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Kirk Voclain

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Born
in Houma, The United States
July 04, 1962

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Kirk Voclain is a South Louisiana novelist and a veteran professional photographer who has spent over 50 years mastering the "decisive moment." Based in Houma, Kirk has spent his career behind the lens, capturing everything from high school seniors to commercial architecture while mentoring the next generation of pros.

Kirk does for a living what most call a hobby (photography), and he does for a hobby what most call a living (writing).

His stories bridge the gap between the visual and the visceral. His debut thriller, Double Exposure, blends art and espionage, proving that a camera and a confident stride can open doors meant to stay locked. Meanwhile, his Spyker Ranch series, featuring Boots and Stilettos and Dust and Inheritance, leans into

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Kirk Voclain The answer for me is a whole lot. I have been a professional photographer for 45+ years. During all that time, I have been writing my book Double Expo…moreThe answer for me is a whole lot. I have been a professional photographer for 45+ years. During all that time, I have been writing my book Double Exposure in my mind. All that time, different things would happen and various situations and experiences as a photographer I would say things like, THIS NEEDS TO GO IN THE BOOK. When I actually sat down and started writing this Novel, all of those experiences came back to me and I did put them in the book. So, for me, I am all over this novel. Exp. the Main Character, Reed Sawyer. Even his girl friend "Tammy" is actually my wife. This Novel was so much fun to write.(less)
Kirk Voclain I have been looking around at a few spy novels, but for sure I am going to read John Grisham's new book The Widow.…moreI have been looking around at a few spy novels, but for sure I am going to read John Grisham's new book The Widow.(less)
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Why Use Prologues? When Stories Need One

Why Use Prologues? When Stories Need One

A prologue can put a reader in a dark motel room, on a windswept prairie, or beside a photograph that should not exist before the main character has said a word. That kind of opening has power. It also has a problem: readers have learned to be suspicious of anything that feels like a delay. So why use prologues at all? Because sometimes the story begins before the protagonist knows it has begun.

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Double Exposure by Kirk Voclain
" Thank you so much, Annabelle! I’m truly grateful that you took the time to write such a thoughtful review.

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Dust and Inheritance by Kirk Voclain
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Dust and Inheritance by Kirk Voclain
" Thank you for those kind comments. I appreciate you reading my books. "
Dust and Inheritance by Kirk Voclain
"This may be the worst written book I've ever read. The plot had so much promise, but the characters fell flat, the author overused the same similes over and over, and the plot holes were massive."
Dust and Inheritance by Kirk Voclain
" very good book i would read oth er by this person"
Boots and Stilettos by Kirk Voclain
" Thank you so much for continuing with the second book in the Spyker Ranch series. Knowing that Jake and Annie’s story felt real and moved you to tears ...more "
Boots and Stilettos by Kirk Voclain
" Thank you for giving Boots and Stilettos a try and for sharing where the story lost you. The contrast between Annie’s polished life in Milan and the r ...more "
Boots and Stilettos by Kirk Voclain
" Thank you so much for this generous and thoughtful review. I’m delighted that the descriptions brought the ranch to life and that the community’s stre ...more "
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“Blue thumped his tail. Spike shook his head once, as if he’d heard enough promises and would prefer lunch.”
Kirk Voclain, Boots and Stilettos

“405 Independance”
Kirk Voclain, Double Exposure: A Spy Thriller

“She stood there in yoga pants that probably cost more than his saddle, pristine white tennis shoes, and what appeared to be a silk blouse in a shade of pink that would send his bulls running. Her golden hair was pulled back in a neat ponytail, and she'd even put on makeup. At five in the morning. For ranch work.”
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“You can sneak a prohibited item through airport security easier than you think.”
Kirk Voclain, Double Exposure: A Spy Thriller

“She stood there in yoga pants that probably cost more than his saddle, pristine white tennis shoes, and what appeared to be a silk blouse in a shade of pink that would send his bulls running. Her golden hair was pulled back in a neat ponytail, and she'd even put on makeup. At five in the morning. For ranch work.”
Kirk Voclain, Boots and Stilettos

“Blue thumped his tail. Spike shook his head once, as if he’d heard enough promises and would prefer lunch.”
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