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Herbert Hopp’s Story Published!
“Herbert Hopp’s Story” is a tale of military achievement but it’s also a tale of pain and suffering. Long before the term Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) had even been coined, my uncle was deep in its throes. Continue reading
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Tagged 1943, alcoholism, aviators, ebook, guadalcanal, Guadalcanal Aviators, herbert hopp, military, post traumatic stress, PTSD, Uncle Herb, US Navy, uss copahee, veteran
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Tortugas Today
So that’s the new way of life for sea turtles these days. Endangered by human predators, they are shepherded by humans as well. It’s a new balance of nature. Continue reading
Posted in Real Science
Tagged Archelon, Chase Armstrong, Dinosaur Tales, Olive Ridley, sayulita, tortugas
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Lunar Eclipse and Purgatory Crater
On the moon, oxygen is the most precious commodity. Without it, death comes quickly. But there are other things of value in the vastness of Luna, and other reasons to die. Continue reading
Posted in From Outta Space
Tagged diamonds, moon, moonbase, mystery, science fiction, young adult
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You say Skybax and I say Quetzalcoatlus
Now, I’m nowhere near the caliber of James Gurney when it comes to illustration, but with the completion of my short story, “Riding Quetzalcoatlus,” I had to come up with something. So here’s the result of my humble effort. Continue reading
Purgatory Crater
If you liked Humphrey Bogart in The Treasure of Sierra Madre, then get ready to get the creeps — on the moon. Continue reading
Posted in Author, From Outta Space
Tagged crater, ebook, moon, mystery, science fiction
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Unsung Navy Air Heroes of Guadalcanal
I’ve found a first-hand account of the engagement in which Herb’s plane was shot down, his pilot and bombardier where mortally wounded, and he was shot full of metal fragments and bullet holes. Continue reading
Tagged 1943, aviators, Grumman Avenger, guadalcanal, Guadalcanal Aviators, herbert hopp, Navy Air, Uncle Herb, uss copahee
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Dinosaur Wars Sequel Published
Dinosaur Wars: Counterattack is available as an ebook for Kindle, Nook, and in a variety of other formats. Check your favorite ebook store for a download. Continue reading
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Tagged Chase Armstrong, counterattack, Dinosaur Country, Dinosaur Wars, ebook, Kit Daniels, military, science fiction, tyrannosaur, utahraptor
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My Dog Wants To Eat You
It’s the haunting season. Prepare to be scared. There’s something not quite right about this dog, wouldn’t you agree? “A Dangerous Breed” is available now as an ebook. Continue reading
Posted in Author, Indian Country
Tagged coydog, genetic code, GMO, Native American, Peyton McKean, Shaman, story
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The Ghost Trees — Published!
I’m delighted to have my story appear in the same book as some very well respected, award winning, and best-selling mystery authors. Continue reading
Posted in Author, Indian Country
Tagged Duwamish Tribe, ebook, ghost, Native American, Peyton McKean, Seattle, Shaman
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