When You Can’t Trust Your Own Eyes
There was a time when seeing was believing. A photograph was evidence. A recording was proof. If you watched it happen, it happened. That was the deal we made with our own senses, and for most of human history, it held. It doesn’t hold anymore. We have crossed into a world where a video can […]
When Winter Stops Being Picturesque: Surviving the Cold Without Technology
The last couple of weeks have been brutal. Snow pounding down, temperatures plummeting, wind chills that make it dangerous to be outside for more than a few minutes. Schools closed. Roads impassable. Power lines are down. And even with our technology—our furnaces, our electric heaters, our insulated homes, our four-wheel-drive vehicles—winter feels menacing. Now imagine […]
The Wait Is Over: “The Other Side of the Sun – Apricity Volume I” Is Here
The sequel you’ve been asking for is finally available I’m thrilled to announce that “The Other Side of the Sun – Apricity Volume I” is now available on Kindle, with paperback and hardcover editions arriving in the next day or two. When I published “The Other Side of the Sun,” I wasn’t sure what to […]
Above Average Isn’t Comfortable: Why Preparedness Is a Choice Against Mediocrity
Nick Saban, one of the greatest coaches in college football history, has a philosophy that makes people uncomfortable: “Average is what most people are. That’s by definition. Average is easy. Average is normal. But above average? That takes discipline, sacrifice, and doing what others won’t.” Now, let me ask you something: When the lights go […]
The Psychology of Collapse: How People Really React When Civilization Breaks Down
When we imagine a world without technology—no power grid, no running water, no smartphones, no cars—most of us immediately jump to the practical challenges. How would we find food? Where would we get clean water? How would we stay warm? These are the questions that dominate survival guides and prepper forums, and they’re absolutely crucial.But […]
Apricity: Why I Chose That Title and What It Means
There’s a moment in the depths of winter when everything feels still. The trees are bare, the air bites, the nights stretch long—and the world seems to quiet itself in reverence to the season. But then comes a fleeting warmth. A patch of sunlight filters through the clouds and hits your face. A child’s laughter […]
The Complete Guide to Surviving When Technology Fails: Lessons from “The Other Side of the Sun”
What would you do if all technology simply… stopped working? No power grid, no cars, no phones, no internet. Just you, your family, and the knowledge in your head. This is the terrifying reality explored in my novel “The Other Side of the Sun,” and it’s a scenario that’s not as far-fetched as you might […]
Coming Soon: “The Other Side of the Sun: Apricity” – The Chilling Sequel You’ve Been Waiting For
Winter is coming, and with it, a whole new level of danger… Dear Readers, I’m thrilled to announce that the wait is almost over. The highly anticipated sequel to “The Other Side of the Sun” is nearly complete and will be hitting shelves soon. “Apricity” picks up right where we left our struggling family, at […]
15 Nutrient-Dense Foods with Long Shelf Lives: Your Crisis Pantry Essentials
In a world where technology has ceased to function, as depicted in my novel “The Other Side of the Sun,” access to fresh food becomes one of the most immediate and pressing challenges. Modern food systems rely heavily on refrigeration, transportation networks, and just-in-time delivery—all of which depend on the technology we take for granted. […]
Finding Your Way in a Tech-Free World: Traditional Navigation Skills for Modern Survival
In our modern world, we’ve become utterly dependent on GPS technology and smartphone maps to navigate even the most basic journeys. Many of us can barely find our way to a new restaurant without consulting our phones, let alone navigate through wilderness or unfamiliar territory. But what happens when that technology suddenly vanishes? In my […]