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SITREP

In the military, a Situation Report provides a concise update of current conditions.

Find out where we are with books, articles, interviews, and upcoming public appearances.

Page updated regularly.

Last update:  February, 2026.

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Books

Latest Book

Released January 20, 2026

Available in print, ebook and audiobook

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Upcoming Book

To be released July 21, 2026

Pre-order your book today

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Articles & Interviews

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“a tight military fiction nautical adventure filled with intrigue and complex naval strategy…”

The reviews are in for WEAPONS FREE.

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College on the Radio host Joe Moravchik welcomes writing team Jon Olson and David Bruns.

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April 11, 2026 - 3pm - 4pm

Rapid City public library

Rapid City, SD

David and JR will be giving an author talk at the Rapid City public library. Details to follow.

April  10, 2026 - 5pm

The Daedalians

Rapid City, SD

David and JR are honored to be invited to visit with the local chapter of The Daedalians, an organization of military aviators. Details to follow.

August 8, 2026 - 9am - 3 pm

Northwoods art book festival

Hackensack, MN

David and JR venture north to meet more readers and sign books.

July 20, 2026 - 7pm

Lucky's 13 Pub

1352 Sibley Memorial Highway, Mendota, MN

David & JR will be in conversation with author Carmen Amato, author of the Detective Emilia Cruz mystery series. 

Advance tickets are required!

March 7, 2026 - 9:30am to 4pm

Maple Grove Spring Craft & Gift Show 2026

Maple Grove Community Center

12951 Weaver Lake Rd, Maple Grove, MN

David and JR will be selling and signing books. Come say hello!

February 7, 2026 - 10am to 2pm

2026 Becker Business Expo & craft fair

Becker Field House

12000 Hancock Street

David and JR will be selling and signing books. Stop by and say hello! 

Upcoming Public Appearances

Upcoming Events

  • Sat, Feb 07
    Feb 07, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Becker Field House, 12000 Hancock St, Becker, MN 55308, USA
    David and JR will be selling and signing books. Stop by and say hello!
  • Sat, Mar 07
    Maple Grove Community Center
    Mar 07, 2026, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
    Maple Grove Community Center, 12951 Weaver Lake Rd, Maple Grove, MN 55369, USA
    David and JR will be selling and signing books. Come say hello!
  • Fri, Apr 10
    Rapid City, SD
    Apr 10, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Rapid City, SD
    David and JR are honored to be invited to visit with the local chapter of The Daedalians, an organization of military aviators. Details to Follow
  • Sat, Apr 11
    Rapid City Public Library
    Apr 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Rapid City Public Library
    David and JR will be giving an author talk at the Rapid City Public Library. Details to follow.
  • Mon, Jul 20
    Lucky's 13 Pub
    Jul 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Lucky's 13 Pub, 1352 Sibley Memorial Hwy, Mendota, MN 55150, USA
    David & JR will be in conversation with author Carmen Amato, author of the Detective Emilia Cruz mystery series. Advanced tickets are required!
  • Sat, Aug 08
    Aug 08, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Hackensack, MN
    David and JR will venture north to meet more readers and sign books. Hope to see you there!
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