New Sci-Fi novel, “The Last Two People,” is available now on Amazon in print and on Kindle. "The Last Two People" is a fun story about love, breaking up, and falling in love during an alien invasion. Buy a copy today!
April 2, 2025
March 30, 2025
The Last Two People Book Trailer
Trevor and Sheila's breakup seems insignificant when Earth faces an unexpected invasion from aliens. As these extraterrestrials unexpectedly bring peace and harmony by resolving conflicts, Sheila follows her heart and leaves with Clyde, an intriguing alien. Desperate and determined, Trevor teams up with Sheila's loyal friend, Debbie, and a compassionate alien named Barbara to chase after the runaway couple across upstate New York. However, their quest takes an unexpected turn when a confrontation between the aliens and Earth's Resistance results in violence. In this gripping tale of love, loyalty, and unexpected choices, Trevor finds himself at a crossroads, forced to make a difficult decision that could determine the fate of not only his relationship with Sheila but with Debbie and Barbara as well.
The Heart of Velletri Book Trailer
Michael Koenigsmann is a police officer and the son of a World War II veteran. Michael spends his life investigating how his father was wounded in battle, left for dead, and nearly buried alive during the Italian Campaign. His father, Gene, won’t reveal what had happened to him while overseas. Michael is fascinated when he learns that his late grandfather, Alphonse, was a gangster during the Great Depression. Also, Alphonse was a veteran of World War I. Michael’s journey begins with him trying to discover how his father survived the war and came home to lead the life of a devout Catholic, rather than be influenced by the criminal lifestyle of his father. At the end of his life, Gene tells Michael his story. He honors his father by arranging for a congressman to present Gene with his Purple Heart which he never received for nearly dying in the Battle of Velletri. After Gene’s death, he must accept his own shortcomings as a father and as a husband to move on with his life.
The Art of God Book Trailer
Are you ready to embark on a journey of faith and redemption? Join Alan Vaughn, a man whose life is forever changed after a tragic car accident takes the life of his beloved wife, Janet. In a coma for weeks, Alan awakens with a newfound purpose - to create a masterpiece that will touch the hearts of all who see it. But as he delves into this daunting task with unfamiliar tools and excruciating pain from his injuries, Alan's faith begins to wane. And when his finished artwork attracts the attention of those seeking to profit from it, and reporters looking to tell his story, Alan must confront his inner demons and embark on a personal quest to find his faith once more. Set against the backdrop of a small, tight-knit community, "The Art of God" is a heart-wrenching tale of love, loss, and the power of art to heal and inspire. If you enjoyed "The Shack" by William P. Young, you'll be captivated by this gripping story of one man's journey towards spiritual awakening.
Don't miss out on this deeply moving and thought-provoking novel. Grab your copy of "The Art of God" now. And prepare to be swept away by a story that will stay with you long after the final page is turned.
March 16, 2025
Sci-Fi Novel "The Last Two People" Available for Pre-Order!
Pre-order Now! Print Edition will be available April 2nd!
Description: Trevor and Sheila's breakup seems insignificant when Earth faces an unexpected invasion from aliens. As these extraterrestrials unexpectedly bring peace and harmony by resolving conflicts, Sheila follows her heart and leaves with Clyde, an intriguing alien. Desperate and determined, Trevor teams up with Sheila's loyal friend, Debbie, and a compassionate alien named Barbara to chase after the runaway couple across upstate New York. However, their quest takes an unexpected turn when a confrontation between the aliens and Earth's Resistance results in violence. In this gripping tale of love, loyalty, and unexpected choices, Trevor finds himself at a crossroads, forced to make a difficult decision that could determine the fate of not only his relationship with Sheila but with Debbie and Barbara as well.
March 2, 2025
Remembering Ronnie James Dio - The Last in Line [Live at The Spectrum 1984]
I was lucky enough to see Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow when I was in high school. AC/DC opened for them, and Bonn Scott was amazing. Still, I was there primarily to see the man himself, Ronnie James Dio. While I already loved Rainbow, it was Dio whom I worshipped. His powerful voice made him larger than the rock chords blasting in the background. Those who know me will recall my love for Led Zeppelin. But as unique as Robert Plant’s voice is, Plant often forgot song lyrics in concert, and slurred his words both live and recorded. Dio’s voice was both strong, and measured. He left nothing on the stage and gave every performance his all. Singers and vocal coaches regale his style and technique to this day. Whether in Rainbow, Black Sabbath, or solo, Ronnie James Dio was a giant among giants. We lost Ronnie in 2010. But I will always be a fan. To The Man on the Silver Mountain, RIP. - M.J. Kannengieser
Movie Review: WHAT DREAMS MAY COME Trailer (1998) | Classic Trailer
This is one of my favorite films. “What Dreams May Come” is about love, family, loss, pain, and rebirth. The dialogue is moving and brilliant in both its poignance and brevity. The script guides us along a bittersweet romance between two souls eternally connected, and deeply in love. While the couple lives a life they had dreamed of and achieved, they weather the storm of tragic loss, and grapple with guilt and regret. In both this world and beyond, they seek each other and those they lost. The story demonstrates that each scene in our lives, no matter how trivial, can become significant, and a lesson to be learned from. The ending is a remarkable and beautiful conclusion that is also a new beginning. The story, while fantastic in its imagery, is both beautiful and terrifying. The outcome will have the viewer examining their own relationships with their spouse and children. I highly recommend watching this. - M.J. Kannengieser
Kathy McCarty Cover Version of "I Had a Dream" by Daniel Johnston
This is a remarkable, tasteful, and loving rendition of the
song I had a dream, by the late Daniel Johnston. Daniel spent his life
battling mental illness, yet he attained success in music and art with a
dedicated cult fanbase. This song is covered, along with others on the album Dead
Dog’s Eyeball, by Kathy McCarty, Daniel’s onetime girlfriend. Kathy’s
somewhat jazzy, yet soulful, and bittersweet version of this tune lends itself
to playing in a smoky nightclub or on a rainy afternoon with a cup of coffee.
Kathy’s voice is beautiful and recognizes the heartache Daniel felt when
composing this song. The unrequited love he felt for Laurie Allen, a young,
beautiful woman he met in college, inspires this tune, and so many others of
Daniel’s. Laurie was a friend, and she married a funeral director and moved
away. All of this became grist for Daniel’s songs and artwork. Listen to this
song and appreciate its inspiration and enjoy the heartfelt, yet whimsical lyrics.
You’ll understand why a person can get close to someone yet still be so far
away. This is my new favorite song.
Greetings -- I Suppose
I hate buying cards. Birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, glad you didn’t die —— it’s a chore. There never seems to be an appropriate message inside, or the artwork is simply silly, or meaningless. Happy Anniversary: here’s a couple sitting in a canoe on a lake. Get well soon: here’s a dog wearing a cast on one of its legs. Haha! I’d rather flee a swarm of angry wasps, or accidentally walk in on a Satanic human sacrifice than shop for a card. Like I said, I hate buying cards, and if you get one from me, either my wife bought it, or I must really, really like you.
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