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Most of my time has been taken up in developing a musical in NYC, but during those long pauses, as that lurches forward, I recorded the Audible version of my novel The Childgrove.
In the summer of 1966, nine-year-old John is thrust into a mystery where his own voice beckons him towards a truth he has carried since birth—a truth with an unspeakable cost.
Meanwhile, across the years, in 1914, another young soul named Edward grapples with the haunting family secrets that bind him. Linked by threads of tragedy, redemption, pain, and triumph, their parallel journeys converge, and the bond between the two boys transcends the limitations of time itself, imparting lessons that echo across the ages. As the narrative unfolds, questions arise: Can these two boys truly cross paths, or are they somehow each other’s imaginary friends?
I've been working on the limited series screenplay version of this for a while, but this seemed like a good introduction to what was possible, minus the visuals. All the dialogue was recorded in acoustically appropriate spaces. There are over 600 sound effects, an original score, and rare recordings from Edison cylinder recording archives.
A recent review said: "The novel invites readers on a thought-provoking voyage that blurs the lines of reality, challenges perceptions, and leaves lingering questions about the nature of existence and connection. The Childgrove is a poignant and compelling read that will linger in the minds of readers long after the story concludes. ."
https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Childgrove-Audiobook/B0CRVXJDML?action_co...
Okay. I'll stop now.