Timothy Micheal Carson
Author of "When the Truth Lies"

Timothy Michael Carson is a native of Orlando, Florida, but currently resides in the suburbs of Atlanta, Georgia. Currently attending Georgia State University, he is avidly working to complete his undergraduate degree in journalism, public relations.

Timothy’s ultimate passion is writing. In spring 2009, Timothy self-published his first novel “When the Truth Lies” under his own imprint Ready2Speak Publishing. “When the Truth Lies” received moderate success. It has been the featured novel of several book clubs and was spotlighted on the B.R. Burns Blog Radio Show. “When the Truth Lies” saw sales throughout the United States, South Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.

In the summer of 2009, Timothy has contributed R&B album reviews, concert reviews, and artist interviews for the New York Times’ subsidy About.com: R&B Guide.

In fall 2009, “When the Truth Lies” caught the attention of Strebor Books, which is a part of the Simon & Schuster Publishing family. Strebor Books contracted “When the Truth Lies” and is currently re-releasing and revamping the novel. The latest edition boasts new chapters, a new cover design, and a new ending.

The expected re-release of “When the Truth Lies” is August 2010, and readers will be able to visit their local retailers in-store or online to acquire copies.

Presently, Timothy is working on his second novel, tentatively titled “Love’s Damage” and his third novel, which is the sequel to “When the Truth Lies.” When not writing, Timothy can be found giving advice to other up-and-coming first time writers that are trying to get their voices heard.

Things to know about author Timothy Michael Carson:

Born: August 4

Zodiac: Leo

Hometown: Orlando, Florida

Favorite Color(s): Rust/Clay/Earth Orange

Favorite Writers: Langston Hughes, Eric Jerome Dickey, Kimberla Roby Lawson, the late E. Lynn Harris, and several other African American writers.