Category: Contemporary Fiction

Greasy Joe’s & Other Stories

Those were her last words ‘wish me luck!’ What happened to Jessie the day she left Greasy Joe’s? Twelve dark or darkly funny contemporary short stories. Spend time with each, very individual character as they narrate their story. Discover their jealousies, loves, delusions, dreams, crimes and acts of kindness. Greasy Joe’s. Not Like Back Then. Curriculum Vitae Number Thirty-Four, The Ivy House What They Don’t Know Henry The Eighth I Didn’t See Anything Ouagad... [Read More...]

Free: Small Fortunes

Thunderstruck! Steve Stackhouse was overwhelmed by the woman on the other side of a crowded subway car on a steamy, miserable evening in New York City. Steve had to meet her, but he was so shy that he might inadvertently let her slip away through the crowd. As she exited the train, a sudden summer rainstorm provided the opportunity and encouragement he needed as he offered her his umbrella. That unexpected and spontaneous meeting would change their lives forever and form exciting romantic and b... [Read More...]

Free: The Sand Between Us: Hidden In The Heart – Book 1

Country music superstar Clayton Meyers and entrepreneur Kate Meyers, may seem like they have everything they ever wanted: fame, riches, and the lifestyle to match. From the outside, they do. Their life in Nashville looks like paradise. But in reality, their relationship has gone cold. Like ships passing in the night, they now live like strangers, questioning whether the other cares anymore. With both Clayton and Kate passionately pursuing busy careers, the years of striving individually have le... [Read More...]

Fallen Foe

Arsène Corbin does not intend to marry for love. His fiancée has always been a means to an end, a woman he wants to conquer. But when she dies suddenly in an accident, Arsène’s grand plan unravels. Still reeling from his fiancée’s death, he meets Winnifred Ashcroft, a struggling actress who lands a coveted role in a play at his theater…and knows things about his late fiancée no one else does. The only problem? They can’t stand each other. Backstage at Arsène’s theater, Winnie be... [Read More...]

My Day As Regan Forrester

A Midwestern mom wakes up on the dangerous end of a body-swap bargain she never agreed to . . . Stuck in a rut as wife, teacher, and mom, Beth Barony makes a birthday wish for more excitement in her life—and wakes up as film star Regan Forrester, known for her rebellious smolder and empty head. What could be more fun than playing Hollywood princess for a day? But Regan’s life is anything but glamorous. While Beth scrambles to protect Regan’s shaky career and crumbling relationships, Regan... [Read More...]

Free: Black Chalk: A Portia Black Thriller

When Portia Black, professional vigilante, returns to the east coast to investigate the disappearance of an undercover NYPD officer, it seems like the long-cold trail is a never-ending loop of u-turns and dead ends. What’s worse, depending on who you ask, Isabella Parker is long dead. Or very much alive. Her father, Elroy, is convinced that she was murdered by Klaus Von Hollen, eighties club czar and furry maven, who is soon to be released from prison with a brain tumor. But Klaus has a very ... [Read More...]

At Rope’s End

Sonny Dankovic loves his job as a superintendent of an apartment building. He likes the tenants, and they trust him to be there for them—no matter what. Then why does he want to commit suicide? Sonny has this secret which leads him to believe he’d be better off dead. So he makes detailed plans on how to accomplish his objective. But just as soon as he starts his latest attempt, one of the tenants has an emergency, and Sonny comes to their rescue. In the nick of time, the trigger isn’t pul... [Read More...]

Free: The Excelsior Appointment

Cameron Cunningham is flying high. Young, bold and ambitious, the rising star of Sydney’s advertising industry is one deal away from landing the biggest promotion of his career. But, for the man so used to having it all go his way, life is about to get a whole lot harder. Burdened by family and threatened by failure, the weight of expectation looms large. Petty rivalries and fractured relationships jeopardize the best-laid plans, as jealousy, spite, addiction and violence threaten to push thi... [Read More...]

The Bridge to Freedom Series

The time, place, and people are easy to engage with and easy to read about because they are familiar. Come along and take a peek at the characters, see how and where they lived, get a sense of what was considered acceptable or not. Join Everett and Violet Banks and see beneath their many layers as they experience joyful and poignant moments in their lives from the time they met as children until they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. From $0.99 to $2.99 on Kindle. Learn More ... [Read More...]

The Julia Street Series

The Julia Street Series brings this small place to life in a big way. Perhaps you were lucky enough to grow up in such a place, where neighbors supported each other, where children roamed freely and there was a sense of community. You will find everyday trials and tribulations common to many and a vivid portrayal of a time long ago. There is a lot of truth within the people depicted. The Julia Street Series details the African American experience in the 20th Century. $0.99 each on Kindle. Learn... [Read More...]