It has been 15 years since publication of my first book. Over the years it has been a prodigious journey of developing my voice, expanding my reach, and, hopefully increasing my influence to do social good through my writing and speaking from the heart. I’ve stayed committed to speak truth to power, doing my utmost to retain the courage and humility to overlook the occasional pushback that I’ve felt from my writing, in my life and career. I’ve strived to always do the right thing and tell the truth, regardless of where the chips fall. That first book on policing brought me to the Prime Minister’s Office and a book signing in Centre Block of Canada’s parliament, and as far as Hong Kong talking about my views on Canadian Policing. I’ve now published over sixty articles, book chapters, and six books, each with a specific message and purpose. Every piece has been a different journey. I am eternally grateful to the people who have empowered me through encouragement and inspiration, and by allowing me the education, training, and platforms to continue developing my voice. It has been remarkable to eventually feel I could call myself an ‘author’ and receive the royalty cheques from my books. I’ve been reflecting more of late, on why I write, and it certainly has never been for money. I recently spent $4,000 to purchase copies of my books, so I could give them out and make them more accessible to the people I feel need the message that each manuscript intends. So, I met today with the Executive Branch, Writing Division of my Corporation, Bob Chrismas Consulting Inc. (Barb and I 
) and decided that all proceeds from my writing from today onward, will be given to charity. This year’s proceeds will go to Cancer Care and Research, as this scourge has claimed several friends and loved ones in my life. Thank-you ALL for reading my stuff; Bob C- Writing for Social Change.
