One Man's Castle

It's true! My novel ONE MAN'S CASTLE just won the 2014 LOVEY AWARD for BEST FIRST NOVEL at the Love is Murder conference. The conference is the Midwest's premier mystery/romantic suspense/thriller gathering, drawing readers, fans, authors and writers each year.

Even though my novel One Man's Castle came out a few years ago, I am always thrilled when someone tells me that they recently discovered and enjoyed it — and I'm even more flattered when they want to interview me about it!

A few weeks ago, esteemed writer and reviewer Joseph Arellano contacted me about an interview for his Blogcritics. It was posted this morning — and was immediately picked up by the Seattle Post Intelligencer! Wow! So very honored!! 

Here is the lnk. Enjoy!

Read Joseph's Interview on His Site

There's a new blog hop, and I was tagged by Clare O'Donohue, current President of the Midwest Chapter of the Mystery Writers of America and the author of the excellent Kate Conway mysteries & the Someday Quilts mysteries. So here we go...

Some of you are asking about how to get a signed copy of One Man's Castle.

The book is scheduled for release in mid-March 2013, and I’ll be doing a number of signings at various bookstores and libraries after that. Some other bookstores around the country will also carry copies.

One of the great things about being a writer is that we get to meet other friendly and talented writers.  One of the nicest is Christian A. Larsen, and I'm very lucky to be sharing a signing with him at Read Between the Lynes Bookstore, 129 Van Buren Street, Woodstock, Illinois, on Sunday, June 30, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.

More answers to fan questions digging deep into writing One Man's Castle! Be sure to send your questions, too.

That's right! Gregory L. Norris, horror writer extraordinaire and former screenwriter for Star Trek: Voyager just interviewed me for his blog — AND gave a great review for One Man's Castle! I am extremely flattered! Check out the interview at the link below.

While you are at it, do yourself a favor and order a copy of his fantastic collection The Fierce and Unforgiving Muse from Amazon. It'll get you in the mood for Halloween. Thanks!

Read Greg's Interview

That's right! The very generous Joseph Arellano asked me to write an article for the Portland Book Review, and I submitted this tongue-in-cheek how-to article. I had a blast writing it, and it was published today! Many, MANY thanks to Joseph! Check it out! 

What a week!! First, I found out that my debut crime thriller One Man's Castle sold out its initial print run and is now on its second printing!  Woo-hoo!  Doing the Happy Dance!

And then the hits kept coming!

That's right! The paperback edition of One Man's Castle has been released by Harlequin! It has a fantastic cover too. I'm absolutlely thrilled! Just follow the link and it will take you right there! Looking for a great book to give to friends and family -- well, here it is!!

After being a long-time customer and frequent book buyer there, I'm very proud to announce that The Poisoned Pen Bookstore in Scottsdale, Arizona, is now carrying copies of One Man's Castle!  I am truly thrilled about this.

On Tuesday October 22, 2013, from 7-9 p.m., I will be at the Schaumburg Public Library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193, 847-985-4000. My friend and fellow author M.E. May and I will be discussing the differences between spree and serial killers and some of the differences in these types of personalities.

Yes, that's right! I'm very excited that I will be one of the featured authors participating in the Bookfair / Fundraiser for Boylan High School that will be held this Saturday, May 10, 2014, from 2-4 PM.

On Saturday, July 27, 2013, I'll be appearing at the Polo Public Library from 1-3 p.m. to sign copies of my novel One Man's Castle.  I'm very excited about this event, as it is being sponsored by Jeanette M. Linker Insurance Agency / COUNTRY Financial, Polo, IL.

Want to own a signed copy of One Man's Castle, but can't make one of the signings?

Here's another question from a fans about my new novel, One Man’s Castle. Do you have a question? Send it to me and I'll try answer it in an upcoming blog!

Then what was the most difficult thing about writing One Man’s Castle?

Update: The free giveaway has ended. Over 850 people signed up for a chance to win one of two free copies!  I'm so flattered!  Thank you to everyone who participated and congratulations to our winners!

I'm very flattered to say that Writer's Digest contacted me for an interview about my debut novel One Man's Castle.  I had a great time doing it, and thought they did a terrific job with it.  Check it out at:

J. Michael Major Discusses His Novel, ONE MAN'S CASTLE