Our SPFBOX interviews continue with W. B. Biggs, author of Stone-Cold Alibi.
SPFBO (the Self-Published Fantasy Blog Off) is a free online contest run by author Mark Lawrence. 300 authors compete across ten judging teams to see who will be the winner! You can read more about the contest here.
[Detective Joseph Seraph’s] not just any detective; he has a unique talent for summoning spirits, which he uses to solve cases, such as the one that starts off the book—a murder most foul. Then there’s Angel, who runs a bar in New Orleans for the supernatural crowd. She’s a total badass with a sword and isn’t afraid to use it.
INTERVIEW WITH W. B. BIGGS
Tell us a little about yourself and let our readers know which blog you’ve been assigned to for SPFBOX!
What makes your SPFBOX book unique?
Every author and character has a unique voice, and in Stone-Cold Alibi, the story unfolds through the perspective of Detective Joseph Seraph. If reading Urban Fantasy is like enjoying a cold beer after a long day’s work, then reading Stone-Cold Alibi is akin to savoring a glass of aged whiskey—smooth, complex, and with a punch that lingers.
Do you have a favourite character from your SPFBOX entry? Tell us about them!
Picking a favorite is like asking a parent to choose between their kids. There are two that are locked into a tie. First, there’s Detective Joseph Seraph, our protagonist. He’s not just any detective; he has a unique talent for summoning spirits, which he uses to solve cases, such as the one that starts off the book—a murder most foul. Then there’s Angel, who runs a bar in New Orleans for the supernatural crowd. She’s a total badass with a sword and isn’t afraid to use it.
If reading Urban Fantasy is like enjoying a cold beer after a long day’s work, then reading Stone-Cold Alibi is akin to savoring a glass of aged whiskey—smooth, complex, and with a punch that lingers.
What are you currently working on?
I’m constantly juggling multiple projects. My upcoming novel in the Ye Olde Time Religion series is getting its final polish for an October 2024 release. Meanwhile, I’m swimming through developmental edits for the next installment of The Final Testament of Mankind. And, of course, I’m working on finishing the highly anticipated sequel to Stone-Cold Alibi.
Stone-Cold Alibi
Step into a world where the lines between reality and the supernatural blur in an electrifying new thriller: Stone-Cold Alibi.
In the heart of New Orleans, a chilling murder rocks a local diner, thrusting Detective Joseph Seraph into a realm where angels, demons, and spirits intertwine with mortal lives. As the body count climbs and cryptic symbols point to an otherworldly presence, Detective Seraph embarks on a relentless quest to unmask a killer unlike any he’s encountered before.
But in a battle where conventional methods fall short, Detective Seraph unveils an unexpected arsenal—summoned spirits that lend an edge to his investigation. As he navigates a shadowy underworld and uncovers long-buried secrets, he races against time to halt the malevolent schemes of a mastermind.
With each turn of the page, Stone-Cold Alibi takes you on a roller-coaster ride of supernatural intrigue and pulse-pounding suspense. Can Detective Seraph decipher the cryptic clues, bridge the gap between worlds, and confront the darkness lurking beneath? Or will he become entangled in a web of mystical forces beyond his control?
Prepare for a mind-bending journey that will leave you questioning the boundaries of reality and the depths of human darkness. Are you ready to face the unknown?
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ABOUT W. B. BIGGS
Born on a lonely outpost nestled among the far reaches of the stars, W. B. Biggs grew up searching for cosmic space wizards. Looking for magic, he found it nestled safely between words. His wife and children remind him of the majestic magic that binds all reality together in a complex weave of beauty. He currently resides on an obscure branch of the great tree Yggdrasil which roots burrow deep into the Mississippi soil.
