Publications

 

“Wheels Against Wings” appears in this anthology, released January 2024. The anthology features stories inspired by rock & roll songs from the 50’s through the 80’s. My story is a steampunk take on Jethro Tull’s 1971 song, “Locomotive Breath.”

In a post-apocalyptic world, a father battles his estranged daughter for command of their tribe.

“A Mischief in Gordonsville” appears in this charity anthology, released September 2023. All stories take place in Virginia, and all authors have strong ties to Virginia.

A wounded and traumatized Confederate soldier makes an unusual friend while recuperating in a hospital. The friend’s uncanny resemblance to a great general drives the soldier to extremes to protect his newly-found leader.

All sale proceeds go to Scares That Care, a 501(c)(3) organization that has been helping families since 2006. Find out more about the charity HERE

“Shiny Objects” appears in this anthology, released September 2023.

A grave-robbing gnome and his family meet a rookie detective determined to solve the crime and make his name.  

Click HERE to read an interview with the publisher about the inspiration for the story and a bit about my writing journey. 

“The Tinker’s Gift” appears in this anthology, released September 2022.

A mysterious visitor to a Civil War hospital stays to offer “comfort” to the wounded. But one lone soldier doesn’t trust him.

“Oyster Hunt” is featured in the January 2022 issue of this quarterly magazine. 

Two boys spend an afternoon foraging for wild mushrooms. Their quest goes horribly wrong.  

“Damaged Soul” appears in this anthology, released September 2021.

A worried mother seeks help from a Central American shaman for her traumatized young daughter. Her child is not the only one damaged. 

“A Delicate Matter” appears in this anthology, released December 2020.

A doctor in Victorian London provides a special service to the gentry, but his method is dangerous to all involved.

Click HERE for a link to a virtual reading done for the 2022 StokerCon.

“Pickled Pig” appears in this anthology, released May 2020.

A teenage boy is a turning out a lot like his father, much to his mother’s dismay. Karma is a bitch.

Click HERE for an interview about the story with the editor of Not Just A Pretty Face. 

 

 

 

“Amazing Patsy” appears in this anthology, released May 2019.

A young girl is introduced to her heritage, which comes with a unique talent. She enjoys her newly discovered power just a little too much.

“The Succession” appears in this anthology, released November 2017.

A woman gets help with a gardening contest from a grateful pixie. But she asks for more and the pixie raises the stakes. Will it be worth it?

A reprint of “The Succession” is featured in Skyline 2021, released July 2020.