Legend

I'm lucky enough to be acquainted with one of the most prolific and published writers out there...in any genre and any category. His name is James Reasoner. The man is a living legend in my mind (and plenty of others) as he has written for decades, four successful decades, to be exact. Think about that. 

I'm citing some round numbers here but James has written literally hundreds of books under his own name and publishing 'house names'...over 350 Westerns, Historicals, and other genres. He posted the other day that he is closing in on 30 million words written. So yes, I'd say I'm very lucky to be acquainted with James. 

He has written book reviews of the previous Ania Series books and my deep gratitude goes out to him for his recent comments regarding Harbinger. You can find that post, along with a wonderful blog called Rough Edges, right here.

Harbinger - The Ania Series Prequel

Set on the sunny Gulf coast of Florida, Harbinger centers around two lifelong friends and fishing charter boat partners, Boyd Tomlin and Hicks Ledoux. Boyd is the serious one who always makes sure things get done, and Hicks is the carefree one who always makes sure everyone has a good time.

But times aren’t so good. They are struggling to get charters, and bills are coming due. In desperate need of money, they consider smuggling drugs to make ends meet. By chance or fate, they meet two beautiful sisters who will change everything—a young Ania and her kid sister Karolyn. Hicks is immediately attached to the brash, confident Ania while Boyd gravitates toward Karolyn.

As romance blossoms, Boyd and Hicks quickly find themselves embroiled in the world of illegal drug trade, romance, danger and violence lurking around every corner.

An Offer You Can't Refuse

Just to see if anyone is out there reading my posts. I have an offer for you. The first three people that reply to this in the comment section will get one kindle copy of your choice. You can pick one of the three books below:

Harbinger - Available now! The new prequel to the Ania series. The fourth & final book. Some folks like to start with a prequel, some like to end a series with it. But whether you read them in the order they were released or in the order they take place in time, this story works both ways.

Sort'em Out Later - A new collection of my short stories. The book contains a wide spectrum of places, people and crimes. 28 stories in all, some are long and some are quick hits. I think you might enjoy this collection, or at least I hope so.

Blood on Blood - The first book released of the four book Ania series. You can start from the beginning with this one, followed by Queen of Diamonds, then Closing the Circle and end up with the prequel Harbinger - which contains some surprises and explains some things.

So be one of the first three to comment to this post below and I'll send you one of these kindle books. I'm trying to figure out if I'm just talking to myself on this blog! - JW

HARBINGER

Available Today! Pick a copy up at Amazon, Barnes & Nobles, etc. Harbinger is the prequel to the Ania Series. My brand new novel, co-written with Frank Zafiro just hit the electronic shelves, so buy yourself a Christmas present or give a copy to someone for the Holidays. Frank and I are excited about the launch of Harbinger. We hope you enjoy this fourth and final book of the series.

Open and Shut Discussion

Over at Frank Zafiro's place, I have a new interview up on Wrong Place, Write Crime. Open and Shut Episode #21. 

Frank and I discuss our new book, titled Harbinger, as well as the extreme difficulty and negativity I encountered while working with him. It was a nightmare. I did everything I could to get along with him but he's just impossible to deal with. You can find the tense and strained interview right here.

Harbinger will launch on December 10 and will be available at all the usual outlets. Please pick up a copy and spread the word. 

As always, a big thanks goes out to Frank for all the opportunities he has provided and continues to provide. He's the ultimate writing partner, friend/and mentor a guy like me could have. Thanks also to Eric and all the crew at Down & Out Books. They do a fantastic job and are great to work with, simply the best.   

Interview

Recently Frank and I did an interview with PJ Bodnar of The Big Thrill. In the run up to the coming book launch for our latest addition to the Ania series. The prequel novel Harbinger was the focus of discussion. Pardon the cheesy remark but it was indeed a big thrill and a big thanks goes out to PJ and The Big Thrill folks for the opportunity and support. You can find the interview right here.

-JW