Meet the Authors Behind the Stories
At DeVault Publishing, every book begins with a voice worth hearing and is highlighted in our author profiles. Our authors bring experience, imagination, and purpose to every page—creating stories and guides designed to inform, inspire, and stay with you long after you’ve finished reading.
Each author profile below offers a closer look at the individuals behind the work—their background, their writing journey, and the ideas that drive them. Whether you’re discovering a new favorite or following an author you already enjoy, this is where the connection begins.
Explore the profiles below and find the voices that resonate with you. You can request to add your profile by contacting DeVault Publishing on social media.
Barbara Dean DeVault (1939–2019), who wrote under the name B. D. DeVault, was an American author whose work spanned heartfelt small-town fiction, short stories, and imaginative children’s books. A lifelong lover of books and storytelling, she owned and operated the independent bookstore Booktrees & Etc. for 17 years, creating a welcoming space for readers of all ages in her Oklahoma community.
Barbara also created the charming “Kittydid & Tad” children’s series, including Kittydid and Tad in “A Cat Such as I,” A Cat in the Dell, and Kittydid & Tad in “Hail to the Chief.” These stories reflect her joy in writing for young readers and her belief that kindness, courage, and curiosity matter at any age.
Barbara was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and her family, faith, and community deeply shaped the worlds and characters she created. Today, her books continue to find new readers who connect with her warm, human storytelling and the quiet strength at the heart of her characters.
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Rico King writes across genres with one guiding rule: the story or guide has to matter. His work spans fiction and nonfiction, including murder mysteries, short stories, cybersecurity guides, and prepping and preparedness books—all grounded in real-world experience and practical insight.
Whether he’s crafting a suspenseful mystery, breaking down cybersecurity in plain English, or helping readers prepare for the unexpected, Rico focuses on clarity, purpose, and impact. His fiction leans toward character-driven stories with grit and heart, while his guides are straightforward, usable, and built for people who want answers—not fluff.
Rico doesn’t write to chase trends or pad pages. He writes to inform, challenge, and entertain, often blending realism with storytelling that sticks. If you’re looking for books that respect your time, sharpen your thinking, and keep you turning pages, you’ll find a wide—and intentional—range of work here.
