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Hank's wife dies in a tragic car accident and he's left to raise his handicapped son alone. His in-laws invite him to move from San Francisco back to Cleveland, Ohio, where an abandoned observatory pulses with a mysterious energy that can bring the dead back to life. When Hank discovers the ancient secret of resurrection, he faces the most critical decision of his life - one with consequences for all of humanity.

In the heart of a Chicago summer, a baffling disappearance shakes the city. Cody Clark, a seasoned private investigator, is thrust into his most personal case yet—his own brother has vanished without a trace. Tyler Clark’s boat is found abandoned on the shores of Lake Michigan. The scene is eerily calm—no blood, no struggle, just the vast, quiet lake. Tyler’s wife, Ashley, frantic and bewildered, turns to the one person she trusts to unravel the mystery: Cody, Tyler’s brother and a relentless detective. As Cody delves into the case, he uncovers a tangled web of secrets and lies. ...

When a tidal wave strikes the coast of New Zealand, Ben Henare and Lucy Campion are separated in the chaotic aftermath. As earthquakes shake the land and volcanoes erupt on the Pacific Rim of Fire, Ben wrestles with his Maori heritage as he faces the supernatural powers that threaten the land of Aotearoa. He must fight his way north on a quest through ice caves and oceans, battling the manifestations of the evil god Whiro and the creatures of the sky.

On the run and desperately trying to save his loved ones, Dax confronts the epic, evil forces now pillaging the post-apocalyptic landscape. Powerful allies and new friends come to his side as the battle of the Final Awakening begins. Dax must risk everything to save himself - and humanity.

A new and unexpected environmental threat has emerged, unleashing hordes of the primitive tunnel dwellers known as the Valk. Jonah must find a way to keep the Elk safe from new enemies while trying to outrun the Cygoa in a land of dwindling resources and constant death. From best-selling authors J. Thorn and Glynn James comes Dustfall, a new post-apocalyptic series chronicling one man’s challenge and his epic quest to save what remains of humanity.

In the heart of a decaying city, where the air is thick with the scent of rot and despair, Samuel and Lindsay find themselves trapped in the newest iteration of the reversion. Beyond the veil of reality, they stand on the precipice of an apocalyptic world overrun by an undead army, led by the formidable and malevolent Kole—Samuel’s own brother. Their harrowing odyssey takes them through a labyrinth of crumbling streets, where the line between life and death blurs. The decaying urban expanse becomes a treacherous battleground, a place where the dead walk and shadows speak. As they ...

In an era where transformation is the only constant, Generation X stands at the forefront of a unique midlife transition. Born into a world on the cusp of technological revolutions, we've navigated the shift from rotary phones to smartphones, from libraries to the limitless expanse of the internet. But “Generation X: The Art of Midlife Mastery with Machiavelli’s The Prince” is not just another tome in the self-help genre. It’s a deep dive into the essence of navigating midlife with a guide who has transcended centuries—Niccolò Machiavelli. This book speaks to the Gen Xer who ...

The haunting journey continues in the second installment of the Haunted Nightmare Trilogy, where the line between reality and terror is blurred even further. Ravna, once a victim of a chilling spectral encounter, believed his nightmares were left behind. However, a simple road trip transforms into a spine-chilling odyssey as the malevolent spirit, Preta, re-emerges, threatening to shatter the fragile peace Ravna has found. In this gripping sequel, Ravna’s life is once again thrown into turmoil. His blossoming relationship with his new love is on the brink of being torn asunder by the ...

In the haunting expanse of a decaying desert wasteland, Samuel finds himself once again at the mercy of the reversion—a relentless force that reshapes worlds and defies the boundaries of reality. Plucked from a dying world, he awakens in this desolate realm where darkness reigns and peril lurks in every shadow. With fragmented memories slowly piecing together, Samuel discovers he is not alone in this cycle of destruction. He joins forces with newcomers Jack and Lindsay, each battling their own demons, as they embark on a treacherous journey toward redemption. Their destination: the ...

The Fullerton Police Department has hired Samantha Moon to help with an unsolved murder investigation... But on the way home from the crime scene, Sam’s minivan slides off the road during a wicked thunderstorm. Seeking shelter, she sees a strange glow coming from a cave and stumbles upon a magic locket that delivers her 81 years into a bleak dystopian future... And into the middle of a vampire war. A blood war. When the leaders of the rival vampire factions discover she has the time travel locket, the chase is on. Now, Sam must discover how to use the locket to save her children—and the...

Are you trapped in a creative maze, yearning for the spark that once fueled your artistry? Do your projects seem to blur together, lacking the zest and originality they once possessed? Fear not, for “Resetting, Reimagining, and Renewing Your Creative Spark with ChatGPT and Pi Prompts,” is here to revitalize your creative energy. Acclaimed creative professional J. Thorn welcomes you to a space where age-old creative wisdom intersects with cutting-edge introspective techniques. Reinvigorate your creative soul by understanding the core Conflict, Choice, and Consequence that shapes every ...

Brenna and Brady are two normal kids growing up in the suburbs with phones and video games. They love visiting their grandparents in Pennsylvania, where they play in the woods. But when Sandy, a neighborhood friend, tells them about the Monroeville Monster, the siblings decide to conquer their fears and take a picture of the elusive creature. Brenna and Brady set off on a frightening quest in a mysterious forest where not everything is as it seems

Jocker and Bivy are ordinary cardinals, hoping to learn how to fly. They love playing in the nest with their parents. But when the siblings learn that their home is in danger from an army of ants, they must take action. Finally, with the help of new friends they meet along the way, Jocker and Bivy embark on a quest: Saving Upworld!

With the world in chaos and the aliens swarming the domed city of Nashville, Maya Talbot continues on her quest to find her children while destruction rains down from above - the aliens have arrived and the invasion has begun. With a crew of unlikely allies and a mother's incredible determination, she must find her kids and get to safety before it's too late. But what if Maya can't outrun the alien invaders, and what if there isn't anywhere left for the survivors to hide? The race is on and the clock is ticking because the aliens seem bent on annihilating the human race and destroying the planet.

A podcast about the business of writing with hosts J.D. Barker and J. Thorn.

Are you a storyteller, on the quest for characters that resonate and plots that enthrall? Ever felt the weight of the blank page, the shadow of writer’s block clouding your narrative horizon? Fear not, brave writer, for “Three Story Method: The Hero-Mentor Archetype Handbook with ChatGPT Prompts,” is here to be your guiding star. This unparalleled guide is your beacon in the realm of character creation, where the timeless dance of heroes and mentors come alive, infusing your tales with depth, conflict, and growth. It’s not merely about characters on a page, but living, breathing ...

Time has run out for Maya and her children. The alien invasion has created hell on earth, and the creatures are determined to destroy humankind. But a chance discovery leads to a glimmer of hope. Maya must mobilize before it’s too late, risking a daring move that could end her life and life on the planet as we know it. Encounter is the new post-apocalyptic thriller from best-selling authors, J. Thorn and Zach Bohannon, the third book in the War for Earth trilogy.

The night brings more than darkness after the Fall. With her fangs bared, Tilla attacks a camp of savages until a mysterious young girl emerges from the wrecked, post-apocalyptic landscape. “The Hunt” was originally published as Retrograde and won first prize in the 2009 Boutique du Vampyre Short Story Contest.

Join Rachael Herron and J. Thorn every Wednesday for conversations about writing from craft to wellness.

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