How many authors do you know of who started writing and publishing in their 80s and is 99 years-old and still writing?
That's me!
I've written and published several mystery novels (Casey Alton Mysteries) and several Adventure novels (Joshua Rogan Adventures) and even a novel for middle-grade kids (and kids of all other ages).
I've gotten great reviews, won an award for one novel, but not enough word of mouth. I...
What is a product most you use possibly several times daily, invented by someone you've never heard of, that might extend your life?
Nils Bohlin worked for Volvo when he came up with the idea in 1958. Initially, there was much resistance to its use before it eventually became universal and required by law.
What was it?
The three-point safety belt for your car!
In 1959, Bohlin received a patent on his invention. The rest, as they say, is history!
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How often do you read a great adventure novel written by a 98 year-old and published at age 99 (an unusual author at an unusual age)?
A THRILLER IN YELLOWSTONE was written and professionally edited late last year and published a few months ago. It features larger-than-life park Ranger and former world champion martial artist, Joshua Rogan, in his latest adventure.
The novel follows Joshua through two great adventures. In the first, "a vicious. murdering back woodsman is loose in the huge wild...
Here I am at age 99, simultaneously publishing two new books recently when I should be sitting in a rocking chair on our front porch, wearing a coat sweater with pockets filled with peanuts to feed the squirrels and waiting for neighbors and their kids to drop by and watch.
Instead, I spend most of my day at my computer, enjoying writing and researching. For example, I decided to make major changes in a previous version of THE GREAT BARN SHOWDOWN, including changing the title (from "Dondi's...
THE HUME ESTATE
The Hume estate occupied probably at least fifteen acres. It ran from Piedmont Grammar School almost to Brandon Street and three quarters of the way to Rose street. All of the houses between the school and behind Brandon Street were once the Hume estate. The main entrance was on Brandon street and had a stone marker which is still there. The driveway led to a large three-story mansion well back from the street. It then snaked past a 9-hole private golf course, over a creek,...
By Richard L. Wren
Oakland Technical High School, 1943
Award winning author
Piedmont Avenue has changed since 1935. Macarthur Boulevard was then Moss Avenue. Starting from that point, this is what I remember as a 9-year-old boy.
The bar on the corner of Piedmont and Moss Avenue was there, a Standard Oil (or Shell) service station was across the street. A few stores were on the right side and Plymouth Congregational Church, a large 2 story red brick imposing structure, was on the left side...
Only a few months ago, I published by latest Joshua Adventure, A THRILLER IN YELLOWSTONE. My fellow author and publicity helper, Loyd Auerbach, pointed out that Joshua is a modern embodiment of the old pulp heroes. He alerted me to the fact that there is a whole genre of fiction called New Pulp. Joshua's adventures definitely qualify.
So if you are a fan of New Pulp or a fan of the old pulp heroes like The Shadow, Doc Savage, the Spider, G-8, Operator 5, or others like them, you'll definitely...
Enjoy this blog from 2015 -- I'm a bit older now (99 years young).
Each year, millions of people – young and older -- look at themselves and their jobs and careers and wonder whether they should start something new. This may be especially true of people who are retired, who also may wonder if it’s not too late to do so. One individual in his 80s decided it wasn’t (too late) and reinvented himself.
After a fulfilling career in the insurance industry and numerous retirement activities, Oakland...
This was originally posted on my old website, www.rlwren.com. Enjoy!
RECIPE FOR MILE HIGH BISCUITS
1/31/16 As many of you know, buttermilk biscuits are a passion with me. I make them from scratch almost every Saturday morning. For several years I’ve been searching for the right balance to get mile high, flaky biscuits that are memorable. This is the result to date:
1 cup all-purpose flour.
tsp. baking soda.
1 heaping tsp. baking powder.
Pinch of salt.
Mix together thoroughly.
Next: 3 tablespoons...
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