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Holiday Spirit should last all year

As the Holiday season fast approaches, I find myself reflecting on the current state of global affairs and reminiscing on my childhood—a time when everything appeared so much simpler and innocent. I suppose that is a common memory of adults as they think back on a time when the daily news carried no interest at all. But, sadly, there are many children whose days are not filled with joyful play, who do not have the privilege to attend school on a regular basis—many children who may not know bo...

4-Book set makes USA TODAY Bestseller list!

[image error]It’s official–the Peter Savage thrillers four-book set is now a USA TODAY bestseller, Apple iBooks bestseller, and Amazon bestseller. Thank you to my reading fans for you support and encouragement. And thank you to my publisher, Light Messages, for executing a fantastic publicity campaign through the last days of October and into November. When I began this journey with Peter Savage and friends, the though of achieving USA TODAY bestselling status was the stuff of dreams. Now that dream has b...

New page–Book Reviews !!

[image error]I really enjoy reading action thrillers. Always on searching for a fresh voice, my reading list usually emphasizes new and emerging authors. Since book reviews are vitally important to authors, I also post a large number of reviews–mostly on Amazon and Goodreads. Occasionally, I’ll even write a concise endorsement that authors may use on the front cover or back cover of their book. Over the years, a long list of people have helped advance my writing career, and I want to do the same through f...

Of course Russia tried to influence our election–here’s why!

[image error]Did the Russian government truly attempt to influence the outcome of the 2016 Presidential election? This is the question that seems to dominate our national dialog. Time will tell as the investigations run their course and the evidence is released. However, in my opinion, the answer is: “Yes, of course Russia tried to influence the election! And I’d wager they have tried before.”

How can I be so certain? The answer is clear—because we’ve done it to other countries. Yes, sad but true. The Uni...

Subject: Nailed it

[image error]This morning I received an email (below) from an active duty seaman serving on the USS Ronald Reagan. Being able to connect with readers is what makes writing so rewarding, and I wanted to share this and encourage comments from other readers. Every email that comes through my web site, I read. And I promise to get back to you.

From: [NAME REMOVED]@CVN76.Navy.mil

Subject: Nailed it.

Message Body:

Mr. Edlund I downloaded hunting savage before we left for deployment and didn’t think much of it j...

Remember the USS Liberty

[image error]Memorial Day. We observe this holiday in remembrance of those who have died in service to their country, and it is fitting that we do so. It is important to never forget the sacrifices our service men and women have made, lest we take for granted those sacrifices and fail to avoid conflict whenever possible and humanely reasonable.

I am a firm advocate that every member of Congress and the President should spend time in front of the black wall (the Vietnam Memorial) across the street from the...

Some heroes have four legs

[image error]Canis lupus familiaris, more commonly known as the domestic dog, has been serving his master in conflict for centuries. The Romans trained huge mastiffs for battle alongside the foot soldiers. Reportedly, one Centurion handler could manage four or five of these powerful dogs with leashes gripped in both hands.

Police dogs are fairly well known, but combat dogs less frequently get mention in the media, although they play a significant role, especially in the often chaotic battle with terrorist...

Two upcoming releases!

[image error]Rex Tillerson and I are off to Asia—no, we will not be travelling together. But I will be in China visiting several cities over the coming few weeks and generally unavailable to post a new blog. So better to do so now.

It’s been awhile since my last update on new book releases and other writing developments, and there’s a lot going on with two new productions being readied for public release.

First, April 25 is the release of Hunting Savage, Peter Savage book #4. Steve Berry, the New York Tim...

Literacy–the importance of developing a love for reading

[image error]This guest blog is by author Susan Day. As you’ll see, she is passionate about promoting reading with children of all ages, a passion I share. It would be very difficult to overstate the importance of literacy, not just for the enjoyment factor, but as a vital skill that is essential to advancing your career and, quite simply, navigating through our modern society.

Literacy rates are declining–should authors be worried? By Susan Day

Thousands of books are published each day – perhaps more. It...