R. Scott Boyer has written a variety of critically acclaimed stories, starting in 2018 with his debut novel, Bobby Ether and the Jade Academy. His other completed works include Temple of Eternity and House Guests (spec screenplay), its sequel, House Guests – Arrival, plus two unpublished young adult adventures in the Bobby Ether series.
Accolades for his projects include: IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award (Silver Medalist), Book Fest Best Book Awards (Finalist), Eric Hoffer Award (Gold Medal Finalist), ScreenCraft Cinematic Book Competition (Finalist), and two bonus book club selections by The International Pulpwood Queens Book Club, as well as Chicago Screenplay Awards (Semi-Finalist).
Besides family and friends, his personal life revolves around four themes: writing, basketball, volunteer work with underprivileged youth, and his rescue mutt, Sassy. Over the years, he has been involved with a number of volunteer organizations, including United In Harmony, the Collins & Katz Family YMCA, coaching various basketball programs, and C5LA.
Raised in Santa Monica, California, Scott resides close to his family in the South Bay area of Los Angeles.
On the Blog
Kirkus Review
I am pleased to announce that the Kirkus Review for my debut novel, Bobby Ether and the Academy, arrived today. As with most reviews, there is some bad along with the good, but overall I am pleased with the review and find it to be a fair and honest portrayal of the...
Competency
Many years ago, I had a boss who taught me about the various levels of competence. As a basketball coach and volunteer who loves working with kids, I have found this simple model extremely helpful in teaching a new skill, or gauging someone's progress. It wasn’t...
GoodReads Giveaway
I am thrilled to announce that, in honor of my 40th birthday, I am giving away ten free signed copy of my debut novel, Bobby Ether and the Academy. The giveaway is being hosted by Goodreads.com, with the winners selected on my birthday, November 27th. To participate...