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Marcha Fox

Marcha Fox
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    Historical Mystery Thriller Suspense Mystery Supernatural Suspense Action & Adventure Literary Fiction Science Fiction Teen & Young Adult Advice & How To Biographies & Memoirs General Nonfiction Religion & Spirituality Parenting
  • Country: United States
  • Books: 14
  • Profession: Physicist, Award Winning Author, professional astrologer
  • Born: 25 December
  • Member Since: Jan 2018
  • Profile Views: 18,842
  • Followers: 300
BIOGRAPHY

I've been writing since I was old enough to hold a pencil. I earned a physics degree at the age of 39 with six kids at home after which I worked for NASA's Johnson Space Center for over 20 years. Upon retiring in 2009 I devoted full-time to finishing and publishing my Teen science fiction Star Trails Tetralogy series directed at STEM students who want some science with their science fiction. I've recently completed a conspiracy thriller trilogy "The Curse of Dead Horse Canyon," with my Northern Cheyenne coauthor, Pete Risingsun. So far the three books have received a collective total of... 13 awards. I live in an 1898 farmhouse in the Finger Lakes Region of New York State with two spoiled furbabies. read more

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Marcha Fox's Awards and Achievements

    Marcha Fox has earned excellence awards over time. Here is the glimpse of the accolades clinched by the author.

  • Book Excellence Award
    2025

    The Revenge of Dead Horse Canyon: Sweet Medicine Spirits - Novavose

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  • Pinnacle Book Achievement Award
    2025

    The Revenge of Dead Horse Canyon: Sweet Medicine Spirits - Novavose

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  • Readers Favorite 5-Stars
    2025

    The Revenge of Dead Horse Canyon: Sweet Medicine Spirits - Novavose

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  • Book Excellence Awards Finalist
    2022

    Return to Dead Horse Canyon: Grandfather Spirits (Dead Horse Canyon Saga Book 2)

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  • Firebird Book Award
    2022

    Return to Dead Horse Canyon: Grandfather Spirits (Dead Horse Canyon Saga Book 2)

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  • Page Turner Awards Finalist
    2022

    Return to Dead Horse Canyon: Grandfather Spirits (Dead Horse Canyon Saga Book 2)

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  • Pinnacle Book Achievement Award
    2022

    Return to Dead Horse Canyon: Grandfather Spirits (Dead Horse Canyon Saga Book 2)

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  • Readers' Favorite 5-Stars
    2022

    Return to Dead Horse Canyon: Grandfather Spirits (Dead Horse Canyon Saga Book 2)

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  • Page Turner Award
    2021

    The Curse of Dead Horse Canyon: Cheyenne Spirits (Dead Horse Canyon Saga Book 1)

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  • Book Excellence Award
    2020

    The Curse of Dead Horse Canyon: Cheyenne Spirits (Dead Horse Canyon Saga Book 1)

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  • Readers Favorite 5-stars
    2020

    The Curse of Dead Horse Canyon: Cheyenne Spirits (Dead Horse Canyon Saga Book 1)

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  • Book Excellence Award
    2017

    The Terra Debacle: Prisoners at Area 51

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Marcha Fox Interview On 22, Jun 2020

"Growing up in New York State in a rural area, Marcha Fox learned to read before she started school. Her love of books at that early age spurred her desire to write stories as well. Her stories are very character-driven. Her books have a great story, relationship conflicts, an imaginative new world, and some interesting technology to go along with it."
Where have you spent most of your childhood? Which is your fondest childhood memory?

I grew up in New York State in a rural area outside a small city on the Hudson River. I remember taking walks in the woods with my mom when I was a young child, then as I got a little older exploring them with my friends. We'd eat wild berries and play all sorts of games.

Since how long have you been living in the Texas Hill Country?

I moved to the Texas Hill Country when I retired from NASA in 2009. I had a lakehouse which was my "hurricane evacuation plan" while I still lived in Houston, but I always planned to retire here. It's about 100 yards from Lake Buchanan on a dirt road where I have some wonderful neighbors. It's a 15 mile drive to the grocery store, but well worth it to live in a peaceful, quiet setting.

What inspired you to start writing since you were old enough to hold a pencil?

I was an only child and my mother read to me a lot. I loved all the stories, plus I learned to read before I started school. My love of books at that early age spurred my desire to write stories as well. I didn't think I'd ever be able to write an entire book. However, a friend of mine was writing a novel and I was essentially a beta reader for her. As I worked with her through the story I realized that I could do it, too, and started my first book.

What challenges did you face while earning a physics degree at the age of 39 with six kids at home?

That was a very difficult time for both me and my family. If I tried to study at home, the kids wouldn't leave me alone. Since I was there, to them I was available. So at a certain point I started studying in the university's library. One thing about math and physics classes is the fact you never know how long it will take to figure something out. It's not just a matter of reading a text book and answering questions. My kids were between 1 and 13 years old when I returned to school. The older kids were handed a lot of responsibility and fortunately I had good neighbors who also helped out with childcare. My then-husband was also in school, but had some flexibility with his job so he was able to usually cover if one of them got sick. Keeping up with laundry was always a challenge.

How would you describe your experience of working for NASA's Johnson Space Center for over 20 years?

Writing a memoir about that experience is definitely on my to-do list. I had wanted to work with the space program for years, so in many respects it was a dream come true to be there. One of my most memorable experiences was when the space shuttle Columbia broke up on entry on February 1, 2003. Much of the debris was over Texas. That spring I spent two weeks in East Texas searching the woods in a grid pattern to help recover what we could. After that I spent months working on the accident investigation.

What motivated you to retire and devote full-time to finishing and publishing my Teen science fiction Star Trails Tetralogy series?

Being burned out on the job coupled with a health crisis motivated me to retire and get away from the stress. My writing had been set aside for years while raising a family and working full-time. Working at NASA was always an integral part of my plan to gather the real-life experience I felt was necessary to create convincing science fiction. With that accomplished, it was time to finally do what I always wanted to do in the first place, which was to write novels.

What inspired you to write a conspiracy thriller trilogy "The Curse of Dead Horse Canyon?"

This story started out as a cozy mystery that I planned to complete in a few months. Since part of the original plot was loosely based on water issues where I live, I decided to set it in Colorado instead of Texas. Once I started researching some of the environmental issues Colorado has courtesy of 19th Century mining industry, the story attained a life of its own and became a complex saga that requires at least three books to tell. I love research and believe that accurate details are essential to good writing. The gist of this story evolved to encompass a top secret government project saturated in corruption that triggers an ancient Cheyenne curse issued during the mining years. Last fall, about the time I thought the first book was done, I hired Pete Risingsun, who's Northern Cheyenne, as a subject matter expert to make sure my depiction of the main character was accurate and not offensive in any way. He became so engrossed and interested in the story before long he became a coauthor. That book will be released July 28 and should be available for preorder by mid-July at the latest.

What is the significance of the title of your book, The Terra Debacle: Prisoners at Area 51?

This is a side-story to the Star Trails Tetralogy, more specifically "A Dark of Endless Days." Three of the characters wind up on Earth (a.k.a. "Terra") where they are separated. What happens for the main character is included in the series, but what happened to the two minor characters, who are taken to Area 51 to be studied, is not. Their story begged to be told, however, with "The Terra Debacle: Prisoners at Area 51" the result. It was fun and challenging to write since the main character is a telepathic walking plant trying to figure out humans as much as they're trying to figure out him. There's quite a bit of humor and a heavy dose of botany from the scientist's viewpoint.

How did you come up with the plot of your book, Beyond the Hidden Sky?

This was very much related to Star Wars. The Brightstar family is immigrating to another planet onboard a massive starship when their teenage daughter, Creena, accidentally gets separated from them in an escape pod. Getting the family back together took three more books loaded with adventure and conspiracies.

Who inspired the character of Dirck Brightstar in "A Dark of Endless Days"?

No one person inspired Dirck. Having raised two boys and four girls I was quite familiar with the interaction between siblings. I wanted him to be very different from Creena so there would be plenty of conflict. Their home world was extremely structured. Dirck was always complaint, but she was always a rebel, which embarrassed him. As the two characters interacted, they both fully came to life through their differences.

When writing a story, what do you like to give the most importance to: the buildup of action, the witty dialogue, the humor, the interesting characters, etc?

My stories are very character-driven. I drop them into a tense situation and then let them figure it out from there. Many times my characters get themselves into a mess where I have no idea how they'll get out of it. So I turn it over to them, and they always figure it out. That, in turn, drives both action and dialogue. I believe all those elements are important. When my first draft is finished and I start the editing process, I use the acronym IDEAS to describe what I watch for: Imagery; Dialogue; Emotion; Action; and Suspense. Attaining the proper balance is the secret to a great story as opposed to a good one. If a story is lacking in any of those areas it won't satisfy the reader as much or be as memorable.

Being a writer from a young age, how has your writing developed over the years?

I was always conscious of being as technically correct as possible with grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation and so forth. While I still employ that as a guideline, I'm now more inclined to be creative and try things I didn't before. Much relates to getting inside the head of the viewpoint character. I've come to realize there's often no reason to say things like "he saw" or "he thought." These can be expressed in other ways that create a better flow. For example, "The sun dropped toward the horizon" is more effective than saying "He watched the sun drop toward the horizon."

How have negative and positive reviews helped you to write better?

No one like negative reviews but they often bring things to your attention to which you are either blind or been denying. I had a review like that one time that confirmed something I already knew was weak. I re-edited the book accordingly and got in touch with the reviewer, thanked him for his input, and asked if he would be willing to read it. He agreed and upgraded the review. Some reviewers are just trolls or simply don't get it. Some of my astrology books have gotten bad reviews. One, because they wanted the book to be longer and more comprehensive because they liked my style and the other, for a different book, didn't agree with what I said at all, yet the nasty review illustrated that my take on the subject was spot on.

Which is the next book you are writing? Give us an insight into it.

The next book is the sequel to "The Curse of Dead Horse Canyon" with its title "Return to Dead Horse Canyon." It is drafted and as soon as I get the first book launched, I'll get to work editing it and collaborating with my coauthor. The third book in the trilogy is also drafted, but will require extensive work to refine it.

What are your thoughts on AllAuthor and its services?

I really like the AllAuthor concept and the fact that you are so helpful and supportive. It's a great way to get to know other authors and what they're writing. Support for others will evolve organically as we discover those whose work and style fit our personal preferences. You don't put a bunch of obligations, rules, and requirements on the members like some do. While I'm actively writing I am totally immersed in research and the writing process. Okay, I admit it, I'm downright obsessive at that point. Keeping up with my house, yard, and cats takes time enough, to say nothing of my astrology business clients. There aren't enough hours in the day to keep up with everything.

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    • Peter Ackroyd Peter Ackroyd 1 month ago
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    • Out of all the books you’ve written, is there one that holds a particularly special place in your heart? If so, what makes that book so meaningful to you?
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      • Marcha Fox Marcha Fox 1 month ago
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      • All of my characters somehow become like extended family. I kind of miss them when I finish up a story, weird as that may sound. I think the book that was the most fun to write was "The Terra Debacle: Prisoners at Area 51." The main character is a telepathic walking plant from my Star Trails Tetralogy series. Having him interacting with a NASA astrobiologist was hilarious. It actually entailed quite a bit of research, which was also fun, since I knew very little about botany, yet found numerous things that fit beautifully. I think it's the only book I've written that has all 5-star reviews. So that is probably it, though my recent trilogy written with a Northern Cheyenne coauthor was pretty special, too.
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        • Peter Ackroyd Peter Ackroyd 1 month ago
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        • What a fascinating response, thank you for sharing it. A telepathic walking plant sounds delightfully imaginative, and I admire the level of research you invested to bring such a character convincingly to life. Your collaborative trilogy with a Northern Cheyenne coauthor also sounds incredibly meaningful. I imagine that brought a whole new depth and cultural perspective to the storytelling.

          I'm curious, how do you typically promote your books, and have you found anything in particular that’s been especially effective in helping your work reach new readers?
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          • Marcha Fox Marcha Fox 1 month ago
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          • Many years ago I was in an author's group that has since folded. While engaged in that, things moved along pretty well as we helped promote each other's books. There may be another one out there I need to find. The past few years between writing the Dead Horse Canyon books and moving from Texas to New York, my marketing efforts largely collapsed. I'm back to square-one. We did have a nice boost for Dead Horse Canyon when the newsletter that his charity-sponsored assisted living center sent out featured him and our books. If we could do that every month we'd be in great shape!
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            • Peter Ackroyd Peter Ackroyd 1 month ago
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            • Thank you for sharing your journey. It’s remarkable how those early collaborative efforts with your author group helped create momentum and I completely understand how life transitions, like your move from Texas to New York, can disrupt even the best-laid plans.

              Have you explored tools like Book Blog Analysis to track how your books are being received across blogs and online platforms? I’ve found it incredibly useful, it uncovered feedback and discussions I didn’t even know existed. It’s not promotional in nature, but more of an insight tool. That kind of visibility can be especially helpful when you're restarting efforts and trying to gauge where your work is still resonating.
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              • Marcha Fox Marcha Fox 1 month ago
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              • Thanks for the tip! I'll definitely check it out. I'm being inundated daily by people wanting to help promote my books. I can't help but wonder how they're finding me? If all those emails were fans and readers I'd be in good shape! LOL! I'm on ChatGBT so it has given me some helpful info for marketing. I have a very long to-do list, but keep at it. Tell me about your books.
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                • Peter Ackroyd Peter Ackroyd 1 month ago
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                • Thank you for your kind words. Much of my work explores the layered histories of London and the individuals who’ve shaped its cultural and spiritual identity. I’ve written extensively on figures like Dickens, Blake, and Chaucer, blending biography with a sense of place and myth. My novels, like Hawksmoor, The House of Doctor Dee, and The Plato Papers often explore how the past bleeds into the present.

                  Now, regarding the Book Blog Analysis, if you don't mind, I can share the contact info of the specialist who guided me through it. It’s not a promotional service but rather a visibility tool, and it helped me uncover where my books were being discussed and how readers were engaging with them. Let me know if you’re interested.
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                  • Marcha Fox Marcha Fox 1 month ago
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                  • I'm interested but it depends on how expensive it is. It's interesting that you pull the past into the present like I have in my trilogy. Things really don't change that much at the human level, only the technology.
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                    • Peter Ackroyd Peter Ackroyd 1 month ago
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                    • I completely understand your concern, and you're absolutely right to be cautious, there are so many costly offers floating around, and not all of them deliver real value. That said, the specialist I worked with is very reasonable and flexible. The Book Blog Analysis isn’t expensive at all, and they’re happy to tailor things to work within your budget. It’s more about gaining clarity and direction than spending money on promotions.

                      I’ve just passed along the specialist email info to you via the contact form, feel free to check your spam or promotions folder in case it landed there. It’s definitely worth a conversation, especially if you’re looking for meaningful insight into how your books are resonating with readers.
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                      • Marcha Fox Marcha Fox 1 month ago
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                      • Thank you. I don't think there's anything out there, at least according to AI, which gave me a list of several I should approach to see if they're interested. Is that included in the analysis, i.e. finding suitable bloggers, or just what's already out there?
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                        • Peter Ackroyd Peter Ackroyd 1 month ago
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                        • What I’ve learned from going through a Book Blog Analysis is that it’s not just about tracking existing blog mentions. It actually goes deeper it identifies potential bloggers, influencers, book clubs, and platforms that align with your genre, themes, and audience, even if they haven’t discovered your book yet. The analysis breaks things down into sections like:

                          Target audience: profiles who’s most likely to connect with your book emotionally and thematically

                          Comparable authors and titles: helps you see where your book sits in the market

                          Platform strategy: including TikTok, Instagram, Goodreads, etc.

                          Influencer and partnership opportunities: like book clubs, podcasts, or even therapists (if your book touches emotional or psychological themes)

                          So yes, it does more than just report what’s “already out there.” It also builds a roadmap toward where your book should be and who you should approach. Honestly, it’s been useful for figuring out what to do next without guessing.
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                          • Marcha Fox Marcha Fox 1 month ago
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                          • That's good to know. Oddly enough, ChatGBT has given me most of that already. It will even help me draft emails approaching the different platforms. I'm seeing how much I can get from ChatGBT before putting out any money to make sure it's worth paying for. Meanwhile, what I've gotten so far has created a very long to-do list!
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