Pen Name:
Jim Tritten, Blaire Logan (with Sandi Hoover)
Genre:
Articles, Children’s, Essays, Historical Fiction, Horror, Memoir, Mystery, Romance, Other Nonfiction
Websites:
www.amazon.com: James John Tritten
www.amazon.com: Jim Tritten
www.goodreads.com: James John Tritten
www.goodreads.com: Jim Tritten
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Bio
Jim retired after a forty-four-year career with the Department of Defense, including duty as a carrier-based naval aviator. He holds advanced degrees from the University of Southern California and formerly served as a faculty member and National Security Affairs department chair at the Naval Postgraduate School. Dr. Tritten’s publications have won him seventy-seven writing awards, including the Alfred Thayer Mahan Award from the Navy League of the U.S., the Military Writers Society of America (MWSA) Writer of the Year and the Parris Award from SouthWest Writers (SWW) – both of these in 2023. He has published thirteen books and over four hundred chapters, short stories, essays, articles, and government technical reports. Jim was a frequent speaker at many military, arms control, and international conferences and has seen his work translated into Russian, French, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Books
Title: Rome: Centuries of Stories of the Eternal City
Publisher: Red Penguin Books; 1st edition (December 20, 2023)
“Papal Blessings” pp. 31-37
Embark on a literary journey through the enchanting streets of Rome and beyond, as you savor the magic, mystery, and romance that Italy so graciously offers. This captivating anthology, a harmonious symphony of short stories and poems, is a collaborative masterpiece crafted by a diverse group of writers who share their intimate encounters with the Eternal City and other charming spots in Italy. Whether you are a seasoned traveler, a dreamer yearning to explore, or simply an admirer of exquisite prose and poetry, this anthology will transport you to the captivating landscapes and spirited atmospheres that define the beauty of Italy. So, open the pages and let the whispers of Rome enchant your imagination.
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Title: Snapshots: An Anthology
Publisher: Red Engine Press (October 14, 2023)
“Living with an Alien” pp. 341-349
Snapshots is a collection of works by members of the Military Writers Society of America (MWSA). MWSA sponsors writers and their works by publishing anthologies on a periodic basis. This sponsorship providers writers with exposure to the literary world.
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Title: Here in the Now
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (August 7, 2023)
“Touched by Rapture” pp. 29-36
Here in the Now—An Anthology for the Soul is about the spiritually fulfilling adventures and experiences that come with leading a present life. You’ll think about those moments, realizations, and turning points that have held the most meaning in your days as you read about the experiences and insights of these talented writers.
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Title: Holes in Our Hearts: An Anthology of New Mexican Military Related Stories and Poetry
Publisher: Independently published (May 29, 2023)
“Introduction”
“Adjusting to New Realities”
“Thank you for your service”
This collection of prose and poetry was gathered and created by SouthWest Writers and funded through a grant from the State of New Mexico Arts Agency. These stories were written and contributed by New Mexican Veterans, their family members and caregivers including: Rosa Armijo-Pemble, Joseph Badal, Rebecca Black, Steve Borbas, E. Joe Brown, Laurel Burnett, Sherri Burr, Ivan Calhoun, John J. Candelaria, Judy Castleberry, Brenda Cole, Brinn Colenda, Joshua Colenda, Mark Fleisher, Paul David Gonzales, Linda G. Harris, M. Elder Hays, A. Michael Hibner, Carl Hitchens, KE Hopkins, James Houston and Molly Houston, Carol Kreis, Caroline A. LeBlanc, Jacqueline Murray Loring, Butch Maki, Elaine Carson Montague, Sam Moorman, Evelyn Neil, Thomas Neiman, C.L. Nemeth, Paula Nixon, Harper O’Connor, Jeffrey Otis, Donna Pedace, W. Howard Plunkett, Léonie Rosenstiel, Earl W. Rugen, Lynne Sebastian, Barb Simmons, Ted Spitzmiller, Dale Swetnam, Jasmine Tritten, Jim Tritten, Lawrence Trujillo, Vicki Turpen, KL Wagoner, Regina Washington, Dan Wetmore, Ben White, Josephine White, J. Allen Whitt, Circe Olson Woessner, Norbert Wood, Kay Yoest.
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Title: Spirit of Words: International Anthology 2023
Publisher: Independently Published (January 7, 2023)
“Elusive Answers” pp 77-102
The Spirit of Words is the 2023 annual anthology with the participation of many international authors from various levels. It aims to be a democratic space where a wide diversity of authors publish their voices both in prose and poetry across all continents. The collection has been going on since 2015 with ‘The pain that unites us all,’ ‘The Brave and the afraid,’ ‘Food memories,’ ‘Letters from here to hereafter,’ ‘Whitmanthology.’ The ebooks are always free and the printed versions are paid and distributed globally. We wish you enjoy the reading as much as we enjoyed producing it. A big THANK YOU to all our featured authors across the globe.
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Title: Tales of the Sea-A Short Story Anthology
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (September 28, 2022)
“Kerfuffle Over the Norwegian Sea” (pp. 21-29)
“Meetup in the Bermuda Triangle” (pp. 77-79)
Tales of the Sea-A Short Story Anthology compiles the works of almost a dozen ocean-faring authors as they share both fictional and true-to-life accounts of adventures atop the blue horizon. Join us as we dive headfirst into shark-infested waters, fantastical mermaid memories, and so much more!
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Title: Panama’s Gold: A Tale of Greed [2nd Ed.]
Co-Author: Sandi Hoover
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (September 28, 2022)
Lanny Mitchell, an enthusiastic birder, returns to Panama, a place with good memories. She’s thinking about moving there permanently when she has a casual meeting with a Chinese businessman who is combining a work assignment in Panama with adding birds to his life list. With their guide, they experience a dormant volcano’s signs of sleeplessness. Chinese activities are not all they seem and Lanny is involved with ecological issues and poisonous gases. Compounding the issue is the discovery of old Spanish gold. The resolution involves Panamanian friends, venomous snakes and a breach of trust.
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Anthology: A Diversity of Expression: 2022 Anthology of Winning Prose & Poetry
Publisher: Independently Published (August 28, 2022)
“One Way Flight to Shakin” (pp. 147-154)
The SouthWest Writers 2022 Writing Contest motto was A Diversity of Expression. Thirteen categories of prose, poetry, fiction, and non-fiction as well as art and photography grace this delightful anthology of winning entries.
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Title: Love and Lies: Call Me Eve
Co-Author: Sandi Hoover
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (June 20, 2022)
Winner of the Gold Medal from the Military Writers Society of America (MWSA) 2021 Writing Contest in the category of Romance, as well as 1st Place from the New Mexico Press Women 2022 Communications Contest in the category of Novellas.
2022 – Won 2nd place in the National Federation of Press Women Communications (NFPW) Contest in the category of novellas. The award was for the eBook version of Love and Lies: Call Me Eve, published in January 2021 by RhetAskew Publishing. The book was republished in June 2022 by Red Penguin Books in both paperback and Kindle formats. The re-publication contains a new cover, reformatted text, and some slight modifications to the text. Available on Amazon.com.
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Title: These Fought in Any Case: A Collection of Poems and Short Stories by Veterans
Publisher: Independently published (June 1, 2022)
“One-way Flight to Shakin” (pp. 51-55)
The Military Writers Society of America and The Cuddy Family Foundation for Veterans are honored to present a collection of original poems and short stories from veterans of the armed forces. Hundreds of submissions were received for a contest to send one veteran to the MWSA’s Annual Convention set for August 2022 in New Orleans and the finalists are featured in this book.
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Title: Happy Accidents: and other humorous short stories (The Red Penguin Collection)
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (May 23, 2022)
“a prisoner of angels (pp. 147-156)
From the truly ridiculous to the charmingly sublime comes “Happy Accidents, and other Humorous Short Stories,” an anthology that is sure to make your sides sore. Join us and a wonderfully talented assortment of writers as we celebrate the joys of telling tales and sharing smiles, whether with the world around us or the pages before us.
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Title: Anthology of Short Stories: Spring 2022 (Fenechty Publishing Anthology of Short Stories)
Publisher: Fenechty Publishing (March 2022)
“The Perfect Woman” (pp. 74-94)
This Spring 2022 edition of Fenechty Publishing’s Anthology of Short Stories includes twenty great stories in different genres and by different authors.
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Title: Anthology of Short Stories: Winter 2021 (Fenechty Publishing Anthology of Short Stories)
Publisher: Fenechty Publishing (November 29, 2021)
“Big Noses” (pp. 37-41)
This Winter 2021 edition of Fenechty Publishing’s Anthology of Short Stories includes thirteen great stories, making a total of eighty-six short stories published during the past year. “Big Noses” by Jim Tritten is a humorous examination of how others see us.
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Title: Kato’s Grand Adventure, 2nd. Ed.
♦ Co-author: Jasmine Tritten
Publisher: Independently published (November 13, 2021)
Genre: Children’s
An adventure story written from the perspective of a lost kitten. Kato is the cutest little gray/black striped young tabby with white paws and a rust-colored nose. He sets out to look for his missing sister. In the process, he gets lost in the woods near a rushing stream. With the help of a rabbit, then an owl, and finally a coyote, he overcomes many obstacles on his journey. Kato learns to take chances and accept help from the most unlikely of characters. He reunites with his sister and arrives safely home. Perfect to be read aloud to children and grandchildren at an early age. It can then be an enjoyable chapter book for anyone with a 4th or 5th-grade reading level—original illustrations by the author.
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Title: We Were Not Alone: A Community Building Art Works Anthology
Publisher: Community Building Art Works (November 11, 2021)
“I am from …” (pp. 47-48)
Since 2010, Community Building Art Works has been building community in military hospitals through workshops led by professional artists. In that time, we’ve learned that more voices make for stronger community. The poems included in this anthology are written by members of the collective and members of the community. They are the poems that were essential to our survival, poems that built a growing online family and community of support. The poems contained here reminded us that We Were Not Alone. We hope they remind you, also, that you are not alone.
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Title: On Memories of Food
Publisher: Independently Published (November 10, 2021)
“Hungarian Krumpli Haluska”
Food memories is an International Anthology featuring international authors. It highlights the topic of food and memory attaining great significance to this junction which dynamically relates to our history and stories. Food memories aims to bring prose and poems, which show how diverse and interesting this relation can go. Enjoy it!
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Title: Anthology of Short Stories: Autumn 2021 (Fenechty Publishing Anthology of Short Stories)
Publisher: Fenechty Publishing (October 6, 2021)
“Prisoner of Angels” (pp. 19-31)
There are twenty-three excellent stories in this edition of Fenechty Publishing’s Anthology of Short Stories. “Prisoner of Angels” by Jim Tritten is a rib-tickling COVID story.
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Anthology: Untold Stories
Publisher: Red Engine Press (September 11, 2021)
“A Day in the Life of a New Mexican” (pp. 259-269)
The Military Writers Society of America encourages our veterans and their family members to write. Not only to preserve history one story at a time, but we believe writing can be a form of therapy much needed by several who have returned home. These are some of those stories.
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Anthology: Until Dawn: A Supernatural Anthology (The Red Penguin Collection)
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (September 3, 2021)
“The Mask” (pp. 129-145)
Have you ever wondered what writers think about during the hours between midnight and daybreak? Until Dawn–A Supernatural Anthology holds between its covers a range of stories, each with its own fantastical world to explore through the lens of its unique cast of characters, all centered around the ghastly and beyond explanation. Whether you are in for a good scare, or simply on the prowl for some after dark reading, you will not believe what is coming your way.
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Title: Panama’s Gold: A Tale of Greed
Co-Author: Sandi Hoover
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (August 29, 2021)
Chen Zhou represents his company and a Chinese gang in Panama in 2018. His objective is to secure an economic advantage for his country with raw materials critical in manufacturing smartphones, digital cameras, computer parts, and in the renewable energy technology industry, military equipment industry, glass-making, and metallurgy. Chinese gangs are running investments and infrastructure development in Panama. Lanny Mitchell, a youthfully-retired American environmental lawyer as the antagonist, revisits Panama, to test her idea of becoming a resident ex-pat. She unexpectedly encounters ecological issues and the activities of the gangs. A dormant volcano leaks poisonous gases that kill local fowl and threatens humans. Spanish gold and artifacts are linked to events while the Panama Canal was being excavated with hints at government coverups explaining Yellow Fever caused massive deaths during construction. Chinese attempts to capitalize on the opportunity to corner the world rare-earth market are thwarted by Lanny and local Panamanians. They want Panama to retain its ownership of the valuable rare-earth and Spanish gold. Chen Zhou meets his fate at the hands of the Chinese gangmaster, who does not tolerate failure. Finding the answer to environmental and economic concerns and helping friends drive the action to a surprising finish, with enough clues to hint at a follow-on adventure.
Anthology: between the covers: An Adult Romance Anthology (The Red Penguin Collection)
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (August 15, 2021)
“Enough to Kill,” with Sandi Hoover (pp. 67-76)
“To Begin Again,” with Chris Allen and Maureen Cooke (pp. 105-120)
between the covers – An Adult Romance Anthology is edited by JK Larkin. Are you looking for a collection of provocative, steamy, arousing stories for every reader (eighteen and older!)…. This is not your average romance anthology. And it’s about to get sexy. Are you ready for what’s between these covers? Featuring stories from the following writers: Ash Orlando, Bruce Pratt, Chris Allen, Diane Kane, Jim Tritten, Mahendra Waghela, Martha Patterson, Maureen Cooke, Nichole Blake, O’labumi Browne, Rizwan Asad, Sandi Hoover, Shari Held, and Suzanne Baginskie.
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Anthology: Mirth and Musings
Co-author: Sandi Hoover
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (August 1, 2021)
Mirth and musings in the same book? Join the award-winning writing team of Sandi Hoover and Jim Tritten in their fifth collaboration as they explore what makes us laugh and a few even serious essays on such subjects as running away from home when overwhelmed. You will never again go into a sauna without feeling Jim’s experiences after you read “Saunagus” nor have a stranger as an extended guest after learning Sandi’s lessons in “There’s a Diva in the House.” These ten chapters are sure to entertain you and perhaps challenge your preconceived notion of what makes the perfect woman.
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Title: Anthology of Short Stories: Summer 2021 (Fenechty Publishing Anthology of Short Stories)
Publisher: Fenechty Publishing (July 1, 2021)
“What do I have to do to make Electricity Work?” (pp. 22-28)
There are twenty-nine excellent stories in this Summer 2021 edition of Fenechty Publishing’s Anthology of Short Stories. “What Do I Have to Do to Make Electricity Work?” by Jim Tritten tells us the dangers of not reading the small print.
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Title: Am I Over Thinking This? A Self-Help Essay Collection (The Red Penguin Collection)
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (June 8, 2021)
“Adjusting to New Realities” (pp. 9-13)
“At Last…” (pp. 73-76)
Do you have a tendency to let the stresses of the world weigh you down? Are you constantly finding new and innovative ways to procrastinate your future? Have you ever wondered what life could be like without such a cacophony of voices in your head? If you are someone who frequently asks themselves such questions and many more, Am I Overthinking This? is the book for you! In this anthology of self-help essays, our esteemed writers tackle a wide variety of perspectives on the world that we live in and offer their thoughts on how readers can learn to cope with such great issues as mental illness, personal traumas, and even fear itself.
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Title: Anthology of Short Stories: Spring 2021 (Fenechty Publishing Anthology of Short Stories)
Publisher: Fenechty Publishing (March 21, 2021)
“Saunagus” (pp. 6-16)
There are fourteen excellent stories in this Spring 2021 edition of Fenechty Publishing’s Anthology of Short Stories, and if you have bought the paperback version all profits are being donated to Water Aid. “Saunagus” by Jim Tritten is our Editor’s choice for this edition. It is a reminder to think twice before joining Scandinavians in a sauna.
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Title: Bloom: a literary magazine dedicated to the growth of the emerging author
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (February 11, 2021)
“My Permanent Record” (pp. 25-26)
Bloom is a literary magazine dedicated to the growth of the emerging author. Curated and developed by editor Nika Jordan Rose, Bloom is published by Red Penguin Books, and this issue features: an interview with USA Today Best Selling Author Rachel Rawlings; unique curated writings from our authors; writing tips & prompts to sharpen your skills, and news from Red Penguin Books & our authors.
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Title: Feeding The Flock: Recipes from the Red Penguin Family (The Red Penguin Collection)
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (February 9, 2021)
“Hungarian Krumpli Haluska” [pp. 47-53]
A colony of penguins is known to wait through the winter months for their adult members to return from fishing trips with food for the rest of the group. This action is referred to as “Feeding the Flock.” In this special edition of The Red Penguin Collection, we share the recipes of many of the members of our literary flock as we celebrate meals bringing us back together. Even in the coldest of winters, sharing a meal with the Red Penguin family can be as easy as cracking open a book!
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Title: A Heart Full of Love: A Collection of Romantic Short Stories (The Red Penguin Collection)
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (February 8, 2021)
“The Power of a Smile” [pp. 41-43]
Relationships present themselves to us in many forms. While some are as short-lived as a glance across a crowded bar, others prove to be as epic as the quest for true love’s kiss so often celebrated in the movies. In this Valentine’s Day inspired edition of The Red Penguin Collection, read the stories of a dozen writers who have explored love stories of all kinds — from the gooey and romantic to the most unexpected one can find in the genre. For the reader with “A Heart Full of Love” in their chest and a glass of red in their hand.
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Title: Love and Lies: Call Me Eve
Co-Author: Sandi Hoover
Publisher: RhetAskew Publishing (January 26, 2021)
“She sipped her well-chilled, dry martini, taking extra time before answering. What . . . how much do I tell him? Just want a distraction. Something to fill an evening.”
Eve was sipping a Fiji Moonrise, the house specialty at Fiji’s Natewu Bay Resort’s water’s edge bar, when an unfamiliar baritone asked, “May I buy you a refill? The evening is far too pleasant to spend alone.” Mark Adams proves to be an irresistible diversion during Eve’s trip home from a conference. But when playtime’s up and planes are departing, Eve doesn’t play fair.
Upon her return, Eve receives an unexpected life-changing event and regrets having lied. Mark is faced with a wounded heart and a nearly insurmountable challenge. Join an exciting adventure where true feelings are the catalyst to propel two star-crossed lovers to find each other … again.
Anthology: Stand Out
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (January 12, 2021)
“Touched By Rapture” (From Section VI: The Moments) [pp. 241-250]
Stand Out includes “the best of” The Red Penguin Collection, featuring writers, poets and playwrights from around the globe. Editor JK Larkin curated this collection as well as the six poignant, insightful and inspiring volumes that make up the collection.
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Anthology: The Moments (The Red Penguin Collection)
Publisher: Red Penguin Books (December 4, 2020)
“Touched by Rapture” [pp. 17-25]
The Moments, an anthology of pieces that celebrate the many instances of life most worthy of celebration, answers this very question. For when you are struggling, when the nights seem to last forever, when you lay in bed and cannot find the strength within you to crawl off of the mountain of cushions that have built up over weeks of living in the same spot, this is for you. Through the works of nine amazing and wildly different voices, I hope that such a book offers as much hope to you as working on such projects has given me.
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Anthology: The Abyss Within: 13 Chilling Tales To Keep You Up At Night
Publisher: SmashBear Publishing; 2nd edition (October 27, 2020)
“The Mask”
Do you dare confront The Abyss Within? Featuring 13 chilling tales of survival and madness, this anthology is bound to keep you up at night! Featuring works from: Frederick Pangbourne, Jim Tritten, Jerod S. Smelker, J. T. Lozano, Rebecca Rowland, Tabitha Potts, Jacek Wilkos, Chris Tattersall, Lisa Shea, Kerri Spellar, Jeni Lawes, Cassandra Jones. This is a charity anthology in support of Women’s Aid, all profits will be donated to Women’s Aid.
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Title: Panama’s Gold
Co-Author: Sandi Hoover
Publisher: Sydnie Beaupré; 1st edition (October 13, 2020) [pp. 55-135]
Chen Zhou, the protagonist, represented his company and a Chinese gang in Panama in 2018. His objective is to secure an economic advantage for his country with raw materials critical in manufacturing smartphones, digital cameras, computer parts, and in the renewable energy technology industry, military equipment industry, glass-making, and metallurgy. Chinese gangs are running investments and infrastructure development in Panama. Lanny Mitchell, a youthfully American retired environmental lawyer as the antagonist, revisits Panama, to test her idea of becoming a resident ex-pat. She unexpectedly encounters ecological issues and the activities of the gangs. A dormant volcano leaks poisonous gases that kill local fowl and threatens humans. Spanish gold and artifacts are linked to events while the Panama Canal was being excavated with hints at massive government coverups explaining Yellow Fever caused massive deaths during construction. Chinese attempts to capitalize on the opportunity to corner the world rare-earth market are thwarted by Lanny and local Panamanians. They want Panama to retain its ownership of the valuable rare-earth and Spanish gold. Chen Zhou meets his fate at the hands of the Chinese gangmaster, who does not tolerate failure. Finding the answer to environmental and economic concerns and helping friends drive the action to a surprising finish, with enough clues to hint at a follow-on adventure.
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Anthology: Meltingpot: You are not alone
Publisher: Sydnie Beaupré; 1st Edition (October 13, 2020)
“Adjusting to New Realities” [pp. 51-53]
“At Last…” [pp. 48-50]
Featuring award winning poet Scott Morgan and newcomer Deborah Otter, Meltingpot is an anthology by or about the neurodivergent, some of whom go through struggles daily. Meltingpot hopes to show that these people are worth something in life, and this anthology hopes to inspire other neurodiverse people to know that they are not alone.
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Anthology: Stories Through The Ages Baby Boomers Plus 2020
Publisher: Living Springs Publishers (October 3, 2020)
“The Illustrated Man” [pp. 248-259]
“The Illustrated Man” by Jim Tritten: A situation seen as a dire threat to our very existence turns out to be something entirely different.
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Anthology: Kale is a Four Letter Word
Publisher: Artemesia Publishing, LLC (September 1, 2020)
“The Ultimate Vegetable – Part 1” ♦ with Jasmine Tritten
“The Ultimate Vegetable – Part 2” ♦ with Jasmine Tritten
“The Ultimate Vegetable – Part 3” ♦ with Jasmine Tritten
“Kale des Ordures – a ‘Down the Hatch’ Kale Recipe”
Kale has invaded our culture as the go-to food for healthy living, appearing everywhere on restaurant menus, in grocery stores, and beauty products like soaps and scrubs. It’s in salads and sandwiches, on pizzas, in soups and stews, and even salted as chips. For many, it shouts, “Eat me. I’m good for you.” For others, the vitamin load and beneficial fiber cannot outweigh the bitterness and texture of this member of the cabbage family. For those people, kale has ignited a passionate response, often reflected in internet memes and T-shirt slogans. This collection of short stories shows kale in a new light. Some stories present the perspective of those who introduce kale to their spouses and the reaction of those who are so targeted. A couple of tales are horror stories about kale’s effect on a life; another one describes a speculative history of kale; one is a murder mystery where kale plays an unusual role; and one is a fantasy about kale’s rivalry with another popular, competing vegetable, cauliflower. This book also has delicious recipes that feature kale as the primary ingredient. A word of caution, though. One recipe was written by someone with a novel approach to cooking kale.
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Anthology: Anthology Askew Volume 007: Askew Thrills
Publisher: RhetAskew Publishing (December 1, 2019)
“Again for the First Time” ♦ with Sandi Hoover [pp. 173-193]
For this seventh Anthology Askew volume, we asked our authors to thrill us, and they didn’t disappoint. Thrills can mean different things to different folks, and when you are Askew, you never know what you will discover when you look. In these pages, you will find action, adventure, romance, fear, and a host of writing that spans genres and styles. From hard-hitting fantasy with a half-dragon hero, to diabolical science fiction, where the plot twists will grab you and never let go. The ride includes a little of everything, from the thrills of a rediscovered lost love, to the chills of scientific experiment gone horribly awry. I think it is only fair to let it be known that there ARE some very strong and explicitly narrated stories inside. If you are easily frightened, or squeamish, you may want to find a hand to hold when you read it.
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Anthology: Printed Words
Publisher: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l. (30 November 2019)
“Meetup in the Bermuda Triangle” [pp. 44-46]
A selection of poems and stories, sent in from talented writers, some based in Manchester and others from all around the world. Many of the poems and stories have a winter theme. All of them have something to say.
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Anthology: SouthWest Writers 2019 Winners Anthology: Annual Writing Contest
Publisher: Independently published (September 4, 2019)
“But What If the Buddhists Got it Wrong” [pp. 88-93]
The 2019 SouthWest Writers Annual Writing Contest Winners Anthology. The motto of SouthWest Writers is “Writers Helping Writers.” We do this through classes, conferences, workshops and a membership of more than 370 people―many of whom are published, well-known authors. Twice monthly meetings offer insights and opportunities for networking. The Annual Writing Contest offers an important step in an author’s development. It focuses on short pieces of poetry, non-fiction essays and genre-driven short prose―less than 3,500 words. The contest allows both budding authors and seasoned writers to sharpen their skills. Sixteen categories were offered, and awards were given for First, Second, and Third place in each. Many new authors need a challenge in a supportive environment where they can feel comfortable discussing their work. A true success story begins with being courageous enough to put your skills in front of others. Our words are our children, so we need to understand that constructive criticism does not condemn, it helps us mold and grow out talents. Seasoned published writers can fall into a rut. Contests such as this one divert their minds and talents in different directions, freshening their skills and pushing their boundaries. Here you will enjoy winning entries in each category. At the time of the contest these stories had not been previously published, however, the author had the right to pull their work from this anthology if they chose to retain first publishing rights for use elsewhere. These stories are fun, or sad, or factual, or surprising―many of them are all these things. The genres are randomly mixed through the book. Pay attention to the names of the authors―you will probably see them again!
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Title: Electronic Aggressors
Sub-title: US Navy Electronic Threat Environment Squadrons – Part One 1949-1977
Editor: Angelo Romano
Publisher: Ginter Books (August 27, 2019)
“Get-Home-Itis” [pp. 144-146]
The first book in a two-book series, this volume covers Fleet Electronic Warfare Support Group’s (FEWSG’s) activities, vital to fleet training, but still unknown to many. Angelo Romano has done a superb job of writing the complete history of FEWSG, its units and their histories. In particular, Part One covers the history of VAQ-33 through its previous designations, VC-33, VA(AW)-33 and VAW-33, from 1949 to 1969, when the squadron mission ranged from Day & Night Attack with conventional weapons, Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW), Electronic (or Electro-magnetic) Counter Measures (ECM), Target Towing, All-Weather Fighter and, when assigned to CVBs, Nuclear Weapons Delivery. With the establishment of FEWSG in 1969, VAQ-33 changed its mission to Electronic Warfare (EW) training. Plenty of historical photos illustrate in detail the Squadron activities both at sea and ashore. These two books are dedicated to the women and men of the Electronic Aggressors.
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Title: Soviet Naval Forces and Nuclear Warfare
Sub-title: Weapons, Employment, and Policy
Publisher: Routledge; 1st edition (May 7, 2019)
Genre: Military Nonfiction
Based on formal content analysis of the writings of Admiral Gorshkov and past Soviet ministers of defense and heads of the Politburo, James Tritten interprets what the Soviets say they will do in the event of nuclear war. He then constructs a hardware and exercise analysis of the strategic employment of the Soviet Navy in a nuclear war, offering three possible cases–the “bolt from the blue,” with existing forces on patrol; full mobilization; and a plausible case of partial mobilization. In addition, Dr. Tritten examines, from a Soviet perspective, concepts of deterrence, the strategic goals and missions of the fleet, nuclear targeting policy, the Sea Lines of Communication disruption mission, and the potential for tactical nuclear warfare limited to the sea. The author concludes by assessing the implications of Soviet politico-military planning for Western defense strategy and arms control.
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Anthology: SouthWest Writers Sage Anthology
Publisher: Kindle Direct Publishing (October 24, 2018)
“Taking Off The Uniform” [pp. 65-66]
The “SouthWest Sage” is the award-winning monthly newsletter of the SouthWest Writers Association. Every issue features a host of poetry, articles, stories, essays, and writing advice. This anthology is comprised of the best stories from 2016, 2017, and 2018 including: Writing Challenges, Poetry, Travel Articles, Science Fiction/Fantasy, Memoirs, Romance, Mystery, Desert Stories, Writers Unbound, Sage Advice. SouthWest Writers has over 350 members. Their motto is “Writers Helping Writers.” Many of the members are established award-winning authors who freely give advice and assistance to those who are new to the profession through regular meetings, classes, workshops, and conferences. Take a peek inside the anthology and see why SouthWest Writers boasts many nationally known award-winning authors!
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Anthology: World War I Inspirations: Military Writers Society of America 2018 Anthology
Publisher: Red Engine Press (October 6, 2018)
“The Impact of World War I on the Evolution of the Carrier Striking Group in the Royal Navy” [pp. 149-157]
“Two Old Soldiers” [pp. 159-163]
Anthology created by members of Military Writers Society of America focusing on WWI.
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Title: Kato’s Grand Adventure
♦ Co-author: Jasmine Tritten
Publisher: CreateSpace (2018)
Genre: Children’s
An adventure story written from the perspective of a lost kitten. Kato is the cutest little gray/black striped young male cat with white paws and a rusty colored nose. He sets out to look for his missing sister. In the process he gets lost in the woods by a rushing stream. With the help of a rabbit, then an owl, and finally a coyote he overcomes many obstacles on his journey. Assisted by newfound friends, Kato is reunited with his sister and arrives safely at home. Kato’s Grand Adventure is perfect to read-aloud to children and grandchildren at an early age. It can then be a first chapter book for anyone with a 4th or 5th grade reading level. Original illustrations by Jasmine Tritten.
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Anthology: Write To Meow 2017
Publisher: Grey Wolfe Publishing, LLC (April 2018)
“Kato’s Grand Adventure” ♦ Co-author: Jasmine Tritten
We believe in the power of the pen. We believe that literacy is an important part of a successful life. We are committed to saving cats of every age, size, and habitat from death row, and we need your help.
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Anthology: Anthology Askew Volume 005: Fantastically Askew (February 1, 2018)
“No Longer in Service” ♦ with Sandi Hoover
This is the fifth installment of the Askew Anthology series, and this volume is about the worlds of fantasy. We challenged our writers to explore the realms of fantasy from new perspectives, such as magepunk (a blending of the steampunk genre with the magic elements of a fantasy) to other outside the box takes. We weren’t disappointed in the results. As usual, we found that sometimes, our askew authors and poets color far outside the lines, and that is a wonderful part of being askew as well. In these pages you will experience fantastic worlds where technology and magic coexist in harmony, and others where the two collide head-on, leaving a swath of pain and destruction in their wake. We have hidden worlds, journeys through time, and even a high-tech wizard or two. This volume also marks the appearance of some of our youngest askew talent yet. Short stories, flash stories and poetry by some of the brightest new teen stars on the askew horizon await you in this volume. Let go of your preconceived ideas about what fantasy means, come explore what being Fantastically Askew is all about, in both poetry and prose. We think you will find the journey one that you won’t soon forget.
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Anthology:
Love, Sweet to Spicy: A Corrales Writing Group Anthology
Publisher: CreateSpace (January 2018)
“The Power of a Smile”
“…Enough to Kill” ♦ with Sandi Hoover
“A Week in Fiji” ♦ with Sandi Hoover
“To Begin Again” ♦ with Chris Allen
Love, Sweet to Spicy is a Corrales Writing Group anthology. It includes love tales: some true and some fabricated; romance between two adults; love between parent and child, and deep affection between a pet and owner. This volume offers the reader the opportunity to explore new love, long-standing love, and lost love. Ranging from sweet to slightly spicy, some stories are amusing, others are uplifting, and a few are heart-rending. The words within these pages offer a journey into love that touches both heart and soul. This work also includes several stories that were collaboratively written by at least two writers.
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Anthologies:
• Anthology Askew Volume 004: Askew Communications (September 30, 2017), 73-89
• The Criterion eJournal / Vol. 8, Issue II (April 2017), 1231-1241
• Quail Bell Magazine (June 19, 2017)
“To Begin Again” ♦ with Chris Allen and Maureen Cooke
In this fourth journey into the hearts and minds of askew wordsmiths, we challenged our artists to explore the many facets of communication, in any of its forms. They didn’t let us down. In these pages, you will have a chance to experience some of these forms of communication, from letters and journals, to radio and video transmissions. We will explore both the fulfillment that comes from communicating successfully, and the remorse or despair that can arise when we try to do so and fail. There is perhaps no other group of people for whom the communication of ideas and stories means more, than the authors and poets who are compelled to share their visions and their imaginations with the world. We hope you have fun reading these many different views of what communication means. We have once again brought together some of the best writing talent to be found. Prepare to experience an array of perspectives that is truly like no other, and definitely askew.
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Anthology Askew Volume 004: Amazon
Free PDF Version
The Criterion: “To Begin Again”
Free Online Version
Quail Bell Magazine: “To Begin Again”
Anthologies:
• Anthology Askew Volume 003: Askew Adventures (July 2, 2017), 25-34
• Rizal Journal, Issue 1 (December 28, 2016), 10-21
• The Criterion eJournal, Vol. 7, Issue VI (December 2016), 377-384
“Enough to Kill” ♦ Pen name: Blaire Logan (with Sandi Hoover)
This third volume in the Anthology Askew series is all about adventure. The stories, flashes and poems in this volume cover many genres and types of writing, and they may just make you reevaluate what you consider adventure to be. With Askewian Authors, expect the unexpected.
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Anthology Askew Volume 003: Amazon
Rizal Journal: Amazon
Free PDF Version
The Criterion: “Enough to Kill”
Anthology: Escaping the Vault: Letters of May Anthology
Publisher: Julie Alcin (May 2017)
“Dear Dr. Davis”
Letters of May – Anthology 2017 is the first in the series “Letters of May”. It is an anthology created to raise awareness for mental health issues through the written and visual arts.
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Anthology: Passages: A Corrales Writing Group Anthology
Publisher: CreateSpace (January 2017)
“21st Century Illustrated Man”
“Entr’acte One”
“The Perfect Woman”
“Round Engines”
“Sauna Gus”
Passages is the fourth anthology from the Corrales Writing Group. It contains not only humor, fiction, essay, and memoir but the creative work of nineteen artists from the Corrales area. Passages contains all interior artwork in glorious color.
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Anthology: Rescue Me: Purrfect Companions
Publisher: CreateSpace (December 2016)
“Kato’s Grand Adventure” ♦ Co-author: Jasmine Tritten
Nine lives, four paws and endless furry antics to entertain us. Cats are creatures of habit but what happens when those they love and trust cast them out? They end up in shelters or on the streets all across the world. Their habits become shaken and they must adapt. It is extremely difficult for them to learn to trust again. There are those that are willing to take the time however. Cats are calming, lovable animals that can purr their way into your heart without you even realizing it. If you take the chance to adopt or foster one of these incredible balls of fluff you will find yourself bending over backward just to hear their adorable meow and snuggle with them at night. They are work but they are worth it. It is too bad we don’t have nine lives as well. Perhaps then we would have enough time to repay all of the joy and love they bring into our lives.
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Anthology: From the Frontlines to the Home Front: New Mexicans Reflect on War
Publisher: Museum of the American Military Family (December 2016)
“Two Old Soldiers”
Unlike World War II, when the war effort was shared by all, the role of the entire family in a military deployment has been overlooked. Yet moms and dads serve as well, as do husbands and wives, sons and daughters, brothers and sisters, along with other loved ones. Military service is a family affair as the stories and poems in the volume testify.
Written by New Mexico veterans as well as family members and others with close connections to someone in uniform, each reflection contributes to a rich understanding of what it means to contribute to military life by those out of uniform as well as those who wear one.
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Anthology: Caesura, Issue 3
Publisher: CreateSpace (December 2016)
“21st Century Illustrated Man”
Featuring works by: Michael Verderber, Scott Thomas Outlar, Gabrielle Montesanti, PW Covington, Ellen Peckham, Roberto Carcache Flores, Kushal Poddar, Jessica Evans, Jesi Bender, Debasis Mukhopadhyay, Jim Pearce, Matthew Wilson, Edward Vidaurre, Jim Tritten, David Lohrey, Lynn White.
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Anthology: Currents: Corrales Writing Group 2015
Publisher: CreateSpace (2015)
“Big Noses”
“Gentlemen, Start Your Engines!”
“Just Let Jasmine Do It”
“What do I Have to do to Make Electricity Work?”
Currents is an anthology of work from the Corrales Writing Group for the year 2015. It includes humor, fiction, essays and memoir.
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Anthology:
Hope and Courage: Military Writers Society of America 2015
Publisher: Red Engine Press (September 2015)
“Adjusting to New Realities”
Military Writers Society of America Preserving Military History One Story at a Time Founded by Vietnam veteran and author W. H. (Bill) McDonald, Military Writers Society of America (MWSA) focuses on three main goals: writing for healing, education, and preservation of history. Each year MWSA publishes a collection of works submitted by the membership, including essays, poetry, articles, short fiction, drawings, and photos. This year, the theme is Courage and Hope.
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Anthology: Writers’ Anarchy IV: Horror (Volume 4)
Publisher: CreateSpace (2015)
“The Mask”
Ghosts haunt the corridors, masks possess, and horrifying giants roam the countryside in this collection of insidious, unsettling horror. Challenge your perceptions. Be thrilled by classic and modern takes on one of the oldest genres of fiction in the world. Featuring a wide array of stories from writers all across the globe, Writers’ Anarchy IV is sure to chill with its tales of the monsters in our minds, and the horrors of the soul.
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Anthology: Catching Calliope, Winter 2015 (Number 4)
Publisher: Swimming with Elephants Publications (2015)
“Why Did They Invent Pink Duct Tape?”
The Winter 2015 collection of Creative Writing from the Rio Rancho Creative Writing Community.
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Anthology: More Voices of New Mexico
Publisher: Rio Grande Books (2015)
“Dad, I’m on an All-Plant Diet”
More Voices of New Mexico is the third edition of the Voices award-winning series for the New Mexico Book Co-op. It gives writers a chance to express themselves and get their essays out to the public. There are beginners in the book and established authors. All have a voice waiting to be heard. Some of the essays are funny, some are sad, and some are information to live by. There are poems, art, photos, and many words about New Mexico. This is a little snapshot into the lives of many people and what is important to them. Curl up with a book in front of a fire and READ! New Mexico books are worth the time. You might have forgotten how much fun it can be to read a book!
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Anthology: Corrales Writing Group 2014 Anthology
♦ Editor, Contributor
Publisher: CreateSpace (2014)
Genre: Mixed
“So How Much Did Those Running Shoes Cost?” ♦ Memoir
“Get-Home-Itis” ♦ Memoir
“Kato’s Grand Adventure” ♦ Co-author: Jasmine Tritten ♦ Short Story
This anthology is a compilation of work written by members of the Corrales Writing Group, located in central New Mexico. It includes memoirs, humor, philosophy, fantasy, poignancy, whimsy and fiction that will make the reader laugh, cry, smile, and reminisce. Topics range from romance, to travel, multiple types of aviation, jokes, the meaning of life, sailing, village life, close encounters with wild animals, a burial, an automobile accident, a bedtime and a children’s story.
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Title: A Doctrine Reader
Sub-title: The Navies of the United States, Great Britain, France, Italy, and Spain
Publisher: Department of the Navy (2006)
Genre: Military Nonfiction
In March 1993, the United States Navy and Marine Corps established the Naval Doctrine Command as the primary authority for the development of naval concepts and integrated naval doctrine. Although this was the first time the sea services had established a formal command to prepare and publish multi-service naval doctrine, it was not the first time that either service, or navies in general, had formal written doctrine. In the minds of most serving officers, however, doctrine was something new for the fleet. The major message of A Doctrine Reader is that naval and navy doctrine is not new and there is value today in reviewing the lessons from of past doctrinal development experiences. Newport Paper #9 contains the results of research conducted on 5 navies. Each has a unique story to tell, and each story has value for us today. This paper concludes with an interpretive essay on the relationship of doctrine to technology and makes a strong case for the uniqueness of naval warfare.
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Title: Reconstituting America’s Defense
Sub-title: The New U.S. National Security Strategy
Publisher: Praeger (1992)
Genre: Military Nonfiction
This book analyzes President Bush’s new Regional Defense Strategy–the master plan that will guide the transformation of U.S. defense policy for the post-Cold War era. Most recent books on defense prescribe how U.S. policy ought to change or critique past policies without taking Bush’s new strategy into account. This book takes a different approach, providing the first comprehensive assessment of the new Regional Defense Strategy, analyzing the consequences for U.S. forces and alliance relations, and examining the political difficulties of transforming President Bush’s vision into reality. It explains major changes in U.S. defense doctrine and strategy, force and command structure, future programming requirements, and the major question of how such a significant change was managed in the United States.
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Title: Soviet Naval Forces and Nuclear Warfare
Sub-title: Weapons, Employment, and Policy
Publisher: Westview (1986)
Genre: Military Nonfiction
Based on formal content analysis of the writings of Admiral Gorshkov and past Soviet ministers of defense and heads of the Politburo, James Tritten interprets what the Soviets say they will do in the event of nuclear war. He then constructs a hardware and exercise analysis of the strategic employment of the Soviet Navy in a nuclear war, offering three possible cases–the “bolt from the blue,” with existing forces on patrol; full mobilization; and a plausible case of partial mobilization. In addition, Dr. Tritten examines, from a Soviet perspective, concepts of deterrence, the strategic goals and missions of the fleet, nuclear targeting policy, the Sea Lines of Communication disruption mission, and the potential for tactical nuclear warfare limited to the sea. The author concludes by assessing the implications of Soviet politico-military planning for Western defense strategy and arms control.
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Articles/Essays/Short Stories
“Holes in Our Hearts” ◆ Hírevél Newsletter, Fall/Winter 2023, p. 3
“Nationwide Programs Supporting Creative Writing and the Military” ◆ Dispatches, Fall 2023, pp. 16-17, 41
“Holes in Our Hearts Goes Statewide” ◆ The Broadsheet, Vol 46, No. 4
“You Going Out in That Shirt?” ◆ Unwashed: A Bay View Art & Lit. Mag, 2023, pp. 30-31
“Planting Seeds” ◆ Dispatches, Summer 2023, pp. 48-49
“The Mask” ♦ The Chamber Magazine, April 7, 2023
“At Last…” ♦ The Handy, Uncapped Pen, September 9, 2022
“Meetup in the Bermuda Triangle” ♦ Good Company Lit: Adventure Issue #2 June 2022
“A Halloween Prisoner” ♦ Spillwords Press, October 28, 2021.
“Thank You For Your Service” ♦ Corrales Arts Center Challenge #15 (Give), November 13, 2020
“Service Reflections of a Navy Veteran Aug 2020” ♦ Together We Served (Navy), August 2020
“Saunagus” ♦ Corrales Arts Center Challenge #12 (Water), July 24, 2020
“Meetup in the Bermuda Triangle” ♦ SouthWest Sage, 36, 6 (June 2020), pp. 5-6
“I love swigging insect repellent more than I love eating kale” ♦ Corrales Arts Center Challenge #9 (Artist’s Choice), June 12, 2020
“Meetup in the Bermuda Triangle” ♦ Corrales Arts Center Challenge #4 (Wings), May 3, 2020
“I Love Swigging Insect Repellent More Than I Love Eating Kale” ♦ Corrales Comment, Vol. 39, No. 5 (April 25, 2020), p. 21
“The Power of a Smile” ♦ Corrales Comment [online] (13 December 2019)
“Just Let Jasmine Do It” ♦ Corrales Neighbors, December 2019, p. 11
“Thank You For Your Service” ♦ Corrales Comment, Vol. 38, no. 17 (November 23, 2019), p. 31
“Thank You For Your Service” ♦ Dispatches, Fall 2019, pp. 10-11
“You Think Writing Might Help?” ♦ The Roundup: Inside our NMVHCS, Vol. 1, no. 8, August 2019, p. 21
“My Permanent Record” ♦ Corrales Comment, July 26, 2019, p. 19
“Taking Off The Uniform” ♦ The Story Pub, July 22, 2019
“Thank you for your service” ♦ Legiontown, July 9, 2019
“Thank You For Your Service” ♦ SouthWest Sage, July 2019, pp. 8-9
“Illustrated Man” ♦ Corrales Comment [online], 13 June 2019
“Kale des ordures – A ‘Down the Hatch’ Kale Recipe” ♦ The Roundup: Inside our NMVHCS, Vol. 1, no. 4, April 2019, p. 8
“How Long Have You Lived in New Mexico” ♦ Hírevél Newsletter, Spring 2019, p. 3
“Thank you for your service” ♦ The Roundup: Inside our NMVAHCS, Vol. I, Issue 1, January 2019, p. 23
“From hit by eggs to ‘Thank you for your service’” ♦ Albuquerque Journal / November 11, 2018
“Gentlemen, Start Your Engines” ♦ Corrales in FOCUS / Summer 2018
“Pay Dirt” ♦ Corrales in FOCUS / Spring 2018
“Illustrated Man” ♦ As You Were: The Military Review / May 29, 2017 and an abbreviated version in the Corrales Comment [online] 13 June 2019
“The Perfect Woman” ♦ Tickled Inc. / March 31, 2017
“Taking Off the Uniform” ♦ As You Were: The Military Review / November 11, 2016
“Dad I’m on an All-Plant Diet” ♦ The Basil O’ Flaherty / November 11, 2016
“Saunagus” ♦ Lost River: A Literary Magazine / Issue 1, Fall 2016, pp. 31-37
“The Perfect Woman” ♦ The Basil O’ Flaherty / July 10, 2016
“Only in New Mexico: Bona Fides” ♦ New Mexico Magazine / December 2015
“New Realities” ♦ Blue Nostalgia: A Journal of Post-Traumatic Growth, Summer 2015
“The Story of a U.S. Navy S-2 Tracker that lost one engine, at night, in bad weather, off Norway” ♦ The Aviationist / January 23, 2015
“The Jim Effect” ♦ National Alliance on Mental Illness / November 12, 2014
“Forgotten soldiers of a forgotten war” ♦ Albuquerque Journal / November 10, 2014
“Round Engines” ♦ The Wings of Gold / Winter 2013
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