Wright Gres is a local author, tugboat captain, and all-around adventurer. Wright was raised in Tampa, Florida and grew up with boats and water. His new book is based on his first transatlantic voyage back in 1983.

Here is how Wright describes his story: “Macedonia Passage is a modern day sailing adventure with a touch of Balkan politics and a hint of romance.” I can only say that it the few pages I was able to read before the interview are any indication, it will be a great read. At about 480 pages, I should knock this out over the next weekend.

Wright also provides insight into the difficulty that new authors experience in getting their works published and promoted. His wife, Dusty, is our local librarian and provides a lot of support and enthusiasm toward the effort. You can order the book at River House Books.

During the interview, I was able to convince Wright to hire me as his agent/attorney. He hasn’t signed a contract yet, but I trust him. We are looking for a movie deal! If anyone is interested, you know where to find me.