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C. Robert Jones
It's Dangerous to Go Alone...
Welcome to Artist Alley!
Here you'll find a collection of folks I've met and worked with during my professional journey. Follow the links to find out more about them and check out their work!
The Authors
James Young
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James Young is a Missouri native who escaped small town life via an appointment to the United States Military Academy. After completing his service in the Army, Mr. Young moved to Kansas to pursue his doctorate in U.S. History. Fiction is his first love, and he is currently the author of the Usurper’s War (alternate history), Vergassy Chronicles (space opera), and Scythefall (apocalyptic fiction) series, all of which are available via Amazon or Createspace. Currently living in the Midwest with his loving spouse, Mr. Young spends his time completing his dissertation while plotting new, interesting ways to torment characters and readers alike.
As a non-fiction author, Mr. Young has won the 2016 United States Naval Institute’s Cyberwarfare Essay contest and the U.S. Armor Center’s Draper Award for a battle analysis of the Golan Heights. He has been published in Proceedings, the Journal of Military History (“The Heights of Ineptitude”), and placed in the James A. Adams Cold War Essay Contest.
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00AVKCQZQ
Blog: https://vergassy.com/
FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/ColfaxDen/
Twitter: @Youngblai
Susanne L. Lambdin
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Susanne L. Lambdin (born 1962, Wichita, Kansas) is better known for her 'based in part' writing credit for Star Trek: The Next Generation Eps. 76 "Family" - remember when Wesley Crusher met his father on the holodeck when he turned 18 years of age? This was Susanne's story sold to Star Trek in 1990. Since then she's dedicated herself to writing fiction.
Having worked for Paramount Pictures from 1986 thru 1994, she beamed home to spend time with her family and to write fiction. Her genres includes horror, supernatural, action/adventure, high fantasy, Gothic and historical romance, steampunk, and sci-fi (of course).
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Realm of Magic: Seeker of Magic is the first fantasy/supernatural novel in her new trilogy. Follow the adventures of Taliesin, Mistress of the Raven Clan, on the search for the most powerful magical sword in the realm - it's up to Taliesin to end a civil war and restore magic to a realm where it is outlawed by the king. If you want to read about female characters, then this is the series for you.
Her Dead Hearts Novel series involves teenagers fighting zombies in the Colorado Rockies, and her knowledge of zombies has won her the name of The Zombie Lady among her fans. Five books are published in this series: Morbid Hearts (published in 2012, on the Watermark Books Bestseller List), Forsaken Hearts, Vengeful Hearts, Defiant Hearts and Immortal Hearts.
Authors that inspired her as a child: Edgar Rice Burroughs, JR Tolkien, Anne Rice, Frank Yerby, and Marion Zimmer Bradley. She claims to have read every book in her elementary school, reading an average of five books a week. She also writes three to four novels a year (that means she has a stockpile).
When not writing, Susanne attends comic cons throughout the United States and sometimes Cosplays (she loves gals with swords). She's also been known to write fanfiction on the side; something she calls 'taking a break'. Her panels on "How to Write Your First Novel", "The Strategies and Tactics of Writing", and "Zombies 101" are fun and informative. Helping young, aspiring authors learn the tricks of the trade, along with offering tips and guidelines, are always a part of her panels. "There's more than enough room in a library for a new novel," she often tells young writers. "Don't get discouraged. You're time will come."
Check out her websites: susannelambdin.com and deadheartsnovel.com
READ DEAD HEARTS NOVELS and REALM OF MAGIC!
Dakota Caldwell
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K-State Mechanical Engineering student. Certified friendly farm boy. Kansas native. And now, a published author, with a second bouncing bundle of ink and paper joy just released!
Caldwell's first full length novel, Project Nomad is an exciting sci-fi romp through the world of theoretical what-ifs in quantum mechanics. When a rushed research project malfunctions, a ragtag group of displaced strangers find themselves fighting to survive in a post-apocalyptic nightmare world built within a mysterious dome labeled NOMAD. Can Jacob and his small group escape the dome and the blood-thirsty militant factions trapped inside with them? Read Project Nomad to find out!
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His next book Legacy of the Purple (Legacy of the Stonewielders) (Volume 1) just released in June 2017! Check out the summary below:
"Founded upon the Mayan Empire, the Stonewielders have long since hidden themselves from the world. When a group of mechanically altered humans discovers their existence, technology clashes against magic, and chaos ensues. Thirty years after the war ends, Daniel Potsay is perfectly content to stay on the sidelines, letting others take care of the lingering effects of the uprising. However, when old factions rise back to the surface, his entire family is drawn into the fight. Innocent or not, he must put everything on the line for them, or risk losing them forever."
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Find out more about Dakota Caldwell and what he's up to at https://dakotacaldwellauthor.com/
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Find his books at Amazon HERE !
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Dane G. Kroll
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Dane G. Kroll graduated from the University of Kansas with a degree in Film and Media Studies. Tired of watching reruns and remakes, Dane started writing his own books to entertain himself. Now, he is the writer of several books including, the giant monster rumble, Realm of Goryo, the fantasy epic, Eluan Falls, and the thrilling horror, Black Friday.
To find Dane's books or learn more about them and other exciting projects, including the Kaiju Asault Card Game, check out danegkroll.com or facebook.com/danegkroll.
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Lynn E. Main
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Lynn E. Main is a writer and the hardworking father of three growing boys named Evan, Camden and Aiden along with his wife Bronwyn. He lives in rural South Western Kansas and works at the local hardware store and very hard at raising his kids. In the spare time Lynn creates fantasy worlds filled with intrigue and rich engaging characters. His first offering on the pyre to the Literature Gods is Zombie Waltz, a trilogy that follows an unlikely and begrudging hero, Les (Dead Boy), as he attempts to traverse the horrors of an all too real zombie invasion. Part 1 & 2 of this Zombigy are available now and will be the showcase of his table at area conventions. His work is also available at Amazon.com HERE.
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More information about Zombie Waltz and Lynn E. Main can be found at Facebook.com/DeadBoyslife
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The artwork for the covers is licensed to Lynn E. Main by Demifaux.
For more information about this fantastic young artist please visit their portfolio at https://drawcrowd.com/demifaux
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The Artists
Kent Willmeth
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Kent Willmeth graduated from Nemaha Valley High School in 2014. He attended Kansas State University, and he is currently in the process of transferring to Bethany College in Lindsborg, KS to study Video Game Design with leanings towards the art side of things.
Kent has done a number of private contract illustrations including promotional work for C. Robert Jones featuring characters from Ash to Ashes. Other credits include cartoon illustrations for the K-State campus newspaper The Collegian and a privately held collection of Big 12 mascots featuring "Willy the Wildcat" getting the upper...paw.
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If you're a member of LinkedIn, you can find Kent's Profile below:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kent-willmeth-b6357111a/
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Seth Groves
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Seth Groves is an artist and illustrator based out of Wichita, KS where he also works for the US Air Force. He's originally from Indianapolis, IN, but has rapidly learned the Kansas territory as he and his wife, Macey, travel the convention circuit to display and sell prints of his outstanding works of art, all the while picking up new commissions along the way. His subject matter ranges across the board from Star Wars to DC Comics to Marvel Comics to Video Games to miscellaneous concept art, and he recently completed a Bladerunner 2049 concept poster for a promotional contest that is mind-blowingly good (Sneak Peak HERE). Check out his work in person at your local convention or expo, and you may even catch him working on a new project!
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Keep your eyes peeled for updates on Seth... there is currently plotting in the works for projects down the road...
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You can find Seth's online portfolio and artist vendor page at http://sethgrovesart.bigcartel.com/ and follow him on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/sethgrovesart/
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The Actors and Producers
Jack Voraces
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Jack Voraces is an ACX.com narrator and producer based in Birmingham, England, UK. His audiobook narration for Ash to Ashes is NOW AVAILABLE on Audible, iTunes, and Amazon! When he isn't lending his delightful voice to Ashton and friends, Jack stays busy trying to figure out brilliant ways to kick cancer in the face with his research team, practicing wilderness survival techniques with his mates, and spending time with his lovely wife and newborn daughter. A special thanks to Mrs. Voraces who started Jack on the narrator's path by having him read her the "Harry Potter" series. I have to imagine that was a fantastic performance as well.
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The Photographers
Andee Rettele
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Andee Rettele is a professional photographer based out of Fairview, Kansas. In addition to family photos, weddings, and senior pictures, she specializes in getting grumpy bald guys in green sweaters to cooperate and smile for the camera. You may recognize her work from pretty much any area family's wall décor, but specifically you'll find the headshot she did for me in the back cover of Ash to Ashes and just about every promotional website I've put together. Her work even looks great blown up as a giant convention banner! (You know the lady has crazy awesome skills if she can get this mug to look good as a 3 ft x 5 ft print!)
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Andee is a joy to work with. She's upbeat, funny, and you can tell she enjoys what she does (even when the morning sky is overcast and it's stupid-chilly pre-winter weather). If you're in the area and looking for a shutterbug for your family and professional needs, I highly recommend Andee.
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Find contact information and get an idea of what Andee can do for you and your family at:
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