John DeRossett is an American author, writer, and storyteller with more than three decades of writing experience. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, and raised in the small Appalachian town of Rowlesburg, West Virginia, he developed an early appreciation for storytelling, history, and the extraordinary lives of ordinary people.
Encouraged by his high school English teacher, Mrs. Virginia Martin, John discovered a passion for writing that would remain with him throughout his life.
A veteran of the United States Navy, John later earned a degree in Business with a minor in Journalism and Communications. His professional writing career has included contributions to nationally recognized publications and websites, including Family Handyman, Taste of Home, GMC, and SFGate. He also brings seven years of professional editing experience to his work.
As an author, John explores a wide range of subjects, from historical events and true crime to contemporary fiction, mysteries, and emotionally driven stories about the human experience. His published works include America’s Dark Legacy, Fragments of Elsewhere, and The Dream in His Pocket.
His current major literary project, November Rain: The River Came at Night, is a historical novel inspired by the devastating November 1985 floods in West Virginia. Drawing on personal memories, historical research, and firsthand accounts from survivors, the novel pays tribute to the resilience of Appalachian communities and the stories that deserve to be remembered.
John is also the founder of Everward Storyworks and its publishing imprint, Everward Press, where he develops original literary projects and introduces readers to new stories and creative voices.
Today, John lives in Southern California with his wife, Marlene, and their three dogs. He continues to write novels, short stories, and nonfiction while sharing original microstories through his YouTube channel.
For John, storytelling is more than a profession. It is a way to preserve memories, explore the human condition, and leave behind something meaningful for future generations.
Every life has a story. Some are simply waiting to be told.