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25/02/2025

Dr. Jan Davis appeared on The Damcasters, an aviation history podcast, to talk all about her father's experience as a B-17 pilot during WWII, including the war log he kept and the illustrations he created while interned in the POW camp Stalag Luft III.

Watch the full episode:

🛫Ben Smotherman was a B-17 pilot who was shot down on his 7th mission over occupied Europe in 1943. He was captured and ended up in the POW camp Stalag Luft...

21/02/2025

Dr. Chris Frueh, author of Operator Syndrome, recently stopped by our studio to record an episode of the Ballast Book Launch podcast with with Ballast CEO Andy Symonds author.

Catch up before it drops: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_t-pGwMlzs&list=PL-Zkt35MF229gNcc8B_NQTqLKfHIjBGxq&pp=gAQB

18/02/2025

Happy publication day to A Day Like Any Other by Tom Oliva! This action-packed, post-apocalyptic story follows a retired Marine who risks everything to defend life as we know it.

Get your copy: https://ballastbooks.com/purchase/a-day-like-any-other/

17/02/2025

Big news from Ballast Books ✨ We were named a 2024 Publisher of the Year by the Outstanding Creator Awards, a literary contest that recognizes talented, passionate, and imaginative people.

We're honored to publish books that build your brand and tell your story, no matter the message you have to share. Thank you to the Outstanding Creator Awards for acknowledging us as publisher that's constantly advancing and innovating.

14/02/2025

Still buzzing from an incredible day at the New Nuclear for Maritime Summit in Houston!

It was truly inspiring to see how CORE POWER is pioneering the Molten Chloride Fast Reactor, building the world’s first complete Maritime Civil Nuclear program, a game-changer for national security and the future of clean energy at sea.

A huge highlight was hearing from Admiral John Richardson, former Chief of Naval Operations and Director of Naval Reactors, and Mikal Bøe, CEO of CORE POWER. Their vision, leadership, and passion for advancing nuclear technology were absolutely next level.

On top of that, I got to reconnect with my former classmate, James Sagar, now an executive at ExxonMobil. Always great to catch up and share these kinds of experiences together.

Exciting times ahead for the future of nuclear innovation in maritime. I’m grateful to be part of the conversation.

13/02/2025

What do the and the nuclear navy have in common?

Let Navy Bob and Jeffrey Kuhlman tell you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3iF_qkZOzQ&t=38s

12/02/2025

Get a sneak peek at the opening page of award-winning novel Robowok, a gripping literary fiction and fusion story. Coming in March.

11/02/2025

How many awards can one book win!? Jeff Dorrill is trying to find out! Congrats!

Blue Balloon author Jeff Dorrill graced the cover of Story Monsters Ink®'s January 2025 issue. This award-winning magazine all about children's books included a detailed interview with Jeff, which you can read here: https://storymonstersink.com/january-2025

"'Be resourceful and relentless, and do it all with grace and kindness,' urges Brunt and Eggbert children's author Jeff Dorrill. The consequential messages from his new book are also good reminders for all of us as we head into a new year."

11/02/2025

Come meet Ballast author Navy Bob and learn more about leading with love!

Join me for a special Presidents' Day event! 🇺🇸

📅 Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:30 p.m. Reception | 6:30 p.m. Program
📍 Location: George Bush Presidential Library and Museum at Texas A&M University
🎟 Free Admission | Reservations Encouraged

I’m honored to speak at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library & Museum this Presidents' Day, where I’ll be sharing insights on leading with love at every level—from daily life to the highest office in the land.

📖 Copies of Beyond the Sea will be available for purchase and signing.
5:30 p.m. – Reception in the ConocoPhillips Rotunda
6:30 p.m. – Program in the Malek Theater

Reserve your spot today and be part of this unforgettable evening: bush41.org/events

11/02/2025

Mike "The Situation" is saving lives by sharing his story of addiction and redemption!

It is never too late to turn your life around & make a change. I’m honored to share my story with you all and inspire you. Get this award-winning, best-selling book today! 📚🏆

Reality Check 🔗: https://www.amazon.com/Reality-Check-Situation-Overcame-Addiction/dp/1955026912