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  • Rough Drafts Podcast Episode 0- Introduction

    Rough Drafts Podcast Episode 0- Introduction
    Oct 4 2023
    Hi. This is R. J. Alan and you’re listening to Rough Drafts. This podcast is the place to get early access to my novels and short fiction before they’re published. Before we get to the story, let me tell you a bit about my writing and about this podcast. Like me, my writing has a Christian worldview. I say that in case some of you might be offended by references to God or to the Bible. If that’s you, I hope like me, you can enjoy a great story even if told from a viewpoint you don’t share, and I really hope you listen, anyway. Just don’t say I didn’t warn you. The novels presented in this podcast are not final, edited, or polished works of fiction. They are, as the title of the show suggests, rough drafts. Works in progress. So why do I publish them before they’re complete? The answer to that question can be answered in one word. You. I want to share my work with you. I want to know if you enjoy it, and if not, why not? I want your feedback, to help me make the stories the best they can be. And last, I need you to spread the word about my books so they can find other people who might enjoy them, people whose lives might be impacted in a positive way by them. I write my stories because this is the kind of fiction I wanted more of, but couldn’t find it, so now I hope you’ll help other people like me, people looking for these stories, to find them. I’d appreciate your feedback. You can contact me through my website at rjalan.com. There you can leave a comment on blog posts, send me an email, or even a voicemail. Tell me what you think of the books, and while you’re there, sign up for the newsletter. I won’t spam you with unwanted comment, but you will be notified when there are new posts, when books release, and when we have special offers available only to subscribers. Finally, a word about the podcast. These are not professionally produced audiobooks. This is just me, talking to you from my office, the second-story bedroom of an old farmhouse. You’ll probably hear my wife calling me, the dogs barking, or the roosters crowing. I hope you love them, anyway. Head over to my website at rjalan.com, and thanks for being here. R. J. Alan
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    3 min
  • S1:Ep1 Book 1: Chapter One

    S1:Ep1 Book 1: Chapter One
    Oct 13 2023

    Author R. J. Alan presents:

    The first installment of Book 1

    A Dystopian epic novel

    Father Curtis, priest of the Order of the Eternal, thought he could continue his quiet life, hiding in his peaceful corner of Republic, remaining beyond the notice of the high and powerful.

    He had been wrong.
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    15 min
  • S1: Ep2 Book 1: Chapter 2

    S1: Ep2 Book 1: Chapter 2
    Oct 20 2023

    Book 1

    Chapter 2

    A Dystopian epic novel

    For Leif and Lars, the most important thing in life is to save their family business. Does hard work and faithful service really pay off in the end?

    Always?

    Even when murder is added to the mix?
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    27 min
  • S1:Ep3 Book 1: Chapter 3 Part 1

    S1:Ep3 Book 1: Chapter 3 Part 1
    Oct 27 2023

    Author R. J. Alan presents:

    Book 1

    Chapter 3 Part 1

    A Christian Dystopian epic novel

    When Father Curtis’s life-long mentor offers not solutions, but only troubling questions, where is he to go for the important answers?
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    23 min
  • S1:Ep4 Book 1: Chapter 3 Part 2

    S1:Ep4 Book 1: Chapter 3 Part 2
    Nov 3 2023

    Author R. J. Alan presents:

    Book 1

    Chapter 3 Part 2

    A Christian Dystopian epic novel

    A life lived in ministerial service is poor preparation when Father Curtis is abruptly thrust into the world of spy craft.
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    28 min
  • S1:Ep5 Book 1: Chapter 4

    S1:Ep5 Book 1: Chapter 4
    Nov 10 2023

    Book 1

    Chapter 4

    A Christian Dystopian epic novel

    Leif and Lars struggle as their family business is threatened, and who are these mysterious men creeping around town?
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    33 min
  • S1: Ep6 Book 1: Chapter 5

    S1: Ep6 Book 1: Chapter 5
    Nov 17 2023

    Book 1:

    Chapter 5

    A Christian Dystopian epic novel

    How can Leif stop his marriage from spiraling out of control? What is he to do about the escalating work conflict with his dad? And what is the meaning of Father Curtis’s new and disturbing dreams?
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    21 min
  • S1:Ep7 Thanksgiving 2023

    S1:Ep7 Thanksgiving 2023
    Nov 24 2023

    Praying that you all have a Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving!

    Take time to remember all He has blessed you with, and to give thanks!
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    1 min