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An Oregon Storyteller

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

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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.

Novelist Mike Walters Daydreamer badge to view his photography on Viewbug

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.

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