Things happen for a reason, or so I am told. The events described in this book actually happened. This story is real. The explanations for the bizarre happenings will probably be as confusing to you as they are to me. Embark with me on this journey—my quest to find answers and obtain closure for the unresolved issues that occurred and stayed unresolved for five decades. This story is much more than an incredible hunt; it goes much deeper than that. Join me in my search for truth.

When it comes to writing weapons, most authors shoot from the hip--and miss. The Writer's Guide to Weapons will help you hit your target every time. Firearms and knives have starring roles in a wide range of genres--crime, thriller, war, mystery, Western, and more. Unfortunately, many depictions of weapons in novels and film are pure fiction. Knowing the difference between a shotshell and a slug, a pistol and a revolver, or a switchblade and a butterfly knife is essential for imbuing your story with authenticity--and gaining popularity with discerning readers. Inside you'll find: • An in-depth look at the basics of firearms and knives: how they work, why they work, what they look like, and how to depict them accurately in your stories. • The biggest weapons myths in fiction, TV, and film. • A surefire guide for choosing the correct weapon for your characters, no matter their skill level, strength, or background. • A review of major gun and knife laws, weapons safety tips,and common police tactics. • "The Hit List," showcasing the most popular weapons for spies, detectives, gunslingers, gangsters, military characters, and more. • Examples highlighting inaccurate vs. accurate weapons depictions. • An insightful foreword by David Morrell, the award-winning creator of Rambo. Equal parts accessible, humorous, and practical, The Writer's Guide to Weapons is the one resource you need to incorporate firearms and knives into your fiction like a seasoned professional.

Take a journey with the Author through twenty-five years as he recounts some of the most interesting prison stories ever compiled and publicly disclosed. With a unique perspective that only a twenty-five year correction officer can effectively communicate, Chris Leo takes us from 1982 to the present. As an Unarmed Defensive Tactics (UDT) Instructor and a member of the highly specialized Corrections Emergency response Team (CERT) the Author encountered more unusual instances than most. PRISON will astound the reader from inadequate security staffing levels that correction officers are forced to deal with on a daily basis to the most inept administrative decisions one could imagine. The job of a correction officer is as difficult as you can imagine, but after reading PRISON you will now know why. Over thirty stories including: How Do Drugs Enter Prison? Water Torture, Electrocuted Inmates, Broken Arms and many many more.....Leo captivates and tells all.