Stephen Wynn’s The Blackout Ripper is the true story of a serial killer who stalked London during World War II. Two days before the outbreak of the Second World War, the British government imposed blackout regulations across the nation as it was believed that in the event of war, Germany would very quickly begin conducting air raids on British towns and cities. The measures included covering windows in a dark, thick material at night to ensure no light could be seen from the outside. The use of vehicle headlamps was also prohibited, which resulted in a number of accidents and pedestrians being killed. These restrictions, enforced by Air Raid Precaution wardens and the police, were for the benefit and safety of the British public, but it also unintentionally made life a lot less dangerous for members of the criminal fraternity, allowing them to go about their regular night time activities with less chance of being caught by the police. As a result, during one week in February 1942, Gordon Cummins, RAF, was able to move around freely to carry out his attacks and make it back to his billet without being caught, or even stopped, by the police. The very restrictions put in place to protect the British public from German bombers actually placed women in danger from men such as Cummins: three of his victims were known prostitutes, as was at least one of the two women he is known to have attacked, but who survived. All of Cummins victims were attacked during the hours of darkness while the blackout was in place, leading to him becoming known as the Blackout Ripper.

Nostalgic recollections of wartime Britain often forget that when the blackout was enforced at night in an attempt to foil Nazi bombers a crime wave, cloaked by the inky black darkness, ensued on many of our streets. There were petty crimes, robberies, sexual assaults and, as The Blackout Murders reveals, some horrific murders took place on our home front during the Second World War. Some of them still rank among the most shocking crimes in modern British history. Some of the murders recounted within the pages of this book remain infamous, others are almost forgotten and some remain unsolved to this day. Several cases have new light shed on them from recently released archives and records uncovered by the author. Every case has been carefully selected for its reflection of wartime conditions and each one has a powerful, poignant and tragic story to tell. Readers will gain insights into the darker narrative of our home front and learn about some of the men and women who strove to maintain law and order under the most challenging circumstances. Others innovated and developed ground-breaking forensic techniques to identify bodies, recognize if foul play had occurred and as a direct result brought murderers to justice who may otherwise have gone undetected and unpunished. Anyone reading The Blackout Murders will never look at Britain's Home Front during the Second World War in the same way again.

This book is the first major study of the blackout in the Second World War. Developing a comparative history of this system of civil defense in Britain and Germany, it begins by exploring how the blackout was planned for in both countries, and how the threat of aerial bombing framed its development. It then examines how well the blackout was adhered to, paying particular regard to the tension between its military value and the difficulties it caused civilians. The book then moves on to discuss how the blackout undermined the perception of security on the home front, especially for women. The final chapter examines the impact of the blackout on industry and transport. Arguing that the blackout formed an integral part in mobilising and legitimating British and German wartime discourses of community, fairness and morality, the book explores its profound impact on both countries.

Goodreads Choice Nominated poet J.R. Rogue’s newest poetry collection—After The Blackout—explores the author’s experiment to give up alcohol for a year. And how it transformed into a new way of life. Weaving between debilitating hangxiety and the gross marriage between alcohol and her sexual encounters, the author tears down memories and walls to expose the black and white definition of alcohol abuse society feeds us. And brings the stark truth to the surface—the face of alcohol use disorder can be anyone, and any reason to give up alcohol is valid. This collection is about everything we lose and the ways we let ourselves go. And in the end—how to reclaim peace.

Imagine a world where the lights go out—permanently. No more electricity, no more communication, and no more modern conveniences. An Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) attack could turn this scenario into a reality, leaving society in chaos and millions scrambling to survive. But with the right knowledge and preparation, you can not only survive but thrive in this new world. "Surviving the Blackout: The Ultimate Guide to Thriving After an EMP Attack" is your comprehensive roadmap to navigating life after an EMP event. This guide covers everything from the crucial first 24 hours to long-term survival strategies and rebuilding society. Whether you're a seasoned prepper or just beginning to think about emergency preparedness, this book offers valuable insights and practical advice to ensure you and your loved ones are ready for the unexpected. Inside, you'll find: Immediate Aftermath: Step-by-step instructions for securing your environment, assessing resources, and staying safe in the critical first hours after an EMP attack. Essential Resources: Detailed strategies for finding, storing, and managing water, food, and medical supplies in a world without modern conveniences. Health and Medical Preparedness: Learn how to treat injuries, maintain hygiene, and manage mental health in the absence of professional medical care. Long-Term Survival Strategies: Discover how to become self-sufficient with advanced food preservation techniques, homesteading skills, and community-building tips. Rebuilding and Adapting: Guidance on restoring communication, creating a new social order, and developing infrastructure in a post-EMP society. Future Preparedness: Tips for continuous preparedness, including updating your survival plan, expanding your skillset, and building a supportive network. Written in an easy-to-understand, conversational tone, Surviving the Blackout empowers you with the tools and mindset needed to face an uncertain future with confidence. This is more than just a survival manual—it’s a guide to building a resilient, thriving life in the aftermath of a global catastrophe. Prepare now, survive later, and emerge stronger from the darkness.

New York City falls into chaos when an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) weapon is set off in orbit, triggering the most massive power failure and blackout in history. The blackout, whose epicenter is New York City, is far more serious than any ordinary mass power outage, since EMP destroys unprotected electrical and digital systems, including computers, automotive systems, radio and cellular communications, public transportation switching and control systems, street lighting and other vital infrastructure without which civilization can't function. The EMP pulse triggers multinational military and civil operations ranging from rescue to combat, while in the meantime New York's five boros are turned into a savage battleground in a concrete jungle where survival of the fittest has suddenly become the only law. To some city denizens, though, the blackout comes as a blessing in disguise, making it possible to stage and execute the heist of the century under cover of darkness ... The Blackout Heist. High-tech criminals posing as terrorists devise a method of blacking out the entire city of New York -- selectively by district -- by securing control of the national power grid. Their target has never before been so much as touched. This time will be different. Way different. The heist will go down among the greatest robberies in the history of criminal enterprise. The cops will be put out of action. The military will be out of gas. Emergency first responders will be stalled. The city of New York will be out of the vital electrical power its millions of inhabitants need to stay safe and secure. In the midst of this turmoil a determined band of professional thieves await the chance of a lifetime. It's the opportunity to make the score of a lifetime, if not the score of the century. The big money job has been planned for years, and now the time has come to make the final move and net an almost unimaginable fortune in looted treasure. The Blackout Heist. By #1 New York Times bestselling author David Alexander.

"The Blackout Book Club is a fabulous novel that will warm the hearts of readers everywhere. Amy Lynn Green gives us a poignant look at life on the home front during WWII and how comfort and camaraderie can be found in the shared love of books. This will be a wonderful book club read!"--MADELINE MARTIN, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Bookshop in London In 1942, an impulsive promise to her brother before he goes off to the European front puts Avis Montgomery in the unlikely position of head librarian in small-town Maine. Though she has never been much of a reader, when wartime needs threaten to close the library, she invents a book club to keep its doors open. The women she convinces to attend the first meeting couldn't be more different--a wealthy spinster determined to aid the war effort, an exhausted mother looking for a fresh start, and a determined young war worker. At first, the struggles of the home front are all the club members have in common, but over time, the books they choose become more than an escape from the hardships of life and the fear of the U-boat battles that rage just past their shores. As the women face personal challenges and band together in the face of danger, they find they have more in common than they think. But when their growing friendships are tested by secrets of the past and present, they must decide whether depending on each other is worth the cost. Includes a book club discussion guide and The Blackout Book Club book list "A salute to the power of books and of friendship!"--SARAH SUNDIN, bestselling and award-winning author of Until Leaves Fall in Paris "The Blackout Book Club is an engaging story that illustrates the power of books to unite and encourage us in trying times. . . . A wonderful read."--LYNN AUSTIN, author of Long Way Home

The Blackout Effect: Rescue Me! is a gripping story based in a calm coastal town named Turtle Beach, Texas. This Gulf Coast tale of Mother Nature goes wrong is exciting as a California team of first responders are caught off guard during their arrival when savoring warmth and waves. Little do they know that tremors and brownouts are just the beginning of a hellish nightmare. Centered on an adventurous couple, paramedic ALEX CALLAHAN-ARMSTRONG and firefighter MIKE ARMSTRONG, who are trying to save lives during a mysterious earthquake swarm, thunderstorms, an imminent hurricane—and a mega blackout. Deadly snakes and aggressive gators, a storm surge and chaos invade the once-serene Southern town while 9-1-1 is unavailable. Throughout the adventure-thriller, readers follow the two first responders and their team rescuing islanders who face chilling challenges in darkness. Madness at stores, pharmacies, and a nursing home, along with beach rescues are what these first responders tackle while saving lives—as well as putting their own lives in extreme danger. If you liked 2012 and Sharknado sci-fi films, you’ll love this suspenseful page-turner to see just how far people will go when the lights go out.

In a small town located in northern Spain, electricity has mysteriously stopped working. Batteries, cellphones, vehicles, and even all types of machines don't work anymore. The government sends several agents to investigate the murder of the owner of one of the bars in town, the rape of a girl, and the suicide of the local priest. Apparently, all those deaths are related to the blackout.

WHAT HAPPENS IN THE ELEVATOR STAYS IN THE ELEVATOR In the pitch blackness, trapped between floors, Peter Reynolds had almost convinced himself that the woman in the suddenly too-cramped-for-comfort elevator car was not off-limits...and that the desperate passion they shared would not change everything.