Introducing As Seen In Japan!

Hi everyone,

I’m proud to announce that my wife and I have started a new blog! It’s called As Seen In Japan, and the concept is very simple: we take pictures of stuff we see in Japan, and explain it to you, the non-Japanese!

Tetsujin says “Hello!”

Sometimes it’s food, like this fancy cake:

Did you know the Japanese eat cake on Christmas?

Sometimes it’s clothing, like this sweatshirt:

Clever.

And sometimes it’s just random stuff we see, like this book, titled “Who Pooped?”

I suspect the bird.

If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about Japan, or simply want a few laughs, come on by and check out our adventures on As Seen In Japan! Thanks!

If we’re being honest, it’s mostly pictures of food.

New Site For Middle Grade Books

Hey everyone,

I've been clued in to a new site for young readers. It's called Just Middle Grade, and is exclusively for titles in this age range, making it perfect for kids or parents struggling to find good books for their reading level. I remember being in 4th-6th grade, and finding books I liked was a challenge. The books we read in school were too simple, and the books I read on my own were either aimed at adults or were over 100 years old. This site helps you find contemporary titles you might not have heard of that fit the Middle Grade genre.

If you're looking for something to read with your kids, or hearing complaints that everything they read is too easy or too difficult, give this site a try. I've added my book to the listings, so check it out!

Troublemakers on Just Middle Grade

Troublemakers a #1 New Release on Amazon!

It’s true! Notice I didn't say it “is” a #1 New Release, since by the time I got this news posted, the book had already been out for more than a month, but whatever! My new book, Troublemakers, which you’ve of course read and loved, got enough traction to be listed as a #1 New Release. I can prove it! Look!

Surely this can’t be faked, or I would have done it with my last book.

And what’s more: after a couple weeks passed, the distinction appeared again!

My millions should be arriving any day now. Thanks to everyone who has bought the book. If you haven’t, get on it; if you’ve bought it, please read it; if you’ve read it, please write a review and tell your friends! I sincerely appreciate everyone who takes the time to read my stuff, so big thanks for your support.

GMP