DANA HOLYFIELD
LOUISIANA AUTHOR
My name is Dana Holyfield, and I hail from Slidell, Louisiana—a quaint town nestled just outside of New Orleans with the Honey Island Swamp in my backyard. I am an independent self-published author. "Swamp Cooking with the River People" was my inaugural cookbook. However, it transcended the conventional boundaries of a mere cookbook; it intertwines storytelling with an abundance of my photographs that capture the essence of swamp living. As the granddaughter of the original Swamp Monster hunter, Harlan Ford, I authored a book chronicling the legendary Honey Island Swamp Monster and produced a documentary film that has facilitated my numerous guest appearances on various television programs that include "Mysteries at the Museum," "Fact or Faked: Paranormal Files," "America Unearthed," "Swamp Monsters," "Swamp People," "Book TV," "Hannity's America" on Fox News, and "News with a Twist," among others. In addition to my explorations of culinary arts and Swamp Monsters, I have also penned short novels, move screenplays and children's books. Writing is my fervent passion, and I have stories yet to be unveiled. Stay tuned!
LOUISIANA AUTHOR
My name is Dana Holyfield, and I hail from Slidell, Louisiana—a quaint town nestled just outside of New Orleans with the Honey Island Swamp in my backyard. I am an independent self-published author. "Swamp Cooking with the River People" was my inaugural cookbook. However, it transcended the conventional boundaries of a mere cookbook; it intertwines storytelling with an abundance of my photographs that capture the essence of swamp living. As the granddaughter of the original Swamp Monster hunter, Harlan Ford, I authored a book chronicling the legendary Honey Island Swamp Monster and produced a documentary film that has facilitated my numerous guest appearances on various television programs that include "Mysteries at the Museum," "Fact or Faked: Paranormal Files," "America Unearthed," "Swamp Monsters," "Swamp People," "Book TV," "Hannity's America" on Fox News, and "News with a Twist," among others. In addition to my explorations of culinary arts and Swamp Monsters, I have also penned short novels, move screenplays and children's books. Writing is my fervent passion, and I have stories yet to be unveiled. Stay tuned!
MY PUBLISHED BOOKS INCLUDE:
This little book meticulously chronicles my grandfather, Harlan Ford's legendary encounter with the Louisiana Honey Island Swamp Monster, accompanied by captivating evidence unearthed from his possessions, including an 8mm film reel that vividly depicts the creature traversing the swamp in an upright posture. Additionally, the book serves as a compendium of other local encounters, enriched with illustrations and photographs that complement the narratives. Should you read my book, I would be grateful if you could leave a review on Amazon. Thank you.
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A Romantic Comedy Novella Hot as Cayenne. This lighthearted yet passionate romance blends celebrity culture, small-town grit, and unexpected love, charming readers with its vivid setting and opposites-attract chemistry. The story centers on Amos, a reclusive Cajun swamp man living a quiet life aboard his houseboat in the Atchafalaya Basin. Far removed from fame, fortune, and modern chaos, Amos prefers the company of gators and cypress trees—until a chance encounter changes everything. After rescuing a glamorous fashion model from becoming alligator bait during a photo shoot gone wrong, Amos is suddenly thrust into the spotlight, earning the paparazzi nickname “Gator Dundee.” That model is Claire, a woman who seemingly has it all—wealth, fame, and success—but is quietly starving for something real. Raised in the swamp but pushed toward bigger dreams by her mother, Claire escaped her roots and climbed to the top of the fashion world. What she cannot find, however, is genuine love. Surrounded by opportunists and a fame-hungry boyfriend using her for career advancement, Claire longs for authenticity. When paparazzi swarm and danger escalate, Claire begs Amos to hide her away from the public eye for a little while. Reluctantly, he agrees, taking her deep into the swamp where civilization fades and emotions rise. As days pass on the secluded houseboat, Claire reconnects with memories she once buried, discovering that the swamp she left behind holds more beauty—and truth—than she ever realized. Holyfield crafts a romance fueled by contrast: celebrity versus simplicity, ambition versus belonging, heat versus heart. As attraction intensifies, Amos finds himself falling for a woman who he may not be able to keep in his world, while Claire must decide whether love is worth leaving the life she built behind. With humor, sensuality, and a richly atmospheric Southern setting, GATOR DUNDEE delivers a romance that is playful yet emotionally grounded. The short novel celebrates the idea that love often appears where we least expect it—and that sometimes, the things we run from are the very things that can save us.
SWAMP COOKING WITH THE RIVER PEOPLE
This unique volume serves as a cookbook, a narrative, and a photographic journal all rolled into one. Within its pages, images offer a captivating glimpse into the off-grid river life nestled in the heart of Louisiana's Honey Island Swamp. Additionally, you will discover the amusing tale of the Reunion of Gator and LouAnn, an exhilarating alligator rodeo, and the Elks Lodge Double Wedding, among other engaging narratives. It serves as an exceptional gift for cookbook aficionados, a delightful addition to your coffee table for leisurely reading, or a captivating conversation starter. Furthermore, if you are an avid fisherman or an outdoor enthusiast, you are certain to appreciate the recipes contained within as well!
CAJUN SEXY COOKING
Step into the Louisiana bayou, where supper isn’t bought — it’s caught. Cajun Sexy Cooking celebrates the fearless swamp women who haul in crawfish, gators, frogs, and anything else the bayou’s willing to give.
This cookbook blends wild‑game recipes with real Cajun grit, humor, and heritage. With photos of the women in action and the story of how this whole spicy adventure began, its part cookbook, part culture, and all heart.
Whether you’re a collector, a hunter, a fisherman, or just someone who loves a good story with their supper, this book brings the bayou straight to your kitchen. Wild game recipes with Bold flavors seasoned with humor, grit, and a whole lot of sass Every recipe comes with the spirit of the swamp — rugged, resourceful, and full of life.
Taste the Wild Side of Cajun Country
If you love Cajun food, wild game, Southern culture, or just a durn good story, this cookbook belongs in your kitchen. Catch it. Cook it. Love it. Bring home the boldest Cajun cookbook on the bayou.
This cookbook blends wild‑game recipes with real Cajun grit, humor, and heritage. With photos of the women in action and the story of how this whole spicy adventure began, its part cookbook, part culture, and all heart.
Whether you’re a collector, a hunter, a fisherman, or just someone who loves a good story with their supper, this book brings the bayou straight to your kitchen. Wild game recipes with Bold flavors seasoned with humor, grit, and a whole lot of sass Every recipe comes with the spirit of the swamp — rugged, resourceful, and full of life.
Taste the Wild Side of Cajun Country
If you love Cajun food, wild game, Southern culture, or just a durn good story, this cookbook belongs in your kitchen. Catch it. Cook it. Love it. Bring home the boldest Cajun cookbook on the bayou.
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New Orleans Mardi Gras Cookbook
This delightful novelty cookbook is adorned with vibrant photographs showcasing costumed revelers in the iconic French Quarter, as well as captivating boat parades, dog parades, and lively street parades. It features an exquisite array of Cajun and Creole dishes, complemented by delectable Southern cocktail recipes, including the quintessential King Cake recipe originating from New Orleans. Additionally, readers can delve into the origins of Mardi Gras itself. This coffee table cookbook is not only a visual feast for your guests but also serves as a thoughtful gift for anyone who cherishes the spirit of New Orleans and the exuberance of Mardi Gras.
This delightful novelty cookbook is adorned with vibrant photographs showcasing costumed revelers in the iconic French Quarter, as well as captivating boat parades, dog parades, and lively street parades. It features an exquisite array of Cajun and Creole dishes, complemented by delectable Southern cocktail recipes, including the quintessential King Cake recipe originating from New Orleans. Additionally, readers can delve into the origins of Mardi Gras itself. This coffee table cookbook is not only a visual feast for your guests but also serves as a thoughtful gift for anyone who cherishes the spirit of New Orleans and the exuberance of Mardi Gras.
FINNED SOBER a Dark Mermaid Romance of Addiction and Survival
FINNED SOBER
A Dark Mermaid Romance
of Addiction and Survival
Deep in the shadow of moss-draped cypress trees and slow, black bayous, the swamp offers solitude—but it also keeps its secrets. By day, it feels like refuge. By night, it feels like something else entirely.
For Manny, the swamp isn’t just a refuge—it’s a last chance. Raised in a small town on its edge, Manny returns to the rugged houseboat his father built when he was a boy. Crafted from cypress wood and worn by time, it’s a place of memories, solitude, and hard truths. He plans to spend his days fishing, fixing what he can, and facing the battle he’s been running from. Because this time, Manny hasn’t come to escape.
He’s come to get sober—or die trying.
A Dark Mermaid Romance
of Addiction and Survival
Deep in the shadow of moss-draped cypress trees and slow, black bayous, the swamp offers solitude—but it also keeps its secrets. By day, it feels like refuge. By night, it feels like something else entirely.
For Manny, the swamp isn’t just a refuge—it’s a last chance. Raised in a small town on its edge, Manny returns to the rugged houseboat his father built when he was a boy. Crafted from cypress wood and worn by time, it’s a place of memories, solitude, and hard truths. He plans to spend his days fishing, fixing what he can, and facing the battle he’s been running from. Because this time, Manny hasn’t come to escape.
He’s come to get sober—or die trying.
THE LITTLE BAYOU MERMAID - a Children's Book
The Little Bayou Mermaid is a children's picture book narrated in verse, centering around a mermaid named Aqualina who resides in a murky lagoon. She forges an unlikely friendship with a Cajun boy named Remy when he liberates her fin from a tangled fishnet. Eager to expand her horizons, she implores him to share his schoolbooks, yearning to learn about the world beyond her watery domain. Witnessing her eyes illuminate with newfound knowledge ignites Remy’s aspiration to become a teacher. However, as summer wanes, he must depart for college, far from the enchanting bayou, yet he vows to return. When he fails to come back, the Little Bayou Mermaid employs the wisdom gleaned from her books to embark on a quest to find him. It is during this journey that she uncovers the heartbreaking truth: he has suffered an accident that has robbed him of his memories of her. In fleeting moments when she crosses his mind, he dismisses her as nothing more than a figment of his imagination.
Inspired by the real‑life Louisiana legend, this playful, rhyming adventure follows the boys as they trek through misty cypress trees, set clever traps, and chase clues through the moonlit swamp. But when the monster finally appears, the boys discover they’re in a very hairy situation… and catching a legend isn’t nearly as easy as they thought! Full of suspense, humor, and swamp‑magic charm, this enchanting tale invites young readers to explore the mystery, mischief, and wonder of the Honey Island Swamp.
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Sincerely,
Dana Holyfield
Sincerely,
Dana Holyfield
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