Location: Canada
Member Since: Jan. 06, 2012

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Shaun J. McLaughlin

Biography

Shaun J. McLaughlin has published two history books on the Patriot War of 1838 and two historical fiction novels: the award-winning novel, Counter Currents and its sequel, Dark Southern Sun. All books are available as ebooks and paperbacks. Shaun recently signed a publishing agreement for a third history book--a biography of Bill Johnston, the Thousand Islands legend. Shaun maintains two history blogs: one on the Patriot War and other 19-century Canadian/American border clashes (Raiders and Rebels); and, one on Bill Johnston (a.k.a. Pirate Bill Johnston). A researcher, journalist and technical writer for over thirty years, with a master’s degree in journalism, Shaun lives on a hobby farm in Eastern Ontario. Now a semiretired freelance writer, he focuses on fiction and nonfiction writing projects.

Where to find Shaun J. McLaughlin online

Website: http://www.raidersandrebelspress.com
Twitter: @smclaugh4
Facebook: Facebook profile
Blog: http://www.raidersandrebels.com

Where to buy in print

http://www.amazon.com/Shaun-J.-McLaughlin/e/B006X01QZO

Series

Ryan's Journey by
Born in Ireland in the early 19th century, the fates cast Ryan adrift into a world and life of turmoil. While his heart’s desire is to settle and raise a family, that goal eludes him. His own principles, the currents of history and the will of others—people of both high ambition and men of malevolent intent—place detours, temptations and perils before him. War, rebellion, and assassination all threaten his life. Powerful friendships and fleeting glimpses of love make his life worth living and give him the strength to carry on.
Counter Currents
Price: $2.99 USD.
Dark Southern Sun
Price: $2.99 USD.

Books

Dark Southern Sun by
Series: Ryan's Journey. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 101,870. Language: English. Published: March 1, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » Australia & New Zealand, Fiction » Adventure » Action
Ryan washes up on the Australian coast near death in 1845. Over 10 years, he witnesses the ruin of the Aboriginal people, the chaos of the world’s largest gold rush and a bloody armed uprising. Two very different women tug at Ryan’s heart as he struggles from penury to prosperity. As he succeeds in business and rises in social esteem, Ryan creates two bitter enemies who set out to destroy him.
Ring Theory by
Price: Free! Words: 2,070. Language: English. Published: September 8, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Literature » Literary
(4.00 from 2 reviews)
One spring day, while hoeing a neglected country garden, a new-from-the-city hobby farmer finds an engagement ring encircling the green finger of an emerging asparagus shoot. This rural tale--at times whimsical, and at times poignant--presents some of the theories on how the ring got there, while tracing the evolution of family.
Islands of Love and War by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 95,020. Language: English. Published: July 27, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » USA, Fiction » Romance » Action/adventure
Ryan, 18, arrives alone in the New World and blunders into the chaos of the 1838 Patriot War. Circumstances drive him into a web of piracy, secret societies and rebellion. He meets and falls for a smuggler's daughter, Kate. Tugged by the opposing currents of romance and war, Ryan struggles to reconcile his family history, his duty and his heart. Granted The IndiePENdents Seal No. 10012229
Counter Currents by
Series: Ryan's Journey. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 102,200. Language: English. Published: January 9, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » USA, Fiction » Historical » Canada
Ryan, 19, arrives alone in the New World looking for a fresh start. He blunders into the chaos of the 1838 Patriot War. Circumstances drive him into a web of piracy, secret societies and rebellion. He meets and falls for a smuggler's daughter, Kate. Tugged by the opposing currents of romance and war, Ryan struggles to reconcile his family history, his duty and his heart, while avoiding the noose.

Shaun J. McLaughlin's tag cloud

aboriginal australia    action    adventure    american historical fiction    american history fiction    australia    canada historical fiction    canadian history fiction    country tale    fiction action young adult    fiction literature    fiction short stories    fiction teen ya    gold rush    historical    historical 19th century    historical fiction    patriot war    rebellion    short story    thriller    war    young adult 13 and up    young adult historical fiction   

Smashwords book reviews by Shaun J. McLaughlin

  • Lily's Story on Aug. 26, 2013

    Lily’s Story follows the life of a pioneer woman from childhood to dotage. Born on a rough hewn farm in Southwest Ontario in 1840, she witnesses over her long life the end of the old-growth forest, the disappearance of the natives, escaped slaves arriving on the Underground Railroad, the coming of steam trains, the discovery of oil, the birth of Canada, economic prosperity and depression, and several wars that claim men in her family. Gutteridge has blended superbly researched history with lyrical literary fiction to create an intriguing tale of the sorrows, sacrifices and joys of Lily’s entangled life. Lily’s Story is part history and part fable, with historical personages and a bizarre gallery of local characters. It is one of the few historical fiction books that includes a bibliography—just so you know the history part is not made up. It is a long book at 287,950 words and not designed for anyone with a short attention span. It is a long read and worth every minute.