Summit Murder Mystery Series

Staff Reporter /Sharjah Rashid Al Kous holds the flag of the Knowledge without Borders and a '1001 Titles' logo at the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro, which is located at a height of 5,895 metres in Africa. (Supplied photo) Reading initiative flag hoisted at Mt Kilimanjaro A team from the Knowledge without Borders (KWB) has raised a flag of the organisation and a '1001 Titles' logo at the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. The event took place following a five-day trip undertaken by the team with Shaikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Chairman of Sharjah Media Corporation, and Mohammed Khalaf, Director of Sharjah TV and Radio. Rashid Al Kous, General Manager of Knowledge without Borders who raised the flag, said: "I am extremely proud of Sharjah's achievements in supporting education, knowledge and culture under the directives of His Highness Dr Shaikh Su...

Updated Mar 15, 2016, 10:33 am IST At 14, Hyderabadi mountaineer Jaahnavi Sriperambuduru is the youngest Indian guide at the Everest Base Camp.  Jaahnavi Sriperambuduru Hyderabad’s Jaahnavi Sriperambuduru, who aims to become the youngest girl to scale the Seven Summits, has broken many records. Now the 14-year-old mountaineer has set another record by becoming the youngest Indian guide at the Everest Base Camp (17,598 ft). “I have also created a new record as a guide by escorting a 10-year-old girl and her mother to the base camp successfully,” she says. “Guiding to the Everest Base camp is not an easy task when your clients are beginners, first timers or are very young. As a guide, you must be very calm and look into the safety of the clients in any situation,” says Jaahnavi adding, We must maintain the same pace as the client and make them comfortable.” Jaahnavi decided to condition herself before attempting scaling Mt Ev...

80-year-old Japanese man becomes oldest to climb Mount Everest Yuichiro Miura (R) poses with his son Gota Miura (L) for photographers during a press conference in Tokyo on March 22. Kathmandu, Nepal (CNN) -- An 80-year-old Japanese man on Thursday became the oldest person to reach the top of Mt. Everest, officials said. Yuichiro Miura reached the top of Everest Thursday morning with his physician son Gota, mountaineering official Gyanendra Shrestha said from the base of Everest. Miura's achievement eclipses that of a Nepali man who climbed Everest at age 76 in 2008. The oldest woman to climb Everest is also a Japanese. She was 73 when she reached the top last year. Miura broke his hip in an accident two years ago, and he underwent heart surgery in January. "I am still healthy and strong. I think I have a good chance to reach the summit of Everest," he said via phone earlier this month. To prepare, Miura walked three times a wee...

200 paragliders to fly off Mt. Kilimanjaro and fundraise $1M for East Africa charities Some events only happen once in a lifetime. While we’ve seen hundreds if not thousands Kilimanjaro charity climbs, we’ve certainly never seen 200 paragliders jump from the peak of Africa’s 19,341 foot summit in the name of charity. It will be a world-record breaking event. Three years of preparation will culminate in the largest Kilimajaro fundraising event of its kind with the 200 paragliders and support team set to start their climb up Mt Kilimanjaro on January 27 th , 2013. The project is appropriately dubbed ‘Wings of Kilimanjaro’. Paragliding pilots and passengers from around the world will aim to reach the summit and then jump off the mountain paragliding down. Normally, this type of activity is banned by the Tanzanian Government – but determination has made it possible and the team received a one-time special permission. ...

Couple becomes oldest to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro Swiss natives Esther, 84, and Martin Kafer, 85, have just successfully reached the top of Africa’s tallest summit, Mt. Kilimanjaro, which makes them the oldest couple to ever accomplish the feat. Even though the Kafers have a huge passion for mountain climbing, this adventure was bigger. According to AlzheimerBC.org, the couple was participating in a fundraising initiative. The British Columbia couple raised $24,000 for the cause. “Esther and Martin’s achievement epitomizes the spirit of the Ascent for Alzheimer’s event, which is that no matter how challenging the journey there is support.” Says CEO of Alzheimer Society of B.C., Jean Blake. The couple met on a mountain top and event spent their honeymoon on top of the Matterhorn. The couple moved to Canada because of their surroundings. In a The Globe and Mail article, Martin ...

In my inbox today I received a great five star review of Murder on Kilimanjaro!  Take a look... As I was reading this book I was saddened knowing that this was the final climb of the Summit Murder Mystery series. On the upside there are three more books I have not read yet. This storyline was so realistic, the incidents on the climb could really have been pulled out of the newspapers. Once again we go along with Scott Devlon, Tom and Natasha, Dr.Calvin, Tarja and Quentin Stern. The President of the United States is also along for this ride. This story has all the twists and turns of a true mystery, it keeps you guessing until the the very end. From descriptions of the locale, Tanzania would be a wonderful place to visit. Even if you have not read any of the Summit Murder Mysteries, you must at least read this one as it will pull you in to read the other ones. Although a series, they can all stand alone. Much applause and thanks to our two fine authors, Charles...

The outstanding grande finale of the Summit Murder Mystery series, MURDER ON KILIMANJARO is now available via KINDLE! CLICK HERE to order your copy!                    

A pair of Vancouver seniors won’t let advanced age, aching bones or the threat of altitude sickness stop them from attempting a record-setting climb up Africa’s tallest mountain. Martin and Esther Kafer — 85 and 84-years-old respectively — begin their ascent up Mount Kilimanjaro on Sept. 24 in a bid to raise money and awareness for the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. The Kafers will break the Guinness world record for oldest man and woman to conquer the peak if they complete their journey Sept. 30. The Vancouver couple, who have climbed more than 500 mountains since they began hiking together 62 years ago, were on Grouse Mountain Thursday challenging British Columbians to march up the Grind in support of the cause. Martin and Esther have raised $20,000 for Alzheimer’s research and urged locals to create teams of seven to climb the famous North Vancouver hiking trail the same day they’re set to conquer Kili...

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Murder on Kilimanjaro is the last of the Summit Murder Mystery Series of murder mysteries, each set atop the highest mountain on one of the world’s seven continents. Beginning with Murder on Everest then traversing the world from summit to summit the on-going story reaches culmination in East Africa. Recurring characters are brought together for this final expedition and story lines are resolved. The Summit Murder Series is likely the most unique, certainly one of the most exciting, series of murder mystery books ever written. Each story brings a fresh plot as well as insight into the unique landscape and cultures surrounding these mountains. In Murder on Kilimanjaro , Scott Devlon, Afghanistan war veteran, mountaineer and occasional agent for the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency has been invited by the sitting President of the United States to join him on his climb of the highest point in Africa. The president is returning to his family roots and will be accompanied by his r...

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Murder on Everest – When Derek Sodoc, only son of the world’s richest and most powerful man dies attempting to climb Mt. Everest, questions are raised. Was it the mountain? Or perhaps something more sinister. After reading the book Abandoned on Everest that details Derek Sodoc’s untimely death, Sodoc’s father convinces the surviving expedition members to return to Everest – presumably to recover Derek’s body. With billions at stake and a relentless father searching for someone to blame, everyone is a suspect. Set against the backdrop of the world’s highest and deadliest mountain, Murder on Everest is filled with intrigue, sex, betrayal and mystery. It is unlike any murder mystery you’ve ever read. Be sure to read Abandoned on Everest , the companion prequel to this exciting debut novel. Murd er on Elbrus – Murder on Elbrus begins with world famous mountaineer Scott Devlon scarcely recovered from the disaster told in Murder on Everest , when he is sent to observe ...

I know a lot of you are getting very excited for the release of Murder on Kilimanjaro!  It will be here in the next couple weeks!!  I can't wait for you all to read it.  While you are waiting, I thought I would give you this sneak peek!  Enjoy! The president was ahead in a slight cluster, the Secret Service agents forming a wall around him.   A few of those most trusted were admitted to congratulate them and have their photographs taken. In fact, cameras broke out everywhere.   Guides joined me to have their pictures taken, as did others.   Tired as we were, exhausted as were many of us, we’d made it and for a few minutes we savored the joy of accomplishment.   Camera flashes formed round, silent bursts of light. The snowfall was very heavy, whipping down on us in a violent wind.   I turned to find Diana, to savor this moment with her when I heard the sounds of rapid gunfire coming from the president’s group.   It was an...

I'm very excited to announce that Murder on Aconcagua , the fifth book in the Summit Murder Mystery series will be released via audio soon!  Here is a fun picture from my time in the recording studio!  Stay tuned for the audio book release announcement!   For more information about the Summit Murder Mystery series, CLICK HERE !

Whenever I talk to people about my book series, of course the first thing everyone wants to know is, "What is the series about?"  I put together a list of each book with the synopsis for you, so you can get the full "official" synopsis for each book!  Murder on Kilimanjaro , the grand finale to the Summit Murder Mystery series will be released soon!  Make sure you get caught up because this is a jaw-dropping ending you don't want to miss! Each title has a link embedded to take you right to Amazon to purchase.  The books are available via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, KOBO, Sony, iTunes and other retailers.  Murder on Everest - When Derek Sodoc, only son of the world's richest and most powerful man dies attempting to climb Mt. Everest, questions are raised. Was it the mountain? Or perhaps something more sinister. After reading the book Abandoned on Everest that details Derek Sodoc's untimely death, Sodoc's father convinces the surviving expe...

While most kids his age are spending their summer vacation kicking it at day camp, riding bicycles around their neighborhood or exploring adventures in their own backyard, an eight-year-old Californian has his sights set on a much larger picture. Little Tyler Armstrong , a resident of Yorba Linda, is currently undergoing extensive training in preparation for an unforgettable trip abroad, where he will attempt on July 1 to become the second youngster to ever climb Mount Kilimanjaro , the highest peak on the continent of Africa. In 2006, Jordan Romero, successfully tackled Mount Kilimanjaro at the age of 10. Three years later, the Big Bear Lake, CA, native pulled himself up into the record books by becoming the youngest human to ever climb the seven continents' highest mountains. Ascending Mount Kilimanjaro, a dormant volcano that towers the sky at 19,341 feet above sea level, will be a risky trek for the snaggletoothed Tyle...

Calling all librarians!!! Give your readers a great murder mystery series to read that's full of action, betrayal, adventure and for a unique twist, climbing drama!   The Summit Murder Mystery series was inspired by the 1987 Everest attempt by author Charles G. Irion. Each is an exciting murder mystery set against the climb of one of the Seven Summits. The authors invite you to begin your adventure today with Murder on Everest . Unlike any mystery ever previously written, you will actually feel yourself atop Everest in the midst of a violent blizzard. You’ll read what it's like to climb with one-third the usual oxygen, to fight illness and fatigue. You will experience the thrill of the climb, the terror of every step in the Death Zone. Who will be murdered? How? And why? The answers will astound you. What are you waiting for?!  Order the series today!

No legs? No problem for Spencer West Spencer West in Kenya. West, who has no legs, plans to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak, this month. How does a man with no legs climb a mountain? If you’re waiting for the punchline, it’s no joke. On June 10, Spencer West, who stands two-foot-seven and has no lower body below his pelvis, will begin a journey to the peak of Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro. West was born with a severe deformity of the spine that resulted in his legs being completely amputated. Spencer learned to walk on his hands and has since overcome every challenge life has thrown at him. He’s been a cheerleader and high school actor, has helped build schools in Kenya, and travels the globe as a motivational speaker. Now he’s going to take on a mountain. In 2011, West made his sixth visit to Kenya to volunteer on development projects. While there, he witnessed the toll the recent drought has taken...