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Creating a Science Fiction Novel

I’ve been interested in Space since I was knee high. In elementary school, I wanted to be and dressed up to be Buck Rogers. Funny thing about toys – the space rifle I owned is now worth over $2500. I … Continue reading

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The future has arrived…at least this story of it.

My third novel, By Circuits Bound, has just been published. It’s a switch from historical fiction in my first two novels to science fiction, my real love.  Enjoy! In the not too distant future, robotics has significantly advanced due to … Continue reading

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From Historical Fiction to Science Fiction

Shifting focus from the 18th Century to the 21st. The next story focuses on Androids, seemingly real companions for the wealthy man and women who can afford the luxury. But all is not well as the android manufacturing conglomerate TRAIT, … Continue reading

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Catharine’s story now available

Catharine, Now & Then – the 2nd novel about the Blanchards, is now available on Amazon.   https://www.amazon.com/Catharine-Now-Then-Jeff-Cochran/dp/1539513475/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1476624475&sr=1-1&keywords=catharine%2C+now+%26+then  

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New Poetry Book

Author:     I just published a book of my poetry through the years. Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0692782796 Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M144HTE  

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Leaves

He didn’t think he’d ever really noticed the leaves in fall. A bright yellow maple leaf drifted onto the porch and settled near his foot. Slightly upturned, the burnt golden edges seemed fueled by the dark red veins flowing from … Continue reading

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Rain

Author: “Why do you do that?” my wife asks. “What?” “Pull the covers up around your neck like a cocoon?” I grew up in Northern Virginia with raindrops pounding on the roof, the steady soft staccato; the rhythm ebbing and … Continue reading

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memories

author:  The little dingy swelled and rocked as the gentle gulf waves lapped its sides.  Weathered wood contrasted with the soft green water surrounding its sides. Tied with a single, threadbare rope, it had nowhere to go. A long, worn-out … Continue reading

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New Book coming along

author:  Advance notice – the 2nd book in the trilogy is nearing completion. Catharine Butler, Asa’s sister from Caught in a Past Reflection, is the main character. The story follows her path from the 21st Century to the 18th Century. … Continue reading

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A Poem for Asa

Rebecca:  Thank you, Asa. I always adored the poems you wrote me.  Here is one for you: Gently kissing in the sky the leaves and branch entwine dancing to a distant song as to the breeze incline. Does not love … Continue reading

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