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Ann Shepphird

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Where did you get the idea for your most recent book?

Ann Shepphird The idea for "The War Council, University Chronicles Book 1," came about when I was in my late 20s and early 30s and attending graduate school in film…moreThe idea for "The War Council, University Chronicles Book 1," came about when I was in my late 20s and early 30s and attending graduate school in film/tv at UCLA. This lead to teaching communication studies at both UCLA and Orange Coast College. Not only was I teaching communications (both interpersonal and mass), I was encountering a lot of communication-related drama in my own life, with the bulk of the conversations centering around love and life.

Being rather analytical and the type of person who can find humor in almost any situation (which, yes, can get me in trouble), I started to wonder what might happen if we could make love logical — and hence avoid all the drama we seemed to be inflicting on ourselves — with the help of a paramilitary group like those I saw on "Mission: Impossible" or "The A-Team."

"The War Council" developed out of that original idea. I don't think it's a spoiler to say that one of the themes of the book is that love is not logical (although it can sometimes use a little help). I hope you will enjoy the journey of the characters as they come to learn just that.(less)

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

Ann Shepphird The plot for "Destination: Maui," the first book in my Destination Murder Mystery series (which is scheduled to be published in January 2022), was ins…moreThe plot for "Destination: Maui," the first book in my Destination Murder Mystery series (which is scheduled to be published in January 2022), was inspired by my work as a travel writer. I was on a press trip that involved a ride on restored vintage trains from NYC to Montreal. At the first dinner at our hotel in NYC, I realized that one of the other writers was a particularly difficult person. When I called my husband that night and told him, he said "so if there is a murder on the train, we know who it will be." And thus, the idea for a mystery-solving travel writer was born. (less)

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	Destination Maui (Destination Murder Mysteries Book 1) 4.24 avg rating — 45 ratings — published 2022 — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Destination Monterey (Destination Murder Mystery Book 2) 4.28 avg rating — 32 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Destination Lake Tahoe (Destination Murder Mysteries Book 3) 4.35 avg rating — 23 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The War Council (University Chronicles Book 1) 4.05 avg rating — 21 ratings — published 2021 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Italy Affair (University Chronicles Book 2) 4.10 avg rating — 10 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Destination New York City (Destination Murder Mysteries Book 4) 4.80 avg rating — 5 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The War Council: University Chronicles, Book 1 by Ann Shepphird (Goodreads Author), Megan Mackie (Goodreads Author) (Narrator) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Destination Maui: Destination Murder Mysteries, Book 1 by Ann Shepphird (Goodreads Author), Lauren Davis (Goodreads Author) (Narrator) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Ann Shepphird liked Becca's review of Destination Maui (Destination Murder Mysteries Book 1): "A really good start to this series. I love the details of the surroundings. Hawaii is so beautiful and it was great to feel like you were there. The characters were so fun, with the exception of the Ascot 🤣. I love that she came up with nicknames for" Read more of this review »
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Ann Shepphird liked J's review of The War Council (University Chronicles Book 1): "This is the first book I've read by this author but so much fun! I loved the storyline and flow. Great characters, a bit over the top but come on, I think we all know that's what to expect - right?!? Full of entertainment, these characters were just " Read more of this review »
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Ann Shepphird liked Indie's review of The War Council (University Chronicles Book 1): "loved it !!! love Maggie... and her concept and council members... this is a super funny rom/com... a total must read !!! I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review."
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Ann Shepphird liked Molly's review of The War Council (University Chronicles Book 1): "a collection of women address love and the related challenges. is it like weather, and you just have to go with it? does your man need a zap in the butt to get him out if it, and remove your resentment from your relationship equation? is it a battlef" Read more of this review »
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