The Craft: The Importance of "Presence" Note: The following is adapted from a chapter of Christopher Paul Meyer’s memoir, Icarus Falling: A True Story About the Broken Dreams, Broken Heart and Broken Bones of a Nightclub Bouncer in LA. _____ The longer I stayed in Hollywood, the more I understood what it meant to be a cowboy. I wouldn’t get (and didn’t deserve) the same … [Read more...]
The Soft Landing, Part II: Customer Relations
The Soft Landing, Part II: Customer Relations Note: The following is adapted from a chapter of Christopher Paul Meyer’s memoir, Icarus Falling: A True Story About the Broken Dreams, Broken Heart and Broken Bones of a Nightclub Bouncer in LA. You can read Part I here. _____ One block away, I entered the large glass doors of The Standard Downtown. It was no dive … [Read more...]
Man of War: An Excerpt
An excerpt from Man of War: An Eric Steel Novel: The gas burned Steele’s eyes and was seeping into his pores. His face was on fire, but he pushed through the pain, his heart thundering in his chest as he held his breath. To his left Bassar’s car shot up the drive, the back end fishtailing on the gravel. He had to get to Meg—the thought was as loud and undeniable as his … [Read more...]
The Soft Landing, Part I: Landing A Security Gig
The Soft Landing, Part I: Landing A Security Gig Note: The following is adapted from a chapter of Christopher Paul Meyer’s memoir, Icarus Falling: A True Story About the Broken Dreams, Broken Heart and Broken Bones of a Nightclub Bouncer in LA. _____ I spent most days at the internet cafe on Sunset and La Brea where I’d try to find an unoccupied seat among the transients, … [Read more...]
Why Aspiring Writers Should Pay Attention to Brad Thor
If you are a spy novel enthusiast, you are likely familiar with names like John Le Carre, Tom Clancy, and Vince Flynn. Hopefully, another name is equally familiar—Brad Thor. All of these writers have something in common—the mystery behind their capabilities in writing gripping stories that seem a bit too real. Of the aforementioned, the only author known to have a true … [Read more...]
Lest We Forget: An Excerpt
Lest We Forget: An Excerpt An excerpt from 'Lest We Forget: A Ranger Medic's Story': "Should we have a BBQ for the fourth of July this weekend?" Asked Matt. "This is America isn't it?" I respond. It is the final days of June 2005 and I was already preparing to leave on my second combat deployment. Matt and I shared a two story, three-bedroom condo that was considered … [Read more...]
The Ranger Way – A “Peer Eval” on Benghazi Survivor Kris Paronto’s Book
It is fitting with the upcoming, week-long celebration at Fort Benning, Georgia known as “Ranger Rendezvous” to highlight a book published in May 2017. The Ranger Way, written by Kris “Tanto” Paronto, underscores both the value and unique lifestyle of a Ranger. Having both earned the “coveted” Ranger tab and served in 2nd Ranger Battalion, Tanto underscores the importance and … [Read more...]
Writing War: How Writing Saved Me from Myself
Special Guest submission by GySgt L. Christian Bussler (Ret.) I had thought that my days of war were over. I had thought that I had enough and given all of this shit up a long time ago. But I guess I was wrong. I am back here again like a bad song in a broken jukebox. There was one more ounce of strength in my soul to give towards the fight. There was an immense burden of … [Read more...]
“Faith to Foster:” A 160th Pilot And His Wife Give Back
While our country is preoccupied with chasing the American dream, thousands of children long for a family and a place they can call home. Foster children live in nearly every community, waiting in silent anonymity for someone to welcome them into their life. Today, there are more than 400,000 children in foster care according to the Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and … [Read more...]
The Warrior’s Path to Healing
The Warrior's Path to Healing Brad Genereux Kat called me to ask a favor. She worked with me in Africa some years ago. We became friends, despite my sending her to a remote location in Africa for several months. “I’d like you to walk the Camino with a friend of mine.” “Sure thing, tell me about your friend.” Kat paused, “Our families have been close as long as I … [Read more...]
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