Media & Speaker Kit
Sean Spurlock
Author of The Red Fields of France
seanspurlock.com
seanaldenspurlock@gmail.com
The Book
May 1940. As German forces break through in the West, a young British private is swept into the chaos of the campaign in France and the desperate retreat toward the Channel. In London, newly appointed Prime Minister Winston Churchill must decide whether Britain fights on or seeks terms — a choice that will shape the fate of the free world.
Winner, Readers’ Favorite Bronze Award.
Praise
- “The Red Fields of France deserves to be a classic.” — Book Review Directory
- “Riveting, emotional, and packed with historical factoids.” — Kirkus Reviews
- “Sweeping and unflinchingly human… a gripping World War II epic.” — New In Books Reviews
- “Engaging, and goes beyond what many World War II novels cover.” — Readers' Favorite — 5/5 Stars
About the Author
Sean Spurlock studied Politics, Philosophy, and Economics at The King’s College in New York City, where he served as President of the House of Sir Winston Churchill. During his tenure he attended multiple International Churchill Conferences, published articles on Churchill’s legacy, and led the establishment of a Library of Winston Churchill at the college. For over a decade he has also been an entrepreneur as the Co-Founder of Two Cities Pizza, a four-location pizza company. A former competitive debater and finalist in Ohio’s Constitutional Speech competition, Sean speaks to civic groups, schools, and history audiences. The Red Fields of France is his debut novel.
Talk Topics
- Churchill’s Darkest Hour — How a new Prime Minister held Britain in the war through May and June 1940.
- The Road to Dunkirk — The fall of France and the soldiers who lived it, from the front lines to the beaches.
- Writing History as Fiction — Blending meticulous research with human stories — for book clubs, schools, and writers’ groups.
- Entrepreneurship & Small Business — Lessons from more than a decade co-founding and growing Two Cities Pizza to four locations — for business groups, chambers, and students.
Talks run 20–45 minutes plus Q&A, in person or virtual. A detailed talk outline is available on request.