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John Hiller

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John Hiller has been a resident of the Tampa Bay area for over forty years, where he majored in English Literature at The University of South Florida, with a minor in Classical Antiquity. During this time, he acquired a love of Greek Mythology and culture, and after traveling extensively through Greece, set out to write a humorous novel of the ancient gods and goddesses as they may exist today. John currently works as a freelance photographer, often working on projects for various churches, restaurants, and other venues.

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John Hiller I once heard an author speaking about inspiration...the reality of the matter is that inspiration is a dangerous thing. This author (I wish I remember…moreI once heard an author speaking about inspiration...the reality of the matter is that inspiration is a dangerous thing. This author (I wish I remembered who) talked about how writing is a daily grind. It's not only an exercise, but an activity that requires repetition--I would compare it to a golf swing. If you sit around waiting for the clouds to part, and that inspiring idea to descend upon you...you'll never accomplish your goals in writing. I don't believe I feel this to be true for everyone, but it certainly applies to me. My novel took about nine months to write (nearly everyday), and by the end of the process, I had ideas for other projects popping into my head left and right. The daily routine itself is the most inspiring source of ideas.(less)
John Hiller I've always been fascinated with mythology, particularly Greek mythology. I also enjoy humor in many different formats...sit-coms, stand-up, and so on…moreI've always been fascinated with mythology, particularly Greek mythology. I also enjoy humor in many different formats...sit-coms, stand-up, and so on. So when I finally sat down to write my first novel, these two interests seemed to fit together quite well. I simply took the concept of the Greek gods and goddesses still living on top of their mountain, and asked "Whatever Happened to Those Guys?"(less)
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Mount Olympus Whatever Happ...

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One Year Anniversary

As some of you know, this month marks the first anniversary of the release of my first novel Mount Olympus: Whatever Happened to Those Guys? I would like to express my deepest appreciation to the many supporters that have shown their encouragement and enthusiasm, and I’m excited to announce that I have begun the second installment of my Mount Olympus Series. I’m not yet ready to announce a title s Read more of this blog post »
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