Book Spotlight, Author Interview & Giveaway: Hey, Charlie, You’re Next by Michael Judkins

Michael B. Judkins, is a local creative residing in the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania. He holds an Associate in Science in Journalism, Bachelor of Science in Human Services, and a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling with over 20 years in the field of Human Services.

Michael self-published his first poetry collection titled, “Introduction to Sentimental Me”. After the release of this collection, Michael was signed to Aois 21 Media publishing house which published his second poetry collection released title, “Interlude to Sentimental Me.” In addition, to the “I Stand- Podcast” and “Interlude to Sentimental Book Tour (Maryland, Virginia, Washington D.C, Bethlehem Pa, and Allentown, PA) which also included a virtual book tour (blog sites).

During this time, Michael started his independent film career in 2016, as a script supervisor on a short film produced in the Lehigh Valley area of PA. This project opened the door for Michael in the local film industry in the Lehigh Valley. After this, Michael worked on several film projects throughout the next few years as a production manager, production assistant, Key Grip, and Producer. Michael also has written, produced, and directed his first stage play titled, “Interlude to Sentimental Me Stage Play.”

connect with the author: website ~ facebook ~ instagram ~ youtube ~ goodreads

What are your hobbies?

I love listening to music and watching streaming shows, especially Disney + for Marvel and Star Wars.

Is there a specific ritualistic thing you do during your writing time?

I walk back and forth when an idea is sparking for me.

How did you do research for your book?

I start with the feeling and emotions I want to deal with during the project. If I’m in a dramatic, however enlightened mood then I need to look closer to friendship’s theme of betrayal.

What advice would you give budding writers?

You have to enjoy your creative process and believe your voice has a lane. No matter what!

How long have you been writing?

My writing journey started in High School. I’d write short stories and poems and would not share the writing. I wrote a poem on the back of a global studies test and my teacher read the poem and graded me an A.

Tour Schedule:

June 20 – Cover Lover Book Review – book spotlight / giveaway
June 21 – Library Lady’s Kid Lit – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway
June 21 – My Reading Getaway – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway
June 22 – Sandra’s Book Club – book spotlight
June 23 – Kam’s Place – book spotlight / author interview
June 23 – Amy’s Booket List – book spotlight / giveaway
June 23 – The Phantom Paragrapher – book spotlight / giveaway
June 24 – Hall Ways Blog – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway
June 24 – Paws.Read.Repeat – book spotlight
June 27 – Locks, Hooks and Books – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway
June 28 – Book Zone Reviews – author interview / book spotlight / giveaway
June 28 – Splashes of Joy – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway
June 29 – Lisa’s Reading – book spotlight / giveaway
June 29 – fundinmental – book spotlight / giveaway
June 30 – Character Madness and Musing – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway
June 30 – Literary Flits – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway
July 1 – Chit Chat with Charity – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway