Books
Velocity Girl and Xuan Hu
In 2005, Jon Klement’s Author debut was this book right here: Velocity Girl’s origin story. She meets her mentor, Xian Hu, the Grey Fox and starts her costumed heroine career.
Velocity Girl and Xuan Hu: Ready to Rumble
In “Ready to Rumble”, Velocity Girl has more experience than before and meets some new Smerdiverse characters in this exciting sequel.
Velocity Girl and Xuan Hu: Shadows of Destiny
“Shadows of Destiny” is the third novelized adventure of Velocity Girl. If you’re tired of what DC and Marvel have done to their super-hero universes, try out the Smerdiverse. This book is the first appearance of Smerd in the Smerdiverse.
Smerd’s Book Of ABC’s
“Smerd’s Book of ABC’s” was nominated for the Golden Duck Award in 2007. Take a tour of Smerd’s pocket dimension and see his dragon treasures from A to Z.
Smerd’s Book of Shapes and Colors
In the follow-up to “Smerd’s Books of ABC’s”, Smerd’s fellow p’ckit dragons get introduced, including his girlfriend Roxie.
The Trouble with Trulks
Today’s Smerdiverse Enterainment product of the day is “The Trouble with Trulks”. This was Jon Klement’s first foray into authoring fantasy instead of the comic book hero genre.
Metahumans vs. Werewolves
“Metahumans vs. Werewolves” is an anthology with a Jon Klement official Smerdiverse Heroes story, “The Skinchanger”, written with Native American cultural consultation by Windsong Levitch to make a true skin walker character rather than a pop culture stereotype werewolf. The result puts the costumed heroes of the Smerdiverse in a race against time to save a young girl.
Dreams of Steam 2: Brass and Bolts
This steampunk anthology contains the first ever Dixie Sargent story. Dixie Sargent is a character named after and inspired by the author’s mother who would tell stories of growing up on a farm in Iowa as a little girl in the days before electricity made it that far out into the country to reach her father’s (the author’s grandfather’s) farm. Meet Dixie in this, her first story, before she has her further adventures in “Dixie Sargent and the Aluminum Grass Fields of Venus”, to be released in 2024. “Dixie Sargent and the Aluminum Grass Fields of Venus” was originally intended to be set in the steampunk version of our solar system inspired by Terry Sofian’s “Hive, Queen, & Country” Space 1899-genre universe before Terry’s passing in 2020. Terry is deeply missed.
The Divorvced Dad’s Dojo, Volume 1
If you’ve found yourself in the trenches of divorce court, facing battles you never imagined, this book is your guide through the chaos. “Divorced Dad’s Dojo” isn’t for those with “amicable” divorces, but for the warriors like yourself, fighting tooth and nail for your rights and your children.
In the opening chapter, the author, a divorced dad who once found himself homeless due to the unforgiving nature of family court, shares his harrowing journey. From bankruptcy to facing blame from the justice system, his story is one of survival against overwhelming odds. Yet through it all, he discovered the strength to persevere and now stands as a beacon of hope for others facing similar trials.
Drawing from personal experience and hard-won wisdom, the author presents the 12 Principles of the Divorced Dad’s Dojo. Each principle is a vital tool in your arsenal, honed through the crucible of his own experiences. From maintaining your sanity to safeguarding your children, this book offers practical advice and unwavering support.
The Rabbit Runner Revolution
“The Rabbit Runner Revolution: A Beginner’s Guide to Raising Meat Rabbits for Food Independence” is a comprehensive manual tailored for both novices and seasoned homesteaders seeking to venture into rabbit meat production. Authored by a seasoned science educator turned rabbit enthusiast, this book offers a personal account of the author’s journey into rabbit farming intertwined with practical advice and expert insights.
The narrative kicks off with an endearing anecdote about the author’s wife, Anita, and her remarkable affinity for animals, setting the stage for their unexpected foray into rabbit farming. As the story unfolds, readers are drawn into the fascinating world of raising rabbits for meat, peppered with humorous anecdotes and valuable lessons learned along the way.
The first chapter, “How We Started Raising Rabbits,” chronicles the author’s initial ignorance about rabbit husbandry and the unforeseen challenges that ensued after acquiring their first pair of rabbits. Through candid storytelling, readers are introduced to the author’s transformation from a skeptic to a passionate advocate for rabbit meat production.
Subsequent chapters delve into the practical aspects of rabbit farming, covering topics such as the rise of rabbit meat production, the benefits of rabbit meat, and essential considerations for establishing a successful rabbitry. From selecting the right breed to managing breeding programs and ensuring proper nutrition and healthcare, the book offers a comprehensive guide to every facet of rabbit meat production.
With a blend of personal anecdotes, expert advice, and practical tips, “The Rabbit Runner Revolution” equips readers with the knowledge and confidence to embark on their own journey into rabbit farming. Whether you’re a novice homesteader or a seasoned farmer, this book is your indispensable companion to achieving food independence and reaping the rewards of sustainable meat production. Join the revolution and discover the joys of raising rabbits for meat on your homestead!
Don Espino de la Rosa and the Dinos of Dreadcastle
–A Kindle Vella Serialized Story–
Don Espino de la Rosa and Deldric Rumble are the fantasy RPG characters that my sons played growing up. These adventures are based on their characters and the gaming table we enjoyed together for years. If you enjoy fantasy gaming adventures, this is for you. Proceeds from this book go to the Hearts of the Fathers Foundation, ministry dedicated to reuniting families devastated by Parental Alienation.
Diary of a Sex Robot
–A Kindle Vella Serialized Story–
Tina is the first fully functional prototype relationship/sex android produced by the Konishi Corporation. When Jack Mercer wins her in Konishi’s Find Forever Love Contest, to prove to the world that true love can be found with their technology, Tina begins learning about humans, the good and the bad. She soon discovers that there is something very different about the other sex robots that were produced after her, something very different, maybe even something sinister. “Diary of a Sex Robot” examines how AI is changing our society’s concepts of relationships. It also explores how disconnected from each other men and women have become in our society and what it might take to restore wholeness. All this with a dash of apocalyptic dystopianism thrown in.
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The New Adventures of Velocity Girl and Smerd the P’ckit Dragon: Brave New World
–A Kindle Vella Serialized Story–
Smerd and Velocity Girl from the 2000’s super-hero novels by Jon Klement are back! Time has passed. Mary (aka Velocity Girl) is a mom now. Smerd is….well, still Smerd.
Schoolmarm Dixie Sargent and the Aluminum Grass Fields of Venus
–A Kindle Vella Serialized Story–
Dixie Sargent is the author’s mother’s maiden name . The character is based on stories of her growing up on my grandpa’s farm in Iowa in the 1950’s, before his farm had electricity. This book was to be launched before the untimely death of Terry Sofian in 2020 and was intended to be a piece of his Hive, Queen, & Country Victorian universe. Dedicated to the memory of Terry Sofian. He was a true friend. Little House on the Prairie meets Space 1889 meets Indiana Jones meets Tomb Raider.
Tales of Ishi Mishimoto and the Inch High Samurai
–A Kindle Vella Serialized Story–
Ishi Mishimoto, though high-born to a clan of samurai blood, had several older brothers ahead of him who would be the ones, not him, to have to worry about the responsibility of the future, or so he thought. When a his maternal grandfather’s will arrives from the far isle of Wayan, appointing Ishi the inheritor of his maternal grandfather’s estate and title, Ishi leaves home to do the one thing he never wanted to do, to be a samurai. In his journeys, he meets a very small, very special ally.
This book, like “Don Espino de la Rosa and the Dinos of Dreadcastle” is based on the author’s home fantasy RPG table adventures.