Hery Acosta — Memoir, Trauma Recovery, Inspirational Nonfiction

Location: Hillsboro, Oregon

Bio:
Hery Eddie Acosta is a survivor of child abuse and neglect who has dedicated his life to helping young people heal from trauma. With more than twelve years of experience as a teacher’s aide in the Hillsboro School District, he has worked closely with at-risk and special-needs children. Through his platform, Eddie in the Rough: Becoming a Diamond, Hery empowers youth to recognize their resilience, reclaim their stories, and believe in the possibility of transformation.

Books:
• Eddie in the Rough: Becoming a Diamond — an inspirational memoir about overcoming childhood trauma

Buy Online:
📘 Amazon: Eddie in the Rough

Freya Aguiar

Freya Aguiar is a fantasy author, mother of three, and founder of The West Witch, LLC.

A lifelong lover of enchanted stories and misty coastlines, she crafts tales filled with magic, heart, and the rhythm of the Pacific Northwest—where she writes beneath fog and stars.

Her debut novel, Water Wishes: Bound by Tides, invites readers into an oceanic world of mermaids, destiny, and dark secrets that swirl beneath the waves.

Website: thewestwitch.com

Adriana Baer 

Adriana Baer is a theatre director, educator, and arts leader with over 20 years of experience.

She has held leadership roles at Profile Theatre and Cutting Ball Theater and directed productions at Portland Center Stage, Artists Repertory Theatre, and Houston’s Alley Theatre.

Founder and CEO of I’m Into This Place, a Clark County–based media company, Adriana also hosts a podcast of the same name.

Through Claim Center Stage, she coaches speakers and creatives to share their stories with confidence and purpose.

Website: imintothisplace.com

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Crafty Wee Bothy – Lorna Lambert

Handcrafted nature and literature-inspired ceramics for home and garden décor, plant markers, ceramic buttons, scarf rings, etc.

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Crescent Candles

Non-toxic soy candles and wax melts hand-poured in Vancouver, WA.

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Paula Charles

Paula Charles writes cozy mysteries with wit and warmth from her home in Washington State, where she lives with her patient husband and a lively mix of furry and feathered companions.

She’s the author of the Hometown Hardware Mysteries and the Zen Goat Mysteries (written as Janna Rollins).

A member of Sisters in Crime—national, Guppies, and the Columbia River chapter—Paula’s debut novel Hammers and Homicide was featured in Woman’s World.

Visit her at www.PaulaCharles.com.

Steven J. Craig 

Emergency Preparedness, Maritime History, Travel & Memoir

Location: Olympia, WA & Yuma, AZ

Bio:

Steven J. Craig is a retired Coast Guard Reserve Captain with more than 38 years of active and reserve service. A former U.S. Postmaster and university professor, he has played key roles in major national and international disaster responses—including Hurricanes Katrina and Ike, the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, the 2010 Haiti earthquake port recovery effort, and the 9/11 response in Seattle. He holds a Master’s degree in Emergency Management and has worked with federal, state, county, and local agencies. Steven now writes and speaks on maritime history, emergency preparedness, travel, and real-world disaster experiences, earning praise for both his expertise and storytelling.

Books:
• Disaster and Emergency Preparedness Checklist  an accessible, practical guide to resilience planning for families and communities
• All Present and Accounted For: The 1972 Alaska Grounding of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Jarvis — the true story of a heroic maritime disaster and survival
• Italy Travel and Adventures: Rome, Venice, The Cinque Terre and Nearby Villages  humorous and helpful travel insights from Craig’s time living and exploring in Italy

Buy Online:
📘 Amazon Author Page: Steven Craig
🌐 Website: https://stevenjcraig.com
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 Deb Cushman

Books:

FRIGG'S JOURNEY TO ANASGAR | PING'S MYSTERY IN PIXIANDRIA

Deb Cushman writes fantasy adventure stories for children and teens.

A lifelong storyteller, she began crafting imaginative tales in grade school and never stopped.

Her career in libraries deepened her passion for connecting young readers with great stories, including helping to establish an arts school library.

Now living in the Pacific Northwest, Deb draws inspiration from its forests, mountains, and beaches—and delights in sharing her love of reading and imagination with her grandchildren.

Website: DebCushman.com

Jeff Davis 

Paranormal Research, Ghost Stories, PNW Folklore, Military History

Location: Vancouver, Washington

Bio:
Jeff Davis is a Pacific Northwest author and historian best known for his work in paranormal research, ghost lore, and regional mythology. Born in Vancouver, Washington, Jeff has appeared as an expert on Coast to Coast AM, Haunted History: Northwest, Ghost Adventures, The Dead Files, Alaskan Killer Bigfoot, and other national TV programs. A veteran of the U.S. Army and Army Reserves, he served in Italy, South Korea, Japan, Bosnia, and Afghanistan in roles ranging from infantryman to military historian. Jeff holds a B.S. in Anthropology and an M.A. in Archaeology and has worked as a field archaeologist throughout the Pacific Northwest. He is the author of multiple books on ghosts, folklore, and military history, including the bestselling Weird Washington and Weird Oregon.

Books:
• Weird Washington — bestselling guide to Washington’s legends, folklore & haunted places
• Weird Oregon — companion volume exploring Oregon’s strange stories
• Additional titles on ghosts, mythology, and military history 

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🌐 Website: https://jeffdavisghostguy.com

Debby Detering

Debby Detering writes stories that explore family, resilience, and faith.

A longtime Washington resident, she crafts historical and contemporary fiction that highlights human connection in the pre-digital era.

Her works include Three Tales, God with Us, Panama and Beyond, and Sunshine Summer.

The Aunt Tabby series brings middle-grade readers face to face with history, while her forthcoming novel follows teens aging out of foster care.

Debby’s writing blends compassion, courage, and a deep belief in the power of love and hope.

L J Dix

Books: Diplomat’s Apprentice series (12 books), Starship Cat series (suitable for all ages, 4 books), Star Trader Independence (4-5 books), Empire’s Rogues (probably 3 books by June)

LJ Dix grew up surrounded by books and encouraged by her mother’s love of science fiction and fantasy.

Her first series grew out of stories she told her children on long car trips.

With an MBA and a background in global supply chains, LJ blends real-world logistics with interplanetary adventure in her sci-fi tales.

A devoted animal lover, she often includes animal companions in her stories—and shares her home with three opinionated cats.

Website: LjDix.com

Sue Dockstader

Sue Dockstader has worked internationally as a lawyer, writer, and editor, contributing to print and online publications in London, Hong Kong, and the U.S.

She recently collaborated with her 90-year-old mother, Jo Coker, to create a charming children’s series about a curious mouse exploring the English countryside.

Inspired by the publishing journey, Sue is now turning to adult fiction. She writes about life in retirement on Medium while crafting a novel featuring loyal dogs and wise women.

Rebecca M. Douglass

Rebecca M. Douglass has lived across the West—Idaho, Arizona, California, Washington, and briefly Maine—but now calls the Seattle area home.

A lifelong book lover and avid hiker, she writes both children’s and adult fiction, including the Ninja Librarian series, Pismawallops PTA cozy mysteries, and the new Seffi Wardwell Mystery series.

After seventeen years working in her local library and volunteering in schools, Rebecca now devotes her time to writing, travel, and adventures shared with family and friends.