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September 23, 2013
Review by Author Kathleen Foley
Today I heard from Kathleen Foley, wife of a Marine Corps hard-charger, and an exceptional author in her own right. Katie had just finished reading 'Red Sky at Morning', and wrote to let me know that she had posted a review on her website.
Katie is the author of 'Dog Tags', and also 'The Target', two books in The Faith in Uniform Series, and both are enjoying critical acclaim and enthusiasm from her readers. I'm looking forward to reading the first book myself.
I don't always re-post reviews of the Michael Neill series, but her take on the book compelled me to share it on my blog. You can read her review here:
http://kathleenfoley.weebly.com/2/pos...
This is what's great about networking with authors and readers on Goodreads. Both can get together to promote great books, getting the word out and helping to market writers' dreams.
Keep reading!
Steve
Katie is the author of 'Dog Tags', and also 'The Target', two books in The Faith in Uniform Series, and both are enjoying critical acclaim and enthusiasm from her readers. I'm looking forward to reading the first book myself.
I don't always re-post reviews of the Michael Neill series, but her take on the book compelled me to share it on my blog. You can read her review here:
http://kathleenfoley.weebly.com/2/pos...
This is what's great about networking with authors and readers on Goodreads. Both can get together to promote great books, getting the word out and helping to market writers' dreams.
Keep reading!
Steve
September 18, 2013
Radio Interview with 970WFLA
First off, I need to say Happy Birthday to all my Air Force wingmen!
Secondly, this morning I was interviewed about the Michael Neill Series by my favorite radio station, 970WFLA. Jack Harris, Corey Dylan and Ted Webb were on hand for a short conversation about 'Red Sky at Morning' and 'Tempest of Fire'.
http://www.970wfla.com/pages/am-tampa...
Some have asked for updates on radio/TV appearances. The interview was taped, and will be broadcast on Thursday, the 19th. Their show is on from 5 a.m.-9 a.m., EST.
Steve
Secondly, this morning I was interviewed about the Michael Neill Series by my favorite radio station, 970WFLA. Jack Harris, Corey Dylan and Ted Webb were on hand for a short conversation about 'Red Sky at Morning' and 'Tempest of Fire'.
http://www.970wfla.com/pages/am-tampa...
Some have asked for updates on radio/TV appearances. The interview was taped, and will be broadcast on Thursday, the 19th. Their show is on from 5 a.m.-9 a.m., EST.
Steve
August 13, 2013
Military Writers Society review of 'Tempest of Fire'
Another excellent review. Here's what the Military Writers Society of America had to say:
Meshing the complexity of high technology of modern navies with cyber warfare and boots on the ground action, “Tempest of Fire” is an exciting and entertaining read that is in the vein of Tom Clancy's military thrillers.
Rogue officers within the Chinese Navy launch a plan using stealth, sophisticated cyber attacks, and top secret high-speed torpedoes to bring Taiwan back into the fold of the Peoples Republic, triggering a war between China and the U.S. But the scheming Chinese admiral in charge of the plan had not factored in the resourcefulness of two U.S. Marine commandos and an unlikely pair of sailors.
“Tempest of Fire” begins with the largest and most advanced Chinese submarine sunk by another mysterious submarine firing a high-speed torpedo unlike anything the world has yet seen. In the U.S., sophisticated hackers disrupt communications service of major cable companies on the West Coast, but fail to break into the military’s top secret network, their efforts blocked by skilled counter-intelligence programmers at the U.S. Cyber Command.
Searching for clues about the cause of the submarine crash, allied satellite surveillance picks up what looks like a small uncharted submarine pen on an isolated, unpopulated Island claimed by China. At the same time, an American millionaire, whose family is a major military communications programming contractor, has been selling secret codes to the disloyal Chinese admiral.
A small four-man team slips onto the island to quietly investigate the situation and to recover software codes. Leading the group is Marine Lieutenant Michael Neill, a highly trained special operations warrior who has direct contact with the National Security Adviser in the White house. With him are a Marine sharpshooter, a young naval computer programmer who is fluent in Mandarin and a seasoned master chief boatswain mate. Neill is also a devout Christian whose faith guides his actions throughout the adventure. Taken to the area aboard a British warship, the American team clandestinely goes ashore as a typhoon approaches the area, further complicating the situation.
While the American team is searching the island, the Chinese navy begins its annual war games in the seas around Formosa. During the maneuvers, the rogue admiral plans to goad the Taiwanese into sinking one of his ships, opening the way for a People’s Republic of China military takeover of Taiwan. To trigger the assault, Taiwan’s satellites suffer a crippling cyber attack, causing a communications shut down within the Taiwan Navy.
Steve Wilson’s “Tempest of Fire” is a military thriller that quickly captures a reader’s attention and holds it in suspense until the end.
Meshing the complexity of high technology of modern navies with cyber warfare and boots on the ground action, “Tempest of Fire” is an exciting and entertaining read that is in the vein of Tom Clancy's military thrillers.
Rogue officers within the Chinese Navy launch a plan using stealth, sophisticated cyber attacks, and top secret high-speed torpedoes to bring Taiwan back into the fold of the Peoples Republic, triggering a war between China and the U.S. But the scheming Chinese admiral in charge of the plan had not factored in the resourcefulness of two U.S. Marine commandos and an unlikely pair of sailors.
“Tempest of Fire” begins with the largest and most advanced Chinese submarine sunk by another mysterious submarine firing a high-speed torpedo unlike anything the world has yet seen. In the U.S., sophisticated hackers disrupt communications service of major cable companies on the West Coast, but fail to break into the military’s top secret network, their efforts blocked by skilled counter-intelligence programmers at the U.S. Cyber Command.
Searching for clues about the cause of the submarine crash, allied satellite surveillance picks up what looks like a small uncharted submarine pen on an isolated, unpopulated Island claimed by China. At the same time, an American millionaire, whose family is a major military communications programming contractor, has been selling secret codes to the disloyal Chinese admiral.
A small four-man team slips onto the island to quietly investigate the situation and to recover software codes. Leading the group is Marine Lieutenant Michael Neill, a highly trained special operations warrior who has direct contact with the National Security Adviser in the White house. With him are a Marine sharpshooter, a young naval computer programmer who is fluent in Mandarin and a seasoned master chief boatswain mate. Neill is also a devout Christian whose faith guides his actions throughout the adventure. Taken to the area aboard a British warship, the American team clandestinely goes ashore as a typhoon approaches the area, further complicating the situation.
While the American team is searching the island, the Chinese navy begins its annual war games in the seas around Formosa. During the maneuvers, the rogue admiral plans to goad the Taiwanese into sinking one of his ships, opening the way for a People’s Republic of China military takeover of Taiwan. To trigger the assault, Taiwan’s satellites suffer a crippling cyber attack, causing a communications shut down within the Taiwan Navy.
Steve Wilson’s “Tempest of Fire” is a military thriller that quickly captures a reader’s attention and holds it in suspense until the end.
August 8, 2013
'Tempest of Fire' nominated for the 2013 Lime Award for Excellence in Fiction
I learned today that 'Tempest of Fire' was nominated by thechristianmanifesto.com for the 2013 Lime Award for Excellence in Fiction. Readers of the first book, 'Red Sky at Morning', will recall that it was nominated last year, the only debut novel in its category.
I'm hopeful that this will be the year for 'Tempest of Fire'! I've posted a link to the review below.
http://thechristianmanifesto.com/arch...
Steve
I'm hopeful that this will be the year for 'Tempest of Fire'! I've posted a link to the review below.
http://thechristianmanifesto.com/arch...
Steve
August 6, 2013
Audio Version of 'Red Sky at Morning'
It's been several days since I've been able to write anything for book three; Reserve obligations have taken up quite a bit of time lately. Still, these frequent breaks fuel the time I am able to devote to creative writing.
Work continues on the audio version of 'Red Sky at Morning'. I'll be working on the book cover for that project very soon. A very talented character actor has recorded nearly twelve chapters of material, and the publisher and I are hoping to make it available by late fall. I'll keep you posted on further developments.
Steve
Work continues on the audio version of 'Red Sky at Morning'. I'll be working on the book cover for that project very soon. A very talented character actor has recorded nearly twelve chapters of material, and the publisher and I are hoping to make it available by late fall. I'll keep you posted on further developments.
Steve
July 21, 2013
... And The Giveaway Has Ended
Over 600 entries in the contest. A whole lot more than the contest for 'Red Sky at Morning'! I've sent the names and addresses of the winners to the publisher.
Work has begun on the audio book version of 'Red Sky'. More details to come. And I'm now over 125 pages into the third book in the series.
Steve
Work has begun on the audio book version of 'Red Sky'. More details to come. And I'm now over 125 pages into the third book in the series.
Steve
July 4, 2013
The Giveaway Has Begun
The 'Tempest of Fire' book giveaway has started! Here's the link:
http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway?sor...
Scroll down to find the book, then click on the 'enter to win' button. You can't win if you don't enter, and the contest is free!
Steve
http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway?sor...
Scroll down to find the book, then click on the 'enter to win' button. You can't win if you don't enter, and the contest is free!
Steve
June 29, 2013
'Tempest of Fire' book giveaway
In cooperation with my publisher (White Feather Press) and Goodreads.com, the paperback version of 'Tempest of Fire' will be offered in a free giveaway. The contest starts July 4th and runs through July 18th.
To enter, you'll need a Goodreads.com account (visit their site to set one up--it's free!) Then navigate to the giveaways page for a chance to win.
Till then, keep reading!
Steve
To enter, you'll need a Goodreads.com account (visit their site to set one up--it's free!) Then navigate to the giveaways page for a chance to win.
Till then, keep reading!
Steve
June 23, 2013
Progress on Book Three
Right now I'm well over one hundred pages into the third book in the Michael Neill series. It's interesting how each book so far has a different feel--something I attribute to the characters and locales. The curtain on Michael's background is being pulled back just a little bit more, and in 'The Trinity Icon', his feelings grow for someone very close to him.
I'm hoping to complete the manuscript by the end of the year, although the publication date is a little harder to fix. I think readers will be pleased to see the return of some characters from book one.
Almost forgot; two actors have read for the audio version of 'Red Sky at Morning'. My publisher sent me the auditions earlier this week. It was pretty exciting to hear complete strangers reading stuff I had written. More auditions could follow, and I'll post more info later.
Steve
I'm hoping to complete the manuscript by the end of the year, although the publication date is a little harder to fix. I think readers will be pleased to see the return of some characters from book one.
Almost forgot; two actors have read for the audio version of 'Red Sky at Morning'. My publisher sent me the auditions earlier this week. It was pretty exciting to hear complete strangers reading stuff I had written. More auditions could follow, and I'll post more info later.
Steve
June 22, 2013
My Updated Website
With the release of 'Tempest of Fire', my website was in dire need of a 'makeover'.
www.stevewilsonauthor.com
A tip of the hat to Adam Wilson, my son and webmaster. Visitors can now see both books featured, and have the option to read the opening pages, or proceed to Amazon.com to purchase the paperback or Kindle editions.
I'll be working with my publisher to host a book giveaway here on Goodreads.com. Look for more details soon!
Keep reading,
Steve Wilson
www.stevewilsonauthor.com
A tip of the hat to Adam Wilson, my son and webmaster. Visitors can now see both books featured, and have the option to read the opening pages, or proceed to Amazon.com to purchase the paperback or Kindle editions.
I'll be working with my publisher to host a book giveaway here on Goodreads.com. Look for more details soon!
Keep reading,
Steve Wilson
