There’s been a bid singing outside my window for nearly two months. It’s not the catbird who used to stop by and check out his own reflection in the Air Conditioner’s side wall.

There are now 3 Junior Rangers Investigative Club Novels out in the world now! Which is crazy, and awesome, and the product of a lot of work. This is, a blog post about some of that. Check it out to see an old concept of the Treasure off the Coast cover!

I started the Junior Rangers Investigative Club Novels both because I love to write and because I want to share some of the coolest places on earth with as many people as possible!

Book Number 3 in the series is out today! Treasure of Biscayne Bay.

But Spoiler. Biscayne National Park itself is the treasure. And it truly is one worth fighting for. (Also there might be real treasure in the book, who knows, read it to find out.)

Next week, a new chapter in the story of the Junior Rangers Investigative Club releases! I get to share another park, full of awesome history and nature with you! And there are more to come! I’m doing that research now!

So, Stay tuned, I’ll have all the links available to get Treasure of Biscayne Bay, available here next week. (and on the home page, and all of my social media, and probably in places I haven’t even planned yet.) But stay tuned beyond that, because I am not done yet! The adventures of the Junior Rangers Investigative Club is only just beginning!

The Release of Treasure of Biscayne Bay is 17 days away!

“Rudy Scheer stood on the edge of the Florida Coast, looking east towards open seas and the northernmost island of the Florida Keys, declaring:

“WE’RE GOING ON A PIRATE HUNT!”

What is a pirate hunt? Justin Case is not certain. However, he and Rudy have heard rumors of a remarkable clue hiding in Biscayne Bay. Join them in a search for one of Florida’s most notorious pirates on May 17th, 2025!

Treasure of Biscayne Bay, Book #3 in the Junior Rangers Investigative Club Novels, is set to Release May 17th of 2025!

“We’re going on a Pirate Hunt!” Rudy declared, hefting his replica pirate sword.

What is a pirate hunt?

Get ready, stay tuned, and find out by joining the Junior Rangers Investigative Club on their search for the real Treasure of Biscayne Bay. Less than a month away!

After a bit of Analysis, the crack investigators of The Junior Rangers Investigative Club have learned what this strange symbol may be.

Check out the blog to learn more about it,

Or look forward to the full mystery in Mid-May with the release of the Treasure of Biscayne Bay.

What is this symbol?

And Why has it taken over the Alienjest Press website? Where is the Alien Jester?

Investigation ongoing.

Stay Tuned!

It is, perhaps the most important day of the year for this blog.

Time for me to announce 4 of my Top Favorite National Parks. Insiders information, and a brief History for each of these National Treasures.

I went a little deep into the lore, feel free to stop by just to check out the postcards.

What does a 3,000 mile bike ride, a trip to Lesotho, and a bunch of books have to do with my choice of an Alien Jester for my logo, and Alienjest Press for my imprint?

Well, here, I explain.

(Spoiler, not directly in the article,) The colors are a reference to Terry Pratchett’s book Color of Magic. Magic is described as Greenish Purple, and I thought: I can work with that.

Our parks are #worthfightingfor. Here are 10 interesting factoids which help explain why.

Did you know that the first National Park was Yellowstone, and it was established in 1872? Even though the National Park Service wasn’t established until 1920? How does that work? How many national parks are there? How many have dinosaurs- (fossils)?

Let’s find out.

In the 1960’s Postcards helped to save a National Park. It’s an encouraging tale of how small actions can have big effects, especially with growing communities.

Our National Parks, national treasures, are worth fighting for. Here’s the story how one woman, and the community around her, chose to fight.

Our National Parks are popular, but I want them to be even more popular! Our National Parks are worth fighting for.

And behind every single National Park. (All 433 of them) There are fascinating stories about the people who fought for them, why they still need our support, and how you can help.

This blog isn’t about that. It’s about a recent visit to Biscayne National Park. But the next blog will be. Stay Tuned!

14 Years ago, (a few months from now anyway,) People from 2 countries came together to celebrate not just the 4rth of July, but also 50 Years of Peace Corps Service in Lesotho.

64 years ago, today, the Peace Corps was established. It’s mission is ongoing, and I played a brief small part in it. As 1 of many volunteers, my service as a Science Teacher in Ha Sefako left an impact on me. From my fellow teachers and school staff, to the students, to the rest of the people in Ha Sefako, to the other volunteers, and the other Basotho of Lesotho, there are many interesting, and inspiring stories.

I’ve told some before, but let’s try again, with slightly better internet, and 14 more years of writing, if not 14 more years of skill. And let’s start simply: Happy Peace Corps day! Stay tuned.

Which National Park Do you want to be your Valentines?

As the date rolled closer, I couldn’t decide. So I started to make a list of the 9 parks I’d want to be my valentines. But then, the article took a turn. (and that turn took longer than expected.)

So a day late, and 5 park short, I wrote something else entirely. Please check this one out, and stick around to the end. I think I have a theme for the year now.

We’re just getting started.

Today, I would like to answer one of the most important questions in the Self-Publishing world:

Where do I publish my book?

Let’s explore the options for getting a Physical Copy of your book in yours (and your readers’) hands.

Including one of the Best Innovations in Self-Publishing last year! (if you live in the U.S.) I break down 3.5 of the best options for self-publishing print books.

So, you want to publish your book in 2025? I’m here to help. Or, at least offer introductory-level advice to get you started on your journey to publication.

This week, I hope to highlight the 10 main steps which will help you get your novel self-published.

Why? I’d like to see more authors out there. I don’t like to see authors fall into some of the biggest traps online, and it’s fun. This article is a highlight of the main points. If you want a more in-depth look at the 10 steps, check previous blogs.

Manuscript on hand? Idea you’re ready to put to page? Do you want to become a self-published author? There’s never been a better time! But only if you know what to do, (and what to look out for)

So let’s continue my guide.

This week we get a little more technical, so feel free to follow Step #7, and find other places to look for help. Also, look forward to a few more articles in the future hoping to expand upon, and simplify some of the ideas. But for now, let’s get you ready to publish.

It’s 2025, and perhaps you’ve decided it’s finally time to write that novel you’ve had on your mind for years! Or perhaps you’ve been sitting on a manuscript for a while and don’t know what to do next. Well, I’m happy to tell you that there is a light at the end of the writing tunnel. That light is Publication. And while traditional publication is challenging, self-publication has never been easier.

However, it’s also never been more daunting. With Generative AI, a plethora of technical choices, and people looking to scam you every step along the way, Publishing a book on your own may seem like a far-fetched task, but I’m here to tell you it’s not, and while this more general guide may only be enough to get your thoughts going, at least you’ll have an idea of some of the steps you could take to make self-publish your book today.

It’s time to start a whole new year! Lay out plans, structure new goals, and (most importantly for me on several fronts) WRITE.

A lot of that is incoming.

Come for the cute holiday gif. Stay to learn about what I will be up to in the coming year.

I hope and wish all of you a better 2025 than your 2024.

Aliens are real!

You’ve seen them!

Now, What are you supposed to do?

Fortunately, I have the guide for you!

This week I’ll teach you an important mnemonic for surviving a first alien encounter.