Johnny Molloy is a writer and adventurer who has penned over fifty outdoor hiking, camping, and paddling guides, as well as true outdoor adventure stories. His nonfiction passion started after reading In Cold Blood by Truman Capote, which his father had left lying around. After that, he delved into all manner of nonfiction reading, from Strange But True Football Stories to books about the Mississippi River, Lewis and Clark, and the Civil War. He has since focused his reading on early American history.
His outdoor passion started on a backpacking trip in Great Smoky Mountains National Park while attending the University of Tennessee. That first foray unleashed a love of the outdoors that has led Molloy to spend most of his time hiking, backpacking, canoe camping, and tent camping for the past three decades. Friends enjoyed his outdoor adventure stories, and one even suggested he write a book. He pursued his friend’s idea and soon parlayed his love of the outdoors into an occupation.
Molloy writes for various magazines, websites, and newspapers. He continues writing and traveling extensively throughout the United States, engaging in a variety of outdoor pursuits. His non-outdoor interests include serving God as a Gideon and University of Tennessee sports. For the latest on Johnny, visit johnnymolloy.com.