The official numbers have been tallied, and despite being available for only about half the year, my book, "Wicked Columbus, Indiana" was the second best-selling nonfiction title at Viewpoint Books in Columbus during 2017. "Wicked Columbus" was Viewpoint's No. 1 selling nonfiction book by a local/regional writer. So, we're going to claim a No. 1... Continue Reading →
Want to see your favorite Indiana author earn a prestigious award? Nominations are now open for the Eugene & Marilyn Glick Indiana Authors Award. The award honors living published writers who were born in Indiana or have lived in Indiana for at least five years. Eligibility also includes: Authors who have published works of fiction,... Continue Reading →
"Wicked Columbus, Indiana" is at No. 3 on the Viewpoint Books adult nonfiction list. My most recent book has been on the Viewpoint best-seller list for just about every week since it was published last June. I'm sure we can catch those books in front of us and rise to No. 1 once again.... Continue Reading →
My wife and I conducted a book signing at Half Price Books in Greenwood, Indiana, in October 2017. Our friend and photographer, Don Meyer, supplied the photos.
I had a blast at the Meet the Author event at the Brookfield (Wis.) Public Library on Saturday, October 28. The event was a fundraiser for the Friends of the Brookfield Public Library. I got to meet up with former fellow co-workers in the journalism business who have gotten into the author thing, too. I... Continue Reading →
Having spent some time in Scotland and Ireland this summer (my first time in both countries), I was inspired to start writing a novel based in one of those countries. I chose Ireland, specifically the country's capital and largest city of Dublin, as the setting. Edinburgh, you were awfully close! Hmm ... may have to... Continue Reading →
Hey Wisconsin types: Here's your chance to meet and support lots of authors with Wisconsin ties, as well as and help the Brookfield Public Library continue to put on great programs. Twelve authors will talk informally with visitors and sell their books at the library's Meet the Author event, which will take place from 10... Continue Reading →
My wife and I had a great time meeting readers, fellow authors and whomever else stopped by our table at the Greenwood (Ind.) Public Library Meet an Author event on Saturday. Kimberly even borrowed author Dan Carpenter's witch hat he had on his table and rocked it! The Green Bay Packer tie started a few... Continue Reading →
My wife and I are in the midst of a spell of creativity, not just producing our own, but also interacting with multiple creative communities, too. In addition to the two nonfiction books I have out - "Murder in Wauwatosa" and "Wicked Columbus, Indiana," I'm also in the beginning stages of helping a nearby theater... Continue Reading →
