I'm an openly gay author owned by his dog, named Bandit. (Hold on Bandit...I'll be right there. I'm busy!) My husband and I recently moved from the Witch City of Salem, Massachusetts to sunny Florida where I'm now able to focus on my writing. (When Bandit isn't making me take him for walks or requesting a biscuit for the treat jar.) In 2013, I released a book of short stories called NOT SURE BOYS which received great reviews of which I am forever grateful. I followed up in the fall with a novella—a brooding, dark thriller—called PAINTING WITH WINE. The “sexy time” in the wine cellar has been quite the topic for discussion around the dinner table. (Yes, Bandit...one more minute!) Oh, before I forget. I’d love for you to sign up for my mailing list. Why? So I can send you personal tidbits and other content not shared elsewhere—not even on my blog. But you have to sign up on my blog to get it. You can do that by clicking here. Oh, and I promise no spam! (Alright, Bandit. Enough already!) Well, that’s it for now. Keep reading and sharing with me the books you love. (Imagine Bandit pulling Rick’s pant leg out for a walk. Yes, Bandit taking Rick for a walk.)