John Tolliver

John Tolliver’s debut novel The Reflection of Innocence was written long ago in his head. This story was burning to get out, and this year John decided to give it birth, putting words to paper hoping others might relate to it (and hopefully enjoy). After 6 years in the Navy on submarines (4 years serving aboard the fast attack submarine USS Jacksonville SSN-699) followed by a 30+ year career in the nuclear chemistry field, John splits his time volunteering his services as a mediator and arbitrator in the New York courts, and volunteer work for animal rescue. Having spent most of his life in New York, he enjoys the serenity of his life living in the Hudson Valley. Traveling and visiting old friends, and making new ones breaks up the cold New York winters. A cruise ship zealot, John enjoys the seafaring life when time allows on-board the Celebrity fleet. His 20 year hobby of buying and selling gemstones has fortunately allowed him the opportunity to travel the globe and meet some of the awesome inhabitants along the way.