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Rhode Island? Rogue's Island?

If you live here, you know that Rhode Island is quirky.  
If you don't, these stories will give you a taste of what it's like.

A beautiful gift for a friend, a few tall tales from The Ocean State. 

These  limited-edition softcover chapbooks are NOT available on Amazon. Why? Because they don't own everything. 

100 copy LIMITED EDITIONs!

Fiction • History • Humor • Romance?

Founded as “a lively experiment” by outcasts and rebels, the tiny state of Rhode Island is rich with stories of the odd and improbable.

In this chapbook, award-winning author and storyteller Mark Binder shares tasty tales of insect infestation, a Rhody-style honeymoon, and seabirds gone awry.

“One of Rhode Island’s Leading Storytellers”
– Providence Journal

FAQ

Are these True Stories? 
May I quote myself here? "All of my stories are true, and some of them really happened." 

Who are you?
My name is Mark Binder. I'm a Providence-based author, storyteller and playwright. I make my living as a professional liar, and have twice run for office. (More bio info here)

What do you mean by "Limited Edition"?
The first edition run is 100 copies! These will be signed and numbered, first come first serve. This is an elegant slim volume full of joy (50 pages). There are three stories.  If you've read or have A Dead Politician… this book is the same length and size, but with smaller font because the stories are longer.

How long is the audiobook?
66 minutes, give or take a few seconds. The audiobook includes stories from both "Rogue's Island" collections. It blends traditional studio audiobooks with live performances. One story, "Old Scratch Nickels" appears in both forms.

 

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Roger Williams vs. The Big Blue Bug
  • Roger Williams vs. The Big Blue Bug

Roger Williams vs. The Big Blue Bug

The Seagull has landed! Three Legends from Rhode Island – signed Limited Edition
The truth behind The Big Blue Bug. What is a Clam Shake? Plus a heartwarming RI Romance…

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A Dead Politician, an Undead Clam, and an Ancient Horror
  • A Dead Politician, an Undead Clam, and an Ancient Horror

A Dead Politician, an Undead Clam, and an Ancient Horror

Vampire Clams… The Great Old One… The (Prolonged) Death of Old Scratch Nickels… Signed Limited Edition! NOT available on Amazon. Three Rhode Island horror stories.

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A Dead Politician, The New York System, and The Big Blue Bugs - Audiobook
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  • A Dead Politician, The New York System, and The Big Blue Bugs - Audiobook

A Dead Politician, The New York System, and The Big Blue Bugs - Audiobook

Live and Studio performances of Rhode Island Legends and Horrors by Audie Award Nominated Author and Storyteller Mark Binder. 63 minutes.

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Rhode Island Bundle
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  • Rhode Island Bundle

Rhode Island Bundle

Two signed limited edition books and the audiobook with FREE shipping. "One of Rhode Island's Best Storytellers" –The Providence Journal • a collection of horror stories. • a collection of legends (that I made up.) • plus Read more

Two signed limited edition books and the audiobook with FREE shipping.

"One of Rhode Island's Best Storytellers" –The Providence Journal

• a collection of horror stories.
• a collection of legends (that I made up.)
• plus the live audiobook!
(You'll get to pick which title for the legends book, because we have three different variations. The inside text is the same, just the cover changes.)

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