J.T. Page Jr.
Joseph T. Page Jr. has a doctoral degree in business management from Nova Southeastern University. He served over twenty years as a U.S. Army officer, commanded military units on three continents, and is a decorated combat veteran. He also worked as a Department of Defense contractor for almost two dozen years in Europe. He and his wife, Gretchen, are retired and live in Hawaiʻi. They have five daughters and nine grandchildren. In addition to writing, he is an amateur magician and a major Sherlock Holmes enthusiast. Joe is the Gasogene for The Shaka Sherlockians of Hawaiʻi scion society
The Kingdom Queen: A Medieval Novella
Two young American tourists, Carmen and Cubby, arrive at a mysterious church in present-day Austria. They meet Otto, their tour guide, who leads them to the Silver Chapel. There he weaves an enchanting story involving knights, intrigue, and true love. Otto takes their imaginations on a journey to twelfth-century Europe during the High Middle Ages, a decade after the end of the First Crusade. Princess Margarethe and Theo first meet as children when her father, King Johann, grants knighthood to Sir Josef, Theos father. The children are immediately drawn to each other despite the difference in social class. When Theos parents are tragically killed, Margarethe swears to love him forever but is that true? Can their love survive even though they are destined to never marry? Carmen and Cubby have countless questions as the story unfolds, but Otto is always happy to explain and instruct. He tells tales of war, marriage, birth, death, and chivalry as Margarethe and Theo are constantly kept apart. Assassins abound, cultures collide, and the Knights Templar make their presence felt in sometimes surprising ways. Margarethe and Theo vow eternal loyalty, no matter the sacrifice. But will they get their happy ending or remain resigned to the duties of differing stations? Welcome to the new and timeless story of The Kingdom Queen.
Holmes and Me: Reflections on the World's Greatest Consulting Detective
An anthology published by The Crew of the Barque Lone Star which was founded as a scion society of the Baker Street Irregulars in April 1970. Through the years, this society has been home for many authors of fiction, Sherlockian criticism, and other pieces of work. As we continue to celebrate our 50th anniversary of existence (extended indefinitely due to the Covid-19 Pandemic), it just seemed appropriate to have present members provide personal reflections on what Sherlock Holmes has meant to them throughout their lives. Joe’s contribution addresses the humor often found in the Sherlockian Canon (Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s 56 short stories and 4 novels) along with addressing a special appreciation of Jeremy Brett’s classic portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in the Granada TV series.
The Rest of the Story
Another anthology featuring Sherlockian authors published by The Crew of the Barque Lone Star. The Crew and other Sherlockians have contributed to a number of volumes, showcasing their talent in pastiches, limericks, and essays. This volume provides yet another collection from our talented Crew and Passengers that spans the gamut of creative works. In all cases, the pieces add to "the rest of the story" behind something in the life of Sherlock Holmes or Arthur Conan Doyle. Joe’s contribution “The Blue Carbuncle 20 Years Later” is a Sherlockian pastiche. It features favorite characters and puts a coda on earlier events involving this classic Holmes adventure.
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“What you do in this world is a matter of no consequence. The question is what can you make people believe you have done.”
― Arthur Conan Doyle, A Study in Scarlet