About The Author

About The Author

Meet Tim J. Culbertson

I am Tim J. Culbertson, a Sikeston, Missouri native, lifelong movie lover, storyteller, and proud author who found a new creative chapter after retiring from retail grocery in 2022. My world has always been filled with cinema, family memories, Oscar nights, classic stars, and the kind of stories that make people ask, “What happens next?”

I write from the heart, whether I am exploring Hollywood glamour, Mary Tyler Moore’s unforgettable resilience, or the emotional roots of family, love, loss, and healing. I believe stories should sparkle, but they should also stay human. As I like to remind readers: bring curiosity, bring laughter, and maybe keep a box of Kleenex nearby.

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Why Readers Love Tim Culbertson’s Stories

Tim Culbertson’s books are for readers who love more than a simple story. Want Oscar trivia wrapped in friendship, grief, travel, Hollywood dreams, and behind-the-scenes sparkle? Want a tribute that asks, “What makes an icon unforgettable?” His writing blends cinema, memory, humor, heartache, and resilience. From Academy Award obsession to Mary Tyler Moore’s smile and family’s “days of plenty,” every book feels personal, warm, and alive.

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Standing Ovations from Movie Buffs

    Alex
    Alex

    "I've always loved movies, but this book made me love them even more." There are a lot of interesting anecdotes regarding the Oscars and the movie business in "And The Oscar Goes To..." It seemed like I was discovering a buried treasure of Hollywood history in each chapter.

      Emily
      Emily

      Very interesting! Every chapter is like a little documentary full with interesting facts and ideas. This book is a gold mine for both movie fans and anyone who are simply interested in the Oscars.

        Jane
        Jane

        "Anyone who loves movies should read this!" "And The Oscar Goes To..." is a fascinating look at the long history of the Oscars. "I couldn't stop reading it!"

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