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Published September 18, 2021
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Jerry Zak
26 books31 followersMy career has focused on the fine art community as a watercolorist, and the marketing world as a creative designer. Yet, one of my special interests has always been to write fiction novels. Perhaps the best description of my writing would be "grab your buns" adventures. I write for enjoyment and to put the challenges of a full day behind me during those moments. My hope is that my writing accomplishes some “charged” moments for readers as well.
I’d like to thank those that have taken an interest and leave a thought or comment about each story along the way. Input, either positive or negative, is important for creative growth. Yes, there are times when I have to say “ouch” after reading an opinion, but hey, you cared to respond, and I can guaranty it effects a writer’s writing process.
My thoughts on the stories I have on Amazon in order:
“Obsidian Obsession” was the first story to launch a serious attempt to share my work. Two books followed. “Fragile Witness” became a continuation of characters from 'Obsidian' wrapped in a completely new adventure. My third book, “Ghost of a Chance” brought these characters to a finale that even surprised me.
Looking to shake things up a bit, in my fourth book titled “Death Cycle” I left the frantic aspects of dysfunctional governments and settled into the solitude of one man's trip through the Midwest. Surely the title suggests this is no ordinary trip.
As with my first three books Death Cycle spawned an idea for book 5, “Lazarus Protocol,” a blend of crime, morality, personable characters, and of course, dysfunctional government once again. This story is one of my favorites. Just sayin’.
Book 6, “They That Fall,” in short, demonstrates the dilemma and worldly havoc an innocent comment by a weatherman, of all people, can cause when it accidentally goes viral across the Internet. It's an action/adventure ride that threatens world order, while taking you places you’d never expect to go.
Book 7, “The Tailored,” veers from everything I've written to date and thrusts us out to the year 2165. What are some of the possibilities to be faced in 2165? I think some of those "tea leaves" are already evident and predictable if we allow them to happen without a fight. I've attached a two-minute video of "The Tailored" to this biography. It may be a taste of what's ahead. Enjoy!
Book 8, “Derecho Roars.” Have you every noticed how many problems we face are self-inflicted? Perhaps it’s ‘free will,’ inherent in each and every one of us, that may be the culprit. Sprinkle free will with that ‘inquisitiveness gene’ and mankind has an explosive situation on its hands. Somehow we seem to be missing a ‘think before you act’ gene.
“Derecho Roars” walks us into one of those ‘self inflicted’ dilemmas that may not be so far into our future. We’ve sent out the invitations into space without ever knowing who might come to the party. At first we bestow accolades on Shep Ferguson, a young dedicated NASA scientist. Then, in short order, he is singled out to take responsibility, then blame, and ultimately a frantic order to “Do something!” Shep is a good guy caught up in an out of control mindbender that could lead to … you can say it, … extinction.
I’ve attached a 2.5-minute video to my author page that may demonstrate the roller coaster ride you’ll be in for when you enter this Quagmire. Enjoy!
Book 9, “The Shadow Walkers” draws Dr. Brad Reagan into a world that can only be defined as the supernatural. I’ve come to think that around us at every turn we all sense something beyond ourselves; a greater power that perhaps steers our emotions, morality, and daily decisions. Does such a power walk the earth? If so does its reach envelop the universe? We first meet Dr. Reagan at his most vulnerable point as he struggles to save a life that had been rushed into the ER. And that’s the easy part.
I’ve attached a short “Shadow Walker” video to my biography.
I’d like to thank those that have taken an interest and leave a thought or comment about each story along the way. Input, either positive or negative, is important for creative growth. Yes, there are times when I have to say “ouch” after reading an opinion, but hey, you cared to respond, and I can guaranty it effects a writer’s writing process.
My thoughts on the stories I have on Amazon in order:
“Obsidian Obsession” was the first story to launch a serious attempt to share my work. Two books followed. “Fragile Witness” became a continuation of characters from 'Obsidian' wrapped in a completely new adventure. My third book, “Ghost of a Chance” brought these characters to a finale that even surprised me.
Looking to shake things up a bit, in my fourth book titled “Death Cycle” I left the frantic aspects of dysfunctional governments and settled into the solitude of one man's trip through the Midwest. Surely the title suggests this is no ordinary trip.
As with my first three books Death Cycle spawned an idea for book 5, “Lazarus Protocol,” a blend of crime, morality, personable characters, and of course, dysfunctional government once again. This story is one of my favorites. Just sayin’.
Book 6, “They That Fall,” in short, demonstrates the dilemma and worldly havoc an innocent comment by a weatherman, of all people, can cause when it accidentally goes viral across the Internet. It's an action/adventure ride that threatens world order, while taking you places you’d never expect to go.
Book 7, “The Tailored,” veers from everything I've written to date and thrusts us out to the year 2165. What are some of the possibilities to be faced in 2165? I think some of those "tea leaves" are already evident and predictable if we allow them to happen without a fight. I've attached a two-minute video of "The Tailored" to this biography. It may be a taste of what's ahead. Enjoy!
Book 8, “Derecho Roars.” Have you every noticed how many problems we face are self-inflicted? Perhaps it’s ‘free will,’ inherent in each and every one of us, that may be the culprit. Sprinkle free will with that ‘inquisitiveness gene’ and mankind has an explosive situation on its hands. Somehow we seem to be missing a ‘think before you act’ gene.
“Derecho Roars” walks us into one of those ‘self inflicted’ dilemmas that may not be so far into our future. We’ve sent out the invitations into space without ever knowing who might come to the party. At first we bestow accolades on Shep Ferguson, a young dedicated NASA scientist. Then, in short order, he is singled out to take responsibility, then blame, and ultimately a frantic order to “Do something!” Shep is a good guy caught up in an out of control mindbender that could lead to … you can say it, … extinction.
I’ve attached a 2.5-minute video to my author page that may demonstrate the roller coaster ride you’ll be in for when you enter this Quagmire. Enjoy!
Book 9, “The Shadow Walkers” draws Dr. Brad Reagan into a world that can only be defined as the supernatural. I’ve come to think that around us at every turn we all sense something beyond ourselves; a greater power that perhaps steers our emotions, morality, and daily decisions. Does such a power walk the earth? If so does its reach envelop the universe? We first meet Dr. Reagan at his most vulnerable point as he struggles to save a life that had been rushed into the ER. And that’s the easy part.
I’ve attached a short “Shadow Walker” video to my biography.
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April 15, 2024
An Excellent Book - Won through Goodreads Giveaways
Sam, a man with multiple personalities meets Darcy in a Mom and Pop restaurant. Both are tired of their jobs. When Darcy receives a cryped e-mail from her uncle Asher, she thinks she has an opening to fulfill her future job dreams. She invites Sam to come with her to meet her uncle. However, when they get to Uncle Asher's place, they find him missing and his home out of sorts. They find out from her uncle that a Hippie has seen "eggs" being dropped off at Mt. Saint Helens. This is reported to the CIA and it is later found that a Lord Aristotle is behind a plan to create a New World Order, with the "eggs" being Russian nuclear warheads. Sam, Darcy, Uncle Asher and CIA agents work together to foil the plan.
Sam, a man with multiple personalities meets Darcy in a Mom and Pop restaurant. Both are tired of their jobs. When Darcy receives a cryped e-mail from her uncle Asher, she thinks she has an opening to fulfill her future job dreams. She invites Sam to come with her to meet her uncle. However, when they get to Uncle Asher's place, they find him missing and his home out of sorts. They find out from her uncle that a Hippie has seen "eggs" being dropped off at Mt. Saint Helens. This is reported to the CIA and it is later found that a Lord Aristotle is behind a plan to create a New World Order, with the "eggs" being Russian nuclear warheads. Sam, Darcy, Uncle Asher and CIA agents work together to foil the plan.
June 16, 2022
The writing style is not my fave. But it’s a short book with a good story line.
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