EVENTS
AUTHORS
Come join us at the Heartland Book Festival to meet authors and find books you want to read. We have scheduled events for elementary, middle, and high school students on Friday and writer workshops for Saturday.
2019 AUTHOR LINEUP
We are thankful for the authors who have offered to come to the Heartland Book Festival. You can find information about the authors and their books they will be selling at the book festival. Come on out to meet them and find the books you'd like to read.
Fiction
Biography
Born in Jersey, Joseph Anthony has been a Kentuckian since 1980. He taught English for 35 years in the Community College system, and lives with his wife of 40 years, Elise Mandel. Anthony’s most recent novel, “A Wounded Snake”, was described by U.S. Review in high praise.
A Wounded Snake
Other Books
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Bluegrass Funeral
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Wanted: Good Family
SUE KELLY BALLARD
Biography
Sue Kelly Ballard was born in Kentucky but raised as an army brat in several states and overseas. She recently retired as a professor emerita of chemistry from Elizabethtown Community & Technical College. She received a 2017 National DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) Women in the Arts Award, and resides in Elizabethtown, KY with her husband, Jimmie.
My Blessed, Wretched Life
S.A. CONLEY
Biography
Samantha Conley wrote her first novel, “Carletta”, when she was a 15 year old sophomore at Elizabethtown High School. She attended WKU to hone her writing skills to publish the novel. After graduating with a degree in creative and business writing, “Carletta” is the first in a fantasy fiction series.
Carletta
NELDA SHATTLES COPAS
Biography
Nelda Shattles Copas is an award winning author from Daytona Beach, Florida. She retired in Kentucky after serving in the United States Army as a combat medic and nurse. She received her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from WKU, and has worked extensively with law-enforcement. Nelda currently lives near Fort Knox.
Twisted Obsession
Other Books
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Twisted Desires
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Twisted Revenge
DE DE COX
Biography
Born and raised in Rooster Run, KY, De De traveled on Sundays with her grandmother delivering buttered pies and hankies to those in need. Volunteering and giving back was a big influence on her life and she hopes that you will experience this in her book, “Two Degrees, One Heart.”
Two Degrees One Heart
Biography
Nick Desjardins grew up an army brat, bouncing around the south until settling in Elizabethtown, KY. He has had short fiction published in A Literation, The Underground Literary Journal, Pique Magazine, and Human Parts. He has served as fiction editor for A Literation, and content reader for Birch Gang Review.
In-Between Days
Biography
Ann H. Gabhart, bestselling author of over thirty novels, writers stories using Kentucky history and locations. She’s written about Shakers, small town family life, and mystery. She and her husband enjoy country life on an Anderson county farm.
The Refuge
Other Books
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These Healing Hills
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River to Redemption
Biography
Chris Helvey’s short stories have appeared in numerous reviews and journals. His works include “Whose Name I Did Not Know”, “Claw Hammer”, and “Snapshot.” Helvey currently serves as the Editor in Chief of Trajectory Journal.
Snapshot
Other Books
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Claw Hammer
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Whose Name I Did Not Know
Biography
Elizabeth Isaacs is an author, teacher, and publishing professional who helps at-risk students express themselves through the creative arts. She currently receives invitations nationally to speak at book conventions and author events. Her latest work, “The Scythian Trials”, was a finalist in the 2019 International Book Awards.
The Scythian Trials
ROGER JONES
Biography
Roger Jones is a historian of science fascinated by the way creatures move through the air. In addition to academic writing, he has published short stories, non-fiction pieces in flying magazines, and a coming-of-age novella about a vegetarian buzzard. He lives with his wife, flies powered planes and gliders, and writes in Berea, KY.
Mists of Arltunga
ERVIN KLEIN
Biography
A native of Louisville, KY, Ervin spent years writing business newsletters and legislative updates for trade associations. He began writing fiction about five years ago and published his first book, “Subterfuge.” He is currently working on a family saga set in rural Kentucky in the Elizabethtown area.
Subterfuge
Biography
Amanda Rotach Lamkin is an author and the owner of Line By Lion Publications, LLC, and independent press located in Louisville, KY. Her books run the gamut from picture books to romance, and everything in between. Lamkin resides in Louisville with her husband, four children, and various rescue animals.
Alexandra Campbell: Private Eye
ROSIE LE PAGE
Biography
Rosie Le Page is a new upcoming author. Reviews on Goodreads.com include “Could not put the book down!” and “Cannot wait til the next book.”
Secret Shadow Society: Shadow Bound
Other Books
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Secret Shadow Society: Shadow Children
Biography
R.J. Lee grew up in Natchez, MS, graduating from University of the South (Sewanee) and studying creative writing under Andrew Lytle, then editor of the Sewanee Review. His thirteenth published novel, “Grand Slam Murders,” received enthusiastic reviews from Kirkus, Booklist, PW, Midwest Book Reviews, Mystery Scene, and Suspense Magazines.
Grand Slam Murders: A Bridge To Death Mystery
Biography
Born in Kentucky, Tracy has written stories since her youth. She draws inspiration from her life experiences and background. She has written poems and short stories for both newspapers and healthcare publications in the past. She has lived in California, Tennessee, Florida, and now resides in Kentucky with her family.
Milton
Biography
Truant Memphis is the egocentric yet wildly insecure Kentuckian desperately in search of peace or a buzz. The author has two more titles available, “Littlethumb Sneezed”, and “Post Oh!pocalypto Poppycock.” The stories revolve around themes of good, evil, and the unceasing chaos of existence.
Daffodil
Other Books
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Post Oh!Pocalypto Poppycock
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Littlethumb Sneezed
Biography
T. Stores is the author of three novels and a collection of short fiction, “Frost Heaves,” which is just out from Green Writers’ Press. Her work has appeared in numerous journals and magazines. Honors include grants from the Vermont Arts Council and Barbara Deming Fund, residencies at Bread Loaf, Squaw Valley, and Shiro Oni, and two Pushcart Prize nominations. She is Professor and Assistant Provost at the University of Hartford.
Frost Heaves
Biography
B.K. Stubblefield is a new writer with a passion for animal rescue. Her dog, Harper, was the inspiration for two of her non-fiction books. Born and raised in Germany, B.K. spent many years supporting her husband’s military career. Moving between Europe and the United States, she now makes her home in the small rural town of Elizabethtown, KY.
Secrets in Oak Creek
Biography
Lynn Tincher is an author, public speaker, and executive producer from Louisville, KY. Having been diagnosed with Brugada Syndrome, a rare and fatal genetic heart disease, she is determined to help spread the word about Brugada Syndrome and hopes to help others who are dealing with it. Lynn now lives just outside of Louisville on a farm in Shepherdsville with her husband, Eric.
Where There Is Light
Other Books
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Afterthoughts
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Left in the Dark
Biography
Award-winning author Robert Villanueva lives in Elizabethtown, KY. His work has been published in dozens of print and online journals including The New Southern Fugitives, The Maine Review, The Summerset Review, and The Binnacle. The Heartland Review Press published his first collection, “A Fable of Freedom and Other Stories.”
A Fable of Freedom and Other Stories
