Michael T. Owens, a self-described scatterbrained writer, is asking the world to help with his next novel. He encourages people to call (815) 642-9687 to leave messages with ideas for main characters, settings, and basic plots.  

“My problem is I have too many ideas. That’s why I’m letting the people decide.”

As a scatterbrained writer, Owens said focusing long enough to write a book is difficult but rewarding. “When I give lectures or speak to aspiring authors, I tell them how writing changed my life. I was on government assistance and eating Ramen noodles when I wrote my first book,” he said. “That was six years ago.  I’ve been writing books ever since.”

At the end of April, Owens will post the top 5 ideas on his bog. Readers will then decide on a winner. Owens added, “The more outrageous the ideas, the better!”

Michael T. Owens graduated from Florida State University. He has written several novels and short stories. His works appear in various anthologies and national publications. Visit Michael’s blog at: http://scatterbrainedwriters.blogspot.com