting her imaginative and culturally rich novels. (more…)
Order of Lindsey Hutchinson Books
Lindsey Hutchinson is an English author of family saga novels. She writes the Black Country series. She was born and raised in the West Midlands, the daughter of novelist Meg Hutchinson. She was typing up her manuscripts when it reignited her love for writing and decided to follow in her footsteps. Aside from writing, Lindsey also enjoys reading, photography, socializing, and travelling. She is married and has two children and three grandchildren. (more…)
Reader Mailbag: Favourite Book Settings
In the May 2023 newsletter, I asked the readers what their favourite settings in books are.
Here were their responses:
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Order of Rachel Beanland Books
Rachel Beanland is an American author. She graduated from the University of South Carolina and received her MFA in creative writing from Virginia Commonwealth University. Rachel lives in Richmond, Virginia with her family. (more…)
Order of Sarah Morgenthaler Books
Sarah Morgenthaler is a romance author best known for writing the Moose Springs, Alaska series of books. The series began with The Tourist Attraction and continues with Mistletoe and Mr. Right and Enjoy the View. (more…)
Order of Mary Lancaster Books
Mary Lancaster is a Scottish author of historical fiction and historical romance novels. She writes the Blackhaven Brides series, Gentlemen of Pleasure series, Pleasure Garden series, Season of Scandal series, Unmarriageable series, and much more. She is a USA Today bestselling author. Her first love in the literary world is historical fiction, thus she often includes real historical figures in her novels. Mary lives in Scotland with her husband, and has three adult children. (more…)