Shane Moore retired as a police detective on Jan 14th 2008 to focus on his writing career. During his 11 year tenure as a police officer he has earned the following awards;
Two citations for bravery.
Two medals for life saving.
He was Officer of the Year in 2005.
He has received over thirty letters of commendation during his eleven year career.
He has been stabbed in the line of duty in 04 and suffered another attempt on his life in 06.
Shane also is a starting linebacker for the Central Illinois Cougars semi-pro football team. He is the team's all time tackle leader. He holds the record for most tackles in a game and has one numerous awards including defensive player of the year in 2005.
In January 2007 Shane's first fantasy novel titled; "A Prisoner's Welcome" was released. Since then he has been taken on a whirlwind ride across the country signing books in Canada and many states. He quickly becoming one of his publisher's best selling books, and number five of 2007.
Shane has gathered praise from many other authors of his genre, including Robert Fanney, John Beachem, Andrea Van Scoyoc, Stuart Clark, and Joe Lawson.
Shane has contracts with artists; "Billy Tackett." (Who recently announced his acceptance as the official "Abyss Walker" artist!)
Daniel Brannan
James Hill
Italian artist superstar-Tebaldi Davide
Shane has recently signed with a company named Mask World to manufacture and sell many items from the series.
Upcoming works from Shane and their tentative release dates;
Book two of the Abyss Walker series; "The Breach of Crowns." -August 14th 2008
Book three of the Abyss Walker series; "Exodus of the Strong." -February 28th 2009
Series graphic novel adaptation; "Abyss Walker" with Artist Tebaldi Davide -February 28th 2009
Abyss Walker spin off graphic novel adaptation; "The Wererat's Tale" with artist James Hill -February 28th 2009
Abyss Walker spin off graphic novel adaptation; "Of Orcs and Generals" with artist Daniel Brannan --February 28th 2009
He lives with his son, Dakota Moore.
As my 2008 continues to fill, check my myspace for more details. http://profile.myspace.com/105102125
I look forward to meeting you.
Here are some APW reviews...
"This is a story tellers tale that moves in and out deftly. If you're looking for a new Fantasy author or just want something new, I recommend Prisoners Welcome..."
-Joe Lawson author of "The Calm Before the Storm
"Moore takes us on a whirlwind ride with politics. deceit, trickery, and backstabbing on a grand scale. You soon discover that young Lance is not the hero of the story, he is in fact the prophetic villain!"
-Mark Adler LBC
"Moore uses his police background to paint the thoughts of villains so accurately you begin to relate with them! I found myself pitying the monster that was directly responsible for the murder of thousands!”
-Police Writers.com
"...That Lance can cast one mean dweamor..."
-SO Magazine
"Fantastic new writer!"
-Alton Telegraph
"I think the things that people are most going to enjoy about this story (and based on comments I've read, I'm right on this point) are the morality of the characters and the labyrinthine plot."
-John Beachem; "Storms of Vengeance"
"A Prisoner’s Welcome is a pretty heft book at 553 pages in length and perfect bound with a pretty good quality. It was daunting in places to read, mainly I had it out on my bed table for a few weeks before I got to finishing it, but overall, I was very glad I did."
-Moonfire Reviews
APW is an epic fantasy work where the veil of good and evil are
clouded by motive and ideals. Though the ends do not justify the
means, there are few clear cut evil characters. Even the main
protagonist is prophesied to be a monster known as the "Abyss Walker"
hence the name of the series. LOL.
I used my extensive Psych and Soc education, coupled with my police
background, to write some deep and dynamic characters that enrich the
already multi-faceted story.
If anyone gets it, let me know. Before you spend you hard earned money
on APW-note that my writing influences are Asimov, Jordan, Dick,
Salvatore, and Robert E Howard. If you can't stand these guys,
probably can't stand me either.
Hope you enjoy it!
~Shane
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