w a t e r s o n g

w a t e r s o n g

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We live separate lives, in the world and online. Does that mean that these distinct identities are separate people? And if so, how far apart are these discrete personalities? If in real life, you are kind, does the internet allow you to be cruel? If in real life, you are committed, does the internet allow you to be untrue? And if, in real life, you are peaceful, does the internet allow you to live out your most violent fantasies? These are the questions we must ask ourselves when we ponder what happened to Regina Fitzpatrick. Who exactly is to blame for the murder of a person she turned out to not even be? Must she be held accountable for the actions that led to her ultimate undoing?If not, who must pay for this crime?Because surely someone must.…

Pieces of You

Pieces of You

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Jana Stephens loves to spend her spare time geocaching, searching for treasure that others have hidden and posted on a free website for likeminded enthusiasts. One day she comes across more than she'd bargained for--someone has hidden a human nose in one of the caches. She calls the police, who have a hard time believing here story when the nose goes missing, and is basically on her own to solve the mystery of the missing nose. When other body parts start showing up as well, she realizes she's in a race with the man--or woman--responsible, to solve the case before the victim runs out of parts to lose.…

The Whole Truth

The Whole Truth

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Adele knows she witnessed a murder - what she doesn't know is just how personal it is. *****A girl was brutally murdered in the basement of a sorority house in spring 2011. Adele Theroux thinks she saw the killer - and the killer definitely saw her. What she doesn't know is why this all happened and who this guy is. As she tries to solve the mystery from a distance while in witness protection, the connections keep getting weirder and more personal. Might she be able to relate to the killer in a way that no one else can? And what does that mean about her own psyche?*2019 Watty Award for Mystery/Thriller*[[word count: 50,000-60,000 words]]Cover designed by April Alforque…

Micro

Micro

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For the past four years, 26-year-old Brett has experienced intense anxiety and depression. When he's admitted to a psych ward following what seems like a suicide attempt, the doctor suggests he join a clinical trial for a daily microdose of ketamine. Figuring he doesn't have much to lose, he agrees to be a subject for her study, not fully comprehending the possible complications with the experiment. Some events he can't fully recall, and when a girl ends up dead in his apartment, he has to untangle fantasy from reality and solve the mystery before he's put away again--this time for good.…

Unfathomable

Unfathomable

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When one wants to catch a ghost, one must be prepared.…

One Last Thing ✅

One Last Thing ✅

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From childhood, Lil's life has been a nightmare. Her mother tried drowning her in the bath as a baby. As a result, she deals with depression and anxiety. When her boyfriend breaks up with her, she decides to get behind the wheel and is tempted to text him one last thing. Imagine her horror when she smashes into another car, the driver someone very close to her. Will she end up like her mom in prison? Will she let despair and guilt drag her back into darkness or will she find hope for a future, as hard as it may be?This is a book I wrote a few years ago before I found Wattpad. I never got a lot of feedback on it, so I appreciate you even taking a look and giving a few comments. You guys are rockstars.Thanks for reading!…

Night Terrors ✅

Night Terrors ✅

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Jane is only six years old, but sometimes she has brutal night terrors. The worst part is that they seem so real. Her friends and parents are in her dreams, but they do bad things. Jane tries to be brave, but there is only so much a little girl can take.…

Last Glimpse ✅

Last Glimpse ✅

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"Let the punishment fit the crime."In this combination sci-fi/thriller piece, a senior goes on spring break in the Bahamas. It's everything she's been hoping for--drinks, dancing, and possibly going all the way with her boyfriend. But all of those plans are ruined when a stranger kidnaps her for his own purposes. It's a sad story that's become all too common for naive teenagers traveling in unfamiliar lands.In this world, criminals have a unique price to pay. The criminal justice system has evolved technology to punish predators in the most painful, yet most just, way possible. Every pain they've inflicted will be experienced in turn. But is it enough to bring about a change of heart in the most hardened evildoers? Here comes karma, and she is out for blood.…