NEWS RELEASES 'POWER'S GARDEN' WINS ESTEEMED LITERARY FICTION AWARD > AUTHOR TAKES HOME AZ AUTHORS ASSOCIATION AWARD > GRIPPING FIRST NOVEL TAKES CENTER STAGE > MEDIA QUESTIONS What inspired you to write Power's Garden, and what is the most important message you hope to convey? Who will the novel most appeal to? What was your primary goal in writing it? You've expressed a lifelong interest in the American Southwest. Having been born and raised in Canada, what first drew you to Arizona? When were you first introduced to the Kielberg Canyon shootout, and what lessons can we learn from this tragedy today? During your visit to Power's Garden, you had a unique experience with your gas tank. Tell us what happened and how it applies to the lessons outlined in your novel. How did the historical animosity between Texas ranchers and Mormon settlers in the Gila Valley arise? How do you think WWI impacted the conflict? How about geographical climate/longstanding drought? Why do you think the cultural conflict addressed in Power's Garden is still evident today, and what lessons can we learn from Power's Garden that would benefit modern society? Power's Garden was painstakingly researched for historical precision. How did you collect this information, and why do you think accuracy is so important? How is writing historical fiction different than nonfiction? What can both genres teach us about human nature? The Beecham and Brennick families are fictional characters entwined in an embattled historical setting. Do you think they are reflective of rural Arizona's early Mormon settlers and Texas ranchers at large? Does Power's Garden have a happy ending? And is it the end? What are your future plans for Duett and Mellie? Power's Garden is prefaced with a quote by G.T.W. Patrick. Please provide us with this quote and tell us what it means. Published by Five Star Publications, Inc. Price: $15.95 / Paperback / Historical Fiction ISBN: 978-1-58985-124-5 Website: www.PowersGarden.com