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Jun 13, 2026
During the height of the Kenai gold rush, the town of Sunrise boasted a population of over 3,000. Today, nothing remains apart from a cemetery and hints of what once was.
Thomas' next adventure takes him to Sunrise, Alaska (coming in 2026).
The Toledo and Tyonek at the Sunrise dock, 1906:
Jun 18, 2025
Here’s a brief peek at the book in the works–as yet untitled. It takes place on the Kenai Peninsula…
Thomas shook his head and read the letter again. It sounded like a scheme to swindle him, but more concerning was the signature—it sent a chill down his spine.
Thomas had one brother—Jesse—swept away in the creek back home, never to be seen again. His father blamed him for the death of his favorite son, leading him to leave the farm in Iowa and never look back. The image of his mother came to mind. That was his only regret, leaving her behind. Now this letter from someone signing it as his brother—or was it someone using the term in a loose fashion? Why not sign with the full name? He racked his mind for who J could be—certainly it couldn’t be Jesse...
Apr 11, 2022
The next installment of the Life on the Alaska Frontier series is available on both Kindle and in paperback.
You can get it here.
Nov 5, 2021
The next installment of the Life on the Alaska Frontier series is in the works. Here’s a little look at what’s coming:
Before long, the drunks would stagger out of the saloon, intending to make their way home. Not any drunk would do—they had to have the right qualities to make them suitable. She preferred the newcomers—they usually carried lots of cash and were the easiest to trick—easiest to make disappear. Second best were miners with a nice, fat gold poke. Those were trickier—she was known around town, and if things didn’t go right, the game would be over. Oh, how she loved the game, particularly the ruse—the con—but more so, the reward.
Nov 5, 2021
Sulphide Gulch, number 4 in the Life on the Alaska Frontier series, is available on Kindle and paperback now.
Start here for the entire Life on the Alaska Frontier series.
Available Now
From Fleeting Edge Press:The Life on the Alaska Frontier series:
Sulphide Gulch Quotes
"Did not want the story to end. Like a youngster on Christmas morning I was happy to find the story continued."
"I read all four books in this series. I thought they were well written and I enjoyed reading them. Great descriptions of the country and good character development."
Heartbreak Cabin Quotes
"This story has a solid plot and flows smoothly from the previous novel. The scenes are easily believable, and the author is great at weaving facts and interesting details into the story. I found it hard to put this series down from start to finish. Excellent story telling."
"This is a great read, recommended to anyone who would love to read a clean wholesome book. I could read the series again and still enjoy."
Fortymile Quotes
"This book is a step back in time to the real days of Alaska. It is well written and one feels ad if they are a part of the story. I could see the country in my mind and feel the emotions in my heart."
"This is a well written book. I enjoyed reading it. So much so that I couldn't put it down once I started it. It would be nice to see another book or two in this series."
"The book gave me an appreciation of the struggles faced by the early Alaskan pioneers and miners. This book was a good addition to G.E. Sherman's first book."
Forging North Quotes
"Just finished [the] book. GREAT STORY!!!! Can't wait for the next one!! It flowed so well and kept me engaged the whole time."
"I just finished [the] book---where is the next one? Easy to read and very engaging..."
"I read the book in one day because, once I started, I couldn't put it down..."
“Reality is always different than the dream, but that doesn’t make the dream any less important." - Thomas Thornton
Posts
Jun 13, 2026
During the height of the Kenai gold rush, the town of Sunrise boasted a population of over 3,000. Today, nothing remains apart from a cemetery and hints of what once was.
Thomas' next adventure takes him to Sunrise, Alaska (coming in 2026).
The Toledo and Tyonek at the Sunrise dock, 1906:
Jun 18, 2025
Here’s a brief peek at the book in the works–as yet untitled. It takes place on the Kenai Peninsula…
Thomas shook his head and read the letter again. It sounded like a scheme to swindle him, but more concerning was the signature—it sent a chill down his spine.
Thomas had one brother—Jesse—swept away in the creek back home, never to be seen again. His father blamed him for the death of his favorite son, leading him to leave the farm in Iowa and never look back. The image of his mother came to mind. That was his only regret, leaving her behind. Now this letter from someone signing it as his brother—or was it someone using the term in a loose fashion? Why not sign with the full name? He racked his mind for who J could be—certainly it couldn’t be Jesse...
Apr 11, 2022
The next installment of the Life on the Alaska Frontier series is available on both Kindle and in paperback.
You can get it here.
Nov 5, 2021
The next installment of the Life on the Alaska Frontier series is in the works. Here’s a little look at what’s coming:
Before long, the drunks would stagger out of the saloon, intending to make their way home. Not any drunk would do—they had to have the right qualities to make them suitable. She preferred the newcomers—they usually carried lots of cash and were the easiest to trick—easiest to make disappear. Second best were miners with a nice, fat gold poke. Those were trickier—she was known around town, and if things didn’t go right, the game would be over. Oh, how she loved the game, particularly the ruse—the con—but more so, the reward.
Nov 5, 2021
Sulphide Gulch, number 4 in the Life on the Alaska Frontier series, is available on Kindle and paperback now.
Start here for the entire Life on the Alaska Frontier series.
Available Now
From Fleeting Edge Press:The Life on the Alaska Frontier series:
Sulphide Gulch Quotes
"Did not want the story to end. Like a youngster on Christmas morning I was happy to find the story continued."
"I read all four books in this series. I thought they were well written and I enjoyed reading them. Great descriptions of the country and good character development."
Heartbreak Cabin Quotes
"This story has a solid plot and flows smoothly from the previous novel. The scenes are easily believable, and the author is great at weaving facts and interesting details into the story. I found it hard to put this series down from start to finish. Excellent story telling."
"This is a great read, recommended to anyone who would love to read a clean wholesome book. I could read the series again and still enjoy."
Fortymile Quotes
"This book is a step back in time to the real days of Alaska. It is well written and one feels ad if they are a part of the story. I could see the country in my mind and feel the emotions in my heart."
"This is a well written book. I enjoyed reading it. So much so that I couldn't put it down once I started it. It would be nice to see another book or two in this series."
"The book gave me an appreciation of the struggles faced by the early Alaskan pioneers and miners. This book was a good addition to G.E. Sherman's first book."
Forging North Quotes
"Just finished [the] book. GREAT STORY!!!! Can't wait for the next one!! It flowed so well and kept me engaged the whole time."
"I just finished [the] book---where is the next one? Easy to read and very engaging..."
"I read the book in one day because, once I started, I couldn't put it down..."
“Reality is always different than the dream, but that doesn’t make the dream any less important." - Thomas Thornton
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