BAIPA member David Johannesen recently had a reading and signing in a local book store, selling 24 copies of his book Falcons and Seagulls, a Utah Tale. And not only that, but a Los Angeles producer is looking at as a possible TV movie. Congrats David!
His new novel has been described by Kirkus as “… a winding, [romantic and political] thriller.” It is set in Utah and Massachusetts, home of its “reluctant” heroes,” two “tribes,” the Mormons and Quakers. Readers have pondered what is fiction and fact in a story where Howard Hughes and the Mormon Church secretly assist Israel complete its nuclear preparedness in the early 1970s. A glance at his blog link will show further commentary, including assurances from his long-ago Oxford mentor that the book is one story, not two.
David Taylor Johannesen was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, a fifth-generation Mormon and great-great grandson of Church President, John Taylor. He grew up, and was educated from an early age, in Massachusetts, where he found the plain quietude of the Society of Friends, and lived there for a number of years with his wife, Linda. They have moved recently to Northern California with their Border collie Fallon.Authors
One of my favorite things about BAIPA is its culture of generosity, the willingness — even eagerness — to share what we have each learned in the process of bringing stories to life. We provide educational programs, networking, marketing opportunities, encouragement, and information on industry vendors and services. And lots of one-on-one advice and mentoring.
We welcome all who have an interest in making connections within the world of independent publishing and learning more about how to publish and sell their work successfully. Together we are raising the standard of independent publishing and helping our members thrive.
Do join us!
—Becky Parker Geist, BAIPA Board of Directors, President
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