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Better Daya are Coming

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Better Days are Coming

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Willis’ Lucky Escape- Will Willis escape his kidnappers and summon up the courage to testify against them? Read the full story in Willis’ Lucky Escape.

No Tears for Sonya- Most persons believed that Sonya was a wicked girl. She had been involved in some bad things in her younger days and even since becoming an adult. Will she find redemption and repent of her evil ways? Read the full story in No Tears for Sonya.

The Serial Burglar- Las and Dalby set out to capture Bender, a wily and dangerous praedial thief. On the way they have to fight the man’s sons to get to him. They also have to get out of Lobban’s Woods with Bender and avoid Clinch Salmon and his band of cutthroats. Read the full story in The Serial Burglar.

The Troubled School-All sorts of problems were plaguing the school. Will it be able to overcome these problems? Read the full story in The Troubled School.

Wrong Directions-Romain was given wrong directions and robbed of all his possessions. He has remained on the island to find the men who robbed him. Will he succeed? Read the full story in Wrong Directions.

Who wanted Dory Anthony Dead?- Dory Anthony was dead and Dalton Ferguson, her fiance, was charged with her murder. Reece Patterson, a private investigator, is called in. Can he get Ferguson off the murder charge? Read the full story in Who wanted Dory Anthony dead?

The Amateur Investor-Phil lost all his money in a failed investment scheme. His baby mothers have also taken him to the family court for maintenance. He has also suffered a shock at the loss of his money. Will Phil ever get on his feet again? Read the full story in The Amateur Investor.

The Absentee Husband- Alrick got into trouble with his wife when he got nineteen-year-old Gwen Dacres, pregnant. His wife has left him and he suspects that she is seeing another man. Read the full story in The Absentee Husband.

Delaine’s Dilemma-When a woman is as beautiful as Delaine Tennant, men will do anything to get into bed with her. And that’s exactly what ex-cop, Clyde Harper, was trying to do. When Delaine dropped her lover, Easton Rivers, also another ex-cop, Clyde thought he was in business, except that he had another guess coming in the form or Marc Evers, also another ex-cop. Also, why was Easton so hell bent on destroying his ex-girlfriend’s reputation by labelling her as a worn-out prostitute and a harlot? Read the full story in Delaine’s Dilemma.

Bad Man’s Woman- Was Elroy so infatuated with Carline that he would challenge a Don over her? Or maybe he didn’t know who a Don was. Read the full story in Bad Man’s Woman.

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Critical Habitat by Terrence King

Critical Habitat by Terrence King

A Fantastical Sci-Fi & Dystopian Action-Adventure Mash-Up & WINNER of the 2024 National Indie Excellence Cross-Genre Award. As a devastated world recovers from war and plight, an unlikely heroine emerges and attempts to rescue distressed rebels from the government’s corruption controlling the rationed food supply and from a rogue general trying to steal the only known honeybees. And Earth itself fights back.

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Taking a Shortcut Home

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Taking a Shortcut Home
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After many years of not seeing each other, two friends hardly have time to get reacquainted, before one of them is caught up in an ugly incident. Read the full story in The Incident at Mc Alpine Street.
Caston didn’t want any trouble, but bully boy, Keswick, wouldn’t let him be. Read all about Caston’s reaction to his taunts in The Stabbing Incident.
When Carlene’s dead body was found in a dry river bed, suspicions immediately fell on her boyfriend, Denzil Barned. He was the one who had found her body. Ambitious young Sergeant, Peter Brown, is out to gain more stripes by pinning the murder on him. Read the full story in The Body in the River.
How did Pearline and her associates get away with running an illegal Cash Pot operation for so long? Read the full story in Instant Cash.
Before he went to America, Pablo used to be bullied by the other village boys. Read about what happened when he returned from America in The Pablo Morris Story.
Berris got his teenaged girlfriend, Dawnette pregnant and had to flee the wrath of her alcoholic father, Cardoza. Read the full story in The Running Away Man.
Did Duckie do all the things they were accusing him of doing? How come he was in Jamaica and not doing time in some American prison? Read the full story in I Attended a Dead Man’s Wedding.
How did Villie manage to convince us that he was the caretaker of old man, Harris Pattison’s abandoned property? Read the full story in The Captured House.
Why was Circle Denny so convinced that he had won thousands of dollars on the horses? Why did he leave his job so suddenly? Read the full story in Winning Big at the Races.
Chloe and Dennis were feuding colleagues. Read about what happened to them after they both migrated to the United States in A Surprise Love.
Astley had to borrow his fare to go to rural Jamaica. Read about his transformation in The Millionaire Returns.
Nothing is going right for Syd. To complicate matters, his friend, Cal visits him with the news that his former friend now his enemy, Junjo, is now a millionaire. He gives him other news, that makes him shake his head in disbelief and regrets having taken his former girlfriend’s advice. Read the full story in The Young Shoplifters 2.
After his latest baby mother left him Watchie felt that this was the end for him. Read the full story in The Big Drop.
Desroy followed his new friends out to the village square and then disappeared. Read about what happened to him in A Disappearing Desroy.
Schoolboy flees from a group of men and other students intent on punishing him for wounding their friend/relative. Read the full story in Run, Freddie, Run.

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The Downtown Massive

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Short Description: Errol Douse went to prison for slashing up Shorty Paul in a fight over a woman. In
prison he met a young Don, Bobby Deacon. He was there for trying to extort two Chinese businessmen. Douse is a known gunman. He fought in the war between Phantom and Shadow for control of Downtown, Kington. On leaving prison, Bobby Deacon was allowed space to operate in for a fee, by Shadow, the Old Don now controlling Downtown, Kingston. Coltrane is another Don, who Shadow had allowed to operate in space he no longer thought viable. Coltrane has gotten bigger than Shadow and warned Bobby Deacon to leave the area or be forced out. Bobby Deacon recruited fighters to defend his base. Coltrane’s forces attack his forces and he has to flee. Shadow had agreed to help him fight off his attackers, but pulled out his forces at the last moment leaving him exposed on several fronts. He lost several fighters and has to seek refuge in safe houses in the rural areas. In the meantime, Douse is out of prison, but has lost contact with Bobby Deacon. Shorty Paul is also out of prison and Digger Lobban, a hit man is back home. Coltrane recruited Digger to find and destroy Bobby Deacon. The heat is turned up on Douse as both Shorty Paul and Digger begin hunting him as a link to Bobby Deacon. He has to give up the taxi he was operating and go and join the Bobby Deacon’s forces. Bobby Deacon has in the meantime been building up his forces for a push on Coltrane and to take his revenge on Shadow for his treachery.

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Hoofprints in Saguaro Shadows by Shay Taggert

Hoofprints in Saguaro Shadows by Shay Taggert

Set in the beauty of the American Southwest, “Hoofprints in Saguaro Shadows” portrays the complicated dynamics presented in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks, bringing to life the intensified fears and vulnerabilities at the U.S.-Mexico border—a frontier of both hope and peril. Amidst this volatile backdrop, Rye Dalton, a fiercely independent woman, and Alejandro Mendoza, the seasoned Mexican Secretary of Foreign Affairs, stand as guardians of the Dalton Ranch, a symbol of peace in a land riddled with conflict.

This gripping novel weaves a tale of courage, sacrifice, and the powerful bonds on the new frontier. Rye’s unwavering commitment to justice and Alejandro’s diplomatic acumen plunge them into a world where loyalties are tested, and every shadow could conceal an adversary. As they confront the complex realities of border crime and ethical quandaries, their story evolves into a profound exploration of resilience and moral integrity.

Join Rye, Alejandro, and the resilient residents of Dalton Ranch as they navigate a labyrinth of intrigue and danger, striving to uphold their cherished values against the encroaching tides of criminal exploitation. “Hoofprints in Saguaro Shadows” is a compelling narrative of survival and hope, resonating deeply with the contemporary challenges of border security and human dignity.

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Hoofprints in Saguaro Shadows

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Set in the beauty of the American Southwest, “Hoofprints in Saguaro Shadows” portrays the complicated dynamics presented in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks, bringing to life the intensified fears and vulnerabilities at the U.S.-Mexico border—a frontier of both hope and peril. Amidst this volatile backdrop, Rye Dalton, a fiercely independent woman, and Alejandro Mendoza, the seasoned Mexican Secretary of Foreign Affairs, stand as guardians of the Dalton Ranch, a symbol of peace in a land riddled with conflict.

This gripping novel weaves a tale of courage, sacrifice, and the powerful bonds on the new frontier. Rye’s unwavering commitment to justice and Alejandro’s diplomatic acumen plunge them into a world where loyalties are tested, and every shadow could conceal an adversary. As they confront the complex realities of border crime and ethical quandaries, their story evolves into a profound exploration of resilience and moral integrity.

Join Rye, Alejandro, and the resilient residents of Dalton Ranch as they navigate a labyrinth of intrigue and danger, striving to uphold their cherished values against the encroaching tides of criminal exploitation. “Hoofprints in Saguaro Shadows” is a compelling narrative of survival and hope, resonating deeply with the contemporary challenges of border security and human dignity.

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Going to the Bushes to cut Firewood

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Going to the Bushes to Cut Firewood

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Three years ago Chanella Pearson and Debra Deacon were fooled by two men at around Christmas time. They seemed to be falling into the same trap yet again. Read the full story in Christmas Love.
Dougal got drunk and lost his boss’ money. The man is threatening to sue him if he doesn’t find the money to repay him. Read the full story in Dougal’s Luck.
Mendes moved from being a goat thief to a big time robber. But has he gone too far this time? Read the full story in The Big Steal.
Why were Never and Biggerton always in a tug of war? Read the full story in Never Tired.
The Mc Farlanes seem to take to trouble like a duck to water. The three brothers and their only sisters were getting into one scrape after another. Read the full story in The Trouble with the Mc Farlanes.
Man is tricked by a longtime associate and seeks revenge. Read the full story in The Highflyers.
What secrets could the teacher be hiding when he refused to invite his fellow teachers to his father’s funeral? Read the full story in False Papers.
What did Stampy do to Delceta that she got so sick? Read the full story in The Boy who ate the Ghost Bird.

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BATTLEFIELD UKRAINE: Three Heavy Days of a Tank Company Commander

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This book recounts the true story that unfolded in the Kherson region of southern Ukraine from February 24 to 26, 2022. Due to the region’s proximity to Crimea, Russian forces were rapidly advancing, posing a grave threat to surround and annihilate Ukrainian military forces on the left bank of the Dnipro River. Urgently, Ukrainian forces attempted to retreat to the right bank.
In a daring move to assist his comrades in arms and enable their escape from the encirclement, a fearless young Lieutenant, the commander of a tank company, risked his life to secure an exit for a large Ukrainian military convoy over the Antonovsky Bridge. Engaging the enemy in battle, he etched his name into history as a hero, defending his country.

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Waitingto to Cross the Bridge

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WAITING TO CROSS THE BRIDGE
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Why did Alton’s boss want to get rid of him? He had just given him a vote
of confidence at the latest staff appraisal a week ago. Read the full story in The Forgiving.
The latest hurricane had provided opportunities for Junklin and his friends. But had it or was it just an illusion? Read more in Spoils from the Hurricane.
Why couldn’t Cora pass any examinations at her local school? Find out what happened when she moved to a different school. All told, in Examination Blues.
Berbice entered the eating contest as the underdog. Find out what happened in The Breadfruit Feast.
Why did a grown man get so worked up whenever anybody called him by his nickname? Read the full story in What’s in a Nickname?
A group of school boys form a gang and force their fellow students to pay them protection money. Read the full story in The Crabtree Gang.
Why was Clem Baxter in this great hurry to sell off his properties? Read the full story in Baxter’s Folly.
Why were Bull and his fellow gangsters so intent on preventing Rog and his friends from going to Brentwood Gap. Read part of the story in A Dangerous Hike Part 1.

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I’m Back From the Hills Now

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I’m Back From The Hills Now

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Jack Deland’s Disappearance-What could have made the old tailor do a disappearing act like that? Read further in Jack Deland’s disappearance.
A Suspicious Death- Todd was dead. Most of the villagers believed that he was poisoned, but did the authorities share their suspicions. Read further in A Suspicious Death.
A Case of Mistaken Identity- A man was dead, hit down by a bus, but everybody went home when they realized that it was a case of mistaken identity. Read further in A Case of Mistaken Identity.
One Good Turn……-They say that one good turn deserves another. Apparently, Jacqueline didn’t think so. Read further in One Good Turn…….
The Infatuated Teenager-Why did my friend Elroy decide to stick around Leila and her friend,
Greta, when he knew that he wasn’t wanted? Read further in The Infatuated Teenager
An Honest Driver- The driver was indeed honest despite being persuaded to do otherwise.
Read further in An Honest Driver.
A Dangerous Hike-Why were Juvert and his cronies so hell bent on preventing the youths
from venturing into Brentwood Gap? Read further in A Dangerous Hike.
A Whiff of Smoke-A marijuana seller is caught aboard a bus, despite his best efforts to escape. Read further in A Whiff of Smoke.
Big Dread-Was the system set up to destroy youths from the inner cities? Read further in Big Dread.
The Angry Bull-Was it a case of greed why Todd didn’t sell the bull? After all, he knew how
dangerous it was. Read further in The Angry Bull.
The Wrong Set of Crooks- Was Deuce too trusting of his in-laws? Read further in The Wrong
set of Crooks.
Midtown Lovers-Was Avrill in love with Grant? Why was he in such a big haste to get married
to her? And what about Gena, would she stand aside and lose her lover to another woman?
Read further in Midtown Lovers.
The Marijuana Peddling Student- Dirks Corbin was making loads of money peddling
marijuana. He was now driving a car and women were eating out of his hands. Then things
began to go wrong. Read further in The Marijuana Peddling Student.
The Big Find-What will Ephraim do when he finally catches up with Norris and the money he
had stolen from him? But the Coleman gang is also hunting Norris and their money, which he
stole. Read further in The Big Find.
Bad Word Cursing Students- Students are caught cursing bad words. Read further in Bad
Word Cursing Students.

Writing-Profile of Austin Mitchell
Austin Mitchell has so far written sixteen novels and is completing more works. He has written many short stories, a few plays and poems. Several of his short stories have been published in his homela Writing-Profile of Austin Mitchell
Austin Mitchell has so far written sixteen novels and is completing more works. He has written many short stories, a few plays and poems. Several of his short stories have been published in his homeland, Jamaica. He has read hundreds of novels and has read widely on the subject. He has also attended a few writing workshops.
nd, Jamaica. He has read hundreds of novels and has read widely on the subject. He has also attended a few writing workshops.

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