Local Teen Author Showcases a Thriller of a Book

If you're looking for something spooky to read this Halloween, this suspense thriller of a book called 'Nightmare in Niceville' may be worth a try.

It's the first published book by Cumming resident Amberle Cianne, a 17-year-old senior at Forsyth Central.

According to the publisher's Web site, 'Nightmare in Niceville' is a suspense thriller that takes place in a quiet Florida town called Niceville. The main character, Lily Strykes, is a typical teenage girl who settles into a comfortable, pleasant life with her mother and younger sister. But hidden in their past is something dark. A fun night out with friends takes an unexpected and terrifying turn. Lily's routine and peaceful existence, as well as those of her family and friends, is turned upside down in a matter of hours when a figure from her violent past suddenly returns. 

Cianne, who discovered she wanted to become a writer at 14, says the idea for the book started off as a playful school activity until her imagination took over. From that point on the story took on a life of its own.

"I have loved to write since I was in middle school, short stories and poetry," she told Cumming Patch. "Once I got the idea for this story in my head I couldn’t stop writing, I became very focused and once I finished it I really thought it would be great to have it published."

She also credits her brother for the drive to write.

"My biggest inspiration was my big brother Ryan. He always worked to do the things he loved and was passionate about and encouraged me to do the same," Cianne said. "I dedicated this book to him in honor of his memory."

Between now and Halloween, you can catch up with the young author at several book signings around Cumming. Cianne will be at the following locations:

• , today from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

•  Local Children’s Author Event at The Avenue, Saturday, Oct. 29 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• , Saturday, Oct. 29 from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

• , Sunday, Oct. 30 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

"I am very excited about the events this weekend and can’t wait to start getting some feedback from everyone about what they think of Nightmare in Niceville," said Cianne.

One day Cianne hopes to become a full time writer, but in the meantime is currently working on the release of her first children's book.

'Nightmare in Niceville' is available on the BQB Publishing Web site, through Amazon, and Barnes and Noble.

For more on Amberle Cianne visit her Web site.