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If you’re looking forward to the release of my second novel—Prometheus Revealed, due out in May—I have a little something to tide you over: Prometheus Rising!

Since the advent of ebooks and ebook readers, it has become increasingly common for authors to publish a short story for that medium in the month leading up to a big novel release. I decided to do the same, but there were too many untold stories I wanted to share… so I ended up with a collection of my five favorites, and I made it available not only for Kindle but in print as well.

These stories are of varying length, and they serve collectively as a prequel to the two novels of the Gryphens Duology; they can be enjoyed independently, either as a first introduction to the Gryphens saga, or as a fun diversion somewhere along the way. If this is your first introduction to the Gryphens, I’ve also included a lengthy preview of the duology: the first five chapters of Rebound (book 1) and three chapters from Revealed (book 2).  Priced at under a dollar on Kindle, this is a great opportunity to give this story a test drive!

It is my privilege today to interview a man who has been a huge assistance to me as I wrote some of the technical aspects of Prometheus Rebound. Matt Rothgeb has been an engineer with NASA for more than ten years, but beyond that, he describes himself as a lifetime space enthusiast. Matt, thank you for making yourself available!

MR: It is my pleasure! Thank you for allowing me to participate in this experience. I am a space enthusiast / space advocate. It was a childhood dream to get a job working for NASA, and after 12+ years, the dream is still alive!

RLA: To start, could you please tell us a little more about your work for NASA, either currently or in the past? I understand if there are things you cannot share.

MR: I work for a group within NASA that looks at a variety of issues that affect the Agency. I should say a few things first. NASA is not “closed for business” as many think since the Shuttle Program ended. Read the rest of this entry »

I’m pleased to announce that my first published novel, Prometheus Rebound, went on sale November 8, 2013.  The book is available from Amazon in both print and Kindle configurations; you can also purchase the print version from other online retailers or special order from most bricks-and-mortar booksellers.

My book release party took place the next day at our local Chick-fil-A, and it was a great deal of fun.  Many thanks to all who attended and showed their support!



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I’m pleased to announce the launch of OrbitalDefense.com, the official website of the Orbital Defense Corps. It is your #1 source of news about the ODC and its fight against the menace that threatens our world… plus it’s got some neat desktop backgrounds. All of it pure fiction and pure fun.

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I’m pleased to announce that GRYPHENS.com, the all-new official website of the Gryphens Duology, has now launched! This site will serve as the primary source of information, news, and media pertaining to Prometheus Rebound and its sequel. Take a look, sign up for email updates, and make sure to find your way back on September 25th for the start of the first decryption contest!

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