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John Houle

Born: May 14, 1972

Occupation: Author and Public Relations Executive

Notable Works: The King-Makers of Providence, The Siberian Candidate, The 13th State

Biography: John Houle is an American author who blends real life experience as a political and public relations consultant into his fictional work. His career has been marked by a dedication to storytelling and a commitment to creative excellence. Early Life and Education: John Houle's early life shaped his passion for literature where he was exposed to Shakespeare in elementary school. He went on to study Political Science at Boston College and took numerous courses about Shakespeare’s political wisdom, including a private study on King Lear, and also focused on Russian history.

Career: Houle's literary career began with the publication of a chapter of his first novel in 2006 in the North Atlantic Review. His break-out story, “The King-Makers of Providence" was published in 2022, followed by its sequel, “The Siberian Candidate,” in 2023. His third novel, “The 13th State” will conclude the Henry Mercucio trilogy and is expected in 2024. His writing often explores political themes of power and corruption, both locally and at an international level. His work has been praised as “a perfect blend of politics, power, greed, love, karma, and facades,” that will “delight thriller audiences who appreciate political intrigue injected into the story line.”

Professional Background: John Houle is not only an accomplished author but also a professional with a diverse range of experiences. In 2002, at the age of 30, he founded JH Communications, a Providence-based public relations and marketing-communications agency. He rebranded the digital, video and marketing business to Main St. Media in 2022, to better reflect the agency’s work with organizations and businesses post-pandemic. He presently represents over 75 clients across a wide spectrum of industries, and has run numerous statewide and local political campaigns. Active in the Chamber of Commerce since he started his business, he was elected Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce in 2022. He was also appointed by Governor Gina Raimondo to serve as a member of the Workforce Partnership of Greater Rhode Island.

Personal Life: A graduate of Boston College (BA, 1994), John resides in Cranston, RI, with his wife, Susan, and their children, Jenna and Christopher. John coaches both youth hockey and lacrosse and is an active golfer, skier and tennis player.

External Links johnhoule.net https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-houle-5b0b26/