If you'd like to hear some excerpts from "Wicked Columbus, Indiana," tune in to WCSI-1010 AM on Saturday, June 24 from 8:30-9 a.m. That's the time slot when the Bartholomew County Public Library conducts its Library Chatter Show. This Saturday, library employee Michelle Williams will be reading parts of my book on the air. If you... Continue Reading →
A ‘Wicked’ good time on WCSI radio
I had the pleasure of talking to host John Foster on the AM Columbus show on WCSI-AM 1010 in Columbus, Indiana, on June 13. We talked in-depth about my second book,"Wicked Columbus, Indiana," as well as briefly about my first book, "Murder in Wauwatosa: The Mysterious Death of Buddy Schumacher." Thanks, John! Listen to the... Continue Reading →
‘Wicked Columbus’ Book Launch
I am pleased to announce that we will be conducting a book launch for my next book, "Wicked Columbus, Indiana," at the Harlequin Theatre in Columbus at 7 p.m. on June 27. We'll have some fun with historic photos projected onto a large screen for viewing ease, readings from several of the chapters, some refreshments... 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 →
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 →
Wikipedia notices Buddy
I don't know who posted it, but apparently someone has decided that Buddy Schumacher is worthy of an entry on Wikipedia. No, I didn't post it, although I may have added a few sentences. Go here to check it out; I have a feeling the entry will evolve. Now, when do I get an entry... Continue Reading →
Young authors event
I had a great time helping inspire aspiring writers and illustrators on April 9 as part of an expert panel at the Young Authors & Illustrators Forum at the Bartholomew County Public Library in Columbus, Indiana. The event was sponsored by the library and Pen It! Publications. The panel also consisted of Debi Stanton, president... Continue Reading →
Free seminar for young writers, illustrators
I'm excited to be a part of this event. Several of us "pros" will discuss writing, editing, illustrating with kids in the Columbus, Indiana, area on Saturday, April 9.
Photos from the White River library program
Thanks to everyone who came out to my program on Feb. 3 at the White River branch of the Johnson County Public Library. Here are a few photos to prove it really happened.
Come to my White River Twp. (Center Grove) library program
I'm looking forward to giving a presentation based on my book, "Murder in Wauwatosa: The Mysterious Death of Buddy Schumacher," at the White River branch of the Johnson County Public Library on Wednesday, February 3, 2016. The program is titled "Cold Case Files: Murder in Wauwatosa with Paul Hoffman" Here are the details: Location: WRB-Community Room... Continue Reading →
Paul J. Hoffman - Author/Publisher/Actor 