THE MAC LOGAN CERTIFICATION TO THRILL PRESENTS:

 THE EXPENDABLE PI GETS  IT'S VERY FIRST JIGSAW PUZZLE.   

IT'S HALLOWEEN AND IT'S BLACK HISTORY MONTH. AND THINGS ARE JUST GETTING STARTED. 

HALLO EVERYONE,

I hope this piece meets you in good spirits. I can't believe its almost December and the weather is becoming somewhat unbearable in my humble opinion. These days there are dark skies and it is dreary, wet and extremely cold and this gives an indication there is cold weather coming and that means winter is making its come back real soon. We are currently in Autumn. But, it sure does feel like we are in the winter season.

I went to meet a friend somewhere in Tottenham. I'm not going to mention names. She's a good woman and a brilliant children's author. She also writes books for adults too.  Anyway, we met at a local eatery and guess what? After exchanging pleasantries she gave me a present wrapped in a brown envelope. It was a copy of my second mystery thriller SHADES OF FALCON: THE CROOKED DEAL VOL 2 but, now designed as a jigsaw puzzle. I just couldn't believe it! 

I didn't know you could design a book cover as a jigsaw puzzle. Amazing! My friend's present was just a reminder these days anything is possible especially with the advent of artificial intelligence and technology.

I'm now working on my fourth manuscript. And I'll talk about that another time. However, I choose to digress a little bit in order to bring up a few things that happened at the Black History month celebrations.  

Anyway, there were lessons to be learnt at the Black History month event I attended on the 31st of October 2025. And, one of them was always be prepared. 

I was invited to do a short talk on my writing journey and self-publishing at my friend's BHM 2025 event which took place at the Angel Community Centre in Edmonton . 

I wasn't really prepared to do anything because I had come to promote my work as a pop up artiste and enjoy the squalor of the occasion. But, there I was dragged along to do this talk which I thoroughly enjoyed because of the questions and the process. 

There were three slots in this showcase. The first two slots were obviously jam packed with verve and information. A lesson in Black History took the first slot and then a Reggae choral group sang their hearts out because it was coincidentally Bob Marley Day.  So, after all that I had to come up with an amazing plan to keep the audience agog with expectation again and it worked perfectly. Thanks to the host of the hour and my esteemed friend (whose name I will not mention).

The Quotes for this particular event were thus: 

Franklin Thomas- 'one day our descendants will think it incredible that we paid attention to things like the amount of melanin in our skin or the shape of our eyes or our gender instead of the unique identities of each of us  as complex  human beings'. AND

Michelle Obama-History has shown us courage can be contagious, and hope can take on a life of its own.

All in all it was a very good event because I sold my books and promoted my work and I got to learn so much about my Black History. The audience who asked me questions got to learn what it took to be a self-published author in this day and age and walked away from the event with the ideal nature of the self-published author's unique work ethic. 

STAY SAFE!

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ACCEPT WHO YOU ARE!

Hello Everyone

The Mac Logan Certification  to Thrill acknowledges Nigeria's Independence Day. Nigeria is now 65 years of age since it let go of  Britain's colonial rule. That's no small feat. Ever since that happened there have been changes, challenges, adaptations and that Nigerian grind to survive in the country  no matter what. 

For instance, the Nollywood Industry has dramatically  undergone a great change from when it first started. They've practically joined the streaming bandwagon and have followed in the footsteps of tv and film conglomerates to make their name heard and seen on such streaming networks like Netflix. And they keep coming up with new concepts to renovate the industry.

I'm sure with the advent of Social media and the Internet these days there have equally been numerous changes in the book industry over there as well.  And a good number of charities and NGOs are jumping on board to promote short stories, different genres, non fiction books to develop communities, creative writing workshops and the list goes on. But, I guess that's how you develop yourself  and become number one so.....

ACCEPT WHO YOU ARE AND THE REST WILL FOLLOW

I hope this piece  really finds you all well. 

It's been a long while. However, there are reasons for not making contact. And one of them is simply because my attention  has been steered in other creative directions. 

One of them being to develop and write the newest gripping EXPENDABLE PI thriller.  However, when saying all that I almost jumped out of my skin  when someone I knew stopped me yesterday on the street as I was going to a scheduled meeting and asked politely, when was I going to bring back the man called JARRETT? 

That really made me laugh. It also made me think. And then I came to the conclusion that I must set my standards high. I must learn to sell my products to readers who've become hardcore fans. I know there are readers around the world and more importantly, people who belong to the digital community  who may want to network with my unique brand .

 Therefore developing  a roadmap for success to take me through certain channels in order to sell my work is now a core factor. I have to remind myself sometimes that I am a self publishing advocate and a local crime thriller author who chose to take up the pop up model route to sell my work. There have been no regrets whatsoever doing that.

RESEARCH AND  KNOWLEDGE AND EMPOWERMENT are the key words to manifest my publishing dreams and aspirations so what are you waiting for? Jump on the bandwagon of LOVE AND INSPIRATION and become that champion that forges ahead no matter what. Remember never take what you do for granted. And, remember there are a thousand and one ways of making your voice or your writing showcased via the Self Publishing space.  

STAY SAFE! 

 

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I AM A BRIT-NIGERIAN, BUT, THE LATE GREAT HULK HOGAN WAS TRULY A REAL AMERICAN

Hello Everyone,

I hope you're all enjoying the Summer holidays, 

My condolences go to the family of the late great Terry Bollea AKA the Immortal Hulk Hogan- the leader of HULKAMANIA. 

I must say he made a believer out of me, Hulk wasn't really my favourite wrestler. Bret 'the hit man' was. But without Hulk there wouldn't be the likes of the Hitman in the first place, This was because Hulk was the embodiment of the sports entertainment Industry he helped to create with Vince McMahon, 

Hulk Hogan was also a larger than life character who transcended into other things, 

For instance he was the very foundation of wrestling as a sport, he was hugely popular as a cultural icon. He was a film star and a celebrity super star who out grew  his household name status and in my humble opinion was America's true flag bearer. Hulk had the Midas touch and everything he did or touched changed into gold instantly. He had few equals in the wrestling ring. And he was even a better man outside the squared circle. He was the epitome of motivation and hope and faith, In other words he was the manifestation of great inspiration.  But, he was still a human being who was flawed. He made mistakes, But, who doesn't? I'm sure everyone does.

So, what are you going to do when HULKAMANIA runs wild on you? I believe HULKAMANIA will live forever. And I have my reasons for saying so. But, I guess all that has nothing to do with knowing that a great man and a generational talent has passed on,

Now what has all this got to do with my crime fiction thriller writing? 

I am a local crime fiction thriller writer with an international appeal. And I have always interjected mystery writing and espionage in my gritty seedy stories. I have two books out by BIS Publications titled Snake Amongst Shadows(2014) and Shades of Falcon: The Crooked Deal Vol 2 (2024).  There will be more stories in the pipeline and collaborations that are connected with my pitching service,  my CE Adventure writing workshops and more importantly my merchandise pack. 

These projects will be manifested in time and will touch a chord. And that's where great storytelling in the  EXPENDABLE PI series will take to the fore. In other words everyone will relate to each story that I tell as a published paperback novel. It is the purest form of what I do and how I showcase my work to the world.

Hulk Hogan was a true professional and a consummate performer with his work in the entertainment industry. Well, I'm just a Brit-Nigerian with no axe to grind and nothing to lose except my pride as a self published author and Trainer.  

I emulate perfection with my stories and the late great Terry G. Bollea AKA Hulk Hogan was that for me simply because he was flawed and still stayed the best as a REAL AMERICAN.

REMEMBER the Rattlesnake's work is not done. He will RETURN.

STAY SAFE! 

 

MAKING IT A POINT TO SLAY THE BEAST

Hello Everyone,

I hope this message finds you all well. I have some exciting news. The very first  free Adventure writing session at Walthamstow Central Library E17 7JN on the 12th of July 2025 was a major success. According to some participants  it was exciting and they were all impressed. 

So what's next? I believe people should watch this space because I want to review my work.  One thing's for sure  the noble journeyman cometh back in a new guise.  

I intend to produce more juicy stories that feature  the Rattlesnake AKA the Expendable PI. And, I also intend to help local authors get their work noticed by showcasing my unique presentations and doing the educational research around it. 

This is in order to start the paid events that will come with a new platform that has to carry on from where things were left off with this one. So, let's just say I'm making it a point not to relinquish my aims to achieve all this. 

I will slay the beast that stands in the way of success. Now with that being said I BELIEVE WE ARE FOR SOME EXCITING TIMES. Need I say more? I don't think so. I guess everyone should watch this space.

THE RATTLESNAKE WILL RETURN

Hey Gang STAY SAFE!

 THE MAC LOGAN CERTIFICATION TO THRILL PRESENTS: M.AW! RESSURRECTION AND THE FURTHER EXPLOITS OF THE RATTLESNAKE.

I think I'm in a good position to see where I'm going with the things I have created. Now, with that being said I still have to ensure that certain things are co-ordinated properly.  For instance, the interviews done, The photos taken. The articles written. And more potently the time spent trying to resurrect what might seem like a lost cause. All in all I know I'm heading in the right direction. So do you like mystery, action and adventure with a blend of a spy thriller that comes with an aroma that spells danger? Then SNAKE AMONGST SHADOWS and SHADES OF FALCON: The Crooked Deal Vol 2 are the books to have on your bookshelf. 

There will be more crime fiction stories coming out of this stable. All starring The Expendable PI. Watch out for it when you log onto my webpage which is: www.maclogan.blogspot.co.uk

And guess what? Since you guys might like great adventure stories I am hosting an educational session on  Adventure writing at Walthamstow Central Library E17 7JN on the 12th of July which is next Saturday. Are you guys ready to learn new ways of writing great adventure tales? Are you also ready to learn new ways to self publish your manuscripts? You can't afford to miss this jampacked free session. It's all coming via the MECHANICS of ADVENTURE WRITING WORKSHOP. 

Come one. Come all. Come and have FUN learning something new about writing great adventure stories. One more thing. STAY SAFE!

NB: And yes there will be lots of changes made in the future. I've taken note of that fact. CHEERS.

 

THE MAC LOGAN CERTIFICATION TO THRILL PRESENTS:

 WHEN CETP MET PEL

HELLO EVERYONE

The 11th of May was an exciting day for me because I had my first podcast of the year. It was a great interview and when edited will be found on YOU TUBE. 

The first edition book cover for SHADES OF FALCON: The Crooked Deal Vol 2 is now out online and can be found on my blog page which is: www.maclogan.blogspot.co.uk. You thought you saw this coming?  Well, you ain't seen nothing yet and for good reason too. There will be more exciting adventures of the  RATTLESNAKE AKA The Expendable PI.

By the way, the photo below this piece is an old snapshot I took years ago with my dear friend Sam when my first thriller SNAKE AMONGST SHADOWS was launched at STROUD GREEN LIBRARY, QUERNMORE ROAD, STROUD N4.  

I took some snapshots with the podcast host Peter Okonkwo and those photos will be posted soon on my blog space. But how did I meet Pete and how did this podcast come about?

CETP  means CHIMAIJEM EZECHUKWU TRAINING & PUBLICATIONS

I met Pete Okonkwo the founder and host of the podcast show P ENGLISH LITRATURE (PEL) at the London Bookfair which was hosted this year. We got chatting and exchanged phone numbers and he then invited me to come on his podcast show when he found out I was a local crime fiction author. I eagerly accepted because I wanted to promote my newest thriller SHADES OF FALCON: The Crooked Deal Vol 2. 

Pete not only promoted my newest thriller he also promoted my Adventure writing workshop called the MECHANICS of ADVENTURE WRITING MASTERCLASS PROGRAMME and dubbed M.A.W! But, the most interesting aspects of the interview were revealed when the conversation I  had with Pete took me back almost ten years ago when I first met my very first critic. It all seemed surreal when I recalled how I was questioned by someone who didn't particularly like the title of my first mystery thriller Snake Amongst Shadows. And guess what? It happened at the very same place I met Pete. The London Book Fair!

Even though there were a few more reasons for doing this podcast with PEL I was so happy to have explored the dimensions that make you sail or fail in this business. And, I was equally happy to share my knowledge on learning how to maximise potential as an artiste especially when starting out on this journey. My Sojourn continues and only the good Lord knows what lies ahead.

Once again Mac Logan will RETURN.

www.maclogan.blogspot.co.uk

STAY SAFE!

 THE MAC LOGAN CERTIFICATION TO THRILL PRESENTS THE FOLLOWING: 

LIFE IS LIKE BUILDING A SANDCASTLE

LIFE IS LIKE BUILDING A  SANDCASTLE

Hello Everyone

I must admit sometimes creating and writing a book is like building a sand castle. And, that's because one has to apply common sense with some form of technique to achieve bringing to reality a must exist form of prose,  or fictional book in popular culture. 

So, therefore  when one tries to paint a portrait to unveil a tale that unfolds great storytelling in its best form.  We come to grips with the establishing of a lore that has the same kind of pressures to explore facets that relinquish doubt and builds trust and even inspires others to compete and spur a legendary rivalry within this format regardless of any genre . 

I thank the good LORD that I am successful at what I do. As a self published local author with an international appeal. I thank the good LORD for making me a unique strategic trainer and more importantly amongst other things a great storyteller. I really feel blessed to understand the dynamics and mechanics of a great tale. I don't take this gift for granted  and that's why I've come to realise that it takes planning, research and the likes of strategy to tell the best tales.

I remember when I was a boy my mother would take my sister and I to visit a family friend who lived near a beach during the Summer. We would play on the sand and build sand castles. And we did our very best trying to finish one because the sandcastles kept crumbling.

Life can be cruel. However, it broadens your horizon and sets you apart with experience. In this case, it shows how one can build or develop their vision of what they would like to achieve.  For example, when I was building those sandcastles with my sister I had to find different ways to ensure the sand creation was standing strong and firm on the ground. And, that's how I think life is viewed when you look through the lens of a writer or a creator. You develop a technique to spin a good yarn and in the interim find a relatable way to tell that story. 

Need I say more? I don't think so. Life is really what you make it regardless of all the odds stacked against you. If you prove or consider yourself brave, wise and courageous you will strive to do things differently and ensure you overcome all the challenges put in front of you. Remember, you're not just fighting. But, winning the battle as well. So, no matter what you think sometimes  life can be likened to a sand castle because you simply have to get back up whenever you fall. Just like the sand creation  that crumbles. You find a way to build it back up.

Talking about other things the free masterclass programme the MECHANICS of ADVENTURE WRITING dubbed M.A.W! is back by popular demand. And, it will be promoted in different libraries and community outlets in the UK soon. I can't wait to start training again using my niche in adventure writing to discover new writers and new trends to tell and showcase stories.  

There will be radio and podcast shows to attend too. All the shows are booked to talk about my mystery adventure books and training work in the community. And, last but not least there will be special promotions of my latest Whack JOB novel titled SHADES OF FALCON: The Crooked Deal Vol 2. 

I need you lot to trust me again. For LOGAN will RETURN SOON.

STAY SAFE!

log onto www.maclogan.blogspot.co.uk or email: chimalogan@gmail.com to find out more.