Author Robert Brewer’s New Book, “Tempered by Fire,” Follows a Teen Whose Life is Changed in Tragedy That Ignites a Fire Deep Within His Soul, Driving Him to Find Success
Mesquite, TX, February 08, 2023 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– Robert Brewer, who earned a Master of Arts from Louisiana State University in Shreveport and currently resides in Mesquite, Texas, with his wife of twenty-seven years and their two sons, has completed his new book, “Tempered by Fire”: a profound coming-of-age of a young teenager named Tab whose life is forever changed following a tragic event.
“God put a fire inside each of us,” writes Brewer. “For some that fire is a tiny flame that burns and directs our moral compass. If directs our lives and actions. It distinguishes between right and wrong. In some, it rages like an eternal inferno. For others, it flickers cold, dim, and weak. It pushes some people to greatness and fuels an unquenchable drive that motivates some to great things. For others, it burns and consumes, leaving nothing behind except ash and charred rubble. It can kill dreams and wrecks lives. However, it is—by its inherent nature—a good thing, because it is given to each of us by God, and God alone. Despite how it burns in any of us, it burns in all of us.
“This story is about our internal fire and how it manifests itself in us and how it is influences by our lives, as well as, how our lives influence our fires. This story, more specifically, is about how that fires burns in people and manifests itself in many ways. Sometimes it manifests itself in multiple ways in a single individual. Our fires often create duplicity, sometimes even multiplicity, in people. That duplicity is often a stark contrast of how people are seen through the eyes of others, as opposed to who they truly are.
“This book is a plea to the reader to not be defined by the environments around you, whether good or bad. It is a plea to harness the heat from our fires and self-determine. It is a plea to listen to the spirit that is within each of us. It is a plea for each of us to be his or her best, no matter the circumstances.”
Published by Page Publishing, Robert Brewer’s thrilling novel will take readers on an unforgettable journey as they follow along on Tab’s quest to rise above his circumstances to find his place in the world and attain success. Brewer weaves an expertly paced and character-driven tale that is sure to remain with readers long after its stunning conclusion, providing them with the inspiration to follow in Tab’s footsteps and pursue one’s own greatness no matter the circumstances of one’s life.
Readers who wish to experience this enlightening work can purchase “Tempered by Fire” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.
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Miami, FL, November 10, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– The production team behind Hidden War has unveiled the official trailer for the film, setting the stage for its nationwide theatrical debut on November 14, 2025.
Hidden War, featuring activist Tim Ballard’s efforts against international child trafficking, serves as a direct follow-up to the 2023 film Sound of Freedom, which highlighted his initial undercover operations through Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.). While Sound of Freedom focused on Ballard’s work in Colombia and the broader fight against sex trafficking, Hidden War extends this narrative to operations in war-torn regions like Ukraine, Ecuador, and Mexico, documenting rescues amid global conflicts and exposing how displaced children become targets for exploitation.
The film’s release on November 14, 2025, comes amid reports of resistance from some cinema chains, echoing the grassroots momentum that propelled Sound of Freedom to over $250 million in worldwide box office success despite initial distribution challenges. Ballard, portrayed by Jim Caviezel in the earlier film, continues his advocacy, emphasizing the ongoing scale of the issue where more children are enslaved today than at any point in history.
Tim Ballard noted, “Films like Hidden War build on the awareness raised by Sound of Freedom to challenge institutional silence on child exploitation. Our goal remains delivering these stories to foster real change in communities affected by trafficking.”
To support wider access, audiences are encouraged to contact their local cinemas and request screenings of Hidden War for the November 14 debut.
Key Details
Theatrical release date: November 14, 2025
Rating: PG-13
About Hidden War Hidden War chronicles real-life anti-trafficking missions led by Tim Ballard, expanding on themes from Sound of Freedom to address global hotspots of child exploitation.
Los Angeles, CA, October 31, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– Independent filmmaker, producer, and creative visionary Jeffrey Ikahn today announced the upcoming release of his new feature film Candy Flip (2026), alongside several technology ventures designed to reshape how audiences and creators connect online. Ikahn’s dual focus on storytelling and innovation positions him at the intersection of film, social engagement, and the evolving digital frontier.
Candy Flip is a “dramady” feature produced through Argonaut Media Group, Latigo Films in association with Handshake Partners Entertainment and directed by Ikahn.
The film stars Matt Rife, Cole Carter, Jessica Belkin, and Danielle Loving.
Set amid the electric chaos of an exclusive influencer party in Los Angeles, Candy Flip follows a night where fame, illusion, and reality collide. When a group of social media stars and creative elites experiment with a candy-flip — the potent fusion of LSD and MDMA — their euphoric escape turns into an existential free fall. As the night unfolds, filters fade and facades fracture. Beneath the glitter and neon, each character confronts the truth they’ve been performing to avoid: their doubt, loneliness, and desperate need to be seen.
The main character’s trip becomes a descent into self-awareness — a fever dream of memories, fears, and fantasies colliding in hallucinatory clarity. Surrounded by peers who live for attention but starve for connection, they begin to question what’s real, what’s curated, and what remains when the likes disappear. In the chaos of their shared unraveling, egos dissolve, alliances crumble, and a profound realization emerges: sometimes, you have to lose your identity to find your humanity.
“Storytelling has always been about connection,” said Ikahn. “As technology evolves, so should the ways we share those stories — whether through film, social platforms, or entirely new mediums.”
In addition to his filmmaking career, Ikahn is currently building technology companies in the social and media space, developing platforms that empower independent artists, creators, and filmmakers to grow authentic audiences and monetize their creative influence. His work integrates art, entrepreneurship, and innovation — shaping how culture, content, and connection intersect.
Ikahn’s mission with Argonaut Media Group and his upcoming ventures is to bridge the worlds of entertainment and technology — empowering creators to tell impactful stories and audiences to experience them in transformative new ways.
About Jeffrey Ikahn Jeffrey Ikahn is a Los Angeles-based filmmaker, producer, and tech entrepreneur. Through Argonaut Media Group, he develops films and social-tech initiatives that challenge perspectives and inspire global creativity. His works include Candy Flip (2026), My Confession (2007), and upcoming technology ventures redefining creator engagement in the digital era.
