The political and public image of law enforcement and our military is a daily roller coaster of emotions. Events in Ferguson, New York, and Baltimore have caused significant strife within our communities. I support freedom of speech and the right to assemble, but when innocent people lose their businesses, homes, or even their lives during these events, it is not only illegal, but it is unjust. 

Tired of all the negative media given to these professions, I decided to take action and collect stories from men and women, currently serving or retired, in law enforcement, the military, and corrections. An overwhelming amount of entries were sent to me from around the country. Included in this anthology are the best of the best. You'll find humor, anger, excitement, nervousness, bitterness, and a hundred other human emotions within these stories. My intent, as it was with all the authors, was to try to give readers a glimpse behind the scenes. 

Proceeds from the sales of this project will be donated to the families of fallen officers, correctional officers, and military personnel. 

-C.L.Swinney