Posts Tagged ‘aviation’
THE MAPMAKER, coming in July
Happy New Year! Here’s a preview of my new World War II novel THE MAPMAKER, coming your way this summer: Resistance operative Charlotte Denneau has critical targeting information for the Allies, and the Gestapo knows it. On the run across occupied France, she must prioritize her mission over the lives of the agents and civilians…
Read MoreFolding Fact Into Fiction
My thanks to David Stewart, Eric Dezenhall and Roger Williams for a fine evening of literary discussion on the latest edition of History Author Talks. In case you missed the live show, click here to watch. Our topic: Folding Fact Into Fiction.
Read MoreSilver Wings, Iron Cross
Dear friends and readers, Near the end of World War II, a downed American pilot and a deserting German officer try to survive as the Third Reich collapses around them. That’s the heart of the action in my upcoming novel, Silver Wings, Iron Cross. I grew up hearing my grandfather’s stories of his service with…
Read MoreResearching WWII Novels
While researching my World War II novels, I’ve found some great old training films online. Here’s a good example. In this one, Hollywood actor Arthur Kennedy plans a C-47 instructor pilot. I’m sure these films were great training aids, and now they’re a treasure trove for aviation buffs and history lovers.
Read MoreWhat Scares Thriller Writers?
Reader’s Entertainment and News asked thriller writers, “What scares you the most?” As a military flier, my worst fear is screwing up at the wrong time! Click here to read my guest blog for Reader’s Entertainment.
Read MoreAir Mobility Command Museum
If you’re interested in the kind of aircraft that most often appear in my novels, do yourself a favor and visit the Air Mobility Command Museum. You’ll find it at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. You won’t need a military ID to see it, because it’s located outside the operational area of the base. (It’s free,…
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