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by | August 8, 2025 · 5:00 am

Crossfire Blitz

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Crime Thriller, Military Thriller, Action Adventure, Vigilante Justice

Published Date: July 31

Publisher: Runner House Books

 

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 “It wasn’t like breaking into a prison was on my bucket list. But
then again, neither was helping terrorists stage a jailbreak. And yet, here I
was.”

A prison break. Betrayals. Battle for survival.
September 2014. Yemen’s going up in flames, and Americans are
caught in the inferno. Delta Force Captain Axel Blaze is sent straight into
the

fire to extract Khalid Al-Mansour, an Al-Qaeda moneyman turned informant.
Khalid promises intel that could save American lives, but it

comes at a price— his sons must be rescued from a rebel-controlled
prison deep in hostile territory.

Blaze’s team pulls off the high-risk breakout, but the fallout is
deadly. A chain of betrayals is set off. One of Khalid’s sons turns

traitor, leading Al-Qaeda right to the US embassy. Trapped, outnumbered, and
fighting on hostile ground, Blaze and his team face a ruthless enemy

and impossible odds.

But this isn’t just about survival—this is about sending a
message.


Blaze won’t just hold the line—he’ll blow the enemy to hell.

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Praise for the series:

“Blaze combines the force of Reacher, the unapologetic badassery of

Dirty Harry, the savagery of Frank Castle, and the calculated precision of
Bourne.”

“Blaze is a no-nonsense guy. Shoot second…after head butting the guy first.
My kind of hero!”

“Blaze is a badass in the real sense of the word. He doesn’t stop
until every bad guy is broken or dead.”

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Readers are saying:

★★★★★ “…non-stop action…”

★★★★★ “…fast and violent…”

★★★★★ “Blaze is the new badass in town!!”

★★★★★ “Must read! This series rocks!!”

 

About the Author

Bill Runner

 Bill Runner is the author of eleven books in the bestselling Axel Blaze
thriller series. After the resounding success of his debut novel, Blaze

Returns, each subsequent book entered Amazon’s Crime Action Fiction or
Military Thriller charts in the Top 5, with his last five books debuting

at #1. By 2025, combined sales for the series had crossed a quarter of a
million copies.

Before turning to writing, Bill was an investigative reporter—a
background that brings authenticity, depth, and a keen eye for detail to

his stories. His love for classic Westerns and lone ranger heroes profoundly
influenced the creation of Axel Blaze, a character who stands

up against injustice no matter the odds.

Bill is an experienced mountain climber and a lifelong martial arts
student. His extensive physical training and years on the crime beat

help him craft action scenes that are realistic, vivid, and exhilarating. To
learn more about Bill and his books, visit him on Facebook under the name Bill
Runner Author.

 

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by | August 21, 2024 · 5:00 am

Weight of the Kiss Virtual Book Tour

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Military Thriller

Date Published: April 17, 2024

Publisher: MindStir Media

 

 

Bombs, Bullets, and burnt-out vehicles are the order of the day in
Kandahar, Afghanistan. War is afoot and everywhere you turn someone is
hunting you. Follow Reaper-1, the leader of Reaper and Bang squads, as he
takes a tour in Afghanistan. Learn about the military equipment, the
soldiers, and the environment. Reaper-1 will show you plenty of shenanigans,
struggle, and sadness. You will laugh when you read about all the characters
and their stories, you will hurt as they are pinned down in combat, and you
will cry when some of your favorite members are lost to war. Reaper-1 will
walk you through struggles of friendship, combat, and post combat mental
health. Reaper-1 will show you what it means to be alive and the pain of
death. Come take a trip to Afghanistan, once the smoke clears, you’ll be
glad you did.

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CHAPTER ONE

Dirty-K

Fwapp, fwapp, fwapp, fwapp, fwapp. The sound you are hearing is that of my neighbor, the 3-man of my four-member fireteam, masturbating. You see, the walls here in dirty-K are pop-star thin and your neighbors are millimeters away. I am currently trying to go back to sleep but will have to wait thirty seconds or so until things quiet down. I cannot explain to you how important sleep is when you are in a combat zone. Your head must always be on a swivel, as bullets, bombs, and mortar rounds can literally fly right next to your brainbox at any moment. If you are not mentally alert here, you are dead. Anyway, I don’t know why the hell I’m telling you these things. I need to get back to sleep. I have an awfully long day of bullshit tomorrow— much like every day here in the dirty-K. 

Welcome to Kandahar, Afghanistan, known to us as dirty-K. Everything in Kandahar, including the soldiers, is dirty, broken, or so old that ninety percent of it is held together with good old duct tape. We recently got plumbing, but before that we were using a hole in the ground or a port-a-potty. I don’t want to complain about the hole in the ground too much because it is normal operations for Middle Eastern individuals, but it still sucked for me. You have to try to hover over a hole with your pants half down, aim your asshole, and then not shit on your feet—freaking difficult. No thank you, I prefer a normal American–style toilet. I feel like you need to understand just how great we have it now with fresh plumbing. When everything constantly smells like shit, it starts to wear on unit morale. That’s how our life was. Our building smelled like shit, our rooms smelled like shit, our uniforms smelled like shit, and we smelled like shit. People would move two or more tables away from us in the chow hall because of how we smelled—though that might be a perk. We recently got the showers fixed as well, but before that, you just held a water bottle over your head. If you had a really good friend, they may have dumped water on you so you could use both hands to wash faster. If you were a loner, you had to master the art of scrubbing and pouring water on yourself at the same time—a serious challenge for some. There were plenty of people who opted out of taking showers for days at a time due to the pain in the ass it was to accomplish such a trivial task. Staying clean is nearly impossible with all the sand and people crammed into such a small space. After all, thousands of soldiers live within just a couple city blocks. There is mud everywhere. I generally have no clue how there is mud everywhere because it never rains, but I digress. Sand is also everywhere … but then a sandstorm hits and sand really is EVERYWHERE. I have never been to an environment so harsh, to be honest, and this is my tenth deployment. The bottom line is that living in the dirty-K is, well, filthy, and trying to maintain some level of sanitation is a constant struggle.

About the Author

Master Sargent, retired USAF, Derek Whaley hails from Twin Falls, Idaho.
His life purpose are his two children. His son, 9 and his daughter, 15.
Derek served 20 years in the United States Air Force, retiring under
Honorable conditions in 2019. Derek transitioned to social work and earned
his master’s degree from the University of New Hampshire. He interned
with substance abuse disorders in Haverhill, Massachusetts and discovered a
liking to the field and is now a Drug Court Therapist. If you’re ever
looking for Derek, just find people struggling and Derek will be near to
help.

 

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by | June 29, 2024 · 5:00 am

Weight of the Kiss Blitz

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Military Thriller

Date Published: April 17, 2024

Publisher: MindStir Media

 

 

Bombs, Bullets, and burnt-out vehicles are the order of the day in
Kandahar, Afghanistan. War is afoot and everywhere you turn someone is
hunting you. Follow Reaper-1, the leader of Reaper and Bang squads, as he
takes a tour in Afghanistan. Learn about the military equipment, the
soldiers, and the environment. Reaper-1 will show you plenty of shenanigans,
struggle, and sadness. You will laugh when you read about all the characters
and their stories, you will hurt as they are pinned down in combat, and you
will cry when some of your favorite members are lost to war. Reaper-1 will
walk you through struggles of friendship, combat, and post combat mental
health. Reaper-1 will show you what it means to be alive and the pain of
death. Come take a trip to Afghanistan, once the smoke clears, you’ll be
glad you did.

About the Author

Master Sargent, retired USAF, Derek Whaley hails from Twin Falls, Idaho.
His life purpose are his two children. His son, 9 and his daughter, 15.
Derek served 20 years in the United States Air Force, retiring under
Honorable conditions in 2019. Derek transitioned to social work and earned
his master’s degree from the University of New Hampshire. He interned
with substance abuse disorders in Haverhill, Massachusetts and discovered a
liking to the field and is now a Drug Court Therapist. If you’re ever
looking for Derek, just find people struggling and Derek will be near to
help.

 

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by | July 29, 2023 · 5:00 am

Phoenix Rising Blitz

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Action, Adventure, Techno-Thriller, Suspense, Sci-Fi, Military Thriller,
Conspiracy

Date Published: May 2023

 

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Unveiling the latest sensation in the world of Short Form Novels: Phoenix
Rising by Mark T. Wellington!

 

This high-octane, adrenaline-pumping thriller will transport you to the
year 2035, where mind-controlled space-age drones reign supreme, and one
man’s quest to save the world takes an intensely personal turn.

Immerse yourself in the gripping story of Tony Simmons, a fearless Air
Force major with the extraordinary ability to control three of the most
powerful drones ever created – the Devastators. When his family is
kidnapped, and he finds himself betrayed and hunted, Tony is forced to push
his powers to the limit in a desperate race against time.

Phoenix Rising is the perfect embodiment of the Short Form Novel,
delivering a relentless, fast-paced narrative that will keep you on the edge
of your seat from start to finish. Mark T. Wellington masterfully weaves a
tale of suspense, intrigue, and heart-stopping action, combining futuristic
technology and geopolitical complexities with raw, human emotions.

In this compact literary masterpiece, every page is packed with tension,
danger, and unexpected twists, as Tony navigates the treacherous world of
betrayal, espionage, and simmering romantic tension with his colleague,
Adrianne. As the line between reality and fabrication blurs, Tony must
unravel the shocking truth behind the conspiracy that threatens his life and
the safety of his family.

 

Don’t miss out on this exhilarating new addition to the Short Form Novel
revolution! Grab your copy of Phoenix Rising today and join Tony Simmons as
he battles insurmountable odds to save his family and uncover the sinister
truth that lies beneath the surface. Are you ready for the ride of your
life?

 

About the Author

Mark T. Wellington

Mark T. Wellington is a US Air Force Veteran with the Electronic Security
Command who held an SCI/SBI Top Secret clearance—his experience in the
military has given him the tools to tell exciting stories. His expertise in
cyber and electronic warfare, as well as his practices in Krav Maga and
kickboxing, inspired his turbulent and exciting novel, Phoenix Rising.

A citizen of the world, Mark’s passport is a mosaic of global experiences.
He has journeyed from the bustling streets of Istanbul to the steep inclines
of Mount Everest, and from the historic heart of Berlin to the vibrant
culture of Barcelona. Having resided in six different countries, he has
absorbed diverse cultures, engaged with intricate art forms, and navigated
awe-inspiring landscapes.

Despite his technological acumen and AI engineering expertise, he is never
one to be confined within the digital realm. His creativity spills over into
his passion for scuba diving, rock climbing, and racing, each providing
unique inspirations for his storytelling. Moreover, his interests in
cooking, gardening, and painting reveal an individual who fully embraces the
blend of art and science, making his work as varied and colorful as his
life.

With his extensive world travels, deep technical expertise, and unbounded
creativity, Mark is a true renaissance man, promising many more exciting
stories to come.

 

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by | January 3, 2022 · 11:29 am

Bishop’s War Blitz

 

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Bishop Series, Book 1

Thriller, Action-Thriller, Military-Thriller, Crime Thriller

This fast-paced and action-packed suspense thriller introduces us to Special Forces Sergeant John Bishop, decorated war hero, and nephew of crime boss, Gonzalo Valdez.

After returning home from Afghanistan John’s hopes for a peaceful future are quickly shattered when he is catapulted back into the global war on terror through a succession of life-threatening events and corrupt intrigue. He battles against terrorist operatives in New York, a powerful Afghan warlord, and a psychopathic billionaire with powerful White House connections. When John’s uncle gets involved, he proceeds to treat John’s enemies to a bitter taste of mob vengeance. From that point on the ride speeds up and the reader will have to hold on for dear life. This is a thriller not to be matched for intensity and breathless excitement—not for the faint-hearted.

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Bishop’s Law

 

Bishop Series, Book 2

In his debut novel, Bishop’s War, author Rafael Amadeus Hines delivered a knock-out punch! The international bestselling action-thriller introduced us to former US Special Forces Sgt. John Bishop, his Spec Ops team, and John’s crime boss uncle, Gonzalo Valdez, as they united to take on terrorists, contract killers, a psychotic billionaire, and Afghan warlords. In the eagerly anticipated sequel, Bishop’s Law, the nonstop action continues with Bishop and his team battling against ISIS terror cells, a family of Pakistani assassins, and the Russian mob. Hang on for an action-packed and suspense-filled thrill ride! Once again—not for the faint-hearted.

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Rafael Amadeus Hines

Rafael Amadeus Hines is a native New Yorker with Panamanian, Jamaican, and Irish roots, who was born and raised on Manhattan’s Lower East Side. Dipping into his early Alphabet City memories, he loosely based many of the characters in his first novel, Bishop’s War, on the gangsters, cops, and combat veterans he grew up with, and adapted many of his own experiences into the book as well.

Rafael is a former Jazz club owner and restaurateur, and has worked in the financial and energy markets for over twenty years. On 9/11 he watched his office along with all the others in the Twin Towers come crashing down and, like many New Yorkers on that day, he anticipated follow up attacks to take place throughout the city. Years later he envisioned a lone citizen soldier preventing these attacks and the hero Sgt. John Bishop appeared on paper.

Rafael is the father of three and still lives in the New York neighborhood where he grew up. A voracious reader of suspense thrillers, his writing career was inspired by legendary artist-authors Elmore Leonard, Vince Flynn, John Sandford, Stephen Hunter, Walter Mosley, James Lee Burke, and Tom Clancy. He is currently working on the third novel in the Bishop series.

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