S I Almanza

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I am eager and ready to roll!!

Biography

S.I. Almanza was born and raised in Portsmouth, England. In school, English was his favourite subject, specifically creative writing. He would write stories for schoolwork and recreationally at home, often scoring top of the class for his writing.

Almanza is a former prison officer, bouncer, and security professional, working in chaotic roles and locations up and down the country. Many of these roles included managing a team of security professionals. He currently works for a company, in partnership with the city council as a senior support worker in a high-risk, high-support, homeless accommodation unit.

Almanza's passion for creative writing was reignited in 2018. Thus, in four years, in between the chaos at work (assaults, medical emergencies, deaths, murders, racial abuse, death threats), marriage, divorce, and other major life events, like a phoenix from the ashes, Almanza's debut book, Rusted Hearts was born. An anthology consisting of two short stories and a novella. Almanza used his extensive and intense professional experiences, combined with his love for creative fiction, to craft three gritty, fast-paced, and action-packed stories filled with twists and turns.

Shortly after the release of his debut anthology, Almanza released his first novel, The Rage Room, a high-octane, mind-bending psychological thriller. He is currently working on his first non-fiction book; The 10 Types of Bouncers.

When not working or writing, S.I. Almanza can be found cycling, motorcycle riding, driving his sportscar, working out in the gym or in the park, boxing, playing basketball, reading books, and socialising with his family and friends.

Previous experience, degrees, and qualifications

GCSE English Literature, A grade.

GCSE English Language B grade.

Former blogger "The Jaded Paladin: Musings of a former prison officer, bouncer, and fitness fanatic."

Two published works available on Amazon under the author name S.I. Almanza.

Book 1. Rusted Hearts: An Anthology

Book 2: The Rage Room: A psychological thriller

Interests and hobbies

My hobbies and interests include, but are not limited to, gym, cars, motorcycles, cycling, martial arts, writing, reading, and basketball.

How I'd describe my personality in two sentences

Instead of describing my personality with my own words, I shall reiterate how a friend described me recently, as I believe it to be a very accurate description.

"He's like a diamond, so many sides to him., an enigma."

How I'd describe my approach to my work

I would describe my approach to my work as that of a perfectionist who takes pride in his craft. I am meticulous, thorough, and hold myself to a very high standard. I see my work as a task or an oath to myself or my client that it will be completed and to the best of my ability.

Why should you choose me for your project

I am eager and hungry to forge a good reputation for myself in this industry. I am told I am talented, hard-working, and reliable. As mentioned above, in regards to my work, I am a perfectionist and believe my work is a reflection of myself, therefore must be completed to the best of my ability. I am persistent, utterly focused and will single-mindedly pursue a goal doggedly until completion.

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