Ask the Author: Alan Hlad
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Alan Hlad
Dear Bonnie,
Thank you so much! I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the books. There is nothing better than having a story transport you to another time and place. As for a favorite location, I have many of them. In the US, I love Ohio, especially the Cuyahoga National Park, and Portland, Maine. In Europe, some of my favorite cities include Lisbon, Paris, Valencia, Florence, and a beautiful town in Scotland called Oban. I'll do my best to keep the books coming. Many thanks for taking the time to write!
Thank you so much! I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the books. There is nothing better than having a story transport you to another time and place. As for a favorite location, I have many of them. In the US, I love Ohio, especially the Cuyahoga National Park, and Portland, Maine. In Europe, some of my favorite cities include Lisbon, Paris, Valencia, Florence, and a beautiful town in Scotland called Oban. I'll do my best to keep the books coming. Many thanks for taking the time to write!
Alan Hlad
You are very welcome, Kellie. I'm deeply grateful for your kinds words. Yes, I've received feedback that the books evoke emotion. It is my hope that readers will love the characters and their stories. Thank you again for taking time to write. You made my day!
Alan Hlad
Hello, Kellie! Thank you for your questions. My mother inspired my writing career. Throughout my childhood, she gifted me loads books and encouraged me to read and write. I feel fortunate to have a parent who fostered my passion for storytelling. As for a favorite book, it is difficult to pick one. However, I'm thrilled for the release of my upcoming novel, THE BOOK SPY, that will be released January 2022. The story is inspired by real-life librarian spies of the OSS, the World War II predecessor to the CIA. It was a ton of fun to research and write the story, and I'm excited for you to read it. Many thanks!
Alan Hlad
Thank you so much, Kellie! I'm thrilled to hear that you loved the book. Your CCI dogs sound incredible!
I'm passionate about animals, and I was inspired to write THE LIGHT BEYOND THE TRENCHES after reading an article about the first guide dog training school that was established in Oldenburg, Germany in 1916. And THE BOOK SPY was inspired by real-life librarians who were recruited to the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), the World War II predecessor to the CIA. These brave librarians were deployed to neutral European cities, where they acquired and microfilmed Axis publications for Allied intelligence services.
I'm honored that the story resonated with you. Many thanks for taking time to write!
I'm passionate about animals, and I was inspired to write THE LIGHT BEYOND THE TRENCHES after reading an article about the first guide dog training school that was established in Oldenburg, Germany in 1916. And THE BOOK SPY was inspired by real-life librarians who were recruited to the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), the World War II predecessor to the CIA. These brave librarians were deployed to neutral European cities, where they acquired and microfilmed Axis publications for Allied intelligence services.
I'm honored that the story resonated with you. Many thanks for taking time to write!
Alan Hlad
Hello, Ila! Thank you for your note! I love historical fiction, especially tales set in WWII. THE BOOK SPY was inspired by real-life librarians who were recruited by the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), the WWII predecessor to the CIA. Yes, I enjoy reading many historical fiction writers who write tales in this time period. Also, I'm delighted to share that the audiobook will be released on January 31, 2023, a week after the print release. Many thanks for taking time to write. I'm excited for you to listen to the story!
Alan Hlad
Hi Javier,
The Spanish edition of Churchill's Secret Messenger will be published in 2023. I have not received the specific date from my publisher, Planeta. Many thanks!
The Spanish edition of Churchill's Secret Messenger will be published in 2023. I have not received the specific date from my publisher, Planeta. Many thanks!
Alan Hlad
Dear Javier,
THE LONG FLIGHT HOME is translated into about 12 languages, most recently Dutch. My new novel, A LIGHT BEYOND THE TRENCHES, was translated last month to Spanish (La luz de la Esperanza). I hope this helps! Many thanks!
THE LONG FLIGHT HOME is translated into about 12 languages, most recently Dutch. My new novel, A LIGHT BEYOND THE TRENCHES, was translated last month to Spanish (La luz de la Esperanza). I hope this helps! Many thanks!
Alan Hlad
Thanks so much, Desiree! I'm thrilled for you to read Churchill's Secret Messenger. The book is scheduled to be released April 27, 2021. Happy reading!
Alan Hlad
Dear Roberta,
I'm deeply grateful for your kind words, and I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the book!
Yes, the Dover Library event has been postponed. We are working on a new date, which will likely be in May or later. Once finalized, the updated schedule will be posted on the Dover Library website, as well as my website, alanhlad.com.
I'm excited for your book club to read the story, and I'm looking forward to meeting you at the Dover Library! Many thanks for taking time to write.
All the best,
Alan
I'm deeply grateful for your kind words, and I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the book!
Yes, the Dover Library event has been postponed. We are working on a new date, which will likely be in May or later. Once finalized, the updated schedule will be posted on the Dover Library website, as well as my website, alanhlad.com.
I'm excited for your book club to read the story, and I'm looking forward to meeting you at the Dover Library! Many thanks for taking time to write.
All the best,
Alan
Alan Hlad
Dear Laura,
Thank you so much for your message! I am deeply honored and grateful for your kind words, and I’m thrilled to hear that you loved the book! Simon Vance is a fabulous narrator, and I'm grateful to have him narrate the story.
I’m current working on two additional books for my publisher (one set in WWII and the other WWI). Hopefully, you will not have a long wait for more stories.
Many thanks for taking the time to write. Happy Reading!
All the best,
Alan
Thank you so much for your message! I am deeply honored and grateful for your kind words, and I’m thrilled to hear that you loved the book! Simon Vance is a fabulous narrator, and I'm grateful to have him narrate the story.
I’m current working on two additional books for my publisher (one set in WWII and the other WWI). Hopefully, you will not have a long wait for more stories.
Many thanks for taking the time to write. Happy Reading!
All the best,
Alan
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