Welcome to the Pen Dames November 2025 blog! This month we're interviewing talented paranormal author Maxim W. Furek. Leave a comment on this blog for a chance to win a print copy of his book, The Smurl Haunting: When Ed and Lorriane Came to Town.
The Smurl Haunting: When Ed and Lorriane Came to Town
by Maxim W. Furek
The TRUE story behind Conjuring: Last Rites and the perfect post-Halloween read!!! The Smurl Haunting: When Ed and Lorraine Came to Town, is a modern-day Amityville Horror and accurate account of demonic infestation in West Pittston, Pennsylvania.
Paranormal author Maxim Furek was there! He was personal friends with Ed and Lorraine Warren and met Dan Rivera two days before his untimely death. Published by Chicago’s Anxiety Press, this book reignites the debate over good and evil, the Rite of Exorcism, and fight against demonic forces. What happened in Gettysburg during the “Devils on the Run Tour?” Was Annabelle responsible for Rivera’s death? Read this book and come to your own conclusions—and then go and see Conjuring: Last Rites on the big screen.
What can you tell us that will allow us to get to know you better—where you live, your background, jobs, interests, etc.?
My wife, Pat and I, have been snowbirds for eight seasons. We spend summers in Pennsylvania and winters in Hernando, Florida. I’m a former psychologist and was in charge of a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program. I’m a former rock journalist and current paranormal author. I’ve written nine books, with seven different publishers.
What books were your favorites as a child?
Science fiction, Bomba the Jungle Boy, Hardy Boys, comic books and Classics Illustrated which introduced me to HG Wells, Robert Louis Stevenson, and many of the great authors.
What genre is your book? What do you like about writing in that genre?
Paranormal, or supernatural themes. They fascinate me for the mystery and my need to comprehend the unknown. I share that curiosity with many others.
What inspires you to write?
I’m not sure, but when the bug hits, it consumes and takes over and drives me to write and write and write until the project is completed. I love the process and I love the conclusion.
What writing projects do you have on the horizon?
I’m attempting to write a psychological thriller. My first attempt at fiction. So far, I’ve created a few characters and, dialogue, and interactions. It’ a bit harder than writing non-fiction.
What is your best advice for aspiring writers?
Read everything that you can. Discuss writing and promotional techniques with other writers.
What is your favorite book marketing tip?
You have be a social extrovert and make connections. That’s the key to promoting your books.
What do you like to do when not writing?
Exercise, walking, biking, swimming. Playing guitar. Attending concerts. Hanging out with friends. Travel.
Thank you for letting Pen Dames readers learn more about you, Maxim. Best of luck with your psychological thriller, and let us know when it's published!
Connect with Maxim W. Furek on his author WEBSITE.
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