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Finally, a New Novel – writing update
I noticed I made an original Scrivener file in July of 2022. That file, over the next three years, turned into my newest novel, coming later in 2026 entitled, Tesler and the Burning Bush. It’s been three years since I published a novel, with Lady Trieu and the Demon Warrior of Hanoi being released in…
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Experimental Theatre “How to Build a Dictator” Just Published
I recently published “How to Build a Dictator,” which is a unique, immersive and experimental theatre piece originally performed in 2016 at the now-defunct Penang Performing Arts Centre. It was part of their Black Box Experiments theatre series, which included a bunch of unusual productions. I had decided that I wanted to act in this…
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My Paperbacks – GREAT SALE on PRIME DAYS!
Three of my novels in paperback on Amazon have been slashed during the Prime Day sales now going on. Check out these great deals: Lady Trieu & the Demon Warrior of Hanoi – regular price $21.95 – ONLY $8.90!! Christmas in ’45 – regular price $17.00 – ONLY $9.13!!! A Diamond for Her: Myths &…
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Merry Christmas – Ready to Plan for Next Year?
In time for Christmas 2025, I just published Tales of Wonder: A Play of Christmas. This is the full show I just directed and produced for the Scharmann Theater of SUNY JCC in December 2024. This play includes 12 different vingnettes and one mini-musical which will light any stage with a nostalgic, hilarious, and emotional…
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WRFA Radio Interview: Tales of Wonder, Writing, and Stuff
I had a great time earlier this week being interviewed as part of WRFA’s Arts on Fire, a weekly broadcast about the local art scene. I was able to tell host Anthony Merchant all about our upcoming show TALES OF WONDER. We also got to talk about writing and other things as well. Please do…
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Free Christmas Novel: A Gripping WWII Tale
On this post-Thanksgiving weekend, there’s much to be thankful for. Why not add one more? My short Christmas novel will be FREE on Kindle all weekend. It’s a gripping story of a small girl dealing with the news that her father had been killed in the war in Europe. It traces her emotions and actions…
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So Summer Ends
I’m getting prepared for many things, including the end of summer. I’m back in the theatre after a great month of travel to Turkey and Malaysia, which I woefully neglected to post about. Perhaps I still will. I do have some cool photos to share. Soon. Writing continues, albeit slower. As I mentioned, this will…
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History, Baseball, Magical Realism – It’s all on sale!
I’ve been a hopeless baseball fan since the 1970s – all of that time living and dying by the Pittsburgh Pirates, and for those of you who know, mostly dying. After many years into my writing career, I wanted to tackle baseball in a WP Kinsella type of way. Stories about baseball, but not really.…
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A Sweet Deal for the Tet New Year!
The Vietnamese New Year is unlike anything else! Tet is a yearly celebration and feast that celebrates family, tradition, and history. I experienced many of them during my ten years living in Vietnam. I miss all the wonderful community relationships, and, of course, the food! As a way to celebrate, my new novel about the…
Author Mark W Sasse 