About Andrew Allen Smith
Author, Poet, Storyteller, Technologist, and Observer of Life
Andrew Allen Smith is a West Michigan author with a passion for storytelling, an insatiable curiosity about the world, and a belief that every day offers an opportunity to experience something extraordinary.
Andrew began writing at a young age. Although he excelled in mathematics, science, and technology, writing became an outlet for his imagination, emotions, and observations about life. Long before publishing his first book, he had accumulated an extensive collection of handwritten poetry, short stories, and ideas that would eventually become the foundation of his literary career.
In 2005, Andrew published A Slice of Passion, his first poetry collection. Although the book received little attention initially, the experience ignited his interest in publishing and reinforced a simple belief: if his writing could touch even one person, it was worth sharing.
For many years, Andrew balanced his creative interests with a demanding career in technology, research, and executive leadership. His professional life took him around the world, exposing him to different cultures, extraordinary people, and experiences that would eventually influence his writing.
In 2015, encouraged by friends, Andrew returned to publishing with The Theft and Other Short Stories. The following year, he introduced readers to Vengeful Son, the first novel in The Masterson Files, a suspense and thriller series that would grow to include multiple interconnected stories and characters.
Since then, Andrew’s literary journey has expanded considerably. With 18 published books, his work crosses multiple genres, including suspense, psychological thrillers, horror, science fiction, fantasy, romance, poetry, and nonfiction.
His published works include the continuing Masterson Files series, multiple volumes of A Slice of Fear and A Slice of Passion, and other stories exploring the complexities of human nature. His writing frequently examines the choices people make, the consequences of those choices, and the sometimes extraordinary circumstances that challenge ordinary lives.
In 2021, Andrew collaborated with his sister on What NOT to Say to People Who Are Grieving, a nonfiction work exploring the difficult realities of grief and the ways people communicate with those experiencing loss. The book reached number 47 in Amazon’s Death and Grief category.
Andrew has also contributed short stories and flash fiction to various publications and anthologies, continuing to experiment with different forms of storytelling.
His creative work remains an ongoing adventure. Current projects include additional installments of The Masterson Files, the developing Eternal Forever series, and new works such as Burial Ground, a supernatural mystery involving hidden secrets, ancient traditions, and unexpected friendships. He also continues exploring science fiction, suspense, and horror through new manuscripts and short stories.
Beyond his books, Andrew is the creator of 29,000 Sunsets, a long-running collection of daily reflections on life, relationships, happiness, loss, personal growth, and the remarkable beauty found in ordinary moments.
The idea behind 29,000 Sunsets began with a simple question:
If you knew you had only 29,000 sunsets in your lifetime, and you were watching number 28,999, what would you do differently? And why aren’t you doing it today?
That question evolved into a personal philosophy:
Don’t whine about the past or pine for the future. Define who you are each and every day.
Through his daily writing, Andrew encourages readers to appreciate the moments they have, embrace the people around them, and recognize that even difficult experiences can offer perspective and opportunities for growth.
His background in technology, science, and leadership brings an additional dimension to his creative work. With more than four decades of experience in technology and executive roles, Andrew has spent much of his life solving complex problems, exploring emerging ideas, and questioning conventional thinking. That same curiosity carries into his fiction, poetry, and philosophical reflections.
For Andrew, writing is more than a profession or a hobby. It is a way to explore possibilities, preserve experiences, connect with others, and perhaps make someone’s day a little better.
He continues to write, develop new stories, participate in literary events, and share his thoughts with readers around the world.
And somewhere along the way, he hopes his words encourage others to appreciate one more sunset.
Sleep sweet. Love life. And never stop moving forward.
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