Novels
After losing everything, the young and emotionally numb Moe, holds onto what she can. Whether it be her blue beanie, comics, or fading memory. Sent to live with her distant relatives in their desolate neighborhood, Moe searches for anything that might bring her peace and allow her to escape from the everyday. At times she can find tranquility in the local creek. Other times can come from the bizarre interactions with the other local children who invite her into their fold. But escape is never easy. A violent local bully thaws her cold attitude and proves that Moe must grow up fast if she wishes to survive the foreign world she is thrust into. Before I Forget is a book showcasing the desire to pursue peace, whatever the cost and always. It is a story of maturity under devastating circumstances. And to always keeping the idea of escape alive. Genre: Young Adult Release Date: August 22, 2019 |
Brock Creepling is broken. But he’s getting better. At least that’s what he tells his doctors at his mental hospital nicknamed, The Zoo. Upon his release the washed-up cartoonist attempts to pick up the pieces of his life and revive his career with the help of his friend and therapist. The only thing stopping Brock, is the untamed colorful characters that litter his mind every second of the day. Hiding his disorder isn’t easy. And climbing back to the top won’t be much better. Brock is broken. But he’s getting better. Genre: Black Comedy Release Date: July 13, 2018 Cover design: Gary Prendergast |
Shorts
"That Thought Became a Shovel" is the newest album by Philadelphia rapper Darko the Super. For this 18-track album, Darko enlisted a group to assist with the creation of a 40 page booklet to go with the CD release. Chuck was brought on to assist in the booklet, writing the album's introduction (found both at the beginning of the book, and the marketing) as well as writing a short story based on the album's track "Tom Waits and the Aliens." Publisher: U Don't Deserve This Beautiful Art Release Date: 04/04/2025 |