Smock, Timothy W.: - For years, Tim Smock wrote short stories and literary snippets for fun and personal enjoyment. A fan of alternative history and hypothetical dystopian future novels, he is inspired by authors who dare to challenge societal norms and ask the question, "What if . . . ?" The works of authors Harry Turtledove and Joann Herley were major inspirations for him.A New Jersey native, Tim retired to Nevada with his loving and devoted wife. He enjoys movies, reading, traveling, wine, and spending quality time with great friends.