Category: Oklahoma

• ENTER TO WIN: Free Audio Copy of The Edge of Nowhere

  

      Today I am beyond excited!  Tuesdays are traditionally the day that authors release new novels to the public.  While I don’t have a new NOVEL to release at this time, I do have an announcement about the AUDIO version of my novel, The Edge of Nowhere!  Not only is it here, but the…

  C.H. Armstrong

  June 7, 2016

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• The El Reno Super Tornado: 3 Year Anniversary

  There are some events that are so horrific — so real — that they live on in your mind forever.  The shooting and subsequent death of JFK, the Oklahoma City Bombing, and the day our nation came under attack by terrorists on 9/11.  For me, there are a couple more major events I’d add to…

  C.H. Armstrong

  May 31, 2016

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• April 19, 1995: Oklahoma’s Loss of Innocence

  

  “We come here to remember Those who were killed, those who survived and those changed forever. May all who leave here know the impact of violence. May this memorial offer comfort, strength, peace, hope and serenity.” ~ Inscription at the gate to the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum Most people say they’ll never forget where they were…

  C.H. Armstrong

  April 19, 2016

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• Black Sunday: The Storm That Gave The Dust Bowl Its Name

  

  Read an excerpt from The Edge of Nowhere on this 81st Anniversary of Black Sunday and the storm that gave The Dust Bowl its name.

  C.H. Armstrong

  April 14, 2016

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• A Heartfelt Thanks!

  In two days I leave for my Oklahoma Book Tour!  I can’t begin to tell y’all how excited I am to be home, visiting my old stomping grounds and the places that have meaning to me.  Before I go, though, I want to take a minute to give a very heartfelt thanks to the many…

  C.H. Armstrong

  March 30, 2016

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• Easter Eggs (Part 6) in The Edge of Nowhere

  

  More Images of the homes and landmarks in and around El Reno, Oklahoma that inspired The Edge of Nowhere

  C.H. Armstrong

  March 17, 2016

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• Part 3: “Easter Eggs” in The Edge of Nowhere”

  

  Over the last several days, I’ve brought to you inside information related to The Edge of  Nowhere.  I’ve talked about the “Easter Eggs” I’ve left for a few friends, as well as the inspiration behind a few of the characters.  Today I’d like to continue this train of thought and talk more about the naming…

  C.H. Armstrong

  February 26, 2016

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• Part 2 of “Easter Eggs” in The Edge of Nowhere

  

  Part 2 of “Easter Eggs” in The Edge of Nowhere. Find out tidbits about the development of Will Harrison’s character

  C.H. Armstrong

  February 24, 2016

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• “Easter Eggs” in The Edge of Nowhere (Part One)

  

  The Edge of Nowhere contains several “Easter Eggs” as tribute to the people and places that are important to me. Find out who/what they are (Part One).

  C.H. Armstrong

  February 23, 2016

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• We Have a Winner: Valentines Day Flash Giveaway

  

  And the winner for the Valentine’s Day Flash Giveaway is….

  C.H. Armstrong

  February 17, 2016

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