AUTHOR PROFILE

Dr Martin Cole

Dr Martin Cole now writes and illustrates in the mystery-adventure-sci.fi-thriller genre, basing his work on historical and scientific facts. Through dozens of magazine feature articles and three novels to date, he has brought a common, entertaining and often humorous touch to complex issues so they can be enjoyed by the general reader.

He draws inspiration from family life, from his creative career as an inventor and entrepreneur, from 8 years on the Prime Minister’s Science, Engineering & Innovation Council, and from two terms as National President of Engineers Australia (100,000 members). He brings to bear his lifelong interests in writing, graphic art, astronomy and science, fortified by a Master of Engineering degree and a Doctorate of Philosophy.

His day job has centred on the design of electronic products, systems and software for the prevention of crime and fire, and he is best known for pioneering the aspirated smoke detection industry worldwide that saves countless lives.

Having migrated to Melbourne, Australia in 1949 as a “baby-boom” toddler from Middlesex UK, he and his wife Christine have had five children and seven grandchildren.

Bibliography:
The CODE Trilogy:

• The CODE of the PHARAOH (2012 – Sid Harta Publishers)
• The CODE of the APOCALYPSE (2013 – Sid Harta Publishers)
• The CODE of the ALIENS (in production)

The CODE of the PHARAOH –
Archaeologists stumble upon an Egyptian hieroglyphic code that leads them around the world in a race to decipher manyobscure clues, on their quest to find the lost secret of an ancient machine that could grant immortality. A wealthy inventor is determined to keep the secret for himself and will stop at nothing to force their cooperation, to help re-create a fully working machine. Find out what happens when this ancient design is finally re-energised! The CODE of the PHARAOH is an illustrated mystery adventure thriller inspired by scientific and historical facts, set in present day with flashbacks to ancient times.

The CODE of the APOCALYPSE –
21st December 2012 came and went. Apparently, the world had survived the foretold deadly Apocalypse. But what really happened on that fateful day? What events remained hidden from the world media? Join an epic adventure to exotic places to learn the secret ofthe ancient prophecy hidden within Mayan hieroglyphic inscriptions, that powerful forces with alien technology planned to exploit during the dreaded worldwide catastrophe. The CODE of the APOCALYPSE is an illustrated mystery adventure thriller based on scientific and historical facts.

The CODE of the ALIENS –
This is the third book in The CODE Trilogy, planned for release in 2014, once again featuring archaeologists Joanne and Sofia, engineer Alan and former commando Charles.

Reviews:
PHARAOH -

• This first book in a series has started off brilliantly. There’s nothing like the excitement of learning new information and uncovering ancient secrets to keep a good book moving along at a cracking pace – Wendy O’Hanlon
• This novel is a real winner – full of surprises in every chapter – John Morrow
• I could not put it down – Richard Smoorenburg
• It kept me hooked. I really enjoyed the ending and certainly learned a thing or two in the process – David Harvey
• Thoroughly enjoyable.  I found the plot very exciting and the technical content was very stimulating. A fine portrayal of the characters – Doug Jones
• A very exciting read – EmProf Murray Gillin
• Captivating – a fine piece of literature – Dr Brian Lloyd
• Combining drama, science and historical facts with a mastery of hieroglyphs, made for a gripping read – Dr Vaughan Beck
• A good yarn indeed. The story is lively, with many twists and turns to hold the reader's interest. The technical detail is outstanding – the reader learns something while being entertained – Dr Chris McLeod

APOCALYPSE –

• Riveting stuff, and the author’s attention to detail and character development does, indeed, lead the reader to think that this is far from fiction. That’s his gift as a writer. This is another great intelligent, fast-paced read from Dr Martin Cole, and fans of his work will be happy to know that a third book is in the making – Wendy O’Hanlon
• I am quite often disappointed in a sequel to a great novel but with Dr Cole’s latest mystery, I had no need to worry. His characters take us through another adventure that will have you engrossed from the very first chapter while they search for an ancient Mayan prophecy. An inventive and exciting storyline keeps you on your toes while you become reacquainted with the team of four – John Morrow
• I thoroughly enjoyed The Code of the Apocalypse. Martin Cole has cleverly zeroed in on ancient cultural intrigues, which combined with his knowledge of astronomy and modern technology, bring to life exciting stories with mysterious overtones. This stimulated me once again to search the internet to bone up on the history, geography and folk lore. I look forward to his next book....– Doug Jones
• Loved the book, couldn't put in down. I want his next one now! – Robert Osborne
• A rattling good and highly entertaining yarn that remains credible within its extraordinary premise. The story has more than a grain of relevance to our world today and certainly gives the reader some ideas to wrestle with in terms of mankind’s stewardship of this planet. This is a well put together piece of work – Dr Chris McLeod
• Sit back and enjoy the journey as the code hunters once again take you on the ride of your life – John Morrow

  Pitch to Publishers & Festival Organisers:
  The mystery-adventure-sci.fi-thriller genre provides a fertile field for exciting PowerPoint presentations by the author. With location photographs, illustrations and animated scripting, readers are treated to many insights behind the written works. For those who seek it, presentations are expanded to teach many facets of successful writing. A pilot screenplay is currently being written, together with a movie trailer to promote a possible movie series.

  Website address: www.imrac-books.com

  Facebook: [email protected]

  Contact email: drcolemartin[@]gmail.com or martincole[@]bigpond.com (please ignore [ ] if emailing as designed to throw the robot spammers off.....

  Where to buy?

  Bookseller links:
  Booktopia:
  PHARAOH - http://www.booktopia.com.au/product-view.ep?pID=9781922086013
  APOCALYPSE - http://www.booktopia.com.au/product-view.ep?pID=9781922086006

  Boomerang Books:
  PHARAOH - http://www.boomerangbooks.com.au/a/b/book_9781922086013.htm?utm_source=dennisjones&utm_medium=aff&utm_campaign=deeplink
  APOCALYPSE - http://www.boomerangbooks.com.au/a/b/book_9781922086006.htm?utm_source=dennisjones&utm_medium=aff&utm_campaign=deeplink

  EA Books:
  PHARAOH - http://www.eabooks.com.au/epages/eab.sf/en_AU/?ObjectPath=/Shops/eabooks/Products/9781922086013
  APOCALYPSE -http://www.eabooks.com.au/epages/eab.sf/en_AU/?ObjectPath=/Shops/eabooks/Products/9781743350713

  eBook links:
  Amazon - Kindle:
  PHARAOH –
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  APOCALYPSE –
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  Port Campbell Press:
  PHARAOH -http://www.portcampbellpress.com.au/TitleDetail.php?recordID=9781742983936
  APOCALYPSE - http://www.portcampbellpress.com.au/TitleDetail.php?recordID=0

  Trade Distributor:
  Dennis Jones & Associates:
  PHARAOH - http://www.dennisjones.com.au/images/9781922086013.jpg
  APOCALYPSE - http://www.dennisjones.com.au/images/9781922086006.jpg