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And some thought the novel "farfetched..."
Perhaps they did not read about a public meeting in Granbury, Texas, where a speaker by the name of Paul Brown advocated that women...
Raymond Niblock
Apr 2, 20242 min read


From Hapless to Hopeful: Unraveling Extremism and Rediscovering Reason in Our Democratic Tapestry
The overwhelmingly positive response to The Last Independence Day has been nothing short of inspiring, underscoring the urgent need for...
Raymond Niblock
Mar 24, 20245 min read


Poking the Bear: What I learned from a one-star review.
"[P]repare to be immersed in a shallow pool of political nonsense," he wrote under the pseudonym Dr. Dudley. Lugubrious, heavy-handed,...
Raymond Niblock
Mar 16, 20242 min read


The road to hell is paved with...
No matter how well-intended a person can be, none of us is perfect. I try, and I wouldn't be the first person who allowed the pursuit of...
Raymond Niblock
Mar 14, 20242 min read


Book Talk at Pearl’s Books
On February 29th, I had the pleasure of hosting a "book talk" at Pearl's Books in Fayetteville, marking a memorable evening. Although I'm...
Raymond Niblock
Mar 9, 20241 min read


I'm back from Belize - The sequel to TLID is in the works.
I recently returned from Belize, where I worked on an outline with my developmental editor to get started on the sequel to "The Last...
Raymond Niblock
Mar 7, 20242 min read


Book Review: "Tyranny of the Minority," by Steven Levitsky and Daniel Ziblatt
The title caught me because it was antithetical to the term Alexis de Tocqueville used in his book, "Democracy in America" over two...
Raymond Niblock
Feb 16, 20243 min read


Hardcovers direct from IngramSpark.
IngramSpark is pretty innovative. Even gave a QR code! It has been slow to get the hardcovers - usually takes about a month, but this...
Raymond Niblock
Feb 16, 20241 min read


I am grateful for the reviews!
The influx of reviews has been both encouraging and deeply appreciated. Their importance cannot be overstated, and despite the discomfort...
Raymond Niblock
Feb 3, 20241 min read


Tough Talk and Little PeePees at the Southern Border while "Civil War" Trends on Social Media
This isn't just a post about the chaos at the Southern Border. It's a wake-up call about federalism under fire. The United States is a...
Raymond Niblock
Jan 30, 20242 min read


History Repeats Itself: Book Review of Rachel Maddow’s “Prequel.”
I've been working on asking people who have read "The Last Independence Day: Secession" to review it, so it's only fair that I extend the...
Raymond Niblock
Jan 27, 20241 min read
Get to know the villain, Buckshot Brandy!
In the heart of the deep South, where gospel hymns float through the air, heavy with judgment, Suzy Brandy Landers, formerly Suzy Brandy...
Raymond Niblock
Jan 25, 20243 min read


Introducing Jon Freeman, the Protagonist in "The Last Independence Day."
Beneath the Arkansas sweltering sun of a land etched with history stands Jon Freeman, a man rooted in the fertile soil of privilege and...
Raymond Niblock
Jan 13, 20243 min read


It Could Happen Here
As we edge closer to what could be the defining presidential election of our era, the stakes have never been higher. Joe Biden, a figure...
Raymond Niblock
Jan 1, 20241 min read


Raymond Niblock
Dec 23, 20230 min read


Was Camus Right About Anything?
Bathe in gratitude. Why didn’t I before? Because I was afraid. Find center. Cherish the past and release it as birds flutter skyward....
Raymond Niblock
Dec 9, 20231 min read


A Journey from Scribbles to Salesman.
Hey there, friends, fellow wordsmiths, advisors, supporters, and aspiring literary legends! Let me take you on a ride through the chaotic...
Raymond Niblock
Dec 7, 20233 min read


Here come the videos!
"They," who are the people who do "it," tell me I have to find innovative ways to market my new title. Okay, how about video? Here's one...
Raymond Niblock
Nov 30, 20231 min read


Post Release Technicalities
This morning, fueled by the espresso I prepared (two shots!), I made my way upstairs to my cozy office, ready to tackle a slew of...
Raymond Niblock
Nov 25, 20232 min read


Hitting the Button!
The release date for my debut novel, "The Last Independence Day," is rapidly approaching - November 23, 2023, and with a last-minute...
Raymond Niblock
Nov 19, 20232 min read
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