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Erik Hanberg has been a writer all his life. He lives in Tacoma Washington with his wife Mary and two children.

In addition to writing novels, Erik Hanberg is an expert in nonprofit management, fundraising, marketing, and leadership. His books for nonprofits have sold more than 10,000 copies.

He has served as the director of two nonprofits, the interim executive director of two more, and served in positions in marketing and fundraising. He has been on more than twelve boards. In addition, he has consulted with nonprofit boards and staff of dozens and dozens of nonprofits and foundations across the country.

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When did you first start writing?
I wrote my first “novel” when I was in the seventh grade. It was 80 pages long and I thought it was a masterpiece. I was going to be the first middle-school bestseller. I later wrote a sequel in eighth grade. Then another sequel in ninth grade. Finally I realized I had an actual novel, and put it together as a single book.

Since then, I’ve written another ten novels, and two non-fiction books. It's helpful to know that even at a young age, I'd finished a novel. When I get stuck, my inner critic tells me, “You finished a novel in middle school, why can’t you finish this one now?” It propels me forward.

Also, I was a pretty nerdy kid.
What's the story behind your latest book?
I'm really interested in the line between public and private. I'm an elected official in my hometown of Tacoma, so I have to be comfortable with the idea that a lot of information about me is out there.

The idea of a world where there is no privacy seemed fascinating to me. We seem to be on a path to that already, so I really wanted to poke around that idea.

That's when I came up with ... the Lattice. A kind of super-Internet that knows the exact location of every atom in the solar system. Because of its immense knowledge, people's privacy is entirely stripped away. Of course, many people hate the Lattice, as it's destroyed their personal lives. On the other hand, there's virtually no crime, because it's 100% certain you will be caught.

The tension between the good and the bad sides of the Lattice drive the story, through the main character, Byron Shaw, who is in charge of defending it. At some point he starts to wonder "Does the Lattice deserve to be saved?"
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Where to find Erik Hanberg online

Website: http://erikhanberg.com
Twitter: @erikhanberg
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The Lead Cloak by
Series: The Lattice Trilogy, I. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 96,760. Language: English. Published: October 15, 2013 by Erik Hanberg. Categories: Fiction » Science fiction » Adventure, Fiction » Science fiction » High tech
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In the future, privacy is a thing of the past. If you like high-stakes action, thought-provoking dystopian themes, and gripping twists, then you’ll love Erik Hanberg’s cerebral page-turner that Kirkus reviews raves is "Staggeringly smart… Hanberg's expertly honed storytelling is sleek and fast… [an] entertaining tale."
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The Little Book of Nonprofit Leadership: An Executive Director's Handbook for Small (and Very Small) Nonprofits by
Series: For Small (And Very Small) Nonprofits, Book 1. Price: $8.99 USD. Words: 72,660. Language: English. Published: February 17, 2021 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Non-profit business, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Management
What does an Executive Director actually do? And how can you lead your organization to a stronger place? Nonprofit expert Erik Hanberg wrote The Little Book of Nonprofit Leadership to speak directly to Executive Directors of small (and very small) nonprofits who are asking these questions. Full of practical tips and big ideas for the leaders of small nonprofits.
The Little Book of Boards: A Board Member's Handbook for Small (and Very Small) Nonprofits by
Series: For Small (And Very Small) Nonprofits, Book 3. Price: $8.99 USD. Words: 47,370. Language: English. Published: February 10, 2015 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Non-profit business
Are you new to a board and have no idea what’s expected of you? Do you know what a board’s six key responsibilities are? Do you know what your relationship with the Executive Director should be? If not, this book is for you. Perfect for any new board member—or for an entire board that is feeling lost—this book and its common sense approach will serve you every year you are on the board.
The Little Book of Likes: Social Media for Small (and Very Small) Nonprofits by
Series: For Small (And Very Small) Nonprofits, Book 4. Price: $8.99 USD. Words: 32,300. Language: English. Published: March 31, 2013 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Non-profit business, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Marketing
Revised and expanded in 2019! The Little Book of Likes is dedicated to helping small (and very small) nonprofits build an audience on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. This short guide leads Executive Directors and nonprofit marketing managers through the ins and outs of a simple social media strategy that is effective and sustainable.
The Little Book of Gold: Fundraising for Small (and Very Small) Nonprofits by
Series: For Small (And Very Small) Nonprofits, Book 2. Price: $8.99 USD. Words: 38,080. Language: English. Published: June 18, 2012 . Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Non-profit business
The Little Book of Gold is dedicated to helping small (and very small) non-profits unlock their fundraising potential. Avoid common pitfalls and get tips on proven methods that work. This short guide helps new Executive Directors, active board chairs, and other key staff in charge of fundraising to learn the basics of professional and sustainable fundraising.
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