A small-town baker and a guarded alien rider share a spark that makes them irresistible to a mind-mapping hunter. To save her life, she must consent to a bond that will mark her forever - and change both of them. Molly Spears has rebuilt her life around flour, fire, and fairground routines since Spencer died. She knows every gate and shortcut at the Cody rodeo - until a stranger's dart bricks a question into a trailer wall and a bronc rider named Dakota Drake steps between he

Jacksonville Judas' beloved hero, Wade Nevlin, has retired to Key West to forget his painful past in Jacksonville, rife with loss. After a friend introduces him to AA, Wade fulfills his dream of starting a charter boat company aboard the Beverly, named after his cherished, late wife. His new life includes a cadre of new friends, a charming cottage and his beloved dog, Sandy, Then he meets the mysterious, Melina, a stunning, younger woman who discovers a dead body in the front

A Whisper House Press Horror Anthology From the pages of Whisper Heights Independent School Panel's newsletter to the streets of a zombie-apocalypse'd hellscape, Year One is a quick and merciless jaunt through whatever counts as mundane to the poor sods who reside within its pages-those characters to whom we relate all too well. In the first of a planned series of yearly efforts, Whisper House Press has gathered in this short volume the exceptional work published on its websi

A Compilation of Stories, Poems, and Musings

An Adventure of Faith and Freedom

An Epic Fantasy Adventure for TTRPG Fans (Drakkaen Nakkla Book 1)

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From the fluorescent-lit boardroom to the desolate isolation of a lonely spacecraft, Dread Mondays collects stories transforming the abstraction of mundane repetition into tangible nightmares. Featuring Bram Stoker Award winners, 'best of' authors, and fresh voices from around the globe, this anthology, in three parts, exposes the horrors we working stiffs confront in pursuit of a paycheck. "Retail Hell" highlights some of the awful truths of customer service and its forced s

This entertaining and informative picture book introduces the game of golf to your baby. Through simple explanations and well-crafted illustrations, John J. McBrearty will entertain both you and your baby with hours of enjoyment. This is an excellent way to introduce the wonderful game of golf to the youngest children. And remember, it is never too early to start learning the game of golf.

Unnerving, hilarious, grotesque, and emotionally gripping, this collection of social, psychological, and suburban horror expresses what disturbs us most about our experiences internally and interactions with the world around us-including with the HOA, our landlords, live-ins (human or otherwise), neighbors, or, in the end, our eternity with the undying ones. Costs of Living is an inclusive collection with stories from brand-new writers as well as old-hand award winners, inclu

California is more than beaches, sunshine, and vineyards. Two dozen horror authors are about to drag you into their nightmares, taking you on a wild tour behind the sun-soaked glamour, promising chills and thrills that linger long after the last page. With stories ranging from cosmic to body horror, to the comedic and the strange, Dread Coast: SoCal Horror Tales is a descent into the darkest corners of Southern California. These pages carry the whispers of sinister secrets in

Many of us commute daily to work or school. Often the trip is monotonous and uninspiring. One evening William Benchley finds his commute anything but boring. After leaving work at Cal State LA, he takes the Metrolink Express home. Looking forward to dinner with his wife, events soon spiral out of his control. Forced off the train at gunpoint, he is robbed of his ID and keys to the University. Left with nothing but questions, he struggles to make sense of it all. Benchley call

MaryBelle the cow loves her daily farmyard adventures with her best friends, Molly and Maggie—until one day, something magical happens! When the schoolchildren notice the unique shapes on her coat, MaryBelle becomes the star of the farm. But as the excitement fades, she realizes that being famous isn't as special as she thought. Join MaryBelle on this heartwarming journey to discover what truly makes her shine!

The Advocate’s Quandary is book eighteen of The Advocate Series.

The Elegrian Legacy begins here—a gripping sci-fi adventure rich in high-stakes dilemmas, deep character bonds, and first-contact intrigue.

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A Beginner’s guide to professional PODCASTING

Writers and readers are slaves to fate, chance, queens and kings, and desperate people, where poison, war, unjustness, and sickness dwell. Nine Transcendent Authors have taken this paraphrase of John Donne to heart and created nine distinct stories that touch on fate in all its manifestations. A forever long hospital corridor, a WWII castle under siege, a missing male member, visions of alternate futures, an Archangel's promise, gay love and a horrible war, the passion of ali

Modrog Protectors Book 1

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It’s about a kid that grew up in New Jersey around 1930. He quickly learned how easy it was to be a gang leader, but at what a cost. He reluctantly went into the U.S. Army, and after a while, he liked it. After much specialized training, he was promoted to 2nd Lieutenant and reported to the War Department, which ultimately became the Pentagon. He was given small assignments to fix problems and get information for the Chief of Staff. As time went on, his assignments became mor

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Claire meets Dean & Jacob Brothers Dean and Jacob just wanted to find out what their Grandpop was doing on the golf course. Undenounced to Grandpop, the brothers followed Grandpop as he golfed his heart’s content. Until it happened! Dean and Jacob were confronted by a wild beast on the golf course! They had nowhere to run, nowhere to hide. Would this creature try to harm the brothers? It turns out that the creature was a mild-mannered dog named Claire, the Magic Dog. Claire i

The Advocate’s Quandary is book seventeen of The Advocate Series. Join Sabre and JP as they solve the advocate's quandary.

Colonel Fitzwilliam travels from Pemberley to Dublin in pursuit of a woman who has sworn to never marry. The Honourable Miss Catherine Carteret is plain looking, aloof, and wealthy; she uses these qualities to avoid suitors and focus on her passion for ancient languages, history, and antiquities. His arrival kindles the hopes of Viscount Dalrymple, and family, that she will relent and marry the eligible colonel. To earn her favour, he embarks on a journey to uncover the histo

In the charming town of Penduline Village, Christmas is more than just a season—it’s a competition. Kayla's quaint doll store, Enchanted Kingdom, is the heart of the community, filled with nostalgia, magic, and love. She believes every child deserves a toy they’ll cherish. But Patrick, owner of Toys and Games  just down the road, sees toys as just another commodity. He’s focused on profit margins, and determined to outshine Kayla’s charm. Kayla can't stand the thought of some

On a stormy weekend in Cedar City, Utah, seven writers of diverse backgrounds came together to produce the first RoHo Retreat Collaboration, Tricks & Treats: A Romance and Horror Microfiction Anthology. Assembled by editors at Whisper House Press and Collective Tales Publishing, this collection blends the dark and the delightful, offering bite-sized tales of love, loss, and the supernatural.

Steve Capone, Jr. shares three of his previously unpublished works from the last half decade or so. They are a bit odd. Wonder what it might have been like to see Jesus push a kid off a roof? Why an upstanding young woman might be breaking into a thrift shop after hours? Or what a man earning his million-miler recognition might have sacrificed to earn such high esteem? Three shorts answer these questions, at least in the mind of their author.

If you are looking for inspiration, this book is for you! On the following pages, Lt. Colonel John J. McBrearty presents selections of his original inspirational quotations, book synopses, book reviews, and book BLURBS. What makes this literature different is that they are all original creations from a retired career military officer who possesses worldly insights that few of us could ever achieve or even imagine. It is a foregone conclusion that you cannot help but be inspir

Stay Awhile Longer: More Scenes from Temecula Valley is Book 2 of a two-volume anthology. Thematically set in the bucolic Temecula Valley area of Southern California, this compilation of multi-genre short stories are paired with full-color illustrations by local artists. While showcasing the prodigious talent of over thirty Temecula Valley creatives, this book also reveals more: visions of history and ghost stories, the desperation and desires of today's inhabitants, and even

How do you publish a book? That is the $10 million question, and we could literally have the $10 million answer within these pages. What will you take away from this book? My theories have proven themselves with an accomplished track record. I want to share that knowledge with you. In this book, I discuss what I did on the road to writing and publishing my first book, my second book, my third book, and so forth. My simple yet effective secrets to literary success are discusse

AFTER TWENTY-FIVE YEARS OF MARRIAGE, HE LEFT HER WITH NOTHING BUT LOSS & BETRAYAL Lisa Montgomery thought her marriage a happy one, but after her husband succumbs to a fatal illness, she discovers his secret post office box. BEYOND the ABYSS shares a widow's struggle through loss, betrayal, and bitterness. In her search for answers, she finds something unexpected and unwanted - a growing attraction to a retired fire chief. When he pursues her with a passion that melts her icy

Tommy Turtle loves his daily walks, but begins to feel like they’re missing something… Speed! One day, he finds an old skateboard, and all his dreams come true—or so he thinks. Tommy whizzes by Rabbit, who was once much faster than him! But he also zooms by the friends and neighbors he used to stop and talk with. While he loves speeding through the streets, Tommy begins to realize he misses his old way of life. Join along with Tommy Turtle on this ride, and discover the true

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The Advocate's Phantom is Book 16 of The Advocate Series. Join Sabre and JP as they solve the mystery of the phantom crime.

From Military History and Leadership, to How to Write and Get Published on Amazon, or Learning the Golf Swing, John has become a literary powerhouse. Over the last several years, John J. McBrearty has published ten books on Amazon. The incredible interest in his work inspired him to create this publication. This is a “one-stop-shop” for everything pertaining to John’s literary work. In this manuscript, John presents his brief synopses, book covers, standard synopses, book rev

A Guide for Beginning Writers What will you take away from this book? If you read, study, and follow the methods prescribed in this book, you WILL develop into a writer. Through the use of my simple, yet effective, writing exercises, along with a little effort on your part, you can be up and running as a writer in no time. From the author of ARMY VALUES, LEADERSHIP LESSONS, "From Operation Iraqi Freedom", COMBAT JOURNAL, COMBAT ESSAYS, AMERICAN HISTORY, "A Veteran's Perspecti

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This study of leadership resulted from an extraordinary three-decade-long military career that culminated with recognition for excellence by President Barack Obama. ARMY VALUES are the foundation of leadership for the United States Army. The following pages contain real-world leadership examples taken directly from the front lines of Operation Iraqi Freedom and will touch your soul. This is an excellent source of leadership inspiration for future generations of military and c

The Phoenix Monastery takes place around the year 1300 in Kufstein, Austria but mainly in Germany and Austria. The Baron decided he would have some monks start collecting information on anything worth archiving. These monks were noted for being fantastic scribes. In finding information for his people, he also takes a small fee for his services. Along the way, he finds some soldiers to help keep his castle and all the information safe. They happened to be some of the Knights T

Book Four in the Dragon Singer Series In this fourth and concluding book of the series, Deryth Taylor will make some difficult choices on her journey to becoming a true Dragon Singer. Through it all, her mentor, Hyssstryona, is present to guide and strengthen her--until their bond is threatened by a startling revelation.

25th Anniversary Anthology Inland Empire Branch of the California Writers Club Welcome to the 2024 25th Anniversary Anthology of the Inland Empire Branch of the California Writers Club, which was founded in 1999 (The parent California Writers Club was founded in 1909). This collection includes short stories, poetry, memoir, nonfiction, memoir, original drawings and photographs, and one novelette entitled Murder in Huckleberry Heights. This anthology contains the varietal work

Ghost stories from America's Valley of the Sun have never been so creepy, fun, and full of mystery! Welcome to the spooky streets of Phoenix, Arizona! Stay alert! Ghosts lurk around every corner. Even the most unexpected places might be haunted by wandering phantoms.  Did you know that the booming, modern metropolis of Phoenix is a city filled with ghosts? Like the spirits who haunt the Smurthwaite House, which sits on the grounds of Phoenix's oldest cemetery? Or the restless

Max Fredericks can time travel. He doesn't know exactly how it works-just that it does. When it happens again, Max finds himself on the wrong side of the Iron Curtain in 1965 East Berlin. Still queasy from the shock of travel, he witnesses an abduction. The victim is a girl Max later comes to know only as Elsa, and the perpetrators are the Stasi-"the sword and shield of the state" in communist East Germany. Armed with comprehensive knowledge of the Stasi only a nerd from the

This study in leadership is a result of a 32-year military career that culminated in recognition for excellence by President Barack Obama. The following pages contain brutally honest, real-life leadership examples taken directly from the combat zone as documented in the COMBAT JOURNAL book series. An ideal reference for future generations of military and corporate leaders. The format is a simple but effective one. The leadership issue is identified, followed by an expert anal

Book Three in the Dragon Singer Series In the continuing story of Deryth Taylor and Hyssstryona, her dragon mentor, Deryth and her friends are thrilled at some happy news from their teacher. But their mood quickly changes when they are faced with tragic events, and Deryth will ultimately be guided by the dragon through the most difficult challenge she has ever faced.

BASED ON A TRUE STORY A Short Story: A Lonely Wife's Love For a Rescue Puppy With her husband traveling for business and their son deployed on a destroyer, Jane lives a lonely life. She spends anniversaries and birthdays without her husband and struggles with anger and loneliness. Then a stray dog enters her life.