Mickie Winkler, one of Austin Macauley’s most talented authors, was recently interviewed by her local newspaper, The Almanac, for her book, Politics, Police and Other Earthling Antics. The interview feature was published on Wednesday, November 25th, 2020. Mickie talked about her experiences as the mayor of Menlo Park and how some of these experiences influenced her writing. She has shared many perspectives in her book. For the complete interview and the news feature, click here. Politics, Police, and Other Earthling Antics is a collection of fifty-four illustrated and short stories reflecting the habits of ordinary people. Imagine how aliens look at us and our everyday life. Living different roles at a time, the author wonders if there is intelligent life on earth. She hopes that after reading the book, people's perspectives will change. Grab your copy of the book here. Mickie Winkler has served as the mayor of Menlo Park in 2006. The story of the book starts with her sworn-in ceremony. As a politician, she failed to do what other politicians do i.e. getting reelected.