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Queer Writers of Crime Podcast - April 19, 2022
Mikel J. Wilson was a guest on the Queer Writers of Crime podcast. "I expected the discussion of my books, but I was surprised by how much I opened up to host Brad Shreve about some deeply personal aspects of my past."
Cadence O'Mare's Crystal Found - April 10, 2022
The fifth crystal in the Sedona Crystal Scavenger Hunt has been found! Congratulations to Chance Pedersen and her son, locals of Sedona, AZ, who spotted Cadence O'Mare's crystal at Coffee Pot Rock!
Along with the crystal and a cool water-tight case, they won a $100 Amazon gift card. Three more crystals are out there waiting to be found.
Travis Harper's Crystal Found - December 8, 2021
The fourth crystal in the Sedona Crystal Scavenger Hunt has been found! Congratulations to Lisette Landingin of Manvel, TX, who spotted Travis Harper's crystal at Bell Rock!
Along with the crystal and a cool water-tight case, she won a $100 Amazon gift card. Four more crystals are out there waiting to be found.
Mourning Dove Mysteries Theme Song - November 7, 2021
The Mourning Dove Mysteries book series now has an official theme song!
Mitchell Briar's Crystal Found - October 26, 2021
The third crystal in the Sedona Crystal Scavenger Hunt has been found! Congratulations to Adam, who spotted Mitchell Briar's crystal near Wilson Mountain during a special ceremony.
Adam wishes to remain anonymous and declined the $100 Amazon gift card. Five more crystals are out there waiting to be found.
Rev. August Briar's Crystal Found - October 16, 2021
The second crystal in the Sedona Crystal Scavenger Hunt has been found! Congratulations to Daniel Clarke of Phoenix, AZ, who spotted Rev. August Briar's crystal at Shaman's Dome (aka Shaman's Cave or Robber's Roost)!
Along with the crystal and a cool water-tight case, he won a $100 Amazon gift card. Six more crystals are out there waiting to be found.
Lily Wickline's Crystal Found - September 28, 2021
The first crystal in the Sedona Crystal Scavenger Hunt has been found! Congratulations to Jean Furgerson of San Jose, CA, who spotted Lily Wickline's crystal near Secret Canyon while on a Pink Jeep tour with her fiancé!
Along with the crystal and a cool water-tight case, she won a $100 Amazon gift card. Seven more crystals are out there waiting to be found.
Sedona Scavenger Hunt Now Open - September 28, 2021
Crystals for eight characters have been hidden throughout Sedona at places they visited in the book. Each discovered crystal is worth $100.
Sedona: The Lost Vortex Now on Sale - September 28, 2021
Available in hardcover, paperback, audiobook or ebook format.
Sedona Crystal Scavenger Hunt - September 28, 2021
To celebrate the launch of the 10th anniversary edition of Sedona: The Lost Vortex on September 28, crystals for eight of the novel’s characters will be hidden throughout Sedona at sites they visited in the book.
A reward ($100 Amazon gift card) will be offered for each crystal discovered, and a bonus ($500 Amazon gift card) will be awarded if the same person unearths all eight.
The scavenger hunt begins September 28 and will continue until the last crystal is found. Video clues to each crystal's location will be posted on launch day.
Sedona: The Lost Vortex Playlist - September 7, 2021
The playlist for the 10th anniversary edition of Sedona: The Lost Vortex complements the metaphysical tone of the novel.
Tony on the Mic Podcast - August 8, 2021
Mikel J. Wilson engaged in a fun-filled discussion of his life, his books and pop culture in general with Tony on the Mic.
A Light to Kill By Now on Sale! - August 3, 2021
Give customers a reason to do business with you.
Interview for the San Diego Union-Tribune - August 1, 2021
Mikel J. Wilson's interview about his life and books appeared in the Sunday edition of the Union-Tribune, one of the largest newspapers in the country.
A Light to Kill By Playlist - July 20, 2021
The playlist for A Light to Kill By is now available on YouTube and Apple Music.
Cover Revealed - June 10, 2021
The 10th anniversary edition of Sedona: The Lost Vortex will be available September 28, 2021.
10th Anniversary Edition of Sedona
In honor of the 10th anniversary of the publication of Sedona: The Lost Vortex, the contemporary science fiction novel has been revised and is getting a new cover. The new edition will be available September 28.
Newspaper Interview - May 2021
A full-page interview of Mikel J. Wilson appeared in some local newspapers, including Del Mar, Eastlake, Encinitas, Kensington, North Park and Rancho Bernardo.
San Diego's Local Author Spotlight - May 2021
The Writers Festival of San Diego selected Mikel J. Wilson for the Local Author Spotlight.
Podcast Reviews Mourning Dove Mysteries - May 25, 2021
The Queer Writers of Crime podcast highly recommended Murder on the Lake of Fire.
Kirkus Review of Death Opens a Window - May 21, 2021
"Captivating characters star in this mesmerizing whodunit packed with secrets."
Cover Revealed! - April 15, 2021
Publishing August 3.
Book 3 Coming August 3, 2021
Cover Reveal - April 14
Publication - August 3
Italian Version Available - May 15, 2020
French Version Available - September 18, 2019!
French Version Available - September 18, 2019!
The Italian version of Death Opens a Window - La Morte Apre una Finestra - went on sale May 15, 2020.
French Version Available - September 18, 2019!
French Version Available - September 18, 2019!
French Version Available - September 18, 2019!
The French version of Murder on the Lake of Fire - Meurtre sur le Lac en Feu -went on sale September 18, 2019.
Speaking at San Diego Pride Saturday, July 13
French Version Available - September 18, 2019!
Book-signing Event in Rome, Italy a Huge Success!
Mikel J. Wilson will be speaking at the San Diego Pride Festival about the Mourning Dove Mysteries book series and the importance of having realistic LGBTQ characters in literature. We'll also have free gifts and a book-signing. Come join us at the Lit Cafe (through the main entrance and to the left) at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 13. Hope to see you there!
Book-signing Event in Rome, Italy a Huge Success!
Book-signing Event in Rome, Italy a Huge Success!
Book-signing Event in Rome, Italy a Huge Success!
Mikel J. Wilson attended a book-signing event at Librerie Ubik in Rome, Italy June 7 for Omicidio sul Lago di Fuoco, the Italian version of Murder on the Lake of Fire. Three Italian actors read excerpts from the book, and the attendees asked questions of the author.
"This event far exceeded my expectations," said Wilson. "I loved meeting
Mikel J. Wilson attended a book-signing event at Librerie Ubik in Rome, Italy June 7 for Omicidio sul Lago di Fuoco, the Italian version of Murder on the Lake of Fire. Three Italian actors read excerpts from the book, and the attendees asked questions of the author.
"This event far exceeded my expectations," said Wilson. "I loved meeting everyone, and hearing the book read in Italian made me wish I could write in that language because it just sounded so beautiful." Wilson added, "I was especially happy to finally meet my Italian publisher, Mauro, and everyone from the Italian publishing house, Dunwich Edizioni. Thank you for putting this event together - and for publishing my book!"
Award-Winning Mourning Dove Mysteries Series
Book-signing Event in Rome, Italy a Huge Success!
Award-Winning Mourning Dove Mysteries Series
Both books in the Mourning Dove Mysteries series were honored at the 2018 New Apple Book Awards! Murder on the Lake of Fire won for Best Mystery, and Death Opens a Window won for Best eBook Suspense/Thriller and for Best Cover Overall.
#1 Italian Crime Fiction
Book-signing Event in Rome, Italy a Huge Success!
Award-Winning Mourning Dove Mysteries Series
February 5, 2019, Amazon labeled Omicidio Sul Lago di Fuoco the #1 New Release in Crime, Thriller & Mystery in Italian.
#1 Italian New Release
Italian Version of "Murder on the Lake of Fire" Now on Sale
Italian Version of "Murder on the Lake of Fire" Now on Sale
Shortly after it went on sale, Omicidio Sul Lago di Fuoco became the #1 Italian-language New Release on Amazon.
Italian Version of "Murder on the Lake of Fire" Now on Sale
Italian Version of "Murder on the Lake of Fire" Now on Sale
Italian Version of "Murder on the Lake of Fire" Now on Sale
The Italian version of Murder on the Lake of Fire, or Omicidio Sul Lago di Fuoco, is now on sale! The ebook is available at American online book sellers, but the paperback is only available at Italian distributors.
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Amazon.it (Italian website for the paperback)
"Death Opens a Window" Hits #1
Italian Version of "Murder on the Lake of Fire" Now on Sale
How Do You Say "Murder on the Lake of Fire" in Italian?
December 5, 2018, Amazon labeled Death Opens a Window a #1 Bestseller.
How Do You Say "Murder on the Lake of Fire" in Italian?
How Do You Say "Murder on the Lake of Fire" in Italian?
How Do You Say "Murder on the Lake of Fire" in Italian?
We're happy to announce that we've signed a contract with an Italian publisher, who will now translate Murder on the Lake of Fire into Italian and have exclusive rights to the book in Italy!
The English version of the book has already sold well in that country, so we're excited to see how a native-language version will do. With the Frenc
We're happy to announce that we've signed a contract with an Italian publisher, who will now translate Murder on the Lake of Fire into Italian and have exclusive rights to the book in Italy!
The English version of the book has already sold well in that country, so we're excited to see how a native-language version will do. With the French publisher we secured a few months ago, the book will soon be available in three languages across the world.
French Translation
How Do You Say "Murder on the Lake of Fire" in Italian?
French Translation
How do you say Murder on the Lake of Fire in French? We'll find out soon. We've signed a contract with a publisher in France to translate it and have exclusive book rights in that country.
#1 Mystery Novel
How Do You Say "Murder on the Lake of Fire" in Italian?
French Translation
On February 15, 2018, Murder on the Lake of Fire claimed the No. 1 spot on Amazon's Best Sellers in the Mystery and PI categories.
Articles and Guest Posts
"Tony on the Mic" Podcast - August 8, 2021
Mikel J. Wilson engaged in a fun-filled discussion of his life, his books and pop culture in general with Tony on the Mic.
San Diego Union-Tribune Interview - August 1, 2021
Mikel J. Wilson's interview about his life and books appeared in the Sunday edition of the Union-Tribune, one of the largest newspapers in the country.
Newspaper Interview - May 2021
A full-page interview of Mikel J. Wilson appeared in some local newspapers, including Del Mar, Eastlake, Encinitas, Kensington, North Park and Rancho Bernardo.
San Diego Local Author Spotlight - May 2021
The Writers Festival of San Diego selected Mikel J. Wilson for the Local Author Spotlight.
Interview by Two Ends of the Pen
Wilson discusses a wide range of topics, including his favorite character, the writing process and marketing.
How My Family Survives My Writing
Wilson wrote a guest post for Viviana MacKade on how writing impacts the family dynamic.
Interview by Thoughts in Progress
Wilson discusses the setting of Murder on the Lake of Fire.
Interview by JB's Bookworms
Wilson talks about his writing career and inspirations.