Monday, April 7, 2025

Crushing Little Things: A Fast Paced Coming of Age Story Starring a Small Town Sociopath and the Teenage Boy Who Quickly Becomes the Object of Her Obsession

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Crushing Little Things:

A Fast Paced Coming of Age Story Starring a Small Town Sociopath and the Teenage Boy Who Quickly Becomes the Object of Her Obsession

Juliette Violet Valentine never intended to be a problem child, she just never tried very hard not to be. She was simply a product of her environment, a voyeur into the unscrupulous world of her misguided, calculating mother. Juliette never meantto weaponize the family dog. She and Spike were just playing... Besides, rabies shots aren't that painful. Her younger sister, Anna? That was an unfortunate accident. Juliette's mother was guilty of ignoring her at the worst possible time, therefore she deserved to be punished.

Juliette had been a very bad girl, but she appeared to be the perfect child. At just fifteen years old, Juliette had it all, beauty, grace, charm, and talent. She mastered the art of gymnastics, astonishing even the most accomplished coaches and judges. Juliette effortlessly captured the attention of the one and only talent coordinator in her tiny town, soon becoming the girl everyone recognized from the Sunday newspaper. Unfortunately, being the perfect little prodigy became quite dull for Juliette. She found herself choreographing exciting adventures that did not always turn out so well for everyone else. Juliette craved a challenge, soon setting her sights on Jonathon. He quickly became her pet project. Getting his attention was not enough, she wanted to 
own him. What Juliette did not expect was to experience actual human emotions and the desire to put someone else ahead of herself.

Like Juliette, sixteen-year-old Jonathon Smithfield was blessed with good looks and a charismatic personality. While he may have had the image of being the proverbial bad-boy-next-door, Jonathon had a heart of gold. He was a fragile soul trying to come to terms with his unfortunate, abusive childhood. Even with his mother gone and his tyrannical father on his heels, Jonathon managed to persevere, never allowing his past to break him.

Once Juliette got her hooks into Jonathon, he did not stand a chance. Jonathon unknowingly became the object of her obsession. 
Juliette, likewise, became the object of his obsession, all by her design... and while some may say Jonathon turned out for the better, one might wonder just how ethical it is to hunt, capture, trap and tame a free spirit.

Crushing Little Things brings to life a working-class neighborhood on Red Schoolhouse Road in 1987. Juliette's and Jonathon's exploits are carried out just under the nose of the resident fairy godmother, the well-meaning detective, and the negligent, abusive adults who set the entire ordeal in motion. 

The reader will get to know Juliette and Jonathon through their perspectives and by way of various flashbacks of their traumatic childhoods.







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Sunday, April 6, 2025

The Bloodforged Kin

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The Bloodforged Kin


The apocalypse didn’t happen just to loners, gamers, psychopaths, and edgelords - it happened to families, neighbors, friends, and even pets. The System found the Torres family like it found the rest of the world - soft, unprepared, and clinging to a way of life that no longer existed. It tore them from office desks and grocery aisles, shoving them into a reality where survival meant constant adaptation and failure meant death.

How does a family stay whole when survival demands blood, and the world is too broken to protect them? One parent clings to safety. The other insists their children must be stronger than anyone else. In a system that punishes hesitation, who gets to decide which lessons are worth learning - especially when every lesson is carved in blood?

And when the steps to power are taken over the bodies of the fallen, how does humanity endure when the worst creatures aren’t The System’s, but their own?

Join in on a LitRPG adventure that breaks the mold!






Murder In The Delta

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A Tragic Tale of Betrayal and Chaos in the Mississippi Delta


In the airless heat of the 1950s Mississippi Delta, where life unfolds at a slow, rhythmic pace but secrets simmer just beneath the surface, one family’s story takes a shocking and unforgettable turn. Murder in the Delta by Atty. Belinda Stevens unravels the deeply disturbing events leading to a brutal crime that shattered lives and left a community grappling with its darkest fears.


Michael Ferriday, a young man on the verge of adulthood, struggles with his place in a world that seems determined to deny him both freedom and happiness. Raised amid familial discord and emotional neglect, Michael harbors unfulfilled dreams and unresolved rage. His life takes a sinister turn as he becomes consumed by the voices in his head and the mounting pressures of his environment. When love, rebellion, and mental instability collide, Michael’s fractured psyche reaches a breaking point, and an unthinkable tragedy unfolds in a quiet, unsuspecting town.


"A gritty and masterfully written psychological thriller, Atty. Belinda Stevens’ Murder in the Delta captivates readers from the first page and holds them in a relentless grip until the final word."

- Greg P.


This harrowing tale takes readers beyond the crime scene and into the heart of a small Southern community rocked by betrayal and violence. Through the eyes of neighbors, law enforcement, and the Ferriday family, Murder in the Delta explores the complex relationships and circumstances that led to an explosive act of brutality. It sheds light on the societal norms and generational conflicts of the era while confronting themes of mental health, justice, and redemption.


As Michael stands trial for the heinous act, the courtroom becomes a stage for drama, anguish, and a desperate search for answers. Was Michael a victim of his circumstances, or was he simply beyond saving? The defense, led by a determined lawyer grappling with his own moral dilemmas, seeks to uncover the truth about a boy whose actions defy explanation. In the process, the case stirs deep-seated emotions in a town where innocence and guilt become tangled in a web of fear and outrage.


Richly atmospheric and deeply evocative, Murder in the Delta is more than a recounting of a crime—it is a haunting exploration of humanity at its most fragile and fractured. Belinda Stevens masterfully invites readers into a world of love and loss, rage and redemption, and the enduring questions of what drives a person to commit the unthinkable.


Discover the gripping story that will leave you questioning the nature of justice, forgiveness, and the darkness that lies within us all. What truly happened on that fateful day in the Ferriday home? And as the trial captivates the nation, can the truth ever truly be uncovered?


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Saturday, April 5, 2025

Crafting Maira: A Psychological Thriller

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Crafting Maira: A Psychological Thriller


Jatin wants nothing more to do with women. The only girlfriend he’d be interested in would literally worship the ground he walks on. But that’s impossible in modern India. Haunted by his wife’s devastating betrayal and their nasty divorce, Jatin slips into a life of bitterness and alcoholism.

After a catastrophic event leaves him the sole guardian of a beautiful young girl with memory loss, Jatin embarks on the twisted task of crafting his perfect partner. He pretends to be a powerful deity while keeping her in total isolation, making himself the center of her world.

With her coming of age, he discovers the joy of a forbidden love, carefully hiding his new obsession from the world. But the craftsman discovers his limitations once a shocking event occurs. The consequences of his psychological manipulation quickly begin to spiral out of his control... and he realizes that he can’t keep her a secret forever.

With the police and his snooping sister closing in on him, Jatin fears that his dream world will crumble. What will become of their unconventional relationship if his secrets and lies are revealed? And is there any hope of redemption after years of mental control?

Step into a disturbing and thought-provoking psychological thriller that sheds light on the power of worldview manipulation in a unique multicultural romance. With thrilling suspense and a powerful character-driven story, Crafting Maira is a captivating read you won’t want to miss.

Warning: Crafting Maira explores unsettling themes as it examines a complex and dark relationship -- including gaslighting, grooming, and manipulation. Some readers may find these topics distressing.






Friday, April 4, 2025

Submarine Expedition

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Submarine Expedition


Earth’s global ocean covers seventy percent of its surface. Its average depth is two point three miles. There are six-mile-deep trenches where the mantle consumes old ocean floor, and mid-ocean ridges where it pushes out new. Some experts consider the ocean more hostile than space. Admiral Martin (retired) is fond of saying; “The sea will get you if it can.”

Now, there is a place in the Arctic Ocean, about three hundred miles from the North Pole, roughly three miles below the polar ice cap, where hydrothermal water percolates through newly formed crust. Where mineral precipitates have built a kingdom of towers, spires, and bridges. Where giant blood-red tube worms and foot long shrimp thrive. And where an ancient dragon returns to life after a million-year sleep.

Meanwhile, in more southern waters, industrialist and marine explorer William “Bill” Martin has embarked on a three-month expedition to the mid-ocean ridge beneath the Arctic ice cap. Critical to the success of this mission is his submarine Expedition. Expedition is an extraordinary nuclear powered research vessel. It can make five thousand feet depth to keel. It has transparent titanium-aluminum windows, an active camouflage system, and seven sonar systems. It carries drilling equipment, a diving bell, an exploratory submersible that can walk over coalescing lava flows, and three mini subs. The admiral is prepared for anything the sea can throw at him. Or so he thinks.

After discovering a mineral treasure trove of precious metals and rare earth elements, escaping from a deep-sea dragon by the skin of its teeth, and while his science team is still examining core samples, a call comes in from the Navy. “Bill, we need your help.” Cetaceans are beaching themselves in large numbers on New Jersey's shores, and one of our submarines is missing. Will Expedition and his crew figure out why the whales are grounding themselves and why the Navy’s submarine is missing?


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The CHRONICLES of CHAD RYKER: SUPERNATURAL JUSTICE: BOOK ONE: Shadows of St. Ignatius

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The CHRONICLES of CHAD RYKER:

SUPERNATURAL JUSTICE: BOOK ONE:

Shadows of St. Ignatius


Shadows of St. Ignatius Step into the world of Shadows of St. Ignatius, a gripping young adult supernatural thriller where ancient secrets collide with modern high school life. Chad Ryker, a humble yet accomplished freshman at St. Ignatius Academy, is thrust into a hidden world of shadowy figures, forbidden rituals, and chilling prophecies. As strange visions and newfound abilities disrupt his idyllic life, Chad uncovers a centuries-old society—the Order of the Shadow—determined to exploit his mysterious lineage. With the help of his brilliant best friend, Kara, and conspiracy-savvy Leo, Chad must confront the darkness threatening his school and the powerful artifact at its center: the Heart of Ignatius. Battling sinister forces and his own fears, Chad faces an impossible choice—embrace his dangerous heritage or risk everything to protect those he loves. Perfect for fans of suspense and adventure, Shadows of St. Ignatius is a spine-tingling tale of courage, friendship, and the eternal fight between light and darkness. Are you ready to face the shadows?





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Thursday, April 3, 2025

BONE HASH

 

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BONE HASH


In the vast untamed desert of northern Arizona, Aideen Connor signs on as lead archaeologist at Moenkopi Ridge hoping to find peace after witnessing her husband’s violent death. Instead, she stumbles into a mystery as ancient and dangerous as the land itself. Shortly after she arrives, Aideen’s team uncovers a “bone hash,” human bones showing evidence of prehistoric cannibalism. Her job takes on a darker turn when a brutal murder shocks the residents of the nearby Hopi Reservation. Unsettling connections begin to emerge between her excavation and the crime.

Trust from the local community fractures, threats escalate, and Aideen’s world begins to unravel. First her boss blames her when the entire bone hash is stolen. Then local Native Americans accuse her of disrespecting their ancestors. Violent threats against her ensue: a sheep is killed, viciously eviscerated and left under her residential trailer. A photo of her dead husband is stolen from her bedroom and stuck in its blood. All threats point to a grim reality: someone wants her gone.

As her desperation grows, Aideen turns to Frank Nakai, the BLM Special Agent assigned to the case. But Frank’s presence is as complicating as it is compelling, leaving Aideen torn between grief and her unexpected attraction. When Frank is ordered to return to his office in Santa Fe, Aideen must navigate a maze of buried truths with only her dog, Dakota for companionship. Every clue leads her closer to danger and the secrets buried at Moenkopi Ridge. Secrets that could cost her more than her career—they could cost her life.


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About the Author Skye Griffith

Award-winning event producer and passionate explorer, Skye Griffith debuts her talent for storytelling with Bone Hasha gripping mystery inspired by her explorations of archaeological sites and rugged backcountry across the American Southwest.

Skye’s fascination with prehistoric cultures and their ability to thrive in unforgiving landscapes sparked the heart of her story. Through years of research and first-hand adventures, she crafts an authentic and vivid narrative of secrets buried in desert sands.

Before turning to fiction, Skye orchestrated large-scale events—including Denver’s first world championship, the Stanley Cup celebration, and the Pope’s historic visit to Denver during World Youth Day. Her articles have appeared in the National Endowment for the Arts newsletter and other industry publications. She holds degrees from the Universities of Cincinnati and Denver and is a member of the Denver Woman’s Press Club, Mystery Writers of America, and Sisters in Crime. She lives in Denver with her husband and their 115 lb Malamute.






Crushing Little Things: A Fast Paced Coming of Age Story Starring a Small Town Sociopath and the Teenage Boy Who Quickly Becomes the Object of Her Obsession

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