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An Oregon Storyteller

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Novelist Mike Walters Posing with Sasquatch at Trees of Mystery in Klamath, CA

From Explorer to Stories

From a young age, embracing the richness of my imagination fueled me. My Oregon roots, countless outdoor adventures in the PNW, and love for storytelling inspire tales that immerse readers in the mysteries and rugged beauty of Southern Oregon.

Novelist Mike Walters kayaking and photographing Galesville Reservoir in Southern Oregon

From Photog to Author

As a teen, I embraced my 110 camera and captured fleeting moments in the wilds of Southern Oregon. Seeing the outdoors through the lens shapes my novels, blending the landscape's mystery and beauty into stories that linger like a photograph.

Mike Walters Novelist mountain biking in the Pacific Northwest

From My Life to the Page

My life experience shapes every story I write, drawing from the paths I’ve traveled, the people I’ve met, and the lessons I’ve learned. My journey as a writer is one of discovery, transforming personal challenges and growth into narratives that resonate with readers.

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Curious About My Photography

My love for photography began when I built my first pinhole camera at the age of 9. Click the DayDreamer button to the left and you can explore some of my images.

📚✨ Big news ✨📚

My books are now on the shelves at Oregon Books & Games in Grants Pass!
📖 Stop in & grab a copy — and Memories of an Ash Covered Sky will be arriving there very soon too.

Even more exciting: an author event is on the way. 📅 Stay tuned for when you can come hang out, chat stories, and get your books signed!

Support local 📚 ❤️

#mikewaltersnovels #ashcoveredsky #localauthor #oregonbooks #grantspass #booklover #booksigning #supportlocal

🔥 Dive into the reflections of @mikewalters on family, fire, and healing in his latest blog post, 'An Author's Thoughts on Family, Fire & Healing.' Discover the parallels between the quiet unraveling of relationships and consuming flames. 💔 Healing is a journey that requires courage and vulnerability. Head to the link in bio to read more. 🌟 #FamilyHealing #Relationships #NewBlogPost #AuthorThoughts #MemoriesOfAnAshCoveredSky

Fire can be a powerful metaphor for healing and the complexities of family relationships. Join me on this journey of reflection and storytelling. Link in Bio

📚✨ Happy 4th of July!

Today we celebrate freedom — and what better way than supporting those who live it every day: independent authors.

Two of my favorites:
👉 @clwaltersauthor — fearless, heartfelt stories
👉 @maciauroraauthor — raw, emotional, unforgettable

Buying their books, leaving a review, or sharing their work helps keep their voices alive — and gives you a story you won’t forget.

So between the BBQ & fireworks… grab a book by an indie author. Support freedom of expression. ❤️

Tag your favorite indie authors below! Let’s celebrate them today. 👇

#IndependenceDay #SupportIndieAuthors #CLWalters #MaciAurora #ReadIndie #IndieAuthorsRock

Escape the digital world and dive into the raw beauty of the Oregon Outback! 🌄 Experience wild trout, eerie lakes, and the inspiration behind my new novel. What’s your favorite escape? #OregonOutback #MikeWaltersNovels #Adventure #NatureLink in Bio

When I sit down to write a novel, the first thing that comes to mind isn't a plot or a character—it's a place. 🌍 Dive into my latest blog post, 'Stories Rooted in Place: How Landscape Shapes the Stories We Tell.' Link in Bio #WritingInspiration #LandscapeStories

📸 Happy National Selfie Day! Join the fun and share a selfie with your favorite Mike Walters novel! Tell us why it speaks to you in the comments. We can't wait to see your smiles! 😊📖 #SelfieDay #MikeWaltersNovels #ReadersUnite #BookLovers

🍸 Shake it, don’t stir it! Join me, and Mr. Gull, in celebrating National Martini Day by sharing your favorite martini recipe! Let's see who can mix the best one! Check out more fun at https://wix.to/rEbFEC3 🎉 #MartiniMadness #Cheers #MixItUp

As kids, we often think our parents have it all figured out. But through the years, I've learned that it's the struggles and lessons that truly shape our love and legacy. Discover what fatherhood has taught me about letting go. Link in Bio #Fatherhood #Legacy #Love

🔥 This is who I am. I burn, I write, I rebuild. Dive into my latest blog post where fire symbolizes transformation and resilience. A journey through the ashes awaits! Link in Bio

What do you keep inside? In our fast-paced world, we often bury emotions and memories. My latest blog dives into this topic and encourages self-reflection. Link in comments.

Some characters refuse to stay on the page. Dive into the intriguing blend of fiction and reality in my latest blog post! Discover how personal stories shape my characters. Link in Bio

New find in the shop clean up. Vintage Libby’s Carafe +. #libbys #carafe #recycle #mikewaltersnovels

A book cover can hold the essence of a story within its design. Curious how it's done? Head over to my latest blog post! Link in Bio #BookCovers #WritersLife #MikeWalters

Beautiful afternoon in Sunny V. Just chillin on the patio with #zapps , Hatch #bitchin sauce and my homies.

Every writer knows the haunting silence that follows typing 'The End.' How do you determine when your novel is really done? Dive into my latest reflections on creativity and closure. Link in Comments.

Every story has a heartbeat, a world you can almost touch. 'Building a World You Can Hold' is not just a tale, it's an experience. Link in Bio #Storytime #Literature #Memories

Fiction meets reality! 🌌✨ Discover how nostalgia is transformed into tangible treasures. Dive deeper into 'From Fiction to Figure' to see how our stories shape who we are. Link in Bio

Handing over the reins to the formatting crew like 📚🙌 Excited to see the final product! Share your tips for letting go of the editing madness below! ✨ #BookCoverDesign #FormattingInProgress #StorytellingJourney

The fire was real. The story is fiction. But the grief, guilt, and hope at the heart of Memories of an Ash Covered Sky come from a very personal place. Check out my blog post
#newblogpost

New #coverreveal for Memories of an Ash Covered Sky. Sh!t is gettin' real. Closer and closer for my fifth novel, dropping later this month. Pre order is going to be available soon.

#FireAndHealing #RisingFromAshes #AfterTheFire #StoriesOfResilience

Check out my blog post. Come on, please. :-)
#newblogpost #mikewaltersnovels #memoriesofanashcoveredsky #almedafire

Okay, next cover reveal. I got my novel back from the editor yesterday. Final stretches of publishing lay ahead. Target is a April 30 launch of Memories of an Ash Covered Sky. What's missing?
#pnwmysterywriters #coverreveal #whattodoinsouthernoregon #mysterynovel

Next up. You following? Any opinions on what the graphic designer is creating? Added a building because the real Almeda fire torched a bunch of businesses and homes. Not feeling this though. Thoughts?

#pnwmysterywriters #coverreveal #whattodoinsouthernoregon

Okay, next iteration. For those of you in Rio Linda that means the next version. Happy with the progress but not yet a Freddie Freeman bottom of the 10th. Google it! Notice the subtle changes in the woman? No, well pay attention. :)

#pnwmysterywriters #coverreveal #whattodoinsouthernoregon

Like my wood, don't you? I knew you'd say that, 'cause your... Guess the missing word and win a copy of my new novel, Memories of an Ash Covered Sky set to release in April of this year.
#oregonmysteries #pnwmysterywriters #whattodoinsouthernoregon

Happy Valentines Day everyone. Next up in the cover creation for Memories of An Ash Covered Sky, coming soon, hopefully April. Not happy with the young woman's appearance. Increase in flames seems better. Not liking something with the eye; other than these things, not bad. 🤣

Well I decided to go on a health kick, so introduced Jefferson Farm Kitchen Fireside Cider into my Farm Crafted Organic Prairie Gin martini and…palate blown! The spectacular organic gin with the benefits of amazing cider lol. Gotta love the health benefits of organic. Your welcome. Thanks, Chef Kristen.

Okay, next up from the graphic design team for my upcoming novel, #memoriesofanashcoveredsky the next iteration, (5), and fine tuning of the novel cover. Making progress based on what I envision and what I hope to convey in the story, but not there yet. What do you think? 😊

Not to overshadow my upcoming release, #MemoriesOfAnAshCoveredSky, I find myself at work on my latest adventure, #TheTrailsWeLeaveBehind https://www.mikewaltersnovels.com/blog/the-trails-we-leave-behind-love-loss-and-the-shadows-that-follow

Okay, #MemoriesofanAshCoveredSky is at the editor. Time to start my next novel. Taking votes on which story to finish next. Go to my website to read samples of both options. Respond with either Number 1-The Selection, or Number 2-Fractured Reflections via IG messenger and enter yourself for a chance to win. I'll pick one random response to win a signed copy of Memories of an Ash Covered Sky coming this April. Whoop Whoop!

https://www.mikewaltersnovels.com/my-next-novel
Thanks!

My expression after paying 15$ for cardboard and black water. #sfoblows #thegetoutsideguy #gratefulforlife A real breakfast required the title to my pickup. 😭

No secret entrance to Narnia or Harry's wizard school . Just more junk.

#recyclethatjunk #whattodoinsouthernoregon #mikewaltersnovels #thegetoutsideguy

Bear with me today is recording is a little longer than normal but you'll understand why in a moment.

#thegetoutsideguy #recyclethatjunk #mikewalternovels

Well what do you know? I figured out an item.

#thegetoutsideguy #recyclethatjunk #whattodoinsouthernoregon #mysterynovel #mikewalternovels

Sorry I'm a bit late on indigenous people day Hope you all had a pleasant holiday!

#whattodoinsouthernoregon #mysterynovel #thegetoutsideguy #mikewalternovels

Give it a gander. https://www.mikewaltersnovels.com/post/oregon-s-hidden-gems-locations-you-ll-find-in-the-rogue-river-incident

The clean up continues, good grief.

#recyclethatjunk #thegetoutsideguy #mikewaltersnovels

Get outside this weekend.

#pauldavislovesongs #mikewaltersnovels #thegetoutsideguy

Benny and the Vet part 2.

#thegetoutsideguy #mikewaltersnovels #batrelocation

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An Oregon Storyteller

Learn about my path as a mystery author in the Pacific Northwest

From Explorer to Stories

From Photog to Author

From My Life to the Page

Curious About My Photography

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Pacific Northwest Mystery Novels

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An Oregon Storyteller

Learn about my path as a mystery author in the Pacific Northwest

From Explorer to Stories

From Photog to Author

From My Life to the Page

Curious About My Photography

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Follow me on Instagram

Pacific Northwest Mystery Novels

Contact