Len Handeland is a dynamic writer who specializes in fiction, specifically vampire, paranormal, and crime drama novels. Len has always enjoyed writing and is drawn to being creative—as far back as he can remember. Len attended FIT in Manhattan, studying fashion illustration; years later, he decided to pursue a career in the hair industry, using his artistic training and creativity to excel in hair. After 27 years, he is fully retired from hair and is a full-time author. Len has been writing his entire life and has attended several creative writing workshops. After having read many of Anne Rice's works (her Vampire chronicle books) and following the San Francisco International writers' conference—he decided it was time for him to write a Vampire story of his own, in his words, given Len's affinity for vampires. However, he focuses on writing about other terrifying genres as well! With his first book, "The Darkest Gift," Handeland hopes to achieve this, and with 5-star reviews from readers and professional book reviewers, it's off to a great start.
Len has recently finished writing his second novel, "Requiem for Miriam" a murder crime drama set in Manhattan, Westchester County, New Orleans, and Mexico in the 1980s. He hopes to have his second novel released at the end of April 2022.
When Len isn't writing, he enjoys reading and vegetarian cooking. Some of his other hobbies include hiking, biking, and billiards. He enjoys the performing arts and has trained in Martial Arts for over 25 years. Len lives in Palm Springs with his husband, Byron, and their two tuxedo cats, Felix & Felicia (brother and sister)
