Ask the Author: S.L. Stoner

“I would love to answer any questions about the new book, Preservation.” S.L. Stoner

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I just sent a "suggestion" to Multnomah County Library that they purchase "Preservation" - hopefully asap. Looks like it's releasing today (woo hoo!). I'm eager to read it! Will it be out as an e-book first?

S.L. Stoner Hi Nancy,

Thanks for writing and for the reviews you've given the Sage stories. Preservation is out as both an ebook and a paperback. Multnomah County Library has always stocked the series and I did send them a postcard BUT I am sure the nudge from you will make it happen sooner rather than later. Isn't this weather interesting??? We got to tromp around in the woods today and didn't get wet! Take care and be well, Susan

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I've been keeping an eye out for your next book. Any chance it will released soon? I'm also curious about whether you collect Portland/Oregon historical documents, e.g. photographs, old maps, or have a resource at a library or historical society you turn to?

S.L. Stoner Hi Nancy! Sorry for the delay. I was out of the country and away from the internet for a while. The next book is Bitter Cry and it will go on sale November 15, 2019. As for where I get the historical facts, that varies with every book. At this point, I have a pretty extensive library with an emphasis on contemporaneous writings. Of course, the historical society, city archives, state archives and public library have all provided info. The University of Oregon Historical Newspaper database is wonderful. But, sometimes, I have to go farther afield. For The Mangle I went to the Marylhurst historical library. For Land Sharks, I went to the San Francisco maritime library, for Dead Line, I spent a lot of time in the Prineville historical society library, and for Black Drop, I visited the US Congressional Library in D.C. and the Mt. Angel monastery library. The one I am researching now should take me to even more interesting places. It's always an adventure. Thank you so much for interest and support. It is greatly appreciated!

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What mystery in your own life could be a plot for a book?

S.L. Stoner I've had lots of adventures but can't say I have any "mystery." So, my life offers no fodder for a mystery plot.

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What’s the best thing about being a writer?

S.L. Stoner I get to imagine a life where bad things are conquered and the good guys win...every time.

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What’s your advice for aspiring writers?

S.L. Stoner Write something that you would want to read. And have fun imagining your very own world.

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What are you currently working on?

S.L. Stoner The fifth book in the Sage Adair series, called Dead Line. It takes place in 1903 in Central Oregon and involves the range war between cattle and sheep men.

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