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Shane J. Hopkins
Author - Husband - Father - Grandfather - Outdoorsman - Retired Firefighter of 25 Years
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eriklaufik
Dec 28, 20211 min read
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
What a year it's been, for all of us! But let’s all keep focused on the good things in life; our friends, our families, whatever goals we...
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eriklaufik
Dec 20, 20211 min read
AN OUTSTANDING SIGNING AT CRU CAFE!
This is what is fun about all the work that it takes to make such a great story come alive. First and foremost, I want to thank the...
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eriklaufik
Dec 6, 20211 min read
Ho Ho Ho!
.....And here we go! A great time of year as we all gear up for 2022. To finish with the book signing at CRU, Christmas, then finally...
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eriklaufik
Nov 28, 20211 min read
BOOK SIGNING AT THE COOLEST CAFE IN NEWPORT R.I.
Local author and firefighter Shane J. Hopkins will be doing a live book signing for his "Great American Adventure Novel" titled (Welcome...
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eriklaufik
Nov 19, 20211 min read
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Hey #whistlebrigade, as fall deepens toward winter it is fun to think about the great meal, and family times coming up. I will be at the...
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eriklaufik
Nov 11, 20211 min read
GOD BLESS AMERICA!
Hey all Whistler's, It has been a bit, but like everyone I have been busy. I would like to take this moment to thank all Veterans for...
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eriklaufik
Oct 23, 20211 min read
Happy Halloween!
Hello all Whistler's, With the season changing toward the holidays my family and I wish you a Happy Halloween. The audio book will be...
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eriklaufik
Oct 11, 20211 min read
Charter Books - Newport Signing
I had a really great time at this awesome local bookstore - just down the street from my firehouse!
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eriklaufik
Oct 2, 20211 min read
Fall Local Author Showcase - Charter Bookstore, Newport.
I'm honored to be a part of this! A local Author event in Newport! Please come and support local art! Click here for details!
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eriklaufik
Oct 1, 20211 min read
Date Night - A Great Friend - And Local Art!
Lisa and I had a great night out to see a great friend Clarise Annette and have a bunch of fun at her poetry jam at the Alchemy in...
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eriklaufik
Oct 1, 20211 min read
WCCA Television Interview
Great fun doing this interview the other day and finally it’s here! WCCA TV produced "Soapbox" show is hosted by WCCA Executive Director,...
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eriklaufik
Sep 24, 20211 min read
Fall Coming - With So Much News!
Two appropriate interviews as we edge toward the ROCK NOVEL! Monday 9/27 in Worcester for television interview. WADK 1540 AM Interview in...
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eriklaufik
Sep 16, 20212 min read
WHAT A GREAT SUMMER - But time to get to work!
Hey Whistlers, I know it's been a while, but there's so much to try and keep track of and it’s been a wild and very fun Summer! But...
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eriklaufik
Sep 11, 20211 min read
REMEMBERING.....
It's hard to believe that twenty years have gone by. I am fortunate (or unfortunate) enough to turn fifty one on this incredibly historic...
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eriklaufik
Aug 21, 20211 min read
SAVOY BOOK SIGNING:
What a great day - and there is so much more to come! Please check often for more signings and other events - they are coming
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eriklaufik
Aug 12, 20211 min read
WUN-ON-ONE:
With just two days before the signing at Savoy Bookshop and Café at 10 Canal St. down in Westerly R.I. I managed to get one more live...
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eriklaufik
Aug 9, 20211 min read
Book Talk - Shane Joseph Hopkins
Watch my interview here from Bolton Access TV, BOOK TALK. Also - Don't forget about the book signing at Savoy Bookshop and Cafe on Sat...
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eriklaufik
Aug 3, 20211 min read
ON TARGET!
Hey folks! Lots going on right now, so here goes.... I have an interview Friday Aug, 6th at 8:40 A.M. with WBLQ stereo 1230 and 103.1 FM....
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eriklaufik
Jul 22, 20211 min read
IN STORE BOOK SIGNING!
I went to the Savoy bookstore today in Westerly RI, where my first signing will be! It is a great store with a perfect New England author...
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eriklaufik
Jul 16, 20211 min read
Chapters Radio Spot - With Jim Derick
Shane sits down with host Jim Derick from Franklin Public Radio on 102.9 FM. in Franklin MA. From the WFPR FM website: In Chapters, Jim...
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