I noticed that Amazon is already taking pre-orders for "Wicked Columbus, Indiana," so now that I know how much it's going to cost, I think I'll start my pre-order, too. Pre-ordering helps you get a signed copy directly from me as soon as I get books delivered to me (release date is June 19) and... Continue Reading →
‘Wicked’ release date announced
My second book, "Wicked Columbus, Indiana" is scheduled to be released on June 19. As we get closer to that date, I'll be announcing book signings, a possible book launch party, media coverage and a pre-sale where you can order signed books from me before they're published and I mail them to you as soon as... Continue Reading →
Look at this groovy cover
After a few minor changes, the front and back covers of my next book have been approved. This is quite a colorful display. I can't wait for it to come out in print (and in e-book). My first edits have gone back to The History Press. The folks there will go through the manuscript one... Continue Reading →
We’re looking at March
The History Press, my publisher, is going through the first edits on "Wicked Columbus Indiana," my second book. We will go through two edits apiece before the book gets published. Seems like this is about a six-week process, so we should be out early March I'd imagine. We will keep everyone up to date and... Continue Reading →
The Other Side of the Tracks
A map of Columbus, Indiana, shows some of the major slum areas from the late nineteenth century into the middle of the twentieth century. Following are a few excerpts from my forthcoming book, "Wicked Columbus, Indiana," which I anticipate being available late winter 2017. These excerpts are from the chapter titled "The Other Side of... Continue Reading →
Now if this back cover text isn’t jaw-dropping…
Here is the text that is planned for the back cover of my upcoming book, "Wicked in Columbus, Indiana," due out probably late winter: Dubbed "The Athens of the Prairie" for its array of stunning modern architecture, Columbus still endured its share of unsavory citizens, crime-ridden neighborhoods and tales of woe. Many residents avoided the... Continue Reading →
Making ‘wicked’ progress on my next book
I've been researching at breakneck speed for my second book, "Wicked in Columbus, Indiana." The book, which will be published by The History Press, should be out sometime early 2017. It focuses on some of the crummy stuff the city has experienced (although nothing more recent than 1980). I also talk about how some of... Continue Reading →
So, I think I’m an expert?
My schedule is set for Imaginarium Convention in Louisville Oct. 7-9. Below are the sessions that I've been chosen to serve on as a panel expert. The event is centered entirely around creative writing, including the worlds of books, movies, gaming, music, and comics/graphic novels. It will be held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Click... Continue Reading →
Tons of writing topics to be covered at Imaginarium
Tons (figuratively) of topics will be covered at Imaginarium Convention in Louisville, Kentucky, Oct. 7-9, an event that I'm proud to be a part of for the first time this fall. The event is an annual event centered entirely around creative writing, including the worlds of books, movies, gaming, music, and comics/graphic novels. Authors, illustrators, poets,... Continue Reading →
Columbus, Indiana, isn’t all that wicked
"Athens on the Prairie they call this mecca of architecture ...Columbus, Indiana. Yes, Columbus is a fine city. I've lived in it the past seven years, and have lived within a 40-minute drive of it since 1994. But, as with any location, Columbus has seen a few unsavory sorts, its share of difficult times and... Continue Reading →
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