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Contributor Laurie Winslow Sargent Comments on the Characters in Bygone Eras Present in REAWAKENED WORLDS

In the new science fiction book REAWAKENED WORLDS: Vintage Dystopian and Sci-Fi Stories by a Master Storyteller, eight stories reveal author John Hayden Howard's ability to use creative language to immerse readers fully in the past.

In this collection, characters include boxers, professors, surfers, archaeologists, and space explorers. Each story has a different feel to it, adding wonderful variety to REAWAKENED WORLDS.

For example, in one story, "Ten Rounds for the All-Time Champ," we immediately feel as if we are hearing a 1940s boxer speak:

Excerpt from "Ten Rounds For The All Time Champ

Note that the boxer above thinks differently from this character, below: a young California teen surfer in 1964 in the story Gremmie's Reef. The boy alternately admires and resents his older brother, from whom he wants more attention but also feels bullied. This passage shows how the younger brother had an awful lot to live up to. Eventually, the two make a bizarre underwater discovery.
Excerpt from Gremmies Reef

front cover REAWAKENED WORLDS by John Hayden Howard is Available Now in Multiple Formats!

I am thrilled to announce that REAWAKENED WORLDS has finally hit the shelves! This captivating collection of stories is now available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook formats, offering readers various options to dive into the enchanting worlds crafted by the author.

The Audiobook is Coming Soon!

For those who prefer to immerse themselves in stories through their ears, the audiobook version of REAWAKENED WORLDS is in the works and will be released soon! Stay tuned for the audio edition, where the incredible narratives will come to life through the voice of a skilled narrator.

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Want to know more about the brilliant mind behind REAWAKENED WORLDS and explore other fascinating content? Be sure to visit my blog at crossconnectmedia.com. Preview Recent Blog Posts below. Thank you for your support, and I can't wait to share the magic of REAWAKENED WORLDS with you all! Happy reading!

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July 26, 2023 By Laurie Winslow Sargent

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