Los Angeles, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/05/2018 -- Best-selling novelist Ron Barak announces the launch of his Study Guide. It's a 40-page sampler with questions and thoughts about THE AMENDMENT KILLER, free to download. The Study Guide is a great way to get a preview of the novel as well as to prompt discussions about the issues raised by it, whether for a book club or just within one's own family.

Visit here to find links to the free Study Guide https://ronaldsbarak.com/buy/.

Consider, for example, the following:

- Are voters free to amend the U.S. Constitution? On their own? If so, how many votes would it take to enact such an amendment?

- How many votes should it take? Is there a difference between "would" and "should"? Would the answers to these questions be different today than when the present Constitution was first adopted over 200 years ago? Should they be? How would someone answer these questions? On what basis?

- Does the U.S. Supreme Court follow the law or make the law? If you were a Supreme Court Justice, how would someone answer that question? Is the answer to this question decided by the law, by politics, or by morality, "right" from "wrong"?

- What if a journalist figured out what was going on behind the scenes. Would it be their duty to reveal the true story to the public? Even if it would mean the young girl's certain death?

- What if a lawyer was hired to argue the amendment's lawfulness before the Supreme Court and also figured out what was going on behind the scenes? Would it be their duty to represent the best interests of their client and persist if they knew it would cause the young girl's death? Could they even report what they knew to the authorities if that might lead to the young girl's death?

- When are these questions answered by legal principles? When are they answered by moral principles? What if these two sets of principles lead to conflicting answers? When can the law be stretched? When can someone take the law into their own hands?

THE AMENDMENT KILLER SYNOPSIS

"We have your granddaughter. Here's what you need to do." That's the text message Supreme Court Justice Arnold Hirschfeld receives as hearings commence in the U.S. Supreme Court to determine the fate of the 28th Amendment – enacted to criminalize abuse of power on the part of our political representatives. Hirschfeld's precocious and feisty 11-year-old diabetic granddaughter Cassie, brutally kidnapped to control her grandfather's swing vote upholding or invalidating the amendment, watches her insulin pump running dry and wonders which poses her greatest threat, the kidnappers or the clock. All the while Hirschfield wonders whether the fate of the country is worth his granddaughter's life.

About Ron Barak
Ron Barak is an Olympic athlete, law school honors graduate, an experienced courtroom lawyer, and himself a diabetic, Barak is uniquely qualified to write this suspenseful novel which will appeal to all political and legal thriller aficionados. Ron and his wife, Barbie, and the four-legged members of their family reside in Pacific Palisades, California. For more about Ron and his writing, go to http://www.ronaldsbarak.com.

The Amendment Killer is now available for purchase in all formats: hardcover, paperback, e-book, and audiobook.

More information at http://www.ronaldsbarak.com and https://ronaldsbarak.com/buy/.

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Los Angeles, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/01/2018 -- Best-selling novelist, Ron Barak's hot new book, THE AMENDMENT KILLER, a Brooks/Lotello Thriller, is now out on audio. The exciting story is narrated by the distinguished Chris Andrew Ciulla, known for his work on The Equalizer, The Finest Hours, and The Magnificent Seven.

The Story

"We have your granddaughter. Here's what you need to do." That's the text message Supreme Court Justice Arnold Hirschfeld receives as hearings commence in the U.S. Supreme Court to determine the fate of the 28th Amendment – enacted to criminalize abuse of power on the part of our political representatives. Hirschfeld's precocious and feisty 11-year-old diabetic granddaughter Cassie brutally kidnapped to control her grandfather's swing vote upholding or invalidating the amendment, watches her insulin pump running dry and wonders which poses her greatest threat, the kidnappers or the clock. All the while Hirschfield wonders whether the fate of the country is worth his granddaughter's life.

The Audiobook

Listen to a sample of the audiobook here: http://bit.ly/TAKAudioBookSample

The audiobook can be purchased here: https://ronaldsbarak.com/buy/.

The Amendment Killer is now available for purchase in all formats: hardcover, paperback, e-book, and audiobook. More information at http://www.ronaldsbarak.com and https://ronaldsbarak.com/buy/.

About Ron Barak
Ron Barak is an Olympic athlete, law school honors graduate, an experienced courtroom lawyer, and himself a diabetic, Barak is uniquely qualified to write this suspenseful novel which will appeal to all political and legal thriller aficionados. Ron and his wife, Barbie, and the four-legged members of their family reside in Pacific Palisades, California. For more about Ron and his writing, go to www.ronaldsbarak.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Representative
info@ganderhouse.com
310-924-9475

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Los Angeles, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 10/05/2017 -- Best-selling novelist, Ron Barak's thriller "The Amendment Killer" has been pegged by Best Thriller Magazine as the best thriller of 2017. Representatives of the magazine recently stated, "Set among the hallowed chambers of the Supreme Court of the United States, Ron Barak's new thriller begins as Thomas T. Thomas III stalks Justice Arnold Hirschfeld's granddaughter. Kidnapping eleven-year-old diabetic Cassie Webber isn't going to be easy. There's no demand for money. Instead, Thomas wants to sway Hirschfeld's critical vote on the Supreme Court's determination of the validity of 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution – one that would criminalize abuse of political power. And if Justice Hirschfeld doesn't comply? Thomas won't kill the girl. He won't have to. He'll simply deny the diabetic youngster the insulin she needs to live.

With that, Barak beautifully sets the stage for a high-stakes legal thriller that is easily the best we've read this year. Former courtroom attorney Barak, who is also diabetic, expertly tells the story from alternating points of view. Barak could easily have chosen more obviously explosive legal topics, such as Roe v. Wade, or a contested presidential election. His decision to aim for more intellectually stimulating fare is refreshing, and by the time the final page is turned, readers will have learned a lot about why the issue is so important. Highly recommended."

Barak has garnered praise for his generosity as well as his talent. THE AMENDMENT KILLER, from the Brooks/Lotello series, will benefit prominent national diabetes organizations who are applauding Barak's generosity. Barbara Davis, the founder of Children's Diabetes Foundation, said of his efforts, "The donations are so greatly appreciated, including Ron's wonderful portrayal of young Cassie Webber in his thriller 'The Amendment Killer.' What a great example Cassie offers to all of our children." To see more of what these organizations say about Barak, go to www.ronaldsbarak.com/diabetes.

Best Thriller Magazine joins a chorus of voices giving advance praise to the novel. "Tense, Timely, and Terrific." Lee Child. "Might well serve as a primer for the commercial legal thriller." John Lescroart. "An unparalleled sense of terror forewarned on the opening page." Andrew Gross. "Manages to channel the best of John Grisham and David Baldacci." Jon Land. "Combining contemporary, timely themes with a classic moral dilemma, this novel entertains and educates." K.J. Howe, "Timely, fast-paced, and heartfelt, you'll mourn the turning of the last page." Anthony Franze. "Captivating, chilling and clever, gripping every parent by the throat." Sandra Brannan. "It's timely, tense, and a perfect read in these uncertain times." Foreword Reviews. "From the vantage point of one who has spent many years in Washington, D.C.THE AMENDMENT KILLER is a terrific, timely and remarkably accurate portrayal of modern-day political dysfunction centered in our capital."  Dennis DeConcini, United States Senator, Ret

About Ron Barak
Ron Barak is an Olympic athlete, law school honors graduate, an experienced courtroom lawyer, and himself a diabetic, Barak is uniquely qualified to write this suspenseful novel which will appeal to all political and legal thriller aficionados. Ron and his wife, Barbie, and the four-legged members of their family reside in Pacific Palisades, California. For more about Ron and his writing, go to http://www.ronaldsbarak.com.

The Amendment Killer is now available for pre-order and will be available for purchase November 1. More information at www.ronaldsbarak.com and http://bit.ly/TAKPreorder.

MEDIA CONTACT:
info@ganderhouse.com
Ron Barak
310-924-9475

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Los Angeles, CA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/26/2017 -- Best-selling novelist, Ron Barak will donate fifty-percent of the proceeds for his new novel to Diabetes research and education. Known for his suspenseful novels, "The Amendment Killer," from the Brooks/Lotello Series, will benefit prominent national diabetes organizations who are applauding Barak's generosity. Barbara Davis, the founder of the Children's Diabetes Foundation, said of his efforts, "The donations are so greatly appreciated, including Ron's wonderful portrayal of young Cassie Webber in his thriller 'The Amendment Killer.' What a great example Cassie offers to all of our children."

The Amendment Killer is a legal and political thriller inspired by Barak's legal career. "We have your granddaughter. Here's what you need to do." That's the text message Supreme Court Justice Arnold Hirschfeld receives as hearings commence in the U.S. Supreme Court to determine the fate of the 28th Amendment – enacted to criminalize abuse of power on the part of our political representatives. Hirschfeld's precocious and feisty 11-year-old diabetic granddaughter Cassie brutally kidnapped to control her grandfather's swing vote upholding or invalidating the amendment, watches her insulin pump running dry and wonders which poses her greatest threat, the kidnappers or the clock. All the while Hirschfield wonders whether the fate of the country is worth his granddaughter's life.

Children's Diabetes Foundation will be featuring The Amendment Killer and Barak's commitment at its October 7 annual black-tie dinner in Denver, Colorado. For additional information, contact CDF's Mattie Peck at 303-628-5106 or mattie@childrensdiabetesfoundation.org.

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation will be doing likewise at its October 29 annual Walk for Diabetes at the Pasadena, California Rose Bowl, expected to draw 8-10,000 participants. For additional information, contact JDRF's Sue Pietrzak at 213-233-9905 or at spietrzak@jdrf.org.

To see more of what these organizations say about Barak, go to http://www.ronaldsbarak.com/diabetes.

About Ron Barak
Ron Barak is an Olympic athlete, law school honors graduate, an experienced courtroom lawyer, and himself a diabetic, Barak is uniquely qualified to write this suspenseful novel which will appeal to all political and legal thriller aficionados. Ron and his wife, Barbie, and the four-legged members of their family reside in Pacific Palisades, California. For more about Ron and his writing, go to http://www.ronaldsbarak.com.

The Amendment Killer is now available for pre-order and will be available for purchase November 1. More information at http://www.ronaldsbarak.com and http://bit.ly/TAKPreorder.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm