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Author.Advisor. Speaker.Comedian.

Daniel Carr Melchior is an author whose life journey, woven from diverse threads of experience and adversity, has been a continuous quest for understanding and kindness. Born and raised on the south side of Evansville, Indiana, Melchior’s early life in a challenging environment drove him to seek stability through continuous learning and personal growth.

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About Dan Melchior

Born and raised on the depressed south side of Evansville, Indiana, Melchior’s early experiences of hardship fueled his pursuit of stability and a lifelong quest for knowledge. This journey led him to earn an MBA and later a Master of Arts in Writing from Johns Hopkins University, marking him as a lifelong learner committed to mastering the art of storytelling. Melchior has lived across the United States and has cultivated a rich tapestry of experiences, from corporate success to stand-up comedy. Read More.

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Time and again, Daniel Melchior dares to take us past the forgotten headlines, deeper into the shadows of the past. In doing so, he gives us a heartfelt story about family, loss, and, ultimately, the true measure of perseverance.
Tim Wendel, ‘Rebel Falls’
In this meticulously researched memoir, Dan Melchior digs into so much that our country continues to wrestle with—blue collar men breaking apart, homophobia, racism, doctors dealing drugs, and gun violence. The story, set in Evansville, Indiana, relives decades of challenges that continue to haunt America today. Fortunately, there’s hope in the shape of people like the author’s mother Dolores—loving, hardworking “in the margins,” and accepting of others. The Silk Finisher introduces readers to this quietly remarkable woman who witnessed it all.
Mary Collins, Author of At the Broken Places

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River City Crimes begins in Evansville, Indiana, Dan Melchior’s hometown. Known as Stoplight City, Evansville is home to great people who work hard, enjoy their friends and family and take pride in local sports teams. Stoplight City has also been witness to many spectacular, often heinous crimes.