Holiday Short Stories!

 

Silvia Bell moved to New England to discover her parents' hometown and roots. Purchasing a run-down fixer-upper, she was determined to make it work. She arrived with a pocketful of hope, and a dash of reality. A feel-good short story of courage, hope, and perseverance.

The Journey Home: 

In the heart of New England, where the air is crisp and the leaves turn a myriad of colors come fall, Silvia Bell embarked on a journey that was more than just a change of address—it was a quest to connect with her past and build her future. With a heart full of dreams and a fixer-upper that was more 'fixer' than 'upper', Silvia's story is one that resonates with the undying spirit of hope and the relentless pursuit of happiness.

Silvia's adventure began with a simple yet profound goal: to discover her parents' hometown and roots. It was a path that led her to a quaint, run-down property that seemed to whisper stories of yesteryears through its creaking floorboards and peeling paint. But where many saw a house that time forgot, Silvia saw potential—a canvas to paint her new beginnings.

Armed with a pocketful of hope and a dash of reality, Silvia rolled up her sleeves and got to work. The renovation process was no small feat. It was a test of patience, creativity, and sometimes sheer willpower. But with every nail hammered and every wall painted, the house slowly transformed, and so did Silvia. Each day was a step closer to reviving the warmth and charm that the house once knew, and with it, a deeper connection to her family's history.

This feel-good story is more than just about renovating a house; it's about laying down roots in a place where family ties run deep. It's about the courage to start over, the hope that fuels the journey, and the perseverance to see it through. Silvia's story inspires us to believe that no matter how daunting the task, with a little bit of courage and a lot of hard work, anything is possible.

Join us as we follow Silvia's inspiring journey, a testament to the power of dreams and the strength found in our roots. It's a narrative that reminds us all that sometimes, the best way to move forward is by going back home. Stay tuned for more updates on Silvia Bell's New England adventure, where every hammer and nail is a step towards a dream realized.

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The Brittle Riders

 

 

After humans circumvented anti-AI laws and made new species to fulfill roles of menial laborers, sex slaves, and shock troops those creations eventually rose up and killed every man, woman, and child on the planet. This is the world if Frankenstein's monsters ruled the Earth.

 

The Brittle Riders

Book One

by Bill McCormick

Genre: Science Fiction Fantasy

In a far future, Earth had already been visited by an alien race called the Sominids, who came here for the express purpose of drinking and having sex with everyone they could. When one of their infamous parties resulted in the moon being cut in half and killing everyone who happened to live there, they quietly left. Their encounter with the Sominids had taught the human race many things, primarily that faster-than-light travel did not exist. Denied the stars, the human race began to dwindle in numbers and terminate all of their space programs.

 A thousand years later, a scientist named Edward Q. Rohta circumvented anti-AI laws, laws which had been on the books for millennia, by creating organic creatures to provide manual labor. Instead of dying after ten years, as promised in the company brochure, they would develop flu-like symptoms and go into hiding. Eventually, fed up with the mistreatment they suffered at the hands of humans, they rose up and killed every man, woman, and child on the planet. This is the story of what happens next. The Brittle Riders; Apocalypses are funny that way.

 A very unique tone and world, reminiscent of GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY meets a MAGNIFICENT SEVEN/DIRTY DOZEN - type setup, but with a look, flavor, and lexicon all its own. In a world where studios and streamers are looking for IP that's expansive, both narratively and in terms of ancillary possibilities (prequels, offshoots, video games, etc.), (The Brittle Riders) certainly seems to offer up a number of possibilities. - Garrick Dion – Producer

  

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BILL McCORMICK is an award-winning and critically acclaimed author of several novels, graphic novels, and comic book series, and has appeared in numerous anthologies. He began writing professionally in 1986 for the Chicago Rocker Magazine in conjunction with his radio show on Z-95 (ABC-FM) and went on to write for several other magazines and blogs. He wrote a twisted news & science blog at WorldNewsCenter.org. It provided source material for his weekly radio show on WBIG 1280 AM, FOX!, which aired from 10/2010 to 8/2022. Bill is a big fan of music and this rainbow-haired goddess who married him just for fun. You can find out more about him at BillMcSciFi.com.

 

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The Mysterious Case of the Missing Motive

 

A spin-off from the Charlie Kingsley Mystery series! The Redemption Detective Agency is a funny, twisty cozy mystery series set in the 1990s featuring silver sleuths solving cold cases. Great for fans of the Thursday Murder Club.

The Mysterious Case of the Missing Motive

The Redemption Detective Agency Book 1

by Michele Pariza Wacek

Genre: Cozy Mystery

  

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. Or maybe a gin and tonic.

Emily Hildebrandt has run into a bit of a rough patch. She's lost her job, her fiancé and her apartment. Still, she never expected to be desperate enough to accept an invitation to live with her eccentric Aunt Tilde in Redemption, Wisconsin.

But, beggars can't be choosers. Even if part of the deal is she has to pretend to work at her aunt's latest hair-brained scheme, The Redemption Detective Agency.

Seriously, the woman is a retired nurse. Why does she think she's remotely qualified to run a detective agency, especially in a creepy little town like Redemption?

But, when a strange phone call suddenly thrusts them into an actual case, Emily finds herself hoping her aunt really does know what she's doing ... or an innocent person may be the one to suffer the consequences.

A spin-off from the Charlie Kingsley Mystery series! The Redemption Detective Agency is a funny, twisty cozy mystery series set in the 1990s featuring silver sleuths solving cold cases. Great for fans of the Thursday Murder Club.

  

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A USA Today Bestselling, award-winning author, Michele taught herself to read at 3 years old because she wanted to write stories so badly. It took some time (and some detours) but now she does spend much of her time writing stories. Mystery stories, to be exact. They're clean and twisty, and range from psychological thrillers to cozies, with a dash of romance and supernatural thrown into the mix. If that wasn't enough, she posts lots of fun things on her blog, including short stories, puzzles, recipes and more, at MPWNovels.com.

Michele grew up in Wisconsin, (hence why all her books take place there), and still visits regularly, but she herself escaped the cold and now lives in the mountains of Prescott, Arizona with her husband and southern squirrel hunter Cassie.

When she's not writing, she's usually reading, hanging out with her dog, or watching the Food Network and imagining she's an awesome cook. (Spoiler alert, she's not. Luckily for the whole family, Mr. PW is in charge of the cooking.)

  

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Silvia Bell

Silvia Bell moved to New England to discover her parents' hometown and roots. Purchasing a run-down fixer-upper, she was determined to make it work. She arrived with a pocketful of hope, and a dash of reality. A feel-good short story of courage, hope, and perseverance.

The Journey Home: 

In the heart of New England, where the air is crisp and the leaves turn a myriad of colors come fall, Silvia Bell embarked on a journey that was more than just a change of address—it was a quest to connect with her past and build her future. With a heart full of dreams and a fixer-upper that was more 'fixer' than 'upper', Silvia's story is one that resonates with the undying spirit of hope and the relentless pursuit of happiness.

Silvia's adventure began with a simple yet profound goal: to discover her parents' hometown and roots. It was a path that led her to a quaint, run-down property that seemed to whisper stories of yesteryears through its creaking floorboards and peeling paint. But where many saw a house that time forgot, Silvia saw potential—a canvas to paint her new beginnings.

Armed with a pocketful of hope and a dash of reality, Silvia rolled up her sleeves and got to work. The renovation process was no small feat. It was a test of patience, creativity, and sometimes sheer willpower. But with every nail hammered and every wall painted, the house slowly transformed, and so did Silvia. Each day was a step closer to reviving the warmth and charm that the house once knew, and with it, a deeper connection to her family's history.

This feel-good story is more than just about renovating a house; it's about laying down roots in a place where family ties run deep. It's about the courage to start over, the hope that fuels the journey, and the perseverance to see it through. Silvia's story inspires us to believe that no matter how daunting the task, with a little bit of courage and a lot of hard work, anything is possible.

Join us as we follow Silvia's inspiring journey, a testament to the power of dreams and the strength found in our roots. It's a narrative that reminds us all that sometimes, the best way to move forward is by going back home. Stay tuned for more updates on Silvia Bell's New England adventure, where every hammer and nail is a step towards a dream realized.

Grab your copy today!

https://mybook.to/SilviaBell

Love Holiday Stories? Grab the whole holiday story collection

Available in Paperback Print, Large Print, Hardcover, E-book, and Audio!

https://mybook.to/EnchantedHolidays 

Have a good moments day!

Pam Ackerson

http://author.to/PamelaAckerson

@PamAckerson

www.PamelaAckerson.net

The Revolution Series

 

 

World War III has erupted on American soil. 

Seventeen-year-old Jadzia’s life will never be the same again.

Path of Redemption

The Revolution Series Book 2

by Heather Kreke

Genre: YA Christian Dystopian

In the last year, Jadzia Mills has survived war, the death of her best friend, being almost beaten to death, and a cross-country journey to reunite with her family.

Now she’s being hunted by the military she abandoned. When almost captured, she faces a choice: continue to run or surrender and face a court-martial with an unknown sentence. To protect her family, she surrenders and is sentenced to a long prison term.

In prison she must face vicious inmates, brutal guards, and unending hours of loneliness, all while dealing with the horrors of her past.

Thanks to a favor from a sympathetic sergeant, Jadzia is released early. But the world she knew has changed. A divide between believers and nonbelievers is forming, and she must choose where she belongs.
With her family. Or the boy she loves?

 

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Path of Totality

The Revolution Series Book 1 

2023 Selah Award Winner in First Novel
2023 Selah Award Finalist in YA Fiction

World War III has erupted on American soil. Seventeen-year-old Jadzia’s life will never be the same again.

As a mandatory draft takes effect, Jadzia finds herself on the front lines of the war, torn apart from her family. But when her best friend is killed, Jadzia is desperate to find her way back to them. She abandons her platoon and sets out on her own.

Jadzia must navigate a dangerous cross-country journey, facing betrayal, violence, and the constant threat of death. Along the way, she meets Ryker–the son of a faith leader whose places of worship have been attacked. Despite the chaos, Jadzia finds refuge and friendship among Ryker’s unlikely group of individuals … even though their faith is a little old-fashioned. And Ryker's insistence on helping her doesn't make it easier for Jadzia to resist her growing feelings toward him.

But the military is determined to capture Jadzia and all outlaws. When survival seems impossible, will sacrifice be their only route to freedom?

This action-packed YA dystopian novel is perfect for fans of The Out of Time Series and The Gifting Series.

 

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Heather Kreke is passionate about showing teens and young adults they can find hope in God’s plan for their lives—even through the darkest times. Her debut novel Path of Totality won first place in the 2023 Selah awards in the First Novel category.

She is the Blog Manager for the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference, Coordinator for the Blue Ridge Readers Connection, and a writing coach. In her spare time, she teaches writing classes, writes numerous blogs, and has completed coursework through the former Christian Writers Guild. Married since 2004, Heather has three daughters.

 

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Crashers

 

 

 How far would you go to get rich?

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Crashers

by Lindy S. Hudis

Genre: Thriller, Suspense  

**Currently in film production with Face 2 Face Productions!**

How far would you go to get rich?

What if you were desperate? What if you were completely out of options? Would you cut in front of a sparkling, new Mercedes on the busy L.A. freeway and slam on the brakes? What if it were that easy?

Enter the world of Crashers...

The con is simple: Get in a car accident. Collect the insurance blood money. What could go wrong? That's what Shari believed when she found herself in dire need of cash. When she meets the sexy and mysterious Bryce, the teaches her all about how to be a "capper."

Soon, Shari realizes that by staging more of these accidents, she'll have more money than she knows what to do with.

But as she becomes more and more obsessed with her strange new world, she discovers there's no such thing as easy money. And what started out as a simple payout soon turns into a deadly game.

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Lindy Sternberger Hudis is an award winning filmmaker, author and actress. Lindy is a graduate of New York University, where she studied drama at Tisch School of the Arts. She also performed in a number of Off-Off Broadway theater productions while living in New York City.

She is the author of several titles, including her romance suspense novel, Weekends, her "Hollywood" story City of Toys, and her crime novel, Crashers. Her latest release, "Hollywood Underworld - A Hollywood Series" is the first installment of a crime, mystery series.

She is also the author of several erotic short stories, including "The S&M Club", "The Backstage Pass", "Guitar God", "The Guitarist", and "The Mile High Club".

Her short film "The Lesson", which she wrote, produced and directed, has won numerous awards, including 'Best Short Film' at the Paris International Film Festival, The Beverly Hills Arthouse Film Festival and the San Fransisco International Film Festival.

She is also a former actress, having appeared in the television daytime drama "Sunset Beach", "Married with Children" , "Beverly Hills 90210" and the feature film "Indecent Proposal" . She and her husband, Hollywood stuntman Stephen Hudis, have formed their own production company called Impact Motion Pictures, and have several projects and screenplays in development. She lives in California with her husband and two children.

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Strike Three You're in Love

 

 

Why love the game when you can love the 'opposition' instead?

Strike Three: You’re in Love

by Anna Denisch

Genre: LGBTQ Sports Romance

Why love the game when you can love the 'opposition' instead?

 Cody never wanted to play Baseball in the first place, but when his coworker keeps pestering, he agrees to join his company's league team. El only started playing for his company's team to get ahead in his career, and now he's stuck still playing a few years later. When the two meet for the first time on the field, it's an instant connection. With a low-stakes league taken way to seriously by the rest of their teams, Cody and El must work to build a safe bubble for themselves both in the games and in their personal lives.

 Strike Three: You're in Love, is a cozy sports romance about two guys who don't like Baseball. This low-stakes book is all about romantic vibes, silly dates, steamy nights, and people getting way too invested in a game without any actual prize to win.

  

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Anna Denisch was born and raised just outside of Baltimore City, but she has never called it home. When not traveling around the world or daydreaming about dragons, she spends her time looking at books she wants to read without actually touching them. She received her M.F.A in Creative and Professional Writing from Western Connecticut State University and considers daily if she is just insane enough to take her family’s sometime suggestion of getting a PhD.

  

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