Author Archives: Michael A. Ventrella

We all know about the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse: Death, War, Famine, and Pestilence riding on pale horses and all that Book-of-Revelation stuff. But why does it have to be four guys on horses? Why not the Four Cheerleaders … Continue reading →

After Tobias Brandt dies suddenly, his eldest son, with the support of his siblings, writes an obituary and has it published in the local newspaper. But instead of celebrating their father’s accomplishments and honoring his memory, it’s a scathing, contemptuous, … Continue reading →

We had a great time at the Liars Club annual workshop, back after a few years gone (due to COVID). Special thanks goes to all the presenters: Sahar Abdulaziz, Kelly Jensen, Victoria Marie Lees, Susan Moore Jordan, Mary Ann Moore, … Continue reading →

David Gerrold is an award-winning author whose best-selling novels have been made into movies (“The Martian Child”) and who has written for many TV shows, including Star Trek (he wrote the famous “The Trouble With Tribbles” episode), Babylon 5, Twilight … Continue reading →

We had a great conference! Thanks so much to the presenters and the people who came! We learned a lot and had a great time. Click on a picture to enlarge it!

There are The Karens, The Kevins, and now, The Garys. Gary Meseler made it his business to be in everyone else’s business. Not a day went by when Gary didn’t find something or someone to complain about, which made him … Continue reading →

Pocono Liar founder Michael A. Ventrella’s latest nonfiction book is now available from McFarland. Billboard magazine named The Beatles the greatest performing musical act of all time, and their albums continue to chart to this day. This is no surprise … Continue reading →

We’re back! You can now sign up for the 2023 Conference at this link. SCHEDULE 9:00: Check in 9:30: MICHAEL A. VENTRELLA: Introductions 9:45: HILDY SILVERMAN: “What Editors Look For”: With so many submissions to sift through, what can a writer do to … Continue reading →