New Release: Swimming the Cleveland Ocean (Audiobook) - zip download (files including front and back book cover, pdf file of the book, and audio playlist in mp3 format) - Paperback available coming soon on Amazon.

Experience the surreal and poetic world of John Palumbo’s latest opus, "Swimming the Cleveland Ocean," brought to life by the legendary voice of Baltimore rock radio, Sarah Fleischer, and a special Foreword by certified forensic humorist, G.D. Fenderson..

This isn't just a story; it’s a "symphony of mirrors" that reflects the humor, heartache, and high-altitude dreams of characters living on the edge of reality . Follow Felix Rain and the enigmatic Daisy Daily as they flee the "gray indifference" of Lake Erie in a rusted-out Buick, chasing a promise written in the smog of the Hollywood Hills .

Why You’ll Love It:

• A Cinematic Journey: Travel from the steel mills of Cleveland through the thin air of Colorado to the shimmering, indifferent lights of Los Angeles .
• Unforgettable Characters: Meet Roosevelt, the postcard-selling preacher; Sunshine Meadows, the "spiritually flexible" yoga instructor; and a cast of dreamers searching for a version of home that might not exist on any map .
• Lyrical Storytelling: Written by the creative genius behind Crack The Sky, the narrative "reads like poetry and feels like music," blurring the lines between a rock-star biography and a modern-day fable .
• The Sarah Fleischer Connection: Narrated with the authentic soul and grit that only a Baltimore icon can provide .

"The ocean isn't water. It's wanting."

Don't miss this early release. Dive into the "Cleveland Ocean" today and find out what happens when you finally stop pretending .