Events and Appearances
What’s Really Happening
Sept 17th, 2022
What’s Really Happening billed Mark as “The great book Author, Mark R Clifford” host Luke Sauer https://www.facebook.com/luke.r.sauer commented “Of all the times he’s joined me, this was probably my favorite. Great vibes!” Mark had a great time! Luke got Mark talking about his police career. One listener noted, “Who knew ex-cops could have such a good sense of humor.” Mark did get a bit outrageous solving many of America’s issues with guest stars: access/comedian Amy Stinger, and classical guitarist Andrei Ivanov.
Creative Writing Life
Sept 9th, 2022
Mark shared some NUGGETS as the featured guest on September 9th episode of Creative Writing Life hosted by fellow Marine Corps veteran Justin Sloan https://imdb.me/JustinSloan, and screenplay writer Paul Zeidman. Mark talked about Typhoon Coast series, writing, and treasure hunts! Tune into future episodes to enjoy expert advice and writer interviews. https://www.facebook.com/groups/526997941213421
Veterans of Foreign Wars Luncheon
May 10th, 2022
Mark will be speaking at the Veterans of Foreign Wars luncheon in Lafayette, CA on May 10th, 2022. Mark will highlight the need for veterans to craft their stories into service.
Less than 0.4 percent of America is serving in the military. Mark will tell his own writing story as well as teach his fellow veterans how to transform their Hero’s Journey into a Clarion Call!
California Writers Club
May 4th, 2022
Mark is proud to announce that he is the Program Chair for the California Writers Club. CWC is a group of novelists, memoirists, poets, and nonfiction writers. Mark’s goal is to make crafting both enjoyable and educational. Mark books speakers for September, November, January, February, April, May, and June. Workshop programs are booked for October and March.
Contact Mark if you are interested in speaking at one of CWC’s monthly luncheons. Speakers can reach over 2,000 members who attend virtually and/or in person.
American Legion Post 105
March 9th, 2022
The San Francisco Bay Area has one of the highest veteran population in America. A Veterans Study polled more than 700 veterans to help identify opportunities for program development, public policy and community collaboration in the Bay Area. I was recently blessed to talk at the American Legion about my “Warrior Week” journey at Zac Brown’s Camp Southern Ground and the work they are doing with the nations’ veterans.
San Francisco’s Italian Athletic Club Fleet Week Luncheon
February 2nd, 2022
Privilege to dine with Donald F. Reid today at San Francisco’s Italian Athletic Club Fleet Week Luncheon. Don served in the Korean War as a Marine machine gunner and was awarded three Battle Stars. Semper Fi! Don and his associates, who include former Peninsula Rep. Pete McCloskey, another Korean combat veteran, have raised more than $300,000 to build the $3.3 million monument. McCloskey, who retired from the Marine Corps as a colonel, is president of the foundation.
FCC Free Radio
January 4th, 2022
Sunday noon to 3 on fccfreeradio.com in studio 2b. I’ve got author Mark Clifford back on the show. I’ve got real extraordinaire Jinelle Marshall In studio also. She’s great at a lot of things. Tune in!
SiSi Caffe
October 31st, 2021
9 AM – Noon
910 Country Club Drive
Moraga, CA
Join us for a Typhoon Coast book signing by the author, Typhoon Coast inspired art, Car show and Live Music. While you are there, enjoy great Latte’s, Mocha’s, Cappuccinos, Chai Latte’s, Frappe’s, Smoothies, Ice cream and milkshakes. Delicious pastries from Starter Bakery and bagels!
Camp Southern Ground
November 2nd, 2021
Met many wonderful people at the Halloween book signing! Your generous donations will benefit our veterans at Zac Brown’s Camp Southern Ground Warrior Week. Check out Three Points of Contact to learn about my experience at Camp Southern Ground
