With a background in acting and dance, Ann proudly identifies herself as a storyteller who pays meticulous attention to detail and strives to captivate audiences. She specializes in creating engaging narratives that weave intricate plots and feature intriguing characters. Notably, every novel she's written falls into the "PG" category, offering enriching and character-driven experiences without the inclusion of explicit content.

Congratulations to our 2023 Pencraft Award First Place Winners
AuthorsReading is proud to announce the finalist for the 2023 Pencraft Award given for extraordinary books and publishing excellence. The winning titles were selected from the myriad of book review submissions of 2021-2023 to AuthorsReading.com. If you are looking for great award-winning books, check out the titles below. See the complete list of the 2023 Winners

Book Of The Year Winners 2023:
Overall: Early Grave by Paul Levine
Fiction: The Senator's Wife by Jen Lyon
Nonfiction: Swift Sword by Doyle Glass

The annual submission deadline is Midnight on September 10, 2024. All books published within the last 4 years (2020-2024), and reviewed during the 2023-2024 review period are automatically eligible for consideration in the 2024 Pencraft Award competition. Make sure your book is submitted prior to the September 10th deadline to assure its consideration. All entries to the annual PenCraft Book Award competition will also be submitted to the NEW SEASONAL PenCraft Book Awards. The date of the 2024 Pencraft Award ceremony and prize winners will be announced in late October 2024. Register Now

Interview with author Elizabeth Horst

Join AuthorsReading as we discuss with Elizabeth Horst, the brilliant and imaginative author behind Adventures are Everywhere. This captivating collection of short stories takes readers on a journey through a world filled with mystery, excitement, and unexpected twists. Elizabeth shares the inspiration behind her work, her creative process, and what she hopes readers will take away from these enchanting tales. Don’t miss this engaging discussion with one of today’s most promising storytellers!

The Jimarian Bible

Authors Reading takes great pleasure in interviewing Jimar and discussing his new book, The Jimarian Bible. Jimar is an up and coming author who has quickly gained recognition for his thought-provoking and unique book. In our interview, Jimar opens up about his inspiration for The Jimarian Bible and how his own personal beliefs influenced the story. He also shares some of the challenges he faced while writing such a complex and thought-provoking book. One of the most interesting aspects of The Jimarian Bible is its exploration of various religions

Daft Mejora's Infinite Madness: (Or, How to Travel Near America with Friends)

An in-depth discussion with author Karl Dehmelt about his satirical book about an outer space Alien who saves a politician from a shooter's bullet. We discuss why he wrote it and its significance. He is also the author of The Hard Way Back to Heaven. We think you will enjoy his story.

Spies on Safari

Join AuthorsReading as we delve into the thrilling world of industrial espionage with novelist Oliver Dowson. In this interview, Dowson unveils his latest novel, "Spies On Safari," the exciting sequel to his former novel, "The Repurposed Spy." His new novel takes you into the enchanting but dangerous jungles of Africa as Dowson's unique storytelling immerses you in a world of intrigue and adventure.