Chris Coad Taylor, Neighbor

Chris Coad Taylor is the author of two publishednovels, one a suspense women’s fiction and the other a psychological thriller that was inspired by murders in Tampa. Her third book, Beyond Havenridge, a sequel to her first book, will be released mid-2013.Writing and crafting her skills since 2002, she has published several articles on the craft of writing and has been the feature speaker at writing organizations and libraries around Florida. She has participated as a paneliston discussions on both the literary and art world.

She is the founder and owner of JoHazel Publishing, an independent publishing company with a new vision for the future. The company’s business plan focuses on helping authors polish their writing, publish, and market andpromote their books. The publishing company provides an array of services such as promotional and event planning, book cover design, and book trailer production.

Taylor is an active member of in Florida Writers Associationand Mystery Writers of America. She served as the 2008/2009 secretary of the Tampa Writers Alliance and president in 2010/2011, and maintains membership in artistic groups and associations. Her creative journey in life has included work as an author, accomplished artist, and photographer.