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Screenwriter and author Jim Makichuk had a successful book signing Wednesday May 23rd at Green Brier Bookstore in Swan River.



Jim Makichuk with Ann Makichuk
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Jim who was born in Swan River and raised in Benito has written a novel called Emperor of Mars based on his youth.

Owner Dale Wiebach provided coffee and cake for her customers and Jim met many of his old and new friends. While the copies of the book sold out by 4pm, Dale will be taking requests as another shipment will be coming in the next few weeks.

Jim Makichuk with Linda Lewicki

Jim has lived in Los Angeles for 22 years and has written for networks and studios and Emperor of Mars is his first novel. The book tells its story through the eyes of a 12-year old boy who hears a radio broadcast that suggests someone called the Emperor of Mars is coming to Earth. Based on a real incident, the story follows what happens to the townspeople in the fictional town of Empire as the day comes near.

While the book is categorized as Young Adult, its also attracting baby boomers who grew up in the 1950’s and 60’s. While most Benito residents will recognize many places, the story could be set in any prairie town. There are also plans to make the Emperor of Mars into a movie in 2013.