Date Published: 06-06-2023
Publisher: KCIN Entertainment Group, LLC
Books 1 & 2 (Book 3 releases September 8, 2026.)
Judge Keenan Waters and his family have spent decades building a legacy of power, influence, and respect. But behind the perfect public image lie buried secrets, betrayal, and deadly consequences that threaten to destroy everything they've built.
As loyalties are tested and relationships crumble, the Waters family is pushed closer to the edge of ruin. With shocking twists and intense family drama, the Dark Waters series keeps the readers turning pages until the very end.
Perfect for fans of Black & African American Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Fiction, the first two books are available now, with the shocking conclusion, Dark Waters 3, arriving September 8, 2026.
Is There a Message in Your Novel That You Want Readers to Grasp?
The message I want readers to grasp is that not
everything is what it seems. No matter how wonderful it may appear, nothing is
perfect, and I think the Waters Family proves that all too well in my new book.
Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?
With the Dark Waters Series, what I found
challenging was bringing all five characters within the family stories together
without losing the reader. Dark Waters was originally written as a screenplay
for a streaming series and later adapted into a book. Making sure all the
stories from the script were heard, but in a different format, was the most
challenging.
How many books have you written and which is your favorite?
I’ve written seven books so far. I can honestly
say I don’t have a favorite book, story, or character. I love them all equally.
If You had the chance to cast your main character from
If I had the chance to cast my main character
from Hollywood, I would probably choose Ernie Hudson. He was my original
inspiration for one of the main characters in my new book. I feel as if his
presence is so strong that I could always create a story around him.
When did you begin writing?
I began writing as a teenager, taking it
seriously around 2008.
How long did it take to complete your first book?
It took about nine months to write it, and around
a year and a half to edit it.
Did you have an author who inspired you to become a writer?
I used to be really drawn to the big-name,
traditionally published authors, which I still love, but I am inspired by any
writer who can tell a really good story. That’s where I draw inspiration from.
What is your favorite part of the writing process?
My favorite part would be creating chapters. I
love opening a chapter and letting it blossom into a story, then closing it
with a nice, neat bow before I head to the next one.
Describe your latest book in 4 words.
Drama, deceit, lies, murder
Can you share a little bit about your current work or what is in the future for your writing?
I just wrapped the Dark Waters series. It was a
three-book series I started writing in 2022. Book 1 was released in 2023. I
skipped a year and released Book 2 in 2025, and now the final installment, Book
3, is dropping this September.
I start working on my new book in the fall. It
will be a completely different read from Dark Waters.
About the Author
Nick Haskins is the author of the Dark Waters series, as well as novels She's Obsessed, Betrayed, My Husband's Wife, and On the Edge of Heat.
Known for his suspenseful storytelling and unforgettable characters, Haskins has spent more than a decade building a catalog of contemporary drama and suspense that has attracted readers across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
Born and raised in Toledo, Ohio, where he still resides, Haskins began his publishing career in 2011 and has remained committed to independently producing professional, reader-focused books. In addition to writing novels, he is creating film and visual media projects based on his work.
Haskins continues to connect with readers while developing new stories to expand his publishing catalog.
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