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'''Marcus Keith Gibson''' (born 15 November 1973) is an ] writer.
'''Aaron Jamar Dames''' (born 15 January 1994) is an ] writer, businessman, youth advocate, and animal rights advocate. He is known for his work in community advocacy and nonprofit management.

==Early life==

Gibson was born into a devout Christian family in ]. He was raised in a strict environment, and by 16 was teaching in a Sunday School run by his parents.<ref>From the Author's Note in 'The Dead See' https://www.amazon.com/The-Dead-See-Deadliest-Conspiracy/dp/0987166441/</ref> At 17, Gibson dropped out of high school to attend Baptist Bible College,<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.wol.org.au |title = Home - Word of Life, Australia}}</ref> but returned to complete high school after one year of study.

==Works==

Gibson's first novel, ''D'',<ref>{{cite book
|title=D
|first=Marcus
|last=Gibson
|publisher=HarperCollins
|location=Sydney
|year=1995
|isbn= 0-7322-5179-6}}</ref> was acquired by ] in Sydney in 1994, and released the following December.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.librarything.com/author/gibsonmarcus|title = Marcus Gibson}}</ref>

==Awards and recognition==

Prior to the publication of his first novel, Gibson won recognition in short story awards and anthologies including ''Paradise To Paranoia'' published by ],<ref>{{cite book
|title=Paradise to paranoia : new Queensland writing
|first=Nigel
|last=Krauth
|author2=Sheahan, Robyn
|publisher=University of Queensland Press
|location=Brisbane
|year=1995
|isbn= 0-7022-2785-4 }}</ref> Suncorp Literary Awards and commemorative anthology,<ref>ISSN 1321-8530</ref> Young Writer of the Year,<ref>Sydney Morning Herald, 11 June 1992</ref> and Nescafe Big Break, 1994.<ref>{{cite web
|title=Nescafe Big Break
|publisher=]
|url=http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1G1-71620688.html}}</ref>

His novel received favorable reviews in periodicals ('Aurealis',<ref>{{cite book
|title=Aurealis #17
|first=Dirk
|last=Strasser
|author2=Higgins, Stephen
|year=1996
|url=http://aurealis.com.au/issues.php?show=22}}</ref> '<nowiki/>''Australian Newsagent & Stationer''<nowiki/>',<ref>'Australian Newsagent & Stationer, Dec 1995/Jan 1996, Page 18, 'It's a D Good Yarn'</ref> ']'<ref>The Southern Star, Edition 1, FRI 2 FEB 1996, Page 042, 'D for Daniel and danger' FICTION REVIEW</ref>) and became a popular item in public libraries through the Australian government's Public Lending Right Scheme.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.arts.gov.au/books/lending_rights |title=Lending rights |accessdate=2009-06-23 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20090625213900/http://www.arts.gov.au/books/lending_rights |archivedate=25 June 2009 }}</ref>

He has also made several media appearances, including national television ('Good Morning Australia'), appeared in TV commercials ('Nescafe' TVC w/ Russell Crowe), national radio (ABC national radio), print (] 23 December 1995, ],<ref>THE AUSTRALIAN, 06-12-1995, Ed: 0, Pg: 005, 507 words</ref> Telegraph Mirror, 16 December 1995), voice-over for pre-recorded radio and other TVCs, and live appearances as a guest on late night television (‘]’, Network 10).

Gibson is a member of the ] ].{{Citation needed|date=March 2012}}

==Later career==

In 1996, he attended the ]; and served on the judging panel for the AFTRS Cinematography award.{{Citation needed|date=March 2012}}

That same year, he attempted to launch an electronic media publishing venture, applying for a world trademark and patent for an 'e-book' device, but the applications lapsed.<ref></ref>


In the following years, Gibson worked as a script editor and freelance writer while seeking a publisher for ''The Atheists' Bible''. Drafts of the manuscript, circulated in 2001, discussed acts of terrorism attributed to ]. Gibson withdrew the novel from sale after the ] on 11 September 2001. In 2006 Gibson released a sample of ''The Atheists' Bible'' on his website, www.theatheistsbible.com.<ref></ref> This website is no longer active.
Dames attended ] concurrently while completing his senior year at Whiddon-Rogers Education Center, showcasing his dedication to higher education and academic pursuits. He graduated from on June 6, 2013, where he laid the foundation for his commitment to community service and activism.


In 2009 Gibson completed his third manuscript, titled ''The Peace Bomb''. The manuscript predicted a nuclear incident in the ] Mountains in North Korea, the continuation of Iranian President ]'s leadership, and a call by the US government for a new nuclear non-proliferation treaty. Within weeks of the submission of the manuscript to publishers, all three predictions took place.{{Citation needed|date=March 2012}}
In 2014, Aaron was recognized for his outstanding dedication to youth advocacy and community service, receiving the "Outstanding Youth Advocates" award presented by .


In September 2010, a link to a YouTube video<ref></ref><ref></ref> was posted on Facebook, showing a teaser/trailer for a novel by Marcus Gibson titled ''The Dead See''. The featured work appears to be similar to ''The Atheists' Bible''.<ref>From the Author's Note for 'The Dead See' https://www.amazon.com/The-Dead-See-Deadliest-Conspiracy/dp/0987166441/</ref> In September 2011, ''The Dead See'' became available on Amazon and various e-book platforms. The Facebook page for this work has since gathered more than 10,000 fans.<ref>http://www.facebook.com/TheDeadSee {{User-generated source|certain=yes|date=March 2022}}</ref>
As of 2023, Dames is actively involved in managing and operating two ] corporations in the ] borough of ]. He serves as a key figure in , an organization dedicated to supporting and advocating for pitbulls, as well as , focused on promoting literacy and educational initiatives within the community.


Gibson now resides in ] and works in environmental management.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://au.linkedin.com/pub/marcus-gibson/1/125/64a |title = Marcus Gibson - Australia &#124; LinkedIn |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120712112724/http://au.linkedin.com/pub/marcus-gibson/1/125/64a |archive-date=12 July 2012 |url-status=dead}}</ref>
Dames' commitment to animal rights and literacy underscores his passion for driving positive change within his community. His work in both sectors highlights his dedication to social causes and his efforts to empower marginalized groups.


==References==
{{unreliable sources|date=December 2023}} {{unreliable sources|date=March 2012}}
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Marcus Gibson
Born (1973-11-15) 15 November 1973 (age 51)
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
OccupationNovelist, short story writer, screenwriter
GenreThriller

Marcus Keith Gibson (born 15 November 1973) is an Australian writer.

Early life

Gibson was born into a devout Christian family in Sydney. He was raised in a strict environment, and by 16 was teaching in a Sunday School run by his parents. At 17, Gibson dropped out of high school to attend Baptist Bible College, but returned to complete high school after one year of study.

Works

Gibson's first novel, D, was acquired by HarperCollins in Sydney in 1994, and released the following December.

Awards and recognition

Prior to the publication of his first novel, Gibson won recognition in short story awards and anthologies including Paradise To Paranoia published by University of Queensland Press, Suncorp Literary Awards and commemorative anthology, Young Writer of the Year, and Nescafe Big Break, 1994.

His novel received favorable reviews in periodicals ('Aurealis', 'Australian Newsagent & Stationer', 'The Southern Star (Brisbane)') and became a popular item in public libraries through the Australian government's Public Lending Right Scheme.

He has also made several media appearances, including national television ('Good Morning Australia'), appeared in TV commercials ('Nescafe' TVC w/ Russell Crowe), national radio (ABC national radio), print (The Sydney Morning Herald 23 December 1995, The Australian, Telegraph Mirror, 16 December 1995), voice-over for pre-recorded radio and other TVCs, and live appearances as a guest on late night television (‘Ground Zero’, Network 10).

Gibson is a member of the high IQ society Mensa International.

Later career

In 1996, he attended the Australian Film Television and Radio School; and served on the judging panel for the AFTRS Cinematography award.

That same year, he attempted to launch an electronic media publishing venture, applying for a world trademark and patent for an 'e-book' device, but the applications lapsed.

In the following years, Gibson worked as a script editor and freelance writer while seeking a publisher for The Atheists' Bible. Drafts of the manuscript, circulated in 2001, discussed acts of terrorism attributed to Osama bin Laden. Gibson withdrew the novel from sale after the World Trade Center attacks on 11 September 2001. In 2006 Gibson released a sample of The Atheists' Bible on his website, www.theatheistsbible.com. This website is no longer active.

In 2009 Gibson completed his third manuscript, titled The Peace Bomb. The manuscript predicted a nuclear incident in the Mantapsan Mountains in North Korea, the continuation of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's leadership, and a call by the US government for a new nuclear non-proliferation treaty. Within weeks of the submission of the manuscript to publishers, all three predictions took place.

In September 2010, a link to a YouTube video was posted on Facebook, showing a teaser/trailer for a novel by Marcus Gibson titled The Dead See. The featured work appears to be similar to The Atheists' Bible. In September 2011, The Dead See became available on Amazon and various e-book platforms. The Facebook page for this work has since gathered more than 10,000 fans.

Gibson now resides in Melbourne and works in environmental management.

References

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  1. From the Author's Note in 'The Dead See' https://www.amazon.com/The-Dead-See-Deadliest-Conspiracy/dp/0987166441/
  2. "Home - Word of Life, Australia".
  3. Gibson, Marcus (1995). D. Sydney: HarperCollins. ISBN 0-7322-5179-6.
  4. "Marcus Gibson".
  5. Krauth, Nigel; Sheahan, Robyn (1995). Paradise to paranoia : new Queensland writing. Brisbane: University of Queensland Press. ISBN 0-7022-2785-4.
  6. ISSN 1321-8530
  7. Sydney Morning Herald, 11 June 1992
  8. "Nescafe Big Break". Nescafe.
  9. Strasser, Dirk; Higgins, Stephen (1996). Aurealis #17.
  10. 'Australian Newsagent & Stationer, Dec 1995/Jan 1996, Page 18, 'It's a D Good Yarn'
  11. The Southern Star, Edition 1, FRI 2 FEB 1996, Page 042, 'D for Daniel and danger' FICTION REVIEW
  12. "Lending rights". Archived from the original on 25 June 2009. Retrieved 23 June 2009.
  13. THE AUSTRALIAN, 06-12-1995, Ed: 0, Pg: 005, 507 words
  14. 'Patent Wars'
  15. www.theatheistsbible.com
  16. 'The Dead See' Teaser
  17. www.marcusgibson.co
  18. From the Author's Note for 'The Dead See' https://www.amazon.com/The-Dead-See-Deadliest-Conspiracy/dp/0987166441/
  19. http://www.facebook.com/TheDeadSee
  20. "Marcus Gibson - Australia | LinkedIn". Archived from the original on 12 July 2012.
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