J. Michael Herron

I've been an avid reader all of my life, often devouring 4-5 books a week, so I guess it's only fitting I finally tried my hand at authoring one. Writing a novel had always been one of my bucket-list items, but it wasn't until I retired that I finally managed to make the time to actually get it done.

My reading is mostly fiction in my quest to escape the day-to-day grind and reality. Subjects are an eclectic mix that includes mysteries, suspense, fantasy, thrillers, sci-fi, romance and just about anything that crosses my path. I don't read a lot of horror or any erotica.

I thought I would write thrillers or mysteries, since I used to read so many of them during my working years. In fact, I started one in 1996 but never finished it. Imagine my surprise when my first book (Black Diamonds) turned out to be romance with a little bit of mysticism thrown in. When I tried to figure out why, I realized I wanted to emphasize the positive aspects of life and offer people hope for a better future.

My writing has evolved into more of the romantic suspense genre, but I usually include a little bit of fantasy or mysticism to create a bit of a twist. I portray love and intimacy while avoiding graphic sex.

I hope you enjoy reading them as much as I enjoy writing them.

My biggest problem is finding time to write because I'm so busy exploring everything around my new home in Cuenca, Ecuador. My life as an expat offers one stimulating experience after another.