ABOUT K.E. GUZMAN
Passion for Words
Why Historical Fiction Author K.E. Guzman Writes Such Wonderful Stories
The truth lies, as so many wonderful things do, in a love story.
Once upon a time, a tiny boy sat at his father’s knee listening to the tales of history. His eyes opened wide to the possibilities of the world. As his father wove stories about the Aztec empire, the youngster fell in love with history.
His budding romance only grew in high school. His history teacher, a Russian Orthodox priest, brought lectures to life. The influential men and women bled from the words of the textbook and clung to the teen’s imagination.
When the teen grew into a man, he never forgot these stories. They followed him on his travels through Europe and the Middle East, where he collected even more.
The budding romance of the man’s youth turned into a deep love. He had a drive for learning, experiencing, and sharing history. Such a love that he wanted to share these treasured stories.
Determined to weave a compelling story of his own, the man became a historical fiction author. The type of historical fiction author who meticulously writes each word. The one to craft the story to carry an underlying message. The kind who gives insight into the lives of those who actually walked through the time.
As he built up each character, the historical fiction author anchored them. He rooted one after the other in his own love and knowledge of history. He sprinkled this experience on every sentence. He painted every scene with precision and passion.
When he finished creating his first works, the historical fiction author sat back in his chair. He thought about those early stories of the Aztec Empire. He knew with deep certainty that history has a place on every bookshelf and a home in every reader’s heart.
He signed his name with pride to his first work and published it out into the world. He knew it would make its way into the hands of eager readers. And might even be the catalyst of their own love affair with history.
Are you that reader? Fall in love with the incredible works of historical fiction author K.E. Guzman for yourself.
An Exciting Peek Behind the Scenes: How K.E. Guzman Actually Became a Self-Published Author
Once the first novel was complete, historical fiction author K.E. Guzman faced a question. The question every author must answer. Should he self-publish, or should he publish through a traditional publishing house?
He knew the best place for his novels wouldn’t be in the hands of some large corporate story factory. So he set out to become a self-published author.
It was an uphill climb. Becoming a self-published author came with so many uncertainties. But he still stood firm.
He wanted the freedom being a self-published author would grant. He could control the timeline, the finances, and even his own marketing. So he forged through. He asked the big questions. Did the hard research.
He found a lot of questionable programs advertising help. He tripped over a few lemons. But then he found the place to become his self-published home.
The self-publishing company that proved to be the best fit was IngramSpark. They allowed him to format, print, and distribute his novels. Best of all, it was through their global network. All with helpful pointers and lessons on each step.
He could even choose to keep his novels as ebooks, or actually print physical copies. These would sell in any stores supplied by IngramSpark. He could push his stories out into the wide world.
He uploaded his first novel into the interface, and the rest is history.
Want to see the pretty product of self-published historical fiction author K.E. Guzman? Take a peek, and support a self-published author while you’re at it!
Stock up on copies of For King and Country Book One: The Calling. Book two isn’t far behind!
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How Readers Like You Can Support Self-Published Authors
Self-published authors get their support from one place: their readers.
These authors do everything for their readers and hope for a little lift in return. Working to help support them is the best way a reader can show their appreciation!
Here are five ways you can help build up your favorite self-published authors.
Post about this amazing historical fiction author K.E. Guzman on social media
Ask about the For King and Country series at your local library
Give a book from the For King and Country series as a gift
Write a review of For King and Country Book One: The Calling
Buy For King and Country Book One and preorder For King and Country Book Two
Read For King and Country Book One today! Get it on Amazon here, and leave a review. Support self-published authors!
Want to Be an Overachiever? Go a Step Further.
Leave copies of For King and Country on the bus!
Suggest it as a self-published author option for your book club!
Hand it out on street corners!
Scream about your favorite historical fiction author from the roof of your building!
Maybe that last one goes a little too far…
Reach Out and Keep Connected With Your Favorite Historical Fiction Author
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