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Curtis Dean Klinger (storyteller, actor, author)
Curtis Dean Klinger (born December 2 1958) is an American author, storyteller and actor. Klinger is best known for his dynamic voice, but is also well loved for his short stories and his first novel, Dean Ransom - Restored.
Contents
1 Early Years
2 Stage
3 Writing
4 Personal life
5 References
6 External links
Early Years
Klinger was born in
Stage
Beginning in elementary school, Klinger found his place on stage. When his voice changed, about 12 years of age, he received the nickname 'the lion' because of his deep resonate voice. After serving in the US ARMY, Klinger finished his schooling at the
Writing
Klinger began writing dramatic short stories for oral presentation. Many of his short stories found their way into small community magazines where they were published for filler. As well as writing approximately 100 short stories, Klinger has written dozens of brief plays, usually for Church or school presentations, and three dramatic monologues, which he produced and performed. With his background in electronics and mechanics, Klinger fulfilled contracts to write technical and operational manuals for companies such as Honeywell, Docutel, Diebold, and General Electric. He became best known for his first Novel, Dean Ransom, Restored (2008)
Personal life
Klinger's first marriage to Teresa Tidball ended in divorce in the early 1980s. He has a daughter from that union. He has been married since 1990 to Debbie Gibson. Curtis Klinger became a devout born-again Christian in 1976-1977, while living in Germany and serving in the US ARMY. He continues to write, and perform dramatic monologues.
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References
U.S. Jaycees, Outstanding Young Men of America - 1982 - Curtis Klinger
External links