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Frank G. Schafer was raised by a brilliant father and a loving mother in a family of comedians and storytellers, where laughter and stories were the centerpiece of every gathering. At 18, he enlisted in the Army and served a year in Vietnam, an experience that continues to shape the emotional depth and raw perspective behind his writing. After returning home, he joined his father's construction business and quickly became a skilled bricklayer, stone setter, and carpenter before launching his own company.
For three decades, Frank built homes, raised three kids, and lived a life full of grit, love, and hard-earned lessons. He didn't begin writing until the age of 58, starting rough but pushing forward through courses, workshops, and a tough but talented writers' group that helped sharpen his voice. Today, he writes fiction, poetry, and opinion pieces with humor, honesty, and a storyteller's instinct rooted in real life.
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Frank's experience in Vietnam shaped both his life and his voice as a writer. These photos offer a rare glimpse into that time. Some are quiet, some are raw, but all carry the weight of a young man seeing the world far too early. His time in Vietnam continues to influence his work, giving it grit, clarity, and a deep understanding of what it means to endure. These are not just old photos. They are pieces of the story behind the storyteller so many have grown to respect, laugh with, and relate to.
Tough, funny, and deeply human. Explore the works of Frank G. Schafer, now available for purchase.
I had a chance to read this novel before it was published. Thought it was very intriguing and suspenseful. The characters were well-developed, and the plot was full of surprises. Frank G. Schafer is obviously a good writer, and hopefully, we can expect more about Sammy in the future.
This was an enjoyable read with a mix of deeply personal memoires and completely fictional and outlandish short stories. My favourites are the memoires and in the way the writing gave me glimpses into the author's experiences. I laughed at some, kringed at times, and felt sorrow and reflection in several others. I recommend this book to those who've lived a sheltered life as well as to those who think they've read it all.
This new writer has one of the best ways with words in years. Touche'. Sammy is about life, liberty, and laughs - a must read!
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