Caller 9 "e;Dead Airwaves"e;

Welcome to KDRM-AM, where the crackling static on the airwaves is nothing compared to the chaos behind the scenes. In CALLER 9: "e;DEAD AIRWAVES"e;, Jerry Prince begins what he hopes will be a shining radio career at a station held together by mismatched vinyl records, duct tape, and the eccentric personalities of its staff. But in the unpredictable world of small-town radio, Jerry quickly learns that dead air is the least of his worries. KDRM is a whirlwind of quirky characters and unforgettable mishaps: Darla, the chain-smoking office manager with a penchant for sarcastic coffee mugs; Gus, the station s engineer who s one loose wire away from retirement; and Lou, the veteran DJ who claims to have once arm-wrestled Elvis. The station is a relic of a bygone era, with its water-stained walls and stuffed moose head wearing headphones, but Jerry soon finds himself at the center of a far more modern storm of absurdity. From missing garden gnomes accused of espionage to a drunken beagle wreaking havoc during a live broadcast, Jerry's first weeks at KDRM are anything but smooth. His attempt to run a simple "e;Caller 9"e; contest spirals into a full-blown community crisis, complete with conspiracy theorists, FCC inspectors, and a runaway soundboard that seems possessed. When a listener claims the station is a front for government mind control and presents "e;proof"e; involving donut sprinkles Jerry must figure out how to salvage his show, his job, and his sanity. The mayhem doesn't stop there. An impromptu musical performance during an FCC inspection somehow turns into KDRM s highest-rated hour, and a ferret-themed emergency broadcast inadvertently locks down the local schools. Through it all, Jerry learns that being on air is less about perfection and more about embracing the unexpected, even if that means improvising a jingle to keep an angry sponsor happy or diffusing small-town drama live on the air. With humor, heart, and a cast of delightfully offbeat characters, CALLER 9: "e;DEAD AIRWAVES"e; is a comedic novel that celebrates the unpredictable magic of small-town life and the resilience of those who keep its airwaves alive. Perfect for fans of workplace comedies, behind-the-scenes stories, and small-town escapades, this book will have you laughing, cringing, and rooting for Jerry as he turns every disaster into an opportunity to connect with his audience. Fan of radio nostalgia? Absurd humor? Underdog stories? CALLER 9: "e;DEAD AIRWAVES is your read.