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New 5 Star Review on Amazon for RETURN of the STARFIGHTER.

 Return of the Starfighter, January 21, 2013

By 

Charllotte Hazelwood

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This review is from: Return Of The Starfighter (BLACK EAGLE FORCE) (Kindle Edition)

A company of people who fly under the radar. Seals, Rangers, Ranchers, Secret Service, ect, all with something to give to the red, white and blue, or for a matter of fact the good of the world. Combinging this with knowledge, firepower extreme, and planes of outrageous ablities, and you have a great fighting unit of men and women that kick butt, with a capital "B". This is the continuation of Black Eagle Force. It complete in it's own right but get both. Waiting for the next one! Charllotte

AMAZON'S BEST SELLER LIST

All three Black Eagle Force novels, "Black Eagle Force: Sacred Mountain", "Return of the Starfighter" and "Black Eagle Force: Eye of the Storm" are sandwiched between Dale Brown's "Tiger's Claw" AT #41 and W.E.B. Griffin's "The Spymasters" at #53 in Amazon's Best Seller Top 100 list. Fiction>War. Pretty good company.  We are in our 19th consecutive on the Best Seller Lists. Thank you fans.

                                                    

HAUNTED FALLS

Here's another excerpt from "Haunted Falls", the sequel to "The Nations". From Chapt. 2.

"Bill Dalton passed the City Marshal's office just as a short, stocky constable, Rosco Chattaway, stepped out of the door. The twenty-three year old law officer was wearing a dark blue wool uniform with brass buttons completely down the middle of his thigh-length coat. Across the front of his flat-topped, short-billed cap, was the word CONSTABLE in polished brass letters. He watched as the rest of the gang slowly rode separately to the bank down on the corner, dismount and tie up.
    Chattaway watched for a moment longer and then turned to reenter the office. "Marshal, they's some men just rode into town sorta one at the time and they all tied up in front of the bank…Never seen 'em afore."
    "And?" City Marshal Matt Muckleroy asked, not looking up from his paperwork.
    "Well, I could see they was wearing side arms under their coats and appeared to be a mite…fidgety."
    He looked up. "How do you mean…'fidgety', Rosco?"
    "They was lookin' around, ya know, sorta nervous-like. Then all but one went into the bank…I think they're ne'er-do-wells up to no good…sir."
    The rotund marshal removed his reading glasses laid them on his desk, got to his feet and adjusted his gun belt. "You know what I tol' you about thinkin' Rosco…but you make a good point. Head down to Sheriff Brownlow's office. I'll go the other direction and start roundin' up a posse…just in case. Tell J. D. to put his deputies on the roofs on the other side of the street and catty-corner from the bank, I'll put mine behind the water troughs and inside the saloon directly across from the bank…Be sure he reminds his men to take a caution…ya hear?"
    "Yessir." The constable stood there for a moment and then glanced around the marshal's office with a blank look on his face.
    "Today, Chattaway…Today!"
    "Yessir…uh, I was jest wonderin' ifn I should get my gun…sir?"
    "Rosco, if brains were dynamite, you couldn't blow yer nose…Of course get yer gun!"
    "Right, sir," he said as he went to the gun rack on the back wall of the office, removed a Remington single barrel shotgun and headed to the door.
    "And rounds, Rosco, rounds. Not much good without ammunition, now is it?"
    "Oh…yes, sir. I mean no, sir…sir," he said as he wheeled around to the cabinet next to the gun rack and grabbed a box of shells. "Got 'em, sir," he said as he held up the box.
    "Go, dammit! Just go!" the marshal screamed as Chattaway hustled toward the door. "Boy's gonna make an old man of me…if I survive atall….Dumber'n bucket of rocks," he mumbled and jumped as the door slamed.

"Wallace, stay out here and mind the horses…'n keep yer eyes open…The rest of ya'll with me," Dalton said as he, Big Asa, Jim Knight, Three-fingered Dynamite Dick West and George Bennett entered the lobby of the bank through the double nine foot tall glass-inset doors.
    Bill glanced at Big Asa and Knight. They nodded back, walked up to President Joseph Clemmons desk at the side of the lobby and Big Asa handed him a note that read: 'This will introduce you to Charles Spreckelmeyer, who wants some money and he is going to have it. Bill and Friends'.
    Clemmons looked up from reading the note only to see the bore of a Winchester pointed at his face just six inches away. Jim Knight had carried the .44-40 caliber rifle inside the bank under his long morning coat. The banker swallowed hard as he noticed Dalton and the others had spread out and also drawn their weapons. An elderly woman customer screamed and fainted."

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STORYTELLING

STORYTELLING

Posted on December 28, 2012by darephillips

“Storytelling. What is it? A Mystery! It’s the art of never seeming bored, of touching everything with interest, of pleasing with trifles, of being fascinating with nothing at all. Of seeing what we say. How do we define this lively darting about with words, this sort of brief smile of ideas which should be Storytelling?” – Guy de Maupassant
     The story is a sequence of events that we use with words and imagery to reveal an adventure, an emotion, a history, a lesson, a character…a story. As writers, Buck and I like to visualize our Black Eagle Force stories as they happen…If we don’t see it or feel it, neither will the reader. After twenty-five screen/teleplays and five novels, we have yet to write an outline. We prefer to create a situation and let the characters work it out. Our story will change, adapt, fluctuate and morph as we write. We rarely know how the story is going to turn out when we start and often we are as surprised at the ending as we hope the reader is.
     We feel the story itself is far more important than the writing of it. Storytelling is the oldest form of communication/education/healing in the history of mankind, dating back to the “Storyteller” (the shaman) around the campfires of prehistoric or primitive villages. The stories painted or drawn on the walls of caves in petroglyphs, on animal skins and in the oral tradition, were man’s first form of education, communication, entertainment and healing, far predating the written word.
     The Twelve Tribes of Israel used the “oral tradition” for centuries in passing down the parables of the Creation and Noah’s Flood. It was not until King Solomon decreed that these stories be written down, that we had any records from which much of the “Old Testament” was taken. We, as writers, have a responsibility to carry on this tradition, yes, in fact, mankind has a need for “Storytellers” that is almost as great as his need for love. But above all the story must entertaining or nobody would listen.
The story itself is why Dan Brown’s novels “The DaVinci Code”, “The Lost Symbol” “Angels & Demons” and “Deception Point” are so successful and popular, in our opinion. Brown was vilified, chastised and raked over the coals by so-called critics over his style, grammar and poor structuring, etc. The poor guy is laughing all the way to the bank…It’s about STORY, hello! Critics often think they know the way, but can’t drive the car. If you start looking at proper style, edit errors or grammatical rules, you’re not looking at the story. It’s like watching a movie with nonstop sex or gratuitous violence…it’s there to cover up the absence of story.
Most people can readily recite passages from great stories, including from the Bible on command even if the writing suffers in translation or style. The images are there and stimulate our powers of visualization. Of course Cecil B. DeMille helped out a great deal, but the story was still there.
Of course, action verbs, adjectives and judicious use of adverbs are important, but they’re not going to help tell the story if the story itself sucks. With the plethora of commercial fiction novels on the market today, good storytelling is also the reason why some writers excel while others fall by the wayside. Stories are not told to the reader…you must suck the reader into the story with visual imagery (word pictures) and emotions. A story without emotions is like an eagle without wings. You can’t just have wonderful, believable characters, you must follow the five precepts of storytelling: Make the reader See, Hear, Feel, Taste and Smell what’s going on in each and every scene. These things far outweigh style, structure and grammar. They are the core of storytelling.

THE NATIONS

Taken from an actual close air support mission over Afghanistan in 2008, this incredible shot shows an F-15 Strike Eagle deploying magnesium flares to defend against heat seating missiles. The detail even picks up the reflection of the data on the HUD inside the canopy. Technological improvements in precision munitions allows the crews to place the ordnance "danger close" to the troops they support on the ground without actually "getting down in the weeds"  as was necessary in earlier conflicts. Improvement to anti-aircraft radar and control systems in enemy AAA systems have likewise increased the threat to aircraft attempting to support ground operations. Originally developed as the world's best air to air fighter, the Eagle airframe has been adapted to be a world class air to ground platform as well.

Black Eagle Force : Eye of the Storm reviews

Eye of the Storm has moved to #5 on the Top 100 novels in the Amazon Top Rated category for War Fiction.  See the link here. http://tinyurl.com/7tstogh   
Our western historical fiction novel, called The Nations, is due in from the printer around July 20th.   
Read an except from The Nations here!
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The Nations is available  for pre-order ($14.95 plus shipping) , signed by both authors, from our Black Eagle Force web site,  http://www.blackeagleforce.com.hostbaby.com/buy_now/.

It's is amazing how life imitates art. The US Army is now testing  wearable computers with a small wrist screen interface as we issued to our Raptors in Sacred Mountain. Their helmet mounted display units cover one of the user's eyes. That denies the user depth of field with only the other eye in use as well as blocking threats from that side, resulting in a major deficiency. Our's are projected inside the face shield of the Raptor's clear visor as is done in a fighter aircraft HUD. (Head's Up Display). The future soldier program has a long way to go to catch up with the Black Eagle Force!

BLACK EAGLE FORCE - Eye of the Storm

BLACK EAGLE FORCE: Eye of the Storm official release date - Feb. 14, 2012 by Tate Publishing.

  http://www.tatepublishing.com/bookstore/book.php?w=978-1-61777-964-0
AMAZON - http://www.amazon.com/Black-Eagle-Force-Stienke-Farmer/dp/1617779644/ref=pd_rhf_dp_p_img_1

SOME REVIEWS/ENDORSEMENTS


Rating: +5
Reminiscent of Tom Clancy's novels at their best, but with more action.
Aug 19, 2011
by IsraelDrazin - BooksnThoughts

This well written and exciting adventure story is reminiscent of the Tom Clancy novels at their best, but this book has more action. The authors describe the battles and other exploits of a unique battle force in fascinating detail that draw readers into the clashes. Readers will react as they read and as they finish this action-packed drama: "Wow! When will the next book come out?"


THE BOOKSHELF DETECTIVE
Book Review by JOSEPH PROVOST: 5 of 5 STAR RATING
I was the lucky winner of an advanced reader copy of BLACK EAGLE FORCE by Buck Stienke and Ken Farmer. I found it beyond exciting. From the beginning of this military thriller to the end, the reader feels like they're on an adventure. Stienke and Farmer start with Santa Anna's campaign in 1836 and take you through to present day in a way that makes you feel like you're reliving history. - Joseph Provost CWO 2 (retired)
Quartermaster Core

In summary, this book is filled with action, adventure, heroic personalities, and is a well-told story. I liked Black Eagle Force very, very much, and I'm not an easy sell. I found it a quick, page-turning read. I recommend it to anyone who likes story, adventure, hard-hitting and constant action and many distinct, likable and appealing characters. Your devotion to detail, clarity and authenticity was admirable; as was the subject matter's relevance and topicality. - Cliff Osmond (actor/writer/director, wrote and directed THE PENITENT starring Raul Julia and Amand Asante)

If you're a fan of one-stop shopping, you'll love Black Eagle Force: Eye of the Storm, because this novel has it all: Nail-biting excitement, edge-of-your-seat action, fast-paced drama, and even laugh-out-loud humor. Believable characters, gritty, realistic dialog, and picturesque descriptions that provide a "you are there" sensation that will leave you wanting more. - Loree Lough, author of 80+ award-winning novels, including From Ashes to Honor [#1 in the First Responders series].

Absolutely loved Black Eagle Force.... HONESTLY...I could not put it down. Great fast-paced read. Love the beginning with its historical setting. Not just a book for guys or military junkies! And the end was a surprise! Can't wait for sequel....and movie!!! - Jocelyn K. White, "Designing DFW" TV Show Host

The characters throughout were engaging, well-presented and memorable. I was also particularly pleased to have some "frailty" presented to some characters.  The plot and setting were excellent and very timely.  BFE grabbed my attention quickly, involved me in the conflict and made me anxious and empathetic for the wonderful characters I came to know. - Joel Erik Thompson - JET, author of the CAT book series.


Black Eagle Force is an eloquently written modern day episodes of battle which are continually analyzed by liberals who think drug cartels and terrorists can be 'fixed'. Farmer & Stienke create a deep heartfelt patriotism through their storytelling that reinvigorates the soul of Americans who believe in justice and want to see action taken against evil forces. BEF is a group of warriors dedicated to the 'never say die' dirty work, others would rather know nothing about, yet have the morbid curiosity to be judgmental of moral turpitude. -
Colonel John G. Worman, USMC

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