The term “literature” covers a lot of ground. Ordinarily, literature is thought to be writing that has appealed to a large number of readers over a long period of time. So-called “classic” literature is sometimes measured according to four criteria: … Read More
So… having published one novel, I began examining possible scenarios for the sequel. As a SEAL, and as an academic, I had developed a keen interest in terrorism (and some expertise in counter terrorism). I thought my characters would be … Read More
Writer’s Blog, Part I I wanted to write… about writing. This is not an esoteric subject; everyone writes in one way or another. Especially now, with email and social media, most people spend a lot of time at the keyboard. … Read More
The Contested Concept of Terrorism Paul Shemella is a retired Captain of the U.S. Navy SEAL who dedicated most of his military service to planning and executing counter-terrorism operations in regions like Latin America and Europe. Over the last decade, … Read More
As the world progresses, literature also becomes more diverse and daring. To be clear, literature has always been bold. It has been an avenue for social commentaries, propagandas, and even revolutions. However, what distinguishes new literature from the old one … Read More