It’s official!
The titles and storylines are set. Book 1, “The Makåna’s Legacy” is currently available. Book 2, “The Yo’åmte’s Remorse” is in the works. Book 3, “Tears of the Aniti” has its main characters and plot squared away. Together, they make up The Yo’amte Trilogy.
I’ve been trying to release a new book each year during Mes CHamoru (CHamoru Month). I’m hoping to have “The Yo’åmte’s Remorse” ready for release in Mes CHamoru 2026.
“Guardians of the Latte Stones” was entered in The BookLife Prize annual competition. The following assessment comes from their Critic’s Report. Assessment: Plot/Idea: Guardians of the Latte Stones is an absorbing historical drama that delicately combines suspense, mystery, and the enduring horrors of the battlefield. The relationships between the central characters are carefully observed, acutely highlighting the…
There is a lot that people don’t know about the Chamorro people of the Mariana Islands. Most people don’t know who they are or what they have been through. “Guardians of the Latte Stones” takes you to a time when the horrors of World War II crashed upon the beautiful shores of the Marianas bringing…
I’m happy to announce that “Guardians of the Latte Stones” will soon be followed by book one of the “Suruhanu” trilogy. “Suruhanu – The Awakening” is currently in the works and may be ready for editing this summer. Here’s a peak at a draft of the cover.
Link to the review: The Makana’s Legacy | LITERARY TITAN EDITORIAL REVIEW The Makana’s Legacy is an evocative and emotional tale steeped in history, culture, and supernatural intrigue. The story centers on the Leon Guerrero family and their struggles with personal grief, a fractured family bond, and the looming presence of ancient spirits tied to their…
🏆 Congratulations! We are proud to present you with the Literary Titan Book Award. Following the recent review of your book through our Book Review Service, it was automatically entered into our Literary Book Award competition. Your book deserves extraordinary praise, and we are proud to acknowledge your hard work, dedication, and writing talent. Start…
Which is correct… “Chamorro” or “CHamoru”? Legally, it seems “Chamorro” is the English version and “CHamoru” is the CHamoru version. Here are a couple of articles on the topic. https://www.guampedia.com/chamorro-vs-chamoru/ CHamoru: Say it right, write it right (pacificislandtimes.com)
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