Author Spotlight

Breakaway: Getting Free from a Life of Manipulation and Abuse

Everybody finds themselves in times of trial every now and then, and more often than not, such times can make one feel trapped, making it difficult for them to see the light. Although Marvela Dawnay’s book tells of a vicious cycle of manipulation and abuse that made her feel trapped and helpless, her life story will provide encouragement for those in similar situations, where strength and courage are needed to surmount the odds to break free and find lasting fulfillment.

Parsing Passion: Capturing Love through the Power of the Pen

Born in El Paso, Texas, Jennifer C. Robinson lived a somewhat inconstant life for the first 12 years of her life. With her father in the military, she was repeatedly packing up her belongings and moving from state to state and country to country, to places ranging from Oklahoma to Germany. Eventually, at age 12, Robinson settled in Americus, Georgia.

A Southie With a Story to Tell

We have recently seen another festive St. Patrick’s day pass by. AuthorHouse thought it would be fitting to prolong this year’s feast by featuring an author with Celtic blood, Matthew Smith Jr.

A Decorated Diplomat Ponders Life and Country

When one thinks of a diplomat, it’s hard to sway your thoughts away from tuxedos, “need-to-know” classified meetings, and high-class functions. However the actual life of a diplomat provides a stark contrast to this common misconception.

Johnson treated his position with distinction.

From TV Icon to Living in Her Car and Back to TV Icon

Pamela Nomvete is an icon of South African television and cinema. Five years ago, she moved to London. She now plays a role in the world’s longest running soap opera. Sounds like a life filled with glamour and success, doesn’t it? Well, you’d be surprised at what happened in Nomvete’s life while she was making the transition between the two countries. She tells her story in her new book Dancing to the Beat of the Drum.

Carl Reiner: One of the Most Revered Comedic Icons of the Past Hundred Years

An inductee to the Emmy Awards Hall of Fame with twelve wins to date, a Grammy-award winner, actor, director, producer, author, screenwriter and comedian. There isn’t much Carl Reiner hasn’t done or achieved in his glittering showbiz career or his over ninety gracious years on this Earth.More>>

Harrison Dillard: The World’s Greatest Sprint-Hurdler Ever

Harrison “Bones” Dillard was crowned the world’s fastest man when he won the Olympic 100-meter title at the 1948 London Olympics. He is one of America’s greatest-ever athletes. He recently returned to London after 64 years for the 2012 Olympic Games and to launch his memoir in the place where his legacy began.More>>

Victoria Nolan is a Published Author at Nine Years Old

This month’s Featured Author has written, illustrated, and published her first book at the age of nine. Victoria Nolan is a pioneer sparking a new trend within the writing world as more and more young writers take advantage of the opportunities self-publishing provides. More >

Benn Haidari
We asked 2011 Gourmand World Cookbook Award–winner Chef Benn Haidari if he would be kind enough to suggest a favorite recipe from Gastronomy from an Ice Cold Paradise suitable for fellow authors to prepare and enjoy as a Valentine’s meal. Read on to find out which award-winning dish he has selected for you. More >

Richard Hébert
Kirkus Reviews are known as “the world’s toughest book critics,” and their critiques are accepted by industry professionals as a reliable guide to the best books on the market. Hébert’s Mindwarp has been named a Kirkus Reviews Best Indie Book of 2011.

AuthorHouse talks to Richard Hébert about a writing career that has spanned more than half a century and includes a Pulitzer Prize nomination.  More > 

Myne Whitman
Myne Whitman’s debut novel, A Heart to Mend, met with public and critical acclaim winning four Nigerian Blog Awards and staying at the top of Amazon UK’s Kindle bestseller list for several weeks. More >

V. J. Waks
Multi award-winning sci-fi author V. J. Waks talks to AuthorHouse about the latest in her TAU4 series and how she maintains its success by adjusting her marketing strategies to prevailing book market trends. A devoted book fair participant, she explains how she is also embracing the next generation of book marketing platforms to maximize sales. More > 

Martha Dixon
Martha Dixon's compelling autobiography, Triumph beyond Measure, was praised by close family and former President of the United States, Wiliam Jefferson “Bill” Clinton. More >