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‘Ewa Beach Resident Will Espero Has The ‘Write’ Stuff
BY KYLE GALDEIRA
been told ‘never say never,’” Espero remains busy with a poetry book in the works, a play or musical in develop- ment, and a future sitcom or screenplay in mind.
While reflecting on a lengthy political career that included 19 years in elected office, Will Espero is proud of his impact in West O‘ahu.
“One goal of my writing is to try to get a television series for Hawai‘i and boost the film industry.”
The longtime ‘Ewa Beach resident looks back fondly on his accomplishments in office, while forging his new- found career as an author. After being appointed by the late Mayor Frank Fasi to lead O‘ahu’s Neighborhood Board system for eight years, he became a state representa- tive for three years and repre- sented ‘Ewa Beach as a state senator for 16 years through 2018.
debates about ending home- lessness, legalizing cannabis and regulating the sex indus- try develop.
year after the end of book one and he expects it to be avail- able for purchase by the fall of this year.
“The arts and entertain- ment are of global interest,” Espero says. “Hawai‘i can become a creative destina- tion and generate unique content for the world. En- trepreneurs and technology have made it easier for Ha- wai‘i residents and humanity to stay connected and share their stories and ideas. I hope to become a part of this adventure.”
“During my 19 years in elected office, I helped in developing my district and region with new government infrastructure and build- ings,” Espero says. “Some of the construction projects I pushed and helped fund included Fort Weaver Road widening and beautification, Kualaka‘i Parkway, Kapo- lei Judicial Building, Uni- versity of Hawai‘i – West O‘ahu, ‘Ewa Makai Middle School, Keoneula Elemen- tary School, Saber Hall, the
Will Espero of ‘Ewa Beach released his book, Passion in Paradise, while the sequel is underway. PHOTO COURTESY WILL ESPERO
el that is set in Hawai‘i and delves into politics, business, romance and relationships. The fictional story focuses on two prominent families who compete and interact in var- ious situations and settings, while social discussions and
“A gubernatorial cam- paign, a reckless affair, an ex- tortion scheme, a restaurant shooting, a Waikīkī fashion festival and an unexpected injury weave a tapestry of suspense, intrigue and mys- tery,” Espero explains. “A character dies and the book becomes a ‘whodunit’ as sev- eral suspects emerge. With the social issues mentioned, I want readers to reflect on what’s happening in our so- ciety.”
“One goal of my writing is to try to get a television series for Hawai‘i and boost the film industry,” Espero says. “I believe the characters and story lines based in Hawai‘i could become a tantalizing political drama similar to House of Cards or The West Wing.”
Passion in Paradise is available online at amazon. com, barnesandnoble.com and other sites where books are sold.
new Campbell High School extension, and installing air conditioning in various local schools. I also introduced and passed 99 bills, which in- cluded prison reform, police reform, historic preservation, gun control, veteran affairs, aerospace development and affordable housing funding.”
Espero is currently work- ing on the sequel, Missing in Paradise.
Espero’s love for writing goes back to his elementary school days when he devel- oped a passion for reading and writing, and culture and arts in general. While he is currently retired from pol- itics and has “no plans to run again, even though I’ve
Espero notes that he has some preordered copies on hand for O‘ahu residents to purchase, and that he will sign and deliver them. Con- tact him at william.espero@ gmail.com.
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