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Red, White, and the Blues: A Long and Hard Ride over Treacherous Terrain by John R. Hall takes its reader on a compelling nonlinear journey. Its narrative centers on an unforgettable true story of a man coming to terms with his own demons the only way he knows how: by losing himself on the open road. This is the story of a man, of a country, of debilitating lows, and, ultimately, of redemption. Download Reviews and Synopses Background: Standin’ on the Corner Park, Aug. 2011 |
John R. Hall
When asked about the pitfalls of publishing his first book, John said "The problem with writing a book in this day and age and trying to get it noticed is that America is a soundbite society with an attention span which is measured in nanoseconds. Covid-19's arrival on the scene, and the neo-Right's ensuing cantankerous anecdotal debate in the face of scientific evidence, derailed promoting my first book."
Hall is the author of 2020's Red, White, and the Blues: A Long and Hard Ride over Treacherous Terrain. In response to the United States' 2016 presidential election, John founded Hunting For Thompson.com (now offline).
John studied journalism, communications, psychology, and the dramatic arts while attending City College in San Diego, California. A lifelong motorcycle enthusiast, and an engaged observer of life, John has been a street performer, cab driver, magician, IT/IS specialist, long-haul trucker, soldier, and oil field worker—all while struggling with PTSD, childhood abuse, parental abandonment, and dyslexia. When he published Red, White, and the Blues, John fulfilled his life-long desire of becoming an author.
Background: Big Sur, CA, Aug. 2009
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“So we shall let the reader answer this question for himself: who is the happier man, he who has braved the storm of life and lived or he who has stayed securely on shore and merely existed?” ― Hunter S. Thompson Background: Colorado River, Nelson, NV, Oct. 2009 |
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Gordon A. Friday
Patron (Friend Extraordinary)
Gordon was an avid traveler of both space and time. John met Gordon in North Dakota and said, "I can only quote Montaigne to explain my friendship with Mr. Friday: 'If a man should importune me to give a reason why I loved him, I find it could no otherwise be expressed than by making answer: because it was he, because it was I.'" Gordon passed on June 22, 2022.
James Gallagher
Editor (Confidant)
James Gallagher is a copy editor with more than twenty-five years of experience. A member of ACES: The Society for Editing and the Editorial Freelancers Association, James serves clients through his company, Castle Walls Editing. James is happiest when working on a manuscript and edits books across all genres, including nonfiction, memoir, horror, suspense, and romance.
Steven J. Catizone
Graphic Designs (Visionary)
Steven is an internationally-recognized cover artist specializing in artwork and illustrations across all book genres, including nonfiction, memoir, horror, suspense, and romance; in addition, he creates album covers (full CD packaging/vinyl/iTunes), card sets and more. Steven is always thinking and envisioning outside of (and way beyond) the circle. He continuously raises the bar for graphic designers. His book covers and artworks have sky-rocked numerous books into Kindle's bestseller's list. Steven is the quintessential and consummate artist.
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