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Online Status: Last On: Jan 3, 2009 - 7:01 AM
Profile Views: 2,909
Member Since: February 22, 2007
Location: Hanover , PA
ShoutLife Address: shoutlife.com/mikedellosso
Website: www.MikeDellosso.com
Genre: Suspense/Thriller
Influences:
Dean Koontz, Stephen King, Frank Peretti, Ted Dekker, Kathryn Mackel
News Feed
Saturday January 3
10:42 AM is now friends with Bryn T. Jones, Cynthia, Found This Book, Give Readers Digest and Linore Rose Burkard
General Interests
My main interest is writing supsense novels and short stories. I am also an avid reader.
Music
Todd Agnew, Toby Mac, Third Day, Mercy Me, Casting Crowns
Books
Ted Dekker, Kathryn Mackel, Frank Peretti, Dean Koontz, Stephen King, W. Dale Cramer, Charles Martin
Networks
High School: Christian School of York
York, PA
1984 - 2007
College: Messiah College
Grantham, PA
1990 - 2007
Church: Calvary Bible Church
Hanover, PA
1982 - 2007
Published Works
The Hunted (2008)
After learning of the disappearance of his nephew, Joe Saunders returns to his childhood home of Dark Hills to aid in the search effort. When Caleb is found, badly mauled and clinging to life, Joe embarks on a mission to find the beast responsible. But the more Joe delves into the fabric of his old hometown, the more he realizes Dark Hills has a dark secret, shrouded for three generations in a deadly code of silence. As Joe unravels the truth behind a series of unexplained animal attacks, murder, and corruption at the highest level of law enforcement, he is led to a final showdown where he must entrust his very life into God's hands.

Buy The Hunted Online

A Hole in the Heart (2007)
What's it like to lose a child? What it's like to know that you were the cause of death? My short story, A Hole in the Heart, explores the pain and guilt and eventual acceptance and redemption involved in losing a child.

Buy A Hole in the Heart Online

Coach's Midnight Diner (2007)
My short story, Almost a Hero, is featured in this genre anthology.

Here's the blurb from the book:
"A young gas station attendant begins dreaming of a girl's demise, and is completely wrecked by the experience. But when he sees the girl show up at the gas station, he is faced with a choice that alters his destiny. Dellosso's terrific craft will keep you on the edge of your seat as he rockets you through a harsh reality."

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Groups
'Million Mighty Men' , ACFW Shouters , All Things Suspenseful , aspiring authors , Aspiring Writers and Authors , Author's Gathering , Authors--Readers Connection , Book Addicts Anonymous , Christian e-zines index , Christian Story-Writers , Evolution Revolution , FaithWriters , Lost Genre Guild , Media Room for Literary Art , Reading , Righteous Writers , The Circle , Writer...Interrupted , Writers
QuickLinks: About - Blog - Guestbook

About Mike Dellosso
I am a Christian author who writes outside-the-box, thought-provoking suspense.

Check out my Website at MikeDellosso.com and visit my blog at Wide-Eyed Fiction Blog.

My debut novel, THE HUNTED (Realms Fiction), will be releasing in June. Watch for it!

"A town's deadly secret will drive one man to the edge of his faith.

After learning of the disappearance of his nephew, Joe Saunders returns to his childhood home of Dark Hills. With rumors spreading of a rogue lion roaming the woods, he embarks on a mission to learn the truth. As he peels away the layers of Dark Hills, he discovers a secret that has been shrouded for three generations in a deadly code of silence. Will his young faith be strong enough to battle the demonic forces behind it?"

Praise for THE HUNTED:

A great first book from an exciting new author! A vicious enemy, a family secret, a thirst for revenge, and a need for reconciliation all drive The Hunted from intriguing beginning to thrilling conclusion. Skillful prose and great storytelling make Mike Dellosso a writer to watch. I can't wait for his next book!
Kathryn Mackel, author of Vanished

Mike Dellosso delivers a spine-tingling tale of hidden secrets, buried hopes and second chances. Interwoven through page-turning drama is the truth about vengeance and the triumph of God's mysterious ways. The Hunted is a story best read with all the lights on and an extra flashlight handy--just in case!
Amy Wallace, author of Ransomed Dreams

Something's coming for you? and you might not be able to stop it. Read this someplace safe as you experience the incredibly descriptive world of The Hunted through the vivid writing and spine-tingling imagination of Mike Dellosso. And sleep with the lights on.
Austin Boyd, author of the Mars Hill Classified trilogy

With hints of Frank Peretti and Stephen King, The Hunted is a chilling debut. Author Mike Dellosso is certain to make his mark in Christian fiction.
Creston Mapes, author of Nobody

Mike Dellosso's pins and needles thriller hurtles the reader down a dark and twisted path. Flickers of faith light the way, and fateful decisions determine the outcome of a horrifying climax. I dare you to take this one home!
Jill Elizabeth Nelson, author of the To Catch a Thief suspense series

From page one The Hunted grabbed me by the collar and wouldn't let go. Full of intrigue, supernatural undertones, and true to life characters, I highly recommend this superb debut novel.
C.J. Darlington, Co-founder & Book Editor, TitleTrakk.com

. . . The Hunted places Dellosso on the list of authors to keep your eye on.
Vannessa Ng, Aotearoa Editorial Service
Blog
Cancer surgery done; tumor outta here   5/02/2008 - 7:55 AM
The last time I blogged here at Shoutlife was when I had first found out I had colon cancer. Well, two weeks ago I underwent surgery for a colon resection and ileostomy. I had 18 inches of my colon removed, including the tumor (outta here!) and wound... (login or sign up to read more)
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Prayer Request from the Valley   3/21/2008 - 4:34 AM
Sometimes life surprises you, sometimes it shocks you, sometimes it downright scares you. This past Monday I was diagnosed with colon cancer. Needless to say, as a healthy 35-year-old with no family history of any kind of cancer, this was quite a blo... (login or sign up to read more)
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My Interview with Christian Writer's Forum   2/20/2008 - 12:16 PM
Dustin-Lee Casey over at the Christian Writer's Forum blog posted an interview I did with him. Go to the blog and check it out. (login or sign up to read more)
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Free Short Story--THE LAST HUNT   2/09/2008 - 6:39 AM
I'm giving away a free short story. Sign up for my e-newsletter and receive a free short story (called The Last Hunt) I wrote exclusively for my newsletter subscribers. You'll also get chances to win free books every month. Mike THE HUNTED (... (login or sign up to read more)
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Book Giveaways Every Month   12/16/2007 - 6:10 AM
Looking for free books? I give away multiple free books (some of today's hottest new Christian fiction) every month to subscribers of my newsletter. And if you like suspense/thriller reads, you'll receive information and updates on my soon-to-be-re... (login or sign up to read more)
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Recent Guestbook Comments (2)  
Linore Rose Burkard on 12/29/08 - 10:19 PM
Hi there, I'm glad they got the cancer OUT. I was just browsing some friends of my friends and found your page. I wish you blessings and health, and a wonderful 2009. You are not alone in your walk.
Matthew Peterson on 12/24/08 - 3:52 PM
Have a joyful holiday season and enjoy the new year!

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