L. M. O’Neal, the founder of Night Writer Publishing, LLC, brings a life rich in experience and resilience to the realm of storytelling. Born and raised in North Carolina to sharecropping parents, alongside his siblings, O’Neal’s early life was steeped in the realities of hard work and determination. This background instilled in him an enduring spirit and a deep appreciation for the nuances of Southern life, elements that now permeate his writing with an authentic Southern charm. His narratives are not just stories, but reflections of a life lived with grit, grace, and storytelling.

With over 40 years of experience as an over-the-road truck driver and a military veteran, O’Neal has traversed the breadth of the country, gathering a tapestry of experiences and perspectives that enrich his storytelling. This extensive journey through diverse landscapes and communities has endowed him with a unique lens through which he views the world, a lens that he skillfully translates into his writing. His journey on the road mirrors his journey in life – long, winding, and full of stories waiting to be told.

Both love and loss have marked (Larry)  L. M. O’Neal’s personal life. Currently a widower, he has experienced the depths of sorrow and the heights of joy. These experiences have only served to deepen his understanding of the human condition, an understanding that he brings to life through his characters and narratives. Currently involved in a new relationship, he continues to embrace life’s chapters with openness and heart, qualities that are evident in his approach to both life and writing.

The decision to establish Night Writer Publishing, LLC was a pivotal moment in O’Neal’s life. It represented not just a shift in his career, but a commitment to a long-held dream. He aimed to create a space where the integrity and authenticity of his work would remain untouched, where he could tell stories as he lived them – raw and unfiltered. This venture was more than a business decision; it was a step towards building a legacy and redefining standards in the literary world.

O’Neal’s narrative is one of perseverance, passion, and the enduring belief in the power of dreams. His life’s journey rendered in fiction and fact, with its rich tapestry of experiences, is the heartbeat of Night Writer Publishing, LLC.”