THE TYPHOON SANCTION, the espionage novel I wrote as a tribute to Robert Ludlum in appreciation for him hosting my first book signing, was just chosen as one of five finalists in the Thriller Category for the GLOBAL EBOOK AWARDS to be presented to the best new books submitted by publishers in 16 countries. Results are to be announced August 18th, 2012. THE TYPHOON SANCTION is available for all e-readers, and is available in print in the United States, and in several European countries through Amazon Europe.