Book pages
Kill the Quarterback A mystery novel.
The Writing Wright A collection of stories, quotations, snippets and wisdom about writing, journalism and the writing life.
Writing for the Mass Media An introductory text to media writing, now in its seventh edition.
Journalism: Who, What, Where, When, Why and How An introductory text to the field of journalism; for use in high school and college introductory courses.
News releases
- New mystery novel weaves Nashville murder investigation
together with life of police reporter
December 1, 2008
A Nashville police reporter finds himself entangled in the murder investigation he is supposed to be covering – and nearly getting himself killed for his troubles – in a debut mystery novel just published by Bushido Press. More
- The Writing Wright now available on Amazon
November 1, 2008
If you enjoy reading about writers and writing -- and looking at some delightful pen and ink drawings at the same time -- you will want to add The Writing Wright to your bookshelf. More
Info about the author
FAQ about the author and his books
Audio interview with the author
Check out this audio interview (4:30) with Jim Stovall about writing Kill the Quarterback. The interview was conducted by Bryce Anderson on Nov. 16, 2008:
Interview index:
• Motivation for writing a novel (:15)
• Protagonist -- is it you? (:55)
• Advice for aspiring young authors (1:35)
• Your job as a teacher (2:30)
• Your hobby of beekeeping (3:20)The music in this interview is played by Frank Story.
Q&As with the author
- Jim Stovall on writing his first novel
- Jim Stovall on interests other than writing
Other web sites and blogs:
- The Writing Wright -- thoughts, snippets, quotations and stories about writing and the writing life.
- JPROF.com (the blog) -- mostly journalism, although occasionally it strays
- Honey Dot Comb -- bees, gardening and other matters of life and death
- First Inning Artworks -- artwork, watercolors, drawings, pen and ink
The author is available for live interviews, talks, seminars, and other appearances.
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