interviews
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Brian J. Smith, a horror and mystery author from Ohio, has written ten novels, including “Dead River” and a short story collection. Inspired by personal loss, he crafts characters from real-life influences. Smith enjoys writing alongside hobbies like fishing and cooking, and he emphasizes resilience in the face of rejection.
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Delilah Curley, a sapphic dark fantasy author, blends her experiences in healthcare with her writing. Driven by art, particularly music, she crafts complex characters. Despite challenges, her goal is not fame, but to inspire reflection through her stories. She values personal growth and shares her journey with supportive peers.
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Elizabeth Morris graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing and English from Southern New Hampshire University in 2020. Her first book Tiger’s Blood she self-published in 2016 when she was 17 years old. She loves her cats and her family. She is currently working on the Blood of the Beast series and finds inspiration through music, nature and…
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Erica Rose Eberhart, a technical writer and editor from New York, shares her writing journey and inspirations. After battling writer’s block, she found her voice during the pandemic, leading to multiple novels in progress. Eberhart desires success as a published author, enjoying crafting stories with strong female characters in fantasy.
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The author describes a life filled with diverse interests, balancing a day job as an evaluation specialist and teaching pole fitness while caring for pets. Inspired by fantasy novels, particularly Eragon, this writer creates complex characters and embraces the challenges of modern publishing. Success is defined by meaningful connections with readers.
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Greg Thomas, a member of the Plano ISD Student Services team and assistant basketball coach, draws inspiration for his writing from his college football experiences at the University of Arkansas. His memoir, which took 14 months to write, reflects on personal challenges, including racism, and emphasizes the importance of storytelling despite grammatical hurdles.
