Served in Silence, the struggle to live authentically

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DRAMA LGBT WAR MEMOIR

1980s & '90s,1960s & '70s,2000s,Contemporary

Mark David Gibson

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Submision Type

book

Logline

Served in Silence is a drama about a gay American war hero serving under the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy struggling to live authentically. Unconventionally, he finds a way to cure severe PTSD and alcoholism which leads to the discovery of tapping into one’s own super power of authenticity.

Genre

Drama,LGBT,War,Memoir

Short Summary

Served in Silence is a drama about a small-town boy from upstate New York who believed the best was yet to come. Life was simple during the early years in the 1970s, full of mystery and wonder, yet the struggle to live authentically was constantly looming in the darkness from sexuality confusion.

Setting

Begins in Upstate New York, multiple Air Force bases, Afghanistan, Cost Rica

Based on a True Story

Yes

Plot - Premise

Overcoming Monster/Villain,Rags to Riches,Internal Journey/Rebirth,Quest,Voyage and Return,Other

Plot - Other Elements

Coming of Age,Happy Ending,Meaningful Message,Twist

Mature Audience Themes

Substance Abuse

Main Character Details

Name: Mark David Gibson

Age: From 8 to 50 years old

Gender: Male

Role: Protagonist

Key Traits: Adventurous,Aspiring,Badass,Aggressive,Charming,Complex,Confident,Crazy,Decisive,Desperate,Empathetic,Engaging,Heroic,Educated,Honorable,Insecure,Leader,Underdog,Lone Wolf,Manipulative,Sophisticated,Seductive,Secretive,Sarcastic,Romantic,Visionary,Funny,Skillful,Outspoken,Selfless,Blunt,Patriotic,Sexy,Obedient,Modest,Masculine,Flexible,Faithful

Additional Character Details

Name: Mom & Dad & Brother

Age: 20's - 30's - 40's - 50's - 60's - 70's

Gender: Other

Role: Antagonist

Key Traits: Aggressive,Complex,Crazy,Religious,Insecure,Manipulative,Villainous

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About The Author

Served in Silence is a drama about a gay American war hero serving under the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy struggling to live authentically. Unconventionally, he finds a way to cure severe PTSD and alcoholism which leads to the discovery of tapping into one’s own super power of authenticity. US Air Force Captain Mark David Gibson makes his debut as an author with his memoir, Served in Silence. Join Mark as he takes you on a journey before, during, and after the military’s Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell policy. Gibson will take you through his life story of shame and secrecy to presently living a fulfilling life complete with love and authenticity. Served in Silence speaks to the heart of anyone who is hiding who they are, and aims to inspire readers to be brave and live their authentic truth.

Target Audiences

Age: 18-34,35-54,55+

Target Gender: LGBT Leaning,Universal,Other,Female Leaning,Male Leaning

Group Specific

U.S. Military, LGBTQ, Gay

Publishing Details

Status: Yes: with a Publisher

Publisher: Publish Your Purpose Press

Year Published: 2018

Hard Copy Available

Yes

ISBN

978-1-946384-27-0