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Hello, space adventurers!

I'm delighted to announce the fourth thrilling installment in the "Forge Your Own Path" series. In "Escape from Alien Planet," you find yourself stranded on a mysterious and hostile alien world after a catastrophic spaceship crash. This book takes you on a heart-pounding journey through strange jungles, ancient ruins, and bustling alien cities as you seek a way to escape this dangerous planet. Every decision you make opens new paths and outcomes, from encountering telepathic aliens and deciphering cryptic messages to surviving gladiator arenas and infiltrating high-security areas. Your choices will shape your destiny, offering a unique and exciting adventure each time you read.

Creating this book has been an exhilarating experience, pushing the boundaries of imagination and adventure. I aimed to craft a world teeming with alien flora and fauna, advanced technology, and diverse beings, providing readers with a rich tapestry of challenges and discoveries. The thrill of navigating through perilous environments and the tension of making life-or-death decisions will keep you on the edge of your seat. This book is designed to inspire bravery, quick thinking, and resourcefulness, encouraging readers to embrace the unknown and forge their own paths in a galaxy full of possibilities.

I hope "Escape from Alien Planet" captivates your children’s imagination and fuels their sense of adventure as you navigate the complexities of an alien world. Thank you for continuing this journey with me, and I look forward to hearing about the unique paths you choose to forge.

Space awaits,
Samuel DenHartog

It’s always a joy to dive into a new holiday adventure, and this time, I’ve decided to send the Martians into one of Earth’s most unique celebrations—Halloween! Our favorite extraterrestrial explorers are back, landing in the quaint town of Autumnville just in time to experience the fun, spooky, and downright odd traditions that come with this autumn holiday. From pumpkin carving to haunted corn mazes, their quirky attempts to fit in are sure to bring both laughter and warmth to readers.

As they explore the mystery of trick-or-treating and the thrill of picking costumes, the Martians find themselves in the middle of some amusing situations that only they could create. There’s a playful charm in how they interpret Earth’s Halloween customs, from glowing jack-o’-lanterns to a Martian-fueled Halloween dance party. Through it all, they manage to capture the essence of what makes Halloween so magical—connecting with others, embracing creativity, and celebrating the playful side of life.

With “Monsters and Martians,” I wanted to take these lovable characters into new territory, blending the spooky spirit of Halloween with their innocent curiosity. It’s a lighthearted, fun read that I hope brings as much joy to you as it did to me while writing it. Autumnville has never seen a Halloween like this, and it’s my pleasure to invite you along for the ride!

Every legend begins somewhere, but few grow to capture imaginations like that of the Mothman. With my latest release, I’ve delved deep into the mythos, bringing a unique perspective to a tale that has haunted and fascinated people for decades. This is more than just a recounting of eerie sightings—it’s an exploration of the mysterious being behind the legend.

Through vivid storytelling and an intense first-person narrative, this book invites readers into the mind of the creature itself, known to the world as the Mothman. From his arrival on Earth to his internal struggles as an outsider, the story peels back the layers of myth and presents a thoughtful portrayal of identity, purpose, and the longing to belong.

The backdrop of Point Pleasant, West Virginia, with its eerie woods, small-town charm, and the infamous Silver Bridge collapse, provides a richly atmospheric setting. It’s a world that feels as alive as the characters themselves. The book also examines humanity through the creature’s eyes, reflecting on themes of fear, resilience, and the power of belief.

If you’re intrigued by the blend of folklore, suspense, and emotional depth, this story will leave you wondering what’s real, what’s imagined, and what might still be watching from the fringes of our world.

What if your memories reset every seventy-two hours, and no one questioned it? That question sits at the core of this book. In a world engineered by outside forces to be peaceful and orderly, citizens live carefully curated lives where identity, emotion, and even love are systematically erased. The technology is perfect, the illusion complete, and most people go along willingly. But two people begin to remember what they’re not supposed to, and that changes everything.

The story follows Adrian and Mara, two citizens caught in the rhythm of resets who start to glimpse each other across the artificial blankness of their days. As pieces of a forgotten life resurface, they find themselves tethered not only to one another but to a deeper, more dangerous truth about the world they live in. Their connection becomes more than emotional. It becomes a threat. The more they remember, the more cracks appear in the system that holds everything together.

This book blends emotional memory with speculative science, focusing not on laser battles or far-off planets, but on the quiet, intimate tension of knowing something is wrong and being powerless to prove it. The science fiction elements such as memory engineering, emotional anchors, and systems of control are there to ask a larger question: What does it mean to truly choose who you are, if every part of your past is constantly taken from you? The answer is not delivered in speeches or exposition. It plays out in fragments, stolen moments, and choices that feel both impossible and inevitable.

“Until We Forget Again” is a book about memory, but also about resistance. It is personal, emotional, and systemic. It is about what we hold onto when the world is designed to make us let go. And it is about how even in the most controlled environments, love can become the most disruptive force of all.