Military Fiction

[close] No theme, no rules. Just chaotic people trying to finish a book or two.

[close] "What are you reading?" That's the question John Laney nearly fumbled when he faced a review board considering him for a command position. Realizing how critical reading is to anyone becoming a well-rounded and well-grounded individual, he founded DODReads an organization dedicated to reading and lifelong learning. Here, the DODReads organization invites those with that same vision to gather, post, and comment. Books on the DODReads Group site include those on the Navy, Army, AirForce and Marine reading lists and others submitted as relevant by group members.

[close] As members of the Army Profession, each of us has an inherent responsibility to self-improve. Professional reading and writing are a key component that is often overlooked. It is easy to make excuses as to why we are missing this essential component of our development: not enough time, not knowing what to read, or just missing a bit of motivation. In this spirit, I have sifted through several published Army/Engineer lists aimed at the Self Development of NCOs in the ranks of Sergeant and Staff Sergeant. From there I looked for books that are less than 400 pages. My hope is that this may help motivate you to start your self-development journey. I would be to hear your thoughts on the books and how you see their lessons for leadership.

[close] You're probably wondering why the name "Grunts Gone AWOL." Well, we're a couple of grunts who have gone AWOL from our normal lives and are in search of scholarly ones instead. In short, we're just a group of adventure seeking grunts, who are looking to make a group of people that can and will escape into the realms of Fantasy and Science Fiction. All are welcome and encouraged to join! So please join, and enjoy the discussions and in-depth overviews of the books we read! (You won't be disappointed!)