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~ WIPS ~ shorts ~ COMING SOON

the works-in-progress

Anticipating a Summer 2026 publication for these WIPs (work-in-progress).

Feather

Midnight Visits
&
Feather Kisses

In the delicate space between an unspoken goodbye and the weight of grief, we seek a gentle embrace from the afterlife, filling us with hope for a better tomorrow and resilience today.

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This contemporary women's healing fiction novel unfolds the journey of love, forgiveness, and self-discovery, guiding us toward acceptance and inner peace.

Lighthouse
Murders

In pursuing the clues, she uncovers a truth that raises more questions about her fiancé. Is he the killer, or just the accused? By ignoring the past, would she preserve their future? 

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This contemporary fiction novel weaves in a thrilling mystery, inviting readers to empathize with the characters and their dilemmas.

Amber Whiskey Closeup

Whiskey
Nightmares

Trauma blurs the lines of reality, and graphic memories resurface without warning. Battling invisible wounds means facing what the mind tries hardest to bury. 

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This contemporary short fiction comes with trigger warnings and packs an emotional punch, especially for first responders navigating the traumas of their job.

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​The highest compliment of my work came from “Jack Torrance,” the Southeastern Writer's Association contest judge’s feedback on my 1st-place win in 2024: “Okay, you're a jerk. This is the only entry that squeezed tears from my eyes. Your story hit close to home for me.”

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Jack, I’ve never been prouder to be labeled a jerk. That’s what I want my words to do… make you feel the pain so you can heal the pain. Thank you.

It May Not Be Much,
But It's A Start!

I was published in 2007 and again in 2017.

Quite the span, I know.

 

I don't want to wait another ten years to publish, so expect my debut novel, 

Midnight Visits & Feather Kisses, in 2026!

 

If you skipped the timeline, here’s a quick look!

Just the Beginning...

2026

MFA Creative Writing,

(2025: Professional Writing Certificate)

Southern New Hampshire University

It's time to bring my writing to a new level and publish regularly... let's do this!

First up, my thesis novel:

Midnight Visits & Feather Kisses

2016-2017

BS (ENG credit from a Creative Writing class--game changer!)

Post University

Part of the class involved submitting one piece of work for possible publication. I submitted three pieces to different publishers, and one was accepted! 

Oh, My Life – A Cat’s World

A short [fun piece based on my cranky cat’s perceived reverie], in another anthology, but by golly – to me it was another published work. Unfortunately, the publishing company shut its doors, and this is no longer available for purchase.

2006-2007

Gold Crown Literary Society

Writer's Conference

Sometimes it pays to step out of your cocoon. Sometimes it pays to sit next to another butterfly.

Tease Me, Please!

This short [lesbian erotica] snuck into an anthology after attending a writer’s conference—the right place at the right time! You'll find the story under "MJ Perry."

My Portfolio

Welcome to my portfolio.
Here you’ll find a selection of my work. Explore my projects to learn more about what I do.
(COMING SOON)

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