From historical themes to city life, Christlike attributes to personal development, and trials to blessings reading the novel "Simon" will transport you to life in the 1st century and challenge you to think about the atonement of Christ in an engaging way. Here are 10 reasons why you should read this novel.

Discover the ancient tale of Cyrene: A Greek colony in North Africa that became a beacon of culture, wealth, and resilience amidst challenges.

Explore Captain James Cook's first voyage on the HMS Endeavour, its scientific objectives, discoveries, and the lasting impact on navigation and exploration. Learn about the cultural exchanges, challenges faced, and the expedition's significant contributions to geography and natural history.

The Bible is filled with a rich tapestry of characters, some of whom are well-known, like Moses and Peter, and others who linger in the background, their stories waiting to be rediscovered. These lesser-known figures often carry deep significance, offering unique insights into faith, history, and the human experience. Here, we explore eight of the most intriguing lesser-known biblical figures and uncover what makes their stories compelling and relevant today.

In the bustling realm of biblical historical fiction, where stories intertwine with faith and history, there is one figure who stands out, albeit in the background: Simon of Cyrene. Often overshadowed by grand narratives, Simon’s story offers profound lessons that can inspire and uplift us. My latest novel delves into this unsung hero's life and legacy, and here's why discovering Simon’s journey can be a transformative experience for your faith and personal growth.

There are a number of lessons I learned in writing the story of Simon of Cyrene. Here are three that I considered the most profound, especially when likening them to the global situations we’ve dealt with over the past few years.

Here is a short story that combines the familiar environment of a quaint little village and the glorious hand of nature. How would you react if you were to come across this setting?

A short story based on a real experience. At the heart of this story is the value of life and the moments we share together.

In writing Simon, there were many nuances, structures, and themes that had to be part of the story. This article dives into the creation of the story and why some of the choices were made regarding those nuances, structures, and themes.

The Call is a fictional short-story based on a multitude of my personal experiences with the hopes and frustrations of dating. When all is said and done it is that moment of jubilation that so enthralls the mind and heart.

Welcome to my category “Short Stories by Tyler”. Hopefully that explains the purpose of this section, but if not here is a clarifier: this is the place where you can find short stories I have written.

To start off, I wanted to share the first short story I wrote when I decided to start making writing part of who I was. This one is called Round About. I hope you like the twist within the story!

Journaling comes in all shapes and sizes. One method you may already use or perhaps it has never crossed your mind is the use of digital spreadsheets like Excel. I have been using Excel to journal my hiking since 2014. The unique capabilities of Excel has made it one of my favorite journals. Read more to know why.

For anyone interested in the nautical explorations of the world, learning about the voyages of Captain Cook should be high on your list. Filled with danger, discovery, science, discipline, and first encounters with europeans his voyages filled in the map of the world and may count as the beginning of globalization. Yet all that his voyages achieved it was doe to the crew who enabled the ships to endure multi year voyages into the unknown.

Come learn a little about Tyler Mower, literally what his name means. Then stick around for some questions and answers. If you would like to ask a question please do so respectfully and add it to the comments!

Of the many obscure references of people made throughout the bible one that has ignited a maelstrom of questions and curiosity is Simon of Cyrene, the man who was compelled to cary Jesus’ cross. He has fascinated me for almost a decade. To the best of my ability, I will answer 21 of the top questions people ask about Simon of Cyrene.

What does She look like? What clothing is he wearing? What does her grooming tell us about her social status? Is he attractive? How much wealth does she have? What are his personality quirks? These are questions we ask ourselves about others. Often our own experiences, histories, and prejudices subconsciously answer those questions for us. What if a story focused on a different aspect of character descriptions? “Simon” does, and here is the why and how.

In writing the story of Simon of Cyrene it was necessary to find clues that could lead to knowing more about him. In truth we know almost nothing. But a few tidbits of information are sufficient to build an entire story. Here are the clues I followed and how they lead to the story of Simon.

Years ago I set out to write the story of Simon of Cyrene, the man who helped Jesus carry the cross. The reason why had a long path that crossed many years, meandering in and out of moments of clarification, that ultimately led to the creation of this story. Here is how it came about.