Chris Riley

When I wrote THE SINKING OF THE ANGIE PIPER, the notion that it would one day get published in audio formats never crossed my mind. But that’s a reality I’ve been living with for almost a year, now–and I owe this great opportunity, and honor, to not just my agent, Mark Gottlieb, but to Blacktone Audio, as well as award-winning story teller, Andrew Eiden.

Speaking of Blackstone Audio…

I’m totally excited with the wonderful cover art they put together for my novel, which is showcased at the top of this post. I can’t wait to get that pictured framed, and on my wall!

I am both ecstatic and terrified to announce my first book signing event, scheduled to take place on July 11th, at Third Place Books, in Seattle, Washington. One of the topics I plan on talking about is how, and from where, I drew inspiration for my novel, THE SINKING OF THE ANGIE PIPER. I believe the answer might surprise people. And, I hope that it is also as inspiring to them, as it was for me.

As I prepare my wild journey into becoming a bona-fide NOVELIST, I am forever reminded of the value of home…and for me, that place is somewhere north of here. THE SINKING OF THE ANGIE PIPER is a story set in the untamed waters of Alaska. It is a territory that many of the stories I write (including my current project, as well as a planned third novel), are set in–the Pacific Northwest.

I have no real explanation for why I tend to write within this particular setting. Perhaps I have a deep-seated longing to further explore this wild land. Or maybe I just miss living there, as I spend 6 months out of every year baking in the sun-burnt lands of Central California. Or, maybe I just miss my home. In any case, as much as I have yet to understand my own aspirations, I certainly won’t let such ignorance prevent me from plodding forward.