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I’m Bob McCrillis. I write novels and short stories with a touch of adventure and a little bit of humor. My current projects are centered on the life experiences of Paddy Meecham, the Intersections series.

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You might also be interested in what I’m calling the Ray Bradbury Challenge. Mr. Bradbury advised a writer to “Write a short story every week for a year. No one can write 52 bad short stories in a row.” I'm now on week 18 and plan to get a follow up collection to Puckerbrush out of it.

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INTERSECTIONS. Patrick (“Paddy”) Meecham went to fight for his country in Viet Nam. He came home after two combat tours with a Silver Star, a Purple Heart with an Oak Leaf, and some serious questions. Fifteen years later, he has learned to keep his PTSD locked in a dark room and keep the dreams at bay with alcohol. The counselor at the VA told him that over time Paddy would adjust to civilian life – he’s still waiting. More importantly, he’s searching for a mission that’s worthy of the suffering he’s undergone.