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New edition: Dandelion Child

A powerful tale of resilience, survival and acceptance. With unforgettable characters and an emotional journey that spans hearts, this poignant novel will resonate with readers who believe in hope against all odds.

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  • The Patterson Family #16

    “Okay boys, I need you to crouch down and stay exactly where you are. We’re coming to you.” William’s voice was strong, full of authority, devoid of the emotion he experienced moments before. Continue reading

  • Happy Hikers

    In the end it didn’t really matter.  The day had started happily enough.  It was one of those golden summer Saturdays that warmed up nicely with dazzling sunshine. Continue reading

  • The Patterson Family #15

    Celia watched William cowering behind the curtain, peering through the front window. Ethan and Joshua were by his side, gripping his pant leg. She should probably run to his side, obediently cower beside him. He was the expert on crime after all, wasn’t he? Continue reading

  • The Patterson Family #14

    There are moments in life when one is gifted a sudden clarity of thought. Celia felt a deep despair beginning to overwhelm her mind as the reality of life behind bars loomed large… Continue reading

  • The Adventures of Smokey the Cat #14

    I have to say that, while I am mildly disappointed that my letter from two weeks ago went completely unanswered, I will admit that I am not terribly surprised.  Continue reading

  • The Adventures of Smokey the Cat #13

    This note was found by the back door late Friday night.  From the smudged paw prints on the envelope I could only guess who had slipped it under the door.  Continue reading

  • The Patterson Family #13

    A weariness Celia had not known possible saturated her body. The last twenty-four hours had been tumultuous at best. Continue reading

  • The Adventures of Smokey the Cat #12

    Things got cold on the home front this week.   If you have spent any time stroking my lean body you will notice that my fur has thickened right up.  Signs of colder times I’m afraid.  Continue reading

  • The Patterson Family #12

    Gutted. She could think of no other word to describe exactly how she felt. If she could do the day over, she would do so in a heartbeat. Life before lunch looked much more appealing. Before crime. As it was, she was now nothing more than a common thief. A thief! Continue reading

  • The Adventures of Smokey the Cat #11

    I have to say it has been a while since one of my stories have made it onto the blog.  I don’t want to point any fingers at anyone but I put all my articles under the back door….. Continue reading

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