Richard D. Krause

Meet Mr. Richard Krause, at age 74 is a seasoned wordsmith and lifelong adventurer now nestled amidst the misty peaks of West Virginia alongside his devoted wife of 45 years and their cherished four-legged companions, Lexi, Aesop, and Kodi. With over 68 years rooted in the sunshine state of Southwestern Florida, Mr. Krause's journey has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Having traversed 28 foreign countries and all fifty states during his 12 year military tenure, Mr. Krause brings a wealth of diverse experiences to his writing. A retired government worker of 35 years with a robust background in Environmental Protection, he holds a Degree in Network Engineering and Administration with a specialization in Computer Security, alongside a deep-seated passion for both public and private security.

A prolific writer since 1982, Mr. Krause's journey in publishing has been as dynamic as his life's adventures. Despite initial attempts with mainstream publishing, he found his niche in the indie scene, unleashing a series of captivating titles that include "The Book on Evil, Wicked, Mean & Nasty: A Whimsical Guide to Payback and Revenge," "The Fine Art of Getting Even, a Comical Approach to Revenge," and "The Plucking of The Golden Years Goose," among others. His foray into low-content journals, such as "My Fishing Log Book" and "The Traveling Man’s Journal," has also left an indelible mark in the literary world.

Expanding his horizons, Mr. Krause has set out to captivate readers worldwide with his releases of, "The Spice Cabinet Apothecary: Natural Health at Your Fingertips" and “Mountain Medicine: Herbal Wisdom of the Appalachian” along with “"EBook Entrepreneur: Crafting Your Path To Profits." With an exciting lineup of forthcoming titles exploring topics ranging from freelance writing mastery to the art of coffee, Mr. Krause's literary legacy continues to unfold. To include his break into the fiction market with “The Jamie Blackwood Mystery Series” books 1 thru 8 and a Science Fiction Trilogy “The Dimensional Frontier Trilogy” books 1 thru 3. Along with two stand alone Science fiction novels “The Reality Crucible” and “ The Far Star Gambit”.

Beyond the written word, Mr. Krause is a passionate angler and an adept craftsman, finding joy in the meticulous art of building military figures, cutting gemstones, crafting jewelry, and restoring vintage weapons. Despite health concerns curtailing his martial arts practice, his spirit remains undimmed, infusing every facet of his life with boundless enthusiasm and creativity.

Join Mr. Krause on his literary odyssey as he invites readers to explore the boundless wonders of the written word and embark on a journey of self-discovery, adventure, and endless possibility.