A note from the author: Violence is a major theme of the Hooligans storyline. While I take some events in the book to the extreme I tried to write the violence as realistic as possible and to show the consequences of it. As with each act of violence committed, there is a more heinous retaliation. To quote Martin Luther King, "The ultimate weakness of violence is that it is a descending spiral begetting the very thing it seeks to destroy." Mental health is also a common subject throughout the story as the many of the flawed characters struggle with their personal issues as the violence takes a toll on their lives.
Chaz Fenwick, born on May 11, 1980, in Wollongong, Australia, is a devoted heavy metal fan and filmmaker. Introduced to Metallica at 15, he developed a lifelong passion for the band. His teenage years were a blend of music, partying, and screenwriting influenced by Quentin Tarantino. Chaz refined his skills in Los Angeles (2006-2010), deeply immersed in the heavy metal scene and film industry. Returning to Australia in 2014, he penned the novel "Hooligans." In 2021, he established Chazfen Studio, producing the psychological horror film "Malice: Nu Gui."