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I grew up in Arizona, then the Alaskan wilderness north of Juneau (where, I am fond of saying, we lived with whales in the front yard and bears in the back yard). Now I live beside a creek outside Durham, North Carolina, with my wife, Cynthia, and dog, Blue, both excellent companions. I built a cabin beside the creek, and in the mornings I go down there to write. In the afternoons, I throw pots, garden, read, discuss life (and plot, character, and pace) with Cynthia, and sometimes lure her and Blue to the coast to float around the Outer Banks in a little sailboat. 

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Everything Makes Sense

This book explores existence through meaning and desire, proposing that a universal intelligence is continuously creating the cosmos. The book bridges the gap between science and religion, highlighting their shared focus and exposing the absurdity of their opposition.

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A Dredging in Swann

A Dredging in Swann is a gripping thriller set in Swann County, North Carolina, where twenty-two people die on the same day. Detective Seb Creek, a former Marine with PTSD, investigates the mysterious death of Leo Sackler, an ex-convict who inherited millions. Concurrently, Cody Cooper, a PTSD-stricken ex-soldier, stumbles upon stinger missiles in the swamp. As Seb's investigation intersects with a frantic federal probe, secrets unravel involving a 40-year-old murder, drone surveillance, a hog farm, a gas chamber, and more. The novel explores themes of war, love, justice, and healing.

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Bhajan

When Bluey Macintosh adds Bhajan, a Bengal tiger, to his mobile zoo, he's hoping to change a few minds. But Bhajan, raised by an Indian mast, has bigger plans. Bhajan's nightly purr mesmerizes everyone, leading Bluey and his crew on a journey of deepening consciousness, courage, and love. Their newfound strength is tested when JJ, a troubled Iraq war vet, arrives and changes everything.

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Killer Whale Rock

When twelve year old Sam Jefferson moves from Arizona to Alaska, he finds himself on the ocean coast with whales in the front yard and bears in the back. He and his brother Roy begin to explore a wilderness of breathtaking beauty and sudden danger. With a cast of eccentric Alaskans, Sam fights off a brown bear, is nearly towed out to sea by a giant halibut, participates in a hilarious woodshed play, and finally, as he and his brother confront the unscalable Killer Whale Rock, learns that courage is not merely physical. Killer Whale Rock is a tale of high adventure—and growing character.

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Caravan (the card game)

The Caravan card game is a delightful way to experience the world of "The Rose Caravan" by Tim Garvin. With beautifully illustrated cards and engaging gameplay, players can immerse themselves in the story and characters of the book. Whether you're a fan of the novel or just looking for a fun new game to play, Caravan is sure to delight.

I’ve never read half a book in one sitting, but this time I did. Early on, the twists of A Dredging in Swann gripped tight and kept me shackled to the page. The book is full of rich deep characters and an amazingly complicated weave of plot. It’s written in strong, colorful prose and with a pace that sucks you in and holds you. I couldn’t leave until Detective Seb Creek had aired all secrets, old and new. Highly recommended—but word of warning … hold on to something while you’re reading.”

C. HOPE CLARK, author of the Edisto Island Mysteries

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