Robert Hilliard has written on sports, history, and the outdoors for over three decades. In 2012 his first book, 'A Season on the Allegheny,' was published. It quickly hit the Top 10 in two Amazon categories and has garnered national attention since its publication. Rob has now published his first novel, entitled 'In Freedom's Shadow.' The historical novel is based on the true story of John Scobell, who escaped slavery in the Confederacy during the Civil War, only to return to the South as a Union spy. Upon its release in November 2023, 'In Freedom's Shadow' was a #1 bestseller in three Amazon categories and a Top New Release in two others.