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Nov 16, 2012
Coming from a software development background[1], when writing, I was naturally drawn to the tools with which I was familiar. This post describes my approach to creating both print-ready PDF and Kindle formats, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of going this route.
Read MoreNov 14, 2012
In the early days, miners heading to the Interior from Valdez had one option: up the Valdez Glacier and down the Klutina Glacier to Klutina Lake. They had to drag all their supplies with them, often making more than one trip.
Once they arrived at the lake, miners were tasked with building a boat sturdy enough to travel across and enter the Klutina River; from there making there way downstream to Copper Center.
This was a dangerous route, even in summer. Glacier travel came with a number of hazards, including crevasses and avalanches. It was nearly eighty miles from Valdez to Klutina Lake.
The image below shows the approximate route from Valdez over the glaciers to Klutina Lake:
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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
Nov 16, 2012
Coming from a software development background[1], when writing, I was naturally drawn to the tools with which I was familiar. This post describes my approach to creating both print-ready PDF and Kindle formats, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of going this route.
Read MoreNov 14, 2012
In the early days, miners heading to the Interior from Valdez had one option: up the Valdez Glacier and down the Klutina Glacier to Klutina Lake. They had to drag all their supplies with them, often making more than one trip.
Once they arrived at the lake, miners were tasked with building a boat sturdy enough to travel across and enter the Klutina River; from there making there way downstream to Copper Center.
This was a dangerous route, even in summer. Glacier travel came with a number of hazards, including crevasses and avalanches. It was nearly eighty miles from Valdez to Klutina Lake.
The image below shows the approximate route from Valdez over the glaciers to Klutina Lake:
Read MoreAvailable 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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