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  • Ellen Butler | Wmbg Book Festival

    < Back Ellen Butler Ellen Butler is the international bestselling author of the Karina Cardinal mystery series, hailed by Publishers Weekly as “intelligent escapism.” Drawing on her firsthand experience working on Capitol Hill and with a national medical association in Washington, D.C., Butler delivers high-stakes, fast-paced thrillers rich with authenticity, intrigue, and insider detail. Beyond contemporary suspense, Butler is also the acclaimed author of the Ariadne Winter historical mystery series and multiple award-winning works of historical spy fiction. Her novel The Brass Compass earned widespread recognition, including the IndieReader Discovery Award and a Readers’ Favorite Silver Medal for Historical Fiction. The sequel, Operation Blackbird: A Cold War Spy Novel—inspired by true events—captured the prestigious Next Generation Indie Book Award Gold Medal for Historical Fiction, cementing Butler’s reputation as a master storyteller across genres. Next

  • Elizabeth Duncan-Hawker | Wmbg Book Festival

    < Back Elizabeth Duncan-Hawker Elizabeth Duncan Hawker is an award winning speaker on communications, Business trainer, and bestselling author of COLLECTING TRUE FRIENDS. With warmth, humor, and practical insight, she has helped thousands learn how to cultivate meaningful relationships, strengthen trust socially and professionally, and leave loneliness behind—without compromising their values. A mother of three and woman of faith, Elizabeth blends real life stories with proven connection strategies that empower and resonate with readers of all ages. COLLECTING TRUE FRIENDS reveals that authentic friendship is a skill anyone can learn. Visit Elizabeth’s table, meet the author, and discover how TRUE connection transforms your life. Next

  • J.S. Furlong | Wmbg Book Festival

    < Back J.S. Furlong J.S. Furlong has told stories all her life. She has written, directed, and produced for theatre, circus, film and television. She is the author of the best selling speculative supernatural suspense series THE UNIMAGINABLES and middle grade series Meredith's World featuring tween versions of the Unimaginables' main characters. Under her maiden name, Jennifer Albright, she is the author of Antagonists: Mind’s Eye Theatre for Vampire: The Masquerade, and played a small, but pivotal role on Buffy: The Vampire Slayer. Between novels, she raises dairy goats, works in the theatre and stays close to her espresso machine. She lives in an 1850's Virginia farm house with her husband and four teenagers. Next

  • Michael Gryboski | Wmbg Book Festival

    < Back Michael Gryboski Michael Gryboski was born and raised in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area. He graduated from George Mason University with a bachelor of arts and then a master's, both in history. In addition to writing fiction, Michael also writes news articles for a living. Michael would rather be correct than widely accepted. Next

  • Sandy Hope Stewart | Wmbg Book Festival

    < Back Sandy Hope Stewart Sandy Hope Stewart is the author of a memoir of life as a military spouse as well her debut Christian Fiction, Entertaining Angels. She has been featured in Decision Magazine and Today's Christian Living. She and her retired military husband spend most of their time with their family, including nine grand-children and one great-grandchild. Next

  • Nicole Glover | Wmbg Book Festival

    < Back Nicole Glover Nicole Glover is the author of the acclaimed historical fantasy series, Murder and Magic, which includes The Starseekers. Her books have received rave starred reviews for their unique blend of mystery, history, and fantasy and have been featured in NPR and local media, En Forme and the Virginian-Pilot. She's been a Library Reads pick, made the Locus bestseller list, and most recently won The Webster Award. She lives and works in Virginia plotting her next fictional murder. Next

  • Tabitha Mann | Wmbg Book Festival

    < Back Tabitha Mann Tabitha “Tabbie” Mann, also known by her pen name Dorcas Renee, is a licensed clinical social worker, author, playwright, and local television personality. She wrote her first book, Dinosaur Brains, after studying how fear functions as the brain’s safety system. Written for children ages 6–10, the book is also used as a therapeutic tool with readers of all ages. Bitten by the writing bug, Tabbie has since written and produced ten plays and two novels exploring displacement, family, and the quest for safety: Y’all Chose This: The Diaries of Trina Pardo and Wait! What? The Decimation of Lady Liberty. She is a well-known storyteller in the DC metro area and co-hosts The Loveys Entertainment Review Show on Comcast Channel 2. Next

  • D. L. Farrar | Wmbg Book Festival

    < Back D. L. Farrar D. L. Farrar’s working career spanned over forty-five years in book and magazine publishing. She has authored short stories, books, plays, and a Hollywood screenplay with an HBO option. Organizations have sought her talent to write plays, drawing thousands of people to hear devotional inspiration through her imagination. Her unique ability to successfully combine science fiction and faith has produced stories of interest to fans of multiple genres. D.L.’s latest book, “Vincent and the Grief Masters” mixes a sci-fi murder mystery, demons, heroes and forces of hope, faith, and love. The sequel, “Forbidden Fruit,” is coming in 2026. Find her at https://dianalfarrar.wixsite.com/dlfarrar Next

  • Chris Whitlatch | Wmbg Book Festival

    < Back Chris Whitlatch Chris Whitlatch is an author, game creator, and nonprofit marketer, but he especially likes to be known as a storyteller. With a lifelong passion for animals, he has just release a new series called Animal Heroes. The first book is all about goats and their superpowers. Next

  • Jacqueline T. Johnson | Wmbg Book Festival

    < Back Jacqueline T. Johnson Jacqueline Johnson is an award-winning author and seasoned editor. She is best known for her five-book fantasy series, Sons of Meir, which explores themes of loyalty, power, and transformation. Jacqueline’s editorial expertise spans developmental editing, copy editing, and proofreading across fiction, nonfiction, and academic genres. She has collaborated with publishing houses and independent writers to elevate content while preserving each author’s unique voice. In addition to her fantasy work, Jacqueline has written a culturally sensitive children’s book, The Adventure of Pam & Gayle: Our Visit with Martin, focused on civil rights and its impact on future generations. Her short fiction has earned recognition for its narrative complexity and originality. Passionate about storytelling and community engagement, Jacqueline frequently partners with book clubs and literary organizations to foster meaningful dialogue around her work. Next

  • William R Hogan | Wmbg Book Festival

    < Back William R Hogan William R. Hogan is a fourth-generation US Army officer with a deep and personal interest in World War II history. He is the youngest son of Samuel M. Hogan, one of the Third Armored Division’s most charismatic and successful tactical-level combat commanders in the European Theater. His worldwide service in armored, special operations, and airborne units lends a personal touch of soldierly experience to his writings. He retired from the Army after 22 years of service in the summer of 2024 after serving as the US Army representative to the French Army Staff in Paris. He is currently on the faculty at the Joint Military Attaché School in Washington DC. Next

  • Caroline Crocker | Wmbg Book Festival

    < Back Caroline Crocker Dr. I. Caroline Crocker is a speaker and author who has also worked as a research scientist, a biology professor, the CEO of a startup company, the president of a nonprofit, and a communications expert. She maintains a multifaceted blog, Rambling Ruminations, and is the author of 15 books, including her best-selling World War II narrative nonfiction book, Unforgivable: Through a Child’s Eyes. Caroline is married and has four grown children and eight grandchildren. Next

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