Author: anthonystevens
I'm an Olde Pharte that loves to share stories of all kinds. I've recently retired to the old family homestead in Martin County, Florida. Look for me at science fiction and fantasy conventions in the southeast.
Super Sale at Captiva Press!
There is a 25% off sale for the first 25 customers. So hurry over to the Captiva Press Sale and grab a copy of Crazy Taylor while you can save 25%!
Captiva Press Meeting!
I met with the Editor in Chief of Captiva Press and the author, Tymber Dalton this past Tuesday. I’ve known and enjoyed working with both of them for several years. This was the very first face-to-face gathering. Captiva Press is based on the Florida Gulf Coast and I was visiting family on the east coast. … More Captiva Press Meeting!
Crazy Taylor is out in Paperback!
I was just notified that my steampunk novel is now available in paperback. Here is the Amazon link for it, or you can order it in either ebook or paperback direct from Captiva Press. This is a steampunk/dieselpunk adventure with a romantic twist or three. It has been nicely reviewed and here’s the link. And … More Crazy Taylor is out in Paperback!
Guardian Noon has been released!
The second book in the Guardian Series has just been released by Red Rose Publishing! You can read an excerpt on this Red Rose page. Stay tuned for another excerpt and discussions on some of the locations in the tale.
On the Road Again!
We’re hitting the road south in the next few days! It’s vacation in Florida time again. For those who don’t know, I was born and raised in south Florida and consider myself a ‘Cracker’. Besides the fun in getting nice and warm after the winter chillies, I’m looking forward to getting some more nice photos. … More On the Road Again!
Guardian Dawn is Available!
After being unavailable for awhile, my urban fantasy thriller Guardian Dawn is once again available. Guardian Dawn is the first volume in an exciting trilogy from Red Rose Publishing. Here’s a “PG” rated excerpt: Corporal Ron Felus had worked hard to become a Marine sniper. It had only been a minute’s work in a ghillie … More Guardian Dawn is Available!
A Nice Review for Cambio
I just got a nice review for Cambio, the second book in the Shifter Series. Donna in New England wrote the following on the Amazon review page for Cambio: “Cambio is a great shifter tale. Just enough of the human side to make them seem real, with a well planned plot for a short story. … More A Nice Review for Cambio
Where do Story Ideas Originate?
Like most authors, I occasionally get asked, “Where do you get your ideas?” Many, if not all, of my characters are gestalt figures based on real people I’ve known. As for the situations they find themselves in, there are plenty of historical elements to help the tale. For example, here are a few very interesting … More Where do Story Ideas Originate?
Agent to the Stars
Every once in a while, I find a book that is a pleasant surprise. Agent to the Stars is just such a book. Face it. Most first novels are just not that good. They may show a lot of promise and be fun, but the majority of authors hit their stride as professional storytellers after … More Agent to the Stars