A dark road. Two dead men. And a killer who won’t quit.
When a livestock trailer is found abandoned on a remote Texas Hill Country road—one man shot, the other skewered by an arrow—Deputy Adam Cash knows this isn’t your typical cattle theft. The trailer belongs to rancher Paul Moreland, who swears he knows nothing. The bodies suggest otherwise.
As Cash digs deeper, the case unravels fast. The victims worked for Moreland.
Another suspect, Branson Kent, is caught mid-heist—then ends up dead days later. The trail leads to Shaeffer’s Livestock, a shady auction barn where stolen cattle change hands and secrets run deep.
When a second murder silences the pen man who could have talked, Cash realizes someone is eliminating witnesses, and he might be next.
Roadkill is the fourth book in the Adam Cash Mystery Series, a pulse-pounding Texas mystery perfect for fans of C.J. Box, Jeff Carson, and Craig Johnson.
Award-winning author Jeff Kerr delivers another tightly woven modern Western thriller—packed with gritty justice, sharp twists, and the high-stakes tension only Texas can offer.
Wow. This is the first book I’ve read by Kerr. Talk about a gritty murder mystery western book! This one packs a huge punch as the body count goes up. A great twist to modern day cattle rustling gone totally haywire. I thought I had it figured out but I was way off. Much of this novel is gritty, but not with actual mention of the bloody parts of the murders. Which is nice. This one packs a punch plenty without listing gruesome findings. Truly western feel and very much Texas!
Please welcome Francis H Powell to my blog. Good Morning! Shall we chat and visit?
Please introduce yourself to those reading this blog post.
I am writer and an artist amongst other things
Has writing always been part of your life and when did you “know” that it was time to start writing your first book?
I went to Art school, so for a long time I set my sights on being an artist. I had some false starts as a writer, but when I was living in Paris, I began writing short stories and getting them published.
How difficult was it writing your first book?
It was hard, when it got to editing, in that I am from the UK and the publisher/editor was from the states so there was a culture clash. Also I wasn’t familiar with the editin process.
Have you ever wanted to give up and what stopped you?
I think you put in a lot more than you get out, if you are struggling writer.
Who is the most supportive of you and your dream to be a writer?
There was a man I knew who was very appreciative of my work and who published in a “homemade” magazine.
Anything specific you want to tell your readers?
Yes indeed. I helped put together an anthology. It’s the second anthology I have helped put together. It’s called We All Live Under the same Sky. It’s part of a series called How to Save the world and it’s published as an E book by Compassiviste Publishing. It’s theme is loosely about “humanity”.
I was influenced to start the project, having watched the news and the suffering children in Palestine were going through, due to the war. I reached out to frends and poets from around the world. Some people declined to send me work, which is their perogative. Some were worried it was a political book, where as in fact it is purely humanitarian. The money raised by the book will go to a project called “Road to Recovery” an organization that transports injured or sick Palestinians to hospitals.
What is your target audience and what aspect of your writing do you feel targets that audience?
With the anthology, I would love it if people feel the need to be more compassionate, think about the people who are the victims of a war.
Did the cover evolve the same way, or did you work with someone to make it come together for you?
As the book is part of a series, a graphic designer appointed by the publisher did the artwork and I was happy with the result. With my other books I liked to do or influence the covers, but this anthology I was fine to leave it in the hands of another person.
What are you working on now? Can we get a peek, an excerpt?
A time traveller who travells from 1968 to the present day, to see how things have evolved, only to find the same political turmoil.
Any last words before we wrap things up?
Please take a look at We All Live Under he Same Sky. Even if you don’t like poetry, there are also some short stories and a few illustration and more than anything else the book is aiming to raise money for an urgent humanitarian cause.
Born in 1961, in Reading. Francis H Powell currently lives in Moret sur Loing, France writing both prose and poetry. He’s had four books published as well as poems published in anthologies, for both adults and children. His first book was entitled Flight of Destiny, a book full of short stories. His second published book was called Adventures of Death, Reincarnation and Annihilation. Other books include “The Fish King and the Two Wise Ghosts,” a children’s story which included illustrations. He’s done poetry readings for Paris Lit up as well as other events. He also has done poetry workshops and visits to schools.
Welcome to my blog. Good morning. Shall we get started?
Please introduce yourself to those reading this blog post.
Hello everyone, my name is Anthony DiAngelo, and I am an aspiring author from a small town in British Columbia, Canada. My hope, and goal, is to make writing my full-time career as I continue to pursue representation from a literary agent.
Has writing always been part of your life and when did you “know” that it was time to start writing your first book?
I have always had a love of storytelling and creating characters since early childhood. I had never taken it seriously as I doubted my own skill and believed I wasn’t good enough. For an assignment given to me by one of my teachers, I had to write an essay discussing an event that changed my life. I wrote, for my subject, about my near-death experience when I nearly perished from an illness that forever changed my life. The resulting material brought my teacher to tears and she suggested I consider writing as a vocation. It wasn’t until over a decade later that I had the inclination to write my first novel. I “knew” it was time to write my first book after an incredibly detailed dream that wouldn’t leave me alone until I wrote down the notes.
How difficult was it writing your first book?
Actually, writing the book wasn’t difficult for me, it was editing. When I started work on the first book, I wasn’t aware of the structure of a novel and basically just poured my thoughts out onto the page. There was a rudimentary plotline, but it was a long, continuous storyline. I read about creating a structure and a formula for driving the plot. As a result, I chopped the book nearly in half through the editing process and saved the cut material stored away for a potential sequel.
Have you ever wanted to give up and what stopped you?
I, like so many creatives out there, suffer from self-doubt. I have had many moments where I have felt as though I am fooling myself and that my work isn’t good enough. The rejection from agents and criticism from critics make it difficult at times to keep going. Marketing and getting my work out to the world is my greatest challenge and having been scammed by the predators on social media has also made me skeptical. The love for the craft of storytelling is what stopped me and continues to keep me forging ahead.
Who is the most supportive of you and your dream to be a writer?
My mother and my girlfriend. Both are the first to read my work and are not afraid to hit me with the negative feedback when it arises. Their belief in my talent helps me pick myself up when I fall and keep moving.
Anything specific you want to tell your readers?
Simply I hope you enjoy my work. My goal is to entertain and take your mind off the stresses of everyday life if only for a short while.
What is the best advice given to you (book or otherwise), and by whom?
I don’t recall where the quote originates but I often repeat to myself: “You are the only person who can tell your story.”
What is your target audience and what aspect of your writing do you feel targets that audience?
This one is difficult to answer as my available titles are each written in a different genre and therefore have a different audience. I would say the aspect of my writing would be how I develop the atmosphere of each scene. I am a visual writer and what the reader to experience the scene as if they’re right next to the character.
Did the cover evolve the same way, or did you work with someone to make it come together for you?
I designed my covers myself and were what I imagined as I built the plot for each book. It was essential to me that the covers act as a teaser to what will be read within the pages that follow.
What are you working on now? Can we get a peek, an excerpt?
I am working on a fantasy series that could potentially be up to six books. Unfortunately, I do not have an excerpt at this time, but I describe it as Game of Thrones meets Star Wars.
Any last words before we wrap things up?
Not really, I would simply like to thank you for the opportunity to promote my work and also thank those who have taken the time to read my work.
Book Spotlight: When Secrets Bloom, an Enchanting Transylvanian Historical Fiction Novel by Patricia Furstenberg
Book Title: When Secrets Bloom
Series: Blood of Kings, Heart of Shadows, Book #1
Author Name: Patricia Furstenberg
Publication Date: June 27, 2025
Publisher: Independently Published
Pages: 493
Genre: Historical Fiction / Mystery / Women’s Crime Fiction / Romanian Literature & Fiction
Any Triggers: n/a
Blurb:
Transylvania, 1463
Some secrets heal. Others kill.
Kate Webber, a 28-year-old Saxon healer, has long walked the line between reverence and suspicion. Trained in the healing arts under the guidance of Lord Vlad Dracula, she has learned that skill alone cannot protect a woman in a city ruled by fear. Her marriage to the powerful but secretive Magyar promised stability, yet left her silenced and watched. On a bitter Advent night, when a mother and her newborn face death, Kate defies her husband’s command and steps into danger — for life, not reputation.
When Kate succeeds, the city notices. Some with awe. Others with fury. The town physician, threatened by her talent and humiliated by her success, seizes his moment. And as rumors flare into accusations, old alliances stir. Iancu, Kate’s childhood friend and now captain of the Militia, comes to her aid during the perilous birth — rekindling memories of freedom, laughter, and trust, before marriage shackled her to duty.
Back in her workshop, a girl appears, pleading for a love potion. But Margit brings more than need. She leads a mob. Elsewhere in the city, Moise, a Jewish apprentice at the printing press, notices a cloaked figure drifting across the square: a Shaman whose presence draws whispers of Magyar’s hidden dealings. When a rare manuscript disappears from the press Moise begins to uncover a darker purpose: a sought-after book. On the day of execution Kate performs a final act of defiance, she saves another child, while Moise is framed for more than he could have ever imagined.
Kate and Moise’s fates, as well as the map’s legacy, unfold as some secrets must be read not in books, but in the hearts of those who hide them.
Kate is a fictional character, yet through her eyes When Secrets Bloom offers a vivid, textured glimpse into 15th-century life in Kronstadt (today Brasov), Transylvania. From the daily rhythms of a fortress ruled by Saxon and Szekler men to the endearing hopes of Vlach and Jewish communities; from the quiet power women wield behind closed doors to the looming shadow of the Church and to whispered fears of plague and heresy, this novel immerses the reader fully in a world both beautiful and brutal.
The presence of Vlad the Impaler’s memory — observed not through myth but through Kate’s wary, intimate lens — adds a haunting tension to the tale. It’s the kind of historical fiction that doesn’t just tell a story, it transports you into its bones.
Fans of rousing historical fiction with a feminist bent will find much to love in When Secrets Bloom.
This title is available to read on #KindleUnlimited.
Author Bio:
Patricia Furstenberg is a multi-genre writer inspired by the forgotten corners of the past, where truth and legend entwine. With a medical degree and a heart rooted in her native Transylvania, her stories often explore resilience, hidden truths, and the quiet strength of women. She is best known for her geopolitical fiction Silent Heroes and WW2 historical fiction Joyful Trouble. Part of an upcoming book series, When Secrets Bloom is her latest release. Today, Patricia lives in sunny South Africa with her family.
For more information about Patricia’s books please visit her website or find her on social media.
Please welcome Billy J. Barnum to my blog. Hello Billy. Nice to have you on today.
Please introduce yourself to those reading this blog post.
My name is Billy J. Barnum, a world-famous poet and author who has sold books worldwide. I am a direct descendant of the also world-famous Ringmaster from the “Ringling brothers, Barnum, and Bailey circus” Phineus T. Barnum aka P.T. Barnum.
Has writing always been part of your life and when did you “know” that it was time to start writing your first book?
I started writing as a teenager when something hit me out of the blue and I scribbled it down frantically. Once I read it back, I had chills down my spine because it was one of the most awesome poems I’ve ever read but did not know where it came from. In 2019 my publishing journey began as I figured they’d sit in a notebook anonymously or I would share them with the world. I chose the latter of course.
How difficult was it writing your first book?
The book was written already for years but I had no clue how to get it published. The first publisher took forever to get it out so I learned how to and started self-publishing so I can make every book as I envisioned them to be.
Have you ever wanted to give up and what stopped you?
I never ever wanted to give up but as stated I was just a little reprehensive to do it.
Who is the most supportive of you and your dream to be a writer?
Honestly all my friends and family have been awesome. I think my son Orion is quietly a big supporter.
Anything specific you want to tell your readers?
If you dive into my book and give them a chance, I am sure they will profoundly affect your outcome on life and give you hope for the future. You will definitely be taken on a wild ride with some poems, and of course some will pull on the heart strings and others will make you chuckle and even belly laugh.
What is the best advice given to you (book or otherwise), and by whom?
Just give it a shot.
What is your target audience and what aspect of your writing do you feel targets that audience?
I think a lot of people in the UK, Canada, Germany are large. I think they are getting the true meaning behind the meanings of the books. Of course, the USA is a HUGE supporter.
Did the cover evolve the same way, or did you work with someone to make it come together for you?
I carefully selected them to fit the title of each book.
What are you working on now? Can we get a peek, an excerpt?
The last book was “The Last New Tales from The Baron” but never say never 😉
Any last words before we wrap things up?
I am so honored to be included in the awesome Blog and thank Mary from the bottom of my heart for including me. I also urge everyone to go on Amazon and type in the search “Billy J. Barnum” to get a copy of and see all my epic poetry books and 5-star reviews.
BIO:
I am not just a poet I am also a storyteller. In my books you’ll find thought provoking, conversation starting, and wildly profound poetry that makes the imagination soar and plays with the heartstrings.Some poems may make you laugh out loud as well. It is my hopes that if you love great stories you’ll love the poetry in these books. Always remember to Dream Big!
Wonder of Light is officially a Trilogy. The title Wonder of Light is book 1 in the series. It is recommended to read them in order, but each novel can be read as a standalone.
I was inspired by true events to write this book; however, the story line and characters are fictional. It is a young adult romance, set in high school. It is a high school bully/adversaries-to-lovers style romance. There are depictions of violence, nothing too graphic, and profanity has been censored due to the spiritual nature of the book.
Sarah
There’s just something about Evan Simes that keeps drawing me to him. Even though he’s the opposite of me in almost every way and avoids me at every turn. He mostly keeps to himself. Especially when I’m in his presence. I don’t know what makes him so angry or resistant to my efforts to break down his walls, but he seems to want nothing to do with me. Yet I can’t help continuing to try to get through.
Evan
Belton’s bible queen, Sarah Warner, thinks she can fool me with her fake graciousness. I see through the facade. She and her popular crew are vapid pretenders hiding behind their trust funds and holier-than-thou images while looking down on those of they think are beneath them. Well enough is enough. They’re all going to pay for their sins. It’s only a matter of time before my best friend Tyler and I get our revenge.
My Review:
This novel is totally heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time. Older teenagers can relate to this novel as most characters are in their senior year of high school. Cheesy love stories? One or two. Abusive parental figures? Toss that into the mix. Serious illness? Fold that in gently with issues of being bullied and being saved by Jesus Christ is beautiful.
Belinda Brand becomes an overnight sensation when Hollywood offers to make a film of her runaway bestseller. A confident, modern woman, she has the world at her feet – and a secret she is convinced no one will ever discover. Leah, her gentle and long-suffering stepmother will guess, but she would never betray her, or would she? When menacing notes appear after the Awards ceremony in London and then follow her across the Atlantic, Belinda realizes someone is threatening to expose her.As she struggles to stay calm, her best friend disappears, Belinda’s celebrity life turns into a nightmare and there is no one she can trust.If the Brand family thought they could lead a quiet, normal life, they were wrong. Danger continues to lurk in the shadows. A fast-paced, page-turning psychological thriller, full of surprises, twists, and turns. For fans of Karin Slaughter, Claire McGowan, Valerie Keogh, and Liane Moriarty.
What another great read by Ms. Clarke. I’ve read other books in any African setting, but this was the first one I’ve read in this series. This book can be read as a standalone book. As book two in the series, this one is rather awesome. I could relate to the character of Belinda and, to be honest, every page either had me sad for the protagonists or laughing at the absurdity of what has been woven into a tapestry worthy of a movie. Not just English humor, but if one can’t laugh in situations as they arise, they need more laughter in their life. The book starts in London, then goes to Los Angeles and finally the Mediterranean. Between all of that, the meat of this book is ripe for the next reader.
An outlaw’s vow for revenge, a widower’s need for justice, and a child’s unshakable faith in God’s forgiveness.
Outlaw Frankie McNeal is used to doing whatever it takes to survive, but she’s tired of robbing banks and dodging the law. She’s convinced there must be more to life. Determined to find a better way for herself and her youngest brother with the money she’s saved, she’s positive one more robbery will give them the fresh start they need. When they are shot and left for dead, she’s bent on revenge for her brother’s death. It makes little difference if the man she’s after is her father.
When Daniel Myers stumbles across the injured woman dressed as a man, he suspects she’s part of the gang that killed his wife. The last thing he wants to do is bring trouble home to his daughter. Torn between leaving the woman to the coyotes and the need for justice, he promises to get her well enough to turn over to the law. But Daniel is a man with his own secrets. He struggles to justify his beliefs and his own sense of forgiveness when faced with his growing attraction. Set against a backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, they’ll learn there’s a thin line between revenge and redemption—especially when the path is paved with dark secrets.
Wow. Kidd has written a great story. Full of the old west, hard work, strong feelings, outlaws, bandits, horses, farming, doctoring, hopes, dreams, fears, laughter, love, and Jesus. Throughout this book, life is woven in a tight tapestry of everything you can feel, see, smell, taste, and loss, heavy on those who don’t die in the natural birth order. The love remains, above all, the love and faith in Jesus.
Corrine Alday’s secret holds a community hostage-until it doesn’t!
On a blustery winter morning in 1964 a young woman is found dead in an alley. Reports of the unmarried woman’s pregnancy send shockwaves through the community. Knowing the ruinous impact the truth could have on their families, the local men deny any relationship with her. Alexa Owl and Detective Slater are assigned to travel back to 1965 to reveal who killed the woman, why, and who fathered her child. They soon discover respectable friends from their own time could be involved, and if so, Alexa fears relationships in the twenty-first century could be shattered. In the interim, Detective Slater is informed he’s been placed on probation. Mishaps on this assignment will not be tolerated. This is his last chance to fulfill the requirements to join Saint Peter’s Guardian Angel Squad. Suddenly, Alexa is torn back into the twenty-first century. Someone she once cared for has been murdered. Worse, mysterious text messages were sent to her before the murder, and they were answered, but not by Alexa! Meanwhile, back in 1965, Slater insists he can manage on his own. Nevertheless, his angel mentor, Detective Bobby Starr, has tapped someone else to take Alexa’s place. He believes Slater and his new partner will be an unstoppable team, but is it too late for Slater?
My Review:
As far as the Owl's Nest Mysteries go, I really loved this book. This book had more than one mystery, and more than one time traveler, which is different from the others, as only one person time traveled. Investigating one cold case murder and one current day murder was much to handle and do it right, yet McDonald did do it right! I won't write who the second time traveler was, but I do know I wish I could time travel in real life.
Slater’s modern & timeless mystical poetry is written as a guided healing journey for the body, mind, heart & soul.
“This is profound poetry for the mind, body, spirit & soul.” – Reader Review
“TWO FULL CIRCLES UNDIVIDED is not just a collection of poetry. Each poem is interwoven with the other poems, creating a profound tapestry of healing in the reader.” – Reader Review
“It is a love story, a journey through the deepest forests and the wildest, most sun-dazzled oceans of heart and soul. Thank you, Wendy E. Slater, for this book’s profound healing journey. Slater, I believe, is the poet of our time.” – Reader Review
SLATER’S POEMS ARE A SHARING OF WORDS THAT GUIDE THE READER INTO THE TRANSFORMATION OF UNIVERSAL AND INDIVIDUAL WOUNDS INTO WISDOM.
Slater’s modern mystical poetry is a guiding beacon that ignites a wisdom-filled path to awaken, mend, tune, and align your soul and heart healing. Slater’s words transform wounds and scars into wisdom as she guides the reader from the shadows of the Self into light.
Wendy E. Slater’s modern mystical poetry will take you on a journey of the soul to inspire, mend, comfort, and ignite your self-discovery, self-realization, and transformation.
TWO FULL CIRCLES UNDIVIDED is a self-help book written as a book of transformational poetry.
This book of poetry is absolutely beautiful and beyond… the first poem touched my heart deeply as it reminded me of my children in heaven. I had tears and the words moved me. Not long after a poem with tree branches struck me deeply. I knew the best was yet to come. The heart yearns for what it wants, and then two become one in a dance as ancient as time. The sensuality of the poems with eloquent words of love, and more. Honestly, as a woman, the poetry alone could bring a woman to climax. I’ve never written that about any book! Until now…I can only imagine what the words do to a man. I’ve never read poetry in this style before, but I’m happy I did.
Life on Molly is a travel and lifestyle blog. I am a normal girl with many passions. I am an explorer of new places, a learner of new languages, creator of my ambitions, blogger, and a good pal. This blog is my little corner of the world where I am able to share my adventures with you and inspire you to live a life full of purpose.
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