Hollis Frances has fifteen years' experience in Technical Writing as a Technical Support Engineer. Recently retired, he decided to start a new career as an author of short stories based actual events although he does have a novel or two inside his heart.

After years of writing and dreaming I've finally decided to take the leap! As of July 15, 2013 I left my job of nine years to write full-time. Wish me luck! I write under Mara McBain and Anneliese Brand.

It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words and that is the premise behind this book. Pictures that have struck my fancy and the words brought to mind when I looked at them. A little prose, a little poetry, but, mostly, just musings. Enjoy!

Lisa McCourt Hollar is the mother of three daughters and one son, ages 18 years all the way down to one year. She has spent her years working and writing in her spare time.

Looking for some tasty diversions? Iris Blume shares her foodie adventures with her Vegan in the Wilderness mini-series. That is the smell of fresh sourdough bread... straight from rural Alaska! New...YA fantasy-dipping my toe into the world where nothing is at it seems.

Julie was born with a poet's heart and her fourth and fifth books, just released, are filled with poems that will make you smile, shed a tear, but most of all - ENJOY! Julie is 70-something, living in the hills of Vermont.

This is my first book of poetry~ personal musings led by my muse!

This collection of my stories covers all genres, some are horrifyingly scary, some will make you laugh so hard you will cry, and still some you could read to your kids. The point is that a good story will always be a good story no matter what genre.

These are the books in the series I have worked on for the last 20 + years.

My name is Bruce Alan Humphrey. I would like to present two of the books I have published. The first is Winds of Time. A book based on what could be one future of America. The second, Whispers in the Night, is an interdimensional haunted house located in New England.

The locomotive fireman's tale of the end of the steam era in the UK. Mid to late sixties. Contributing author. 25%.

Jessica Marie Cavaliere was born on July 4, 1989 in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. She is currently a student at West Chester University as an English writing major and minors in creative writing and philosophy with electives in Arabic.

My first published story under my real name James L. Jones. If you have time, please review!

Short fiction published in a variety of anthologies, and one novel

I have written three books, one poetry book, and two children's books. My imagination soars on celestial winds.

Author of general fiction and whatever else catches my fancy. I have these books, a werewolf blog (on here of course), and YouTube channel where I write stuff. When I'm not writing, I like to cook, listen to music and drive (not all at once, though.)

Jaye P. Marshall has had a life-long interest in everyday people - their relationships and their problems - she enjoys writing stories that allow the reader to "walk a mile" in the shoes of her characters.

Once upon a time, Robert DeFrank opened a book and found Middle Earth. He has combed through bookshelves for similar worlds ever since, then put pen to paper and made some of his own. His favorite phrase is: "What if?" followed closely by: "Why not?"

Michelle Keyes writes fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. In 2010 her short story "Seeking Redemption" was published in the anthology Drastic Measures. Michelle currently writes a nonfiction parenting column called "Teach Them Well" for the Zenith City News.

Patrice Lauren resides in Dallas, Texas, and enjoys gardening and other outdoor activities with growing things. Currently writing nonficition as she practices her belief in the necessity of versatility.

"In the Mind of a Child: Childrens Stories". "Ch asing Dreams"; a sequel to "A Doorway To Hearts". "It's Not Impossible:Memoirs of Sherri L. Gibson "A Spinning World" "Wherever It May Lead". "Blood On My Hands"

McKinzie S. Heart is a prolific author of erotic romance. In 2008, her book Dark Moon Harvest won an award for Best Cover Art. Intrepid Magazine published Supernatural Shakespeare in its June '11 edition. She is published with Rogue Phoenix Press & Fireborn Publishing!

I'm a native Montanan & the mom of 3 gifted children & we currently reside in Olympia, WA. I write contemporary romance w/ heavy emphasis on psychology & the emotions of my characters. I feel if my reader can feel what the character feels & can identify, I’ve done my job.

KiyaSama enjoys reading, painting, graphic/digital designs and listening to music. She's published several e-books, a novel, and has a poem and short story published for anthologies.

I am a retired widow living in Concrete, Washington and surrounded by mountains where I live. I did my very first mountain climb up steep switchbacks on Sauk Mountain in September, 2006. Many of my writings reflect my love for the natural beauty that surrounds me.

Claire Turtlemoon(of Choctaw decent)is the illustrator for Rose Salsman's book,THE TRAVIS TALES. She is an artist,poet,and retired teacher from Missouri. This is her first published illustrated book,released Dec.,2013. (Claire Turtlemoon is nom de plume for Susan J. Welker)

Connie grew up in Delaware, near the eastern shore, and spent her childhood delighting in the smell of salty marshes. She writes creative non-fiction short stories about her younger years and the role of the Delaware marshlands in her life. She currently lives in Florida.

Samberine Everose is a pseudonym of a simple girl in real life with a nickname Joan. She is a Christian Author who loves to sing and declare God's Great Love and Goodness through the 'voice(writing) that God's calls for her.

Vivian Gilbert Zabel not only writes, producing a total of 7 books, but also is the president of 4RV Publishing LLC. Info can be found at 4RV Publishing.com. Of Vivian's 7 books, only 6 can be listed here.

Linda Asato has been writing poetry and then stories since she was 9 years old. She has worked with children in the teaching arena for the past 33 years. As well as writing books for children, she has written how-to books for adults on the subject of gardening and plants.

Mother of three adult children who are blessings every day of my life.

SG Cardin was born in Manchester, New Hampshire. She also writes as Stephanie Burkhart. She received a B.S. in Political Science from California Baptist University. Currently she works as a 911 Dispatcher for LAPD. Check out her "Novels" folder for upcoming stories.

The Sojourn Chronicles has been called one of the greatest epic adventures of all time. Why not take a moment and read "Invalid Item" 

Boomer, a collection of linked short stories that reveal Chet Almon's handling of life's events, commencing with the Boomer era and ending with the age-old challenges.

I'm a 60 something male widower who has enjoyed writing stories since my childhood. This is my first book and I am now hoping to have my second book published this year

"Dancing With the Flow of Time" is an illustrated book of poetry. It is a book of poetry and photography. Its on nature, the environment, sustainability, spirituality and human fallibility. These are poems written in Canada, India, Australia, Europe on the rhythms of life.

Molly lives in rural Indiana where she works as a freelance writer and author. She has books for adults and children available on Amazon- amazon.com/author/m-allm an

Stories of Love, Magic, and Bad Luck

Tired of thrillers and SciFi novels with nothing but conventional, straight characters? Try Max Griffin's work, which features gay protagonists in adventures that will curl your toes and incite your imagination. Visit him on the web at http://maxgriffin.net/

Drawn like moths to the flame, Anna Wright and Nolan Brady are consumed by one another. Their previous history, bruised egos, and just plain fear are obstacles that continue to divide them. Can passion be enough to get these two to cross the barriers and take a chance?

I have currently available on Amazon.com eleven books -- five collections of my personal poetry and six prose novels: two crime dramas, one fictional contemporary romance, one fantasy/action/adventure novella, and two historical fiction/action-adventure stories.

A collection of poetry books written about many topics. Include several types of poems, styles, and forms. Topics include faith, God, hope, fate, darkness, pain, and much more. Certainly full of topics that all can relate to in some way. Part of a larger series of books

The two vampire novels that were solely created on Writing.Com and ultimately published through PublishAmerica.com!

Oldwarrior is retired from the military, a combat wounded Disabled Veteran, a retired Newspaper Editor, published author, and lives in the country. He grew up in poverty but managed to obtain a decent education. ALL BOOKS ARE ALSO AVALILABLE IN PAPERBACK FORM.

Author of middle grade fantasy and science fiction. Debut novel published in August 2018 with sequel due in 2019, plus a separate standalone in progress. Published many stories and poems in a variety of magazines and anthologies.

Growing up in South Georgia often leads to strengthening imagination. These stories and poems blossom from times spent with God’s beauty. If you enjoy quiet times reading to your child (or grandchild), you will certainly take pleasure in this small collection.

My stories are published in "Chicken Soup" and Guideposts series. They focus on the miracles in my life: family and friends who've helped me recover from spinal surgery 26 years ago. My injury doesn't define me.It's given me reason to examine how love heals.

My book "Once upon a Rhyme" is my first anthology of 80 poems .My second book Inspiration is now available at amazon and kobo.My third book is a dark short story named When Life Becomes Hell .Myfourth book Wings of Love is an anthology of love poems.

In a war-torn medieval world shaped by a forgotten battle between divine disciples, young Yanatoh Yamada and his friends embark on an epic journey that could awaken the truth behind a man who became God.

Noelle Skeldon is a contributing author in three anthologies. She is a native of Northern NY with a BS in Social Work from SUNY Albany. Drawing on her studies of the human condition, a sense of intuition and a genuine love of people, her inspirational characters are born.