Delighted to welcome Dan Antion to the bookshelf with his debut novel Knuckleheads: Dreamer’s Alliance Book 1 with book 2 available shortly.
About the book
I am delighted to rate this book –five stars. I spent a good part of a Saturday enjoying its well-thought-out chapters from cover to cover. Below are the reasons for my five-star rating.In Knuckleheads, the first in the series: Dreamer’s Alliance, author Dan Antion prepares the reader for the prism through which the light of many other books in this series will gleam. Knuckleheads is a journey through the world of the two boys as they grapple with the challenges of those labels concomitant with their special giftings. Giftings that few around them understand; including the boys themselves.
The book chronicles the boys’ individual struggles from childhood to adulthood with a view to explaining their often rocky friendship. Particular attention was paid to the traumas of the boys’ childhood and to those people, places, and events that shaped their trajectory into adulthood.
The story is told from the beautifully crafted and heartwarming perspective of one of the boys (now an adult) sharing his life story with his daughter over a cup of coffee.
The trials the two main characters endured I found to be a relatable and often poignant commentary on society’s influence on its youth, the devastating effects of bullying, and the marginalization of children whose giftings do not comfortably fit society’s crisp labels.
Knuckleheads was successful in its premise, its storytelling, and its character development. Therefore, I believe that his first book sets the reader up comfortably to consume later offerings in the Dreamers’ Alliance series. I look forward to the next book in this series.
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About Dan Antion
Dan Antion was born outside of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He grew up and attended college in the area around western Pennsylvania. Dan has written and published the popular No Facilities blog since 2011. A lifelong interest in writing became a reality after he retired from a successful 42-year-long career in information management.
Knuckleheads, published in June 2022, is the first book in the Dreamer’s Alliance Series. This story introduces the main characters in this series, in which the next two books will follow in late summer and early winter 2022.
Dan lives in Connecticut with his wife, a few pets and all the wildlife they can feed.
Thanks for dropping in today and it would be much appreciated if you could spread the news about Dan’s book.. Thanks Sally.
This sounds excellent, starting with the title, the blurb. Thanks for sharing.
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Thanks very much Jacqui.. xx
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Thanks Jacqui. I went through about eight different title ideas before settling on this. I feel like I made a good choice.
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Available NOW – See full details on Sally’s original blog post 😃
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Thanks very much for sharing Chris..♥
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🤗❤️🤗
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Thanks for sharing this wonderful post, Chris!
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You’re welcome, Dan 👍😃
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I read Knuckleheads and enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing, Sally, and congratulations to Dan.
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Thanks for adding your recommendation for the book John.. hugsx
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Thanks for the comment, John and for your reviews and social media help.
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Congratulations to Dan on this new release and great review! Wishing him every success! Thanks for sharing, Sally. Hugs 💕🙂
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Thanks Harmony. I was delighted when Sally shared this.
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Love the premise of this books and have seen quite a few lovely reviews for Dan’s book. Congrats to Dan, and this book is on my reading list. ❤
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Wonderful thanks Debby and definitely a popular read. ♥
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I can see why ❤
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Thanks Debby. I am happy to be on your list.
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Looking forward to it Dan 🙂
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Thank you, Sally, for featuring Dan today. I loved Knuckleheads and look forward to the next book in the series. Congratulations, Dan! 🎉
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Wonderful thanks Gwen for adding your boost for the book.. looking forward to showcasing book two soon.. ♥
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Thanks so much Gwen for your support. I am happy that you enjoyed the book. I hope you enjoy the next one.
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Hi Sally, It is great to see Dan here with his book. I really enjoyed it.
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Thanks for adding your recommendation Robbie.. hugsx
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Thanks Robbie. I appreciate your support very much.
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A big congratulations to Dan on the stellar review!
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Thanks Liz..xx
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You’re welcome, Sally.
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Thanks Liz. I am delighted with Sally’s review and support.
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You’re welcome, Dan. The book is getting some really good buzz.
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Wonderful review Sally! Congrats to Dan, looking forward to reading this one. 💕C
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Wonderful thanks Cheryl.. ♥
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Thanks Cheryl.I am so happy with Sally’s review. I love the support.
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An excellent review, Sally! Loved Knuckleheads!
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Thanks for adding your recommendation Rebecca ♥
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Thanks Rebecca. I am delighted with Sally’s review.. I appreciate her support and yours, and I’m thrilled you enjoyed the book.
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Sally is truly remarkable. I am in awe of her support and encouragement of the writing community.
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Thanks very much Rebecca happy to support in the same way others support me…♥
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I’m following my long-held tradition of bypassing others’ reviews on books waiting on my Kindle. I like to come back afterward and compare notes to avoid being influenced by others.
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We all find a way that works best for us. I try to find reviews that don’t give away too many spoilers as I know what you mean about too much information…xxx
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I try to do that as well, Pete. Although, sometimes, a review leads me to buying a book I wouldn’t have otherwise considered. But if it’s in my TBR pile, I try to avoid reading reviews. Thanks for having it on your list.
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Sounds like a good book with lots of recommendations.
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Definitely being given great feedback Sue..hugsx
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I liked the video too
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Thanks for the comment, Sue. I am so happy with the people like Sally who have helped promote this first attempt.
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Reblogged this on NEW BLOG HERE >> https:/BOOKS.ESLARN-NET.DE.
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Thanks for sharing this on your blog!
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Thanks for sharing Michael..hugsx
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🙏🏼 Always with a great pleasure, and also many thanks back, Sally! Enjoy your weekend! xx Michael 🙏🏼
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You too Michael.. don’t work too hard.. hugsx
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Sounds very interesting, and as it’s the first book of two, i should hurry up to read. Thanks for the information, Sally! hugsx Michael
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It’s actually the first book of a series with three books scheduled for publication this year. Book-2 will be out near the end of this month and the 3rd book will be out in late November.
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Thanks for the information, Dan! So i really have to hurry up. Enjoy a good weekend! xx Michael
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Wonderful review!
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Thanks Jennie. I am so glad Sally posted this.
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You’re welcome, Dan. Well deserved!
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Thanks Jennie..hugsx
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You’re welcome, Sally!
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It’s great to see Dan’s debut book on the shelves, Sally. It was a fun read, and I’m looking forward to the next one. 🙂
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Thanks very much Diana for adding your recommendation..♥
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Thanks for your comment Diana. I really appreciate all the support I’ve been getting.
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My pleasure.
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The concept behind this one is intriguing and enticing! It’s on my radar now! ♥♥
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Wonderful thanks Alex ♥
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I’m so happy to hear that, Alex.
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I’ve read that Dan is soon to publish the second book in the series as well, and I wish him the best of luck with both and all of his future projects.
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Thanks Olga. ♥
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Thanks Olga. Yes, I hope to put the second book out around the end of this month.
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