Fiction

After retiring from a distinguished federal career, Danielle Spencer expected her next chapter to be peaceful. Hoping to ease into retirement, she accepts a position with Washington, D.C.'s public school system, believing she can use her leadership experience to help students succeed.Instead, she walks into a world she never imagined.What begins as a new career quickly becomes an eye-opening journey through a workplace where fear replaces collaboration, loyalty is demanded instead of earned, and questioning authority comes at a cost. As Danielle confronts unsafe working conditions, bureaucratic dysfunction, retaliation, and a culture that discourages dissent, she begins documenting what she ...

istrict Nurse Mary Grey saves the life of young architect, Anthony West, when he is involved a car wreck, only for West to tell her it was no accident. Someone tried to kill him. Mary is skeptical at first, but when West dies, she’s determined to investigate the matter. More blood is spilled, and Mary becomes embroiled in a tangled web of intrigue and murder as she joins forces with exiled Jewish German detective Franz Shaefer. And on top of everything else, Mary finds herself dangerously attracted to Anthony’s beautiful and unattainable sister Harriet.5

In a world that hasn't seen true upheaval for centuries, two young women stand at the crossroads of destinies that will reshape everything.One is a girl whose life was turned upside down by a sudden, drastic change. As she grows, she's forced into a new reality—one filled with unexpected allies, awakened magic, and a danger in every shadow. A journey that will test who she is meant to become.The other is the eldest daughter of an ancient vampire clan. To survive, she must walk a path no one prepared her for, face troubles she couldn't expect, and increase her strength for everything that awaits her.But as dark forces stir and long-forgotten magic awakens again, their worlds begin to shift....

Jimmy Crikey is the alien orphan who chose to make his home on Earth in the subterranean wonderworld of Roombelow. Jimmy was bullied because he looked different, until he found Roombelow, where his big, kind heart expanded and made him a hero.  Among his circle of friends were the four witch guardians of Earth’s realms and Lord Oron the Weatherman, who patrolled the skies in his cloud. Jimmy’s closest and best friend, Annison, has forgotten about her previous life as a Mermite. Her memory has been wiped. That was the price the supernatural Master extracted for saving her life and replacing her tail and fins with legs.Jimmy’s computer, XRU, advised that it could be possible to...

In 2072 a huge mining corporation is extracting precious minerals from deep beneath the surface of Mars.As the settlement developed, crime appeared and a security force was formed. John Washington, a seasoned detective, joined the newly formed Galileo police division assuming it would be easy work dealing with petty crime, worker disputes and corporate security.Then, when a body is discovered in a remote satellite uplink tower, his routine is shattered as he must begin what no one expected in this fledgling colony - a murder investigation.As the close-knit population comes to terms either this shocking development, power struggles erupt between those seeking to take advantage of the revelati...

The explosion wasn’t meant to kill just two people—it was meant to send a message, and DEA agent Dillon Rains was the one forced to read it. When a pipe bomb explodes in a Miami park, killing a mother and her young child, DEA explosives expert Dillon Rains is thrust into a case that threatens to unravel him. Newly transferred from Detroit and haunted by past failures, Dillon leads a task force racing to stop a series of escalating attacks.As the investigation unfolds, Dillon uncovers a chilling truth: vulnerable teens are being used as pawns in a ruthless criminal operation determined to make a statement—no matter the cost. Each lead pulls him deeper into a web of drugs, corruptio...

Travis dreamed of partnering with a police dog—but Fate handed him a faery and something unexpected instead…Corporal Travis McLean is a man on a mission and doesn’t have time to waste on trivialities like love or relationships lasting longer than a night or two. He has always been laser-focused on his dream of becoming a K9 officer like his parents — but that driving ambition takes a backseat when he catches a beautiful, runaway faery rummaging through his fridge…In faraway sixth-century Ireland, the evil druid Ansgar has been enslaving the fae for a dark purpose, and the one that got away could be his ultimate downfall. Now, Ansgar will move through time itself to b...

A captivating story of two young people, Stephen and Sybil, whose undying love is severely tested by the predjudice and hate of Stephen's mother, Eunice Winslow. For reasons besides wrong color and class, Eunice despises Sybil. So when fair-skinned Claire arrives in Lebanon, Eunice forces Sybil out of town, thus setting the stage  Stephen to marry Claire. But that turns out wrong. Very soon, Claire leaves to join her new man, Clive Miller, in Kingston.To Eunice instense chagrin, Sybil returns home after achieving remarkable success, and the lovers are back together again. Stephen wants to be free to marry his true love but Eunice will not have it! Enlisting the support of her estranged ...

Since defeating the evil Global Alpha saving mankind from annihilation, Caleb and Marla have gone back to their quiet lives. Sadly, "quiet" never lasts.A werewolf delegation explains to Caleb that by killing the last Alpha and then not assuming the position himself, the werewolf world has fallen into chaos, fractured packs, and bitter infighting. Born followers, the werewolves NEED a strong leader to restore balance and order.Realizing his responsibility for this situation, Caleb knows he must must step up and be the leader they need, even though it is the last thing he wants to do.But there are those who do not recognize him as the legitimate leader. Rejecting his policy of détente with hu...

Jimmy Crikey is the orphan alien who was left on Earth when his ambassador parents died.Because of his strange appearance Jimmy was bullied beyond his endurance at school. He ran way and discovered the underground world of Roombelow. Mr McDonald, the Mayor and his wife Amanda ‘adopted’ the strange looking boy who had saved Roombelow from the sleeping spell cast by Matilda, the witch who forgot how to laugh. Gemma, the little lady who had lived at the bottom of the well, but didn’t know how she got there, was Jimmy’s greatest friend and once Jimmy restored Gemma to her clan of Diamonites in the cave world of Lithania, her tiny niece Jade became Jimmy’s greatest admirer.Now free...

In a society where tradition reigns, Caged Hearts explores the tumultuous journey of Selva and Anand—two cousins bound by a love that society forbids.  As Selva navigates the suffocating expectations of his conventional mother, including the pressure of marrying Sue, he finds himself drowning in a life of deceit.But fate intervenes, after nearly a year into marriage. As secrets unravel and a chance encounter brings truth to light, the stage is set for a fiery confrontation. Masks are forced to be ripped off.  With the stakes higher than ever, will love triumph over the chains of tradition, culture and beliefs?  In this gripping tale of sacrifice and authenticity, Caged Heart...

Cara travels through a labyrinth of heartbreak, a web of deceit, and the road to survival and hope throughout her four different relationships. These four men have touched her life, changed her, and taught her how to be a survivor. Follow along as Cara channels resilience, faith, and pure strength to get beyond the infidelity and distrust to love herself again

Una selezione di storie “strane” e inquietanti scritte tra la fine dell’Ottocento e l’inizio del Novecento, un periodo in cui il confine tra scienza e soprannaturale era più labile che mai. Questi racconti, originariamente pubblicati sulla storica rivista statunitense “Weird Tales”, esplorano i confini dell’ignoto, del mistero e dell’orrore, rivelando un irresistibile fascino per l’arcano. Tra incubi visionari e viaggi oltre i limiti del tempo e dello spazio, questa raccolta vuole essere un tributo ai pionieri della narrativa fantastica, le cui idee continuano a ispirare generazioni di lettori e scrittori. Il Racconto di un Uomo Morto, di Willard E. HawkinsLa Cosa dal...

It is a story of a sexually assertive woman in the heart of criminality.Josh is married to the staid Rachel, brought up within a religious Jewishfamily with a vivid sexual imagination. Shattering taboos after marrying aJew but without a spiritual calling.She persuades her grandfather to discreetly employ her husband, Josh,in an illegal family business predominantly run in Manchester.Rachel gradually finds her sexual awakening, competing unknowinglybut with suspicions of Josh’s adultery.Josh accepts his role within the bosom of the family's illicit drugbusiness. Josh was previously a petty criminal, creating family strains.The grandchildren and Lydia, who are respected and trusted, operate ...

Winner of International Impact Book Award in December, 2024 in category of Adventure and Action.What the Judges said:“Unforeseen Saskatchewan stood out due to its exceptional storytelling and impact, earning you the top spot in the Adventure/Action category.”Available on Amazon🌪️ The Year is 2032… And the Truth is Under Siege! 🌪️🏆 From the award-winning author of gripping Action and Adventure, comes a novel you cannot ignore!What happens when the fight for survival collides with the battle for truth? Allan Walker, a bold podcaster with a secret past, uses his voice to expose the climate crisis—but someone powerful wants him silenced.Dr. Wong, a brilliant scientist, uncov...

Hester Hughes is forced from her home in England to the Scottish Highlands to tend an ailing child.Hester is an innocent woman thrown into a world of Vikings and superstition that threaten her life at times.An innocent remark made is misconstrued and suddenly she is labeled: Witch!Seth McFarland is a Viking Warrior who does not believe superstitious nonsense, but he does believe he would definitely like to get to know the beautiful red-headed, fiery lass thrown into his life by a twist of Fate.Finding Hester sitting so quietly wary and frightened in that field of flowers, the man feels an instant physical attraction. One he wishes to explore in minute detail.Hester finds herself thrown into ...

I’m Keshawn—a tech genius, and admittedly, a sheltered virgin.Enter Abdul, a handsome alpha, exuding dominance and arrogance.His relentless teasing fuels our fiery enemies-to-lovers tension.Our spark is undeniable, bursting into a forbidden one-night stand.Now, we're forced under the same roof, igniting explosive chemistry.Clash of faith and desire on a steamy collision course.My best friend's brother isn't just off-limits; he's my nemesis.Can a single night of scandal set passion ablaze between enemies?But when his past returns to haunt us, doubt drives me away.Can we battle faith, and betrayals and embrace what’s truly ours?One grand gesture is our only hope to bridge love's divide.B...

Shot dead at the battle of Brown's Mill in 1864, Elijah Jones, a sergeant in the 8th Regiment of Indiana Cavalry, learns that he has been recruited by an immortal being named Adrestia Rhamnousia to help dispense justice in a dark world.As part of his preparation and training, Eli spends five years with the Texas Rangers, riding with Captain Bill McDonald, one of the greatest Ranger Captains of all time. He deals with the worst humanity has to offer -- robbers, carpetbaggers, crooked lawmen, and the owner of a notorious New York speakeasy.Follow Eli Jones as he makes the transition to the avenger known as Justice O. Peace."Justice Rides" is not just a story of illicit sex, cheating, and retri...

Sanders Labs has been experimenting with genetics trying to find a cure for PTSD. The implications of this therapy for the military would be amazing. But what if you took it one step further and weaponized it to make the perfect soldier? A soldier that would be stronger, fearless, smarter, and had no remorse for what happens in battle. And what if it all went terribly wrong and the test subjects became psychopaths after getting JM128X with an expiration date of eight months after the initial therapy date? For soldiers like Mel Trask, his only hope is to find Joe Morgan in a town called Pine Creek to see if there is an antidote before he and his team die. Mel and his team will do anything to ...

Max Large finds himself in a strange time after a boating accident. After discovering it's 1868 he must find his way back to present day to save Becca, his true love. After watching her die in a horrible accident he is whisked 24 years into the future. The pattern continues and Max must find a way to defeat fate and save Becca when he arrives back in the present day.
A thrilling sci fi adventure from new author Robert Barrio.

It all begins on New Year’s Eve when a sorcerer named Rhyfel from the Morgan dynasty breaks into the Tower of London, where he has been led to believe the Jewel of Power is now stored. The Jewel that once belonged to King Arthur and has been held by the descendants of Merlin for 1500 years. When he discovers it is not there and has been set up by another rival group, he sets out to find the last Merlin descendant and the Jewel before they can.Another secret society of modern knights, called the Green Man, protectors of the English crown, Merlin's descendants, and the Jewel, must now stop either of these groups from achieving their goals. Their lead agent, Ted Rowland, along with his daught...