I owe my interest in painting and art in general to a very talented high school teacher, then later in life to an incredibly talented local artist from whom I took classes. He inspired me to try all forms of artistic impression. As for my love of writing, I've kept personal journals for years, and have always been an avid reader - the next logical step was writing "seriously" and sharing my creative expressions with others. My personal influences would certainly include my parents. My father was a career Air Force officer and "closet writer", and my mother was a lively socialite/housewife who was known to "push the limits" and in doing so encouraged me to do the same.  I've been inspired as well by my favorite authors including Lawrence Block, Lee Childs, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Parker, and literally DOZENS of others.  I'm a big-time reader and find inspiration in fine writing from whatever source.

My first mystery novel was nominated for the Library of Virginia Award in Fiction for 2005.

I've had poetry and short stories published in addition to my mystery novel, "The Mystery of David's Bridge". I had thought I might write a mystery series however I've changed my mind and will just do a sequel instead. I have other projects in mind that doing a series would distract me from! Because I've always loved to paint and draw, I decided after many years to share some of the work that I've kept for myself in my studio. I have a line of blank notecards which carry pictures of my artwork on the front which I sell through my website. Somehow that's more rewarding to me than all the work I've sold in shops, galleries, and private showings over the past thirty years.

Pamela June Kimmell, Author
My website has details on ME, where I'm appearing for signings, updates on my sequel, links to purchase my book, and a page devoted to displaying what I call "artcards" which feature my oil paintings, pen/ink drawings and photography. The notecards are available for purchase through Paypal. Even if you aren't interested in buying notecards, you can see my favorite original paintings there.....won't you stop by and visit? You can also sign up to receive regular updates from me when I add artwork or when I finish writing projects.

Jerry Pat Bolton
Jerry is a good friend and great writer. He has a page here - many of you know him but take a minute to visit his personal webpages....lots of good stuff to read! Jerry's books are for the most part available on Lulu.com.

pm terrell
Patricia Terrell is a masterful thriller/mystery writer with a number of truly great books published. She has a two-book series based on one of her ancestors who survived as a captive of the Indians and escaped back in the early settling days of our country - it's VERY well written and based on her ancestor's journal. She also authored a wonderful book on book promotion; everything is available on her website.

Queen JawJaw (Georgia Richardson)
Georgia Richardson truly is the queen of "funny" ! She has the gift of humor in a BIG way - her book is bound to bring a smile and her website is fun.