The cover illustration for Tales is an ink wash by my son Thomas Martel, an artist and amateur movie maker.

Tom's older brother Kevin, when he is not steering the boat, takes photos of our adventures and provides insights.

My daughter Christine and my wife Denise at Christine's graduation. Their help and advice has always been invaluable.

This is my friend Capt. Jon at the helm of Capt. Bobby Perkins' trawler. We have had many adventures together on the sea.