The Dolphin

A psychological thriller set in New Orleans

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There are times I wish I could quiet my brain, but thoughts keep coming in a steady flow—funny thoughts, serious thoughts, and occasionally even brilliant thoughts. I share them as a way to connect with you and be known by you. I find connection and deep knowing two of life's greatest joys. My blogs are inteneded to be helpful, informative, provocative, and entertaining. Sample or devour. I give you...

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Do We Still Need Labels to Define Our Sexual Preferences?

By Craig Bennett Hallenstein      October 26, 2020

For most of my life, I was a user and an addict. I stand before you today, happy to report, I’ve been a recovering labeler for six years and counting. […]

Craig Bennett Hallenstein is author of The Dolphin, a psychological thriller available at Amazon (4.7 out of 5 starts!) Purchase your copy here.

Madison Avenue, Pee, and the Catholic Church

By Craig Bennett Hallenstein      October 13, 2020

HENRY: So, Max, how you comin’ with that breathing idea of yours? It’d be phenomenal if you could ever iron out the mechanics. Here on Madison Avenue, we’re big on […]

Craig Bennett Hallenstein is author of The Dolphin, a psychological thriller available at Amazon (4.7 out of 5 starts!) Purchase your copy here.

Don’t Let Superman Near My Plates

By Craig Bennett Hallenstein      October 11, 2020

Silver Nugget in Crystal Lake, Illinois, was my favorite pizza place and hangout for years. The pizza was deep dish, like Gino’s East in Chicago only better, situated in a […]

Craig Bennett Hallenstein is author of The Dolphin, a psychological thriller available at Amazon (4.7 out of 5 starts!) Purchase your copy here.

The Day Cigarettes Saved My Father’s Life

By Craig Bennett Hallenstein      September 27, 2020

I was 14 when my father got word that his doctor wanted to schedule a follow up visit to discuss his recent chest x-ray. My mother explained this was atypical […]

Craig Bennett Hallenstein is author of The Dolphin, a psychological thriller available at Amazon (4.7 out of 5 starts!) Purchase your copy here.

Born Into the Write Family

By Craig Bennett Hallenstein      February 15, 2016

As my first novel is about to hit bookstores, people are asking why I invested my time, slumped over a keyboard, pursuing this or any project for nine years of […]

Craig Bennett Hallenstein is author of The Dolphin, a psychological thriller available at Amazon (4.7 out of 5 starts!) Purchase your copy here.

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  • Sex Offenders
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Life and Times

  • Madison Avenue, Pee, and the Catholic Church
  • Don’t Let Superman Near My Plates
  • The Day Cigarettes Saved My Father’s Life
  • When the Words, the Music, and the Dance Line Up
  • What’s Your Comfort Restaurant?
  • Do the $1,000 an Hour Tasks and Delegate the Rest
  • Why I Started Screaming in the Lobby of Chase Bank
  • What Are the Odds?
  • I’m Losing My Mind and it Doesn’t Matter
  • Today Is a Good Day to Die
  • Why Did AIDS First Appear in the Gay Community?

Parenting

  • The Importance of Advocating for Our Kids
  • Yes, It’s Attached
  • One-On-One Time . . . the Quickest Way to a Kid’s Heart
  • The One Big Talk
  • Sex Is Wonderful!
  • Dads!  Finding Your Daughter’s Friends Attractive Doesn’t Make You a Predator
  • Challenge and Support: The Most Powerful Tool in a Parent’s Toolbox

Relationships

  • Free Yourself from the Curse of Co-Dependence
  • Learning to Cheerlead Our Partner’s Big Separate Lives
  • Are You Poly Tribal or Poly Traditional?
  • Jumping Off the Infatuation Merry-Go-Round
  • I Loved Both of My “Failed Marriages”
  • Listen Up!
  • Trading Friendship for a Ride on the Relationship Escalator
  • People Who Show Up
  • Relationship Magic: Shedding Expectations

Sex Offenders

  • Things You Need to Know about Sex Offender Registration
  • Plight of the Dolphins

Sexuality

  • Do We Still Need Labels to Define Our Sexual Preferences?
  • None of Us Gets Touched Enough
  • The Three Percent Difference
  • Penises Do Exactly As They Like
  • Running Sexual Energy Is an Essential Part of Your Job Description
  • Dennis Hastert—A Symbol of America’s Sexual Failings
  • I Embraced Bisexuality Years Before I Embraced Guacamole
  • Have You Noticed that Our Culture is Getting Sexier by the Day?

Writing

  • Born Into the Write Family
  • Ruthless Editing…Your Path to Nirvana
  • Being Shaped By the Books We Read
  • Electricity
  • It’s All about Craft
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