About AUTHOR/GHOSTWRITER
Riley St.
Riley St.
Riley St. James is an established
West Coast author, writing consultant and ghost writer with two major novels to his credit --- In the Shadows of the MoonGlade AND Deception
in the Rainshadows. His published fiction keenly reflects his innate
sense-of-story that engages both mystery and the supernatural. (Seeking a Personalized Copy or Can't find Books? They are NOT out of print.)
Riley also writes credible non-fiction
accounts. Read his national award-winning and incredible true article of how we invaded
Riley is also a Public speaker and Tutor who leads and participates in private or general writing workshops as well as public library associations and various professional forums that revolve around literary arts. (Check out his favorite and exciting Alaskan Speaking Journey )
Originally from Michigan, Riley's speech
and writing reflects a sharp and harmonious Midwestern cadence; his versatile
educational background of fine arts and business is complemented by his many
other accomplishments which enhance his ability to create exciting and credible
fiction. He is a licensed pilot, travels internationally and dabbles in amateur
photography. He has even enjoyed some minor acting roles within his
What's
New? Riley is writing a Vietnam War tale, "The
Tunnel Rats -- Into the Shadows of the abyss" A nonfiction adventure of an
elite unit of American mavericks -- led by multiple war-medal earner, Sgt.
Thomas E Wergen -- who would blindly descend into the
dank darkness to meander, creep, seek out and encounter the enemy where even
the most courageous were unwilling to venture --- the dreaded and
combat-terrifying jungle tunnels built by the North Vietnamese forces. Wergen's
group was officially acknowledged "Tunnel Rats" as their record of
harrowing feats gradually emerged, especially with the destruction of the
major Saigon enemy tunnel,
Also read an excerpt from Riley's new chiller to be completed soon: The Bloodthick Deliverance. Let Riley know what you think
Do you have COMMENTS or a STORY for Riley to Consider... Perhaps yours ?? E-mail: Riley@rileystjames.com to send him comments...
Riley's Popular Quote: "A fiction character's name should be as fitting to his behavioral makeup as a glove to his hand. 'Margaret' --- in story --- is not a fiery attorney carving up the courtroom opposition, where 'Lacey' is."
Riley Believes: Falling in love is the most grandest of emotions; falling out is one of the cruelest.
Riley's Creed: If you're not deeply feeling every emotion that you're writing, you're not authoring, you're only recording.
Riley's Epitaph: Dying may turn
out to be the best day of my afterlife ...We'll see ... Riley St James
In the meantime, visit Riley's booth at the UCLA LA Times Festival of Books April 24-25, 2010 for autographed books......