My novels
I've written 4 novels (unpublished) in an new genre
(adventure romances) that are a mixture of romance, sports, religion, and humor,
with a touch of fantasy. These novels are not posted on my web site, but some
of my short stories are, and I intend to adapt some
of them for inclusion in my next novel.
Since I'm unpublished, if you're a book agent or publisher, take a look at what's here and consider taking me on, or if you know someone who is, pass my name to them.
Summaries
The characters in these stories all live in Lansing, Michigan on Best Street, an imaginary street behind Sparrow hospital. They all have an adventure of some sort, that results in a romance when two people are unknowlngly set up. They all have a Christian theme, there is no violence or sex scenes, and they are entertaining. And just for fun, they all have a shoe theme.
1. The Silver Stilleto
A heart broken man, Jim, wants to get away from it all and rethink his
life. He bets his neighbor he can take a two week vacation for only
$200. Since he is alone on this trip, he creates an imaginary friend,
Christopher Cricket, to ride on his handlebars and keep him company.
He meets another biker, Sandy, who convinces him to change his route so they
can ride together. Themes are
bicycling, chess, Star Trek. Setting is provided by my bicycling
experiences with self supported touring. See my
bicycling page.
2. The Purple Boot
A shy, lonely man, Doug, is depressed, and when he visits his neighbor,
decides to go on a horseback trail ride across Michigan. His neighbor
helps him get riding lessons and prepare for the trip. Three pretty
women also on the trip thinks he is adorable, but he is too shy to ask any
of them on a date. The women, however, are not so shy. Themes
are horses, cribbage, and crossword puzzles. Setting is provided by my
trail ride across Michigan.
3. The Fuschia Croc
An elderly man, Dave, decides to fulfill a life long dream to canoe the
Au Sable River in Michigan. He convinces nine of his friends to go
along with him and everyone has a good time except Judy. Themes are
canoeing, camping, and naming a baby. Setting is provided by my
canoe trip.
4. Cherry Red Pumps
A successful young woman, Babs, sells her restaurant and decides to go to
the mall to find a man so she can settle down and have a family. She
dresses up, and when she gets to the mall, finds a lovely pair of red pumps
which she buys and then wears out of the store. A man, Bud, is
immediately attracted to her and they go on a date. Their second date
is a bust. Sandy, Babs running partner, helps her out as she goes on
date after date while Bud looks on. Themes are running and bad dates.
Setting is provided by my running.
5. Sky Blue Sandals
Work in progress. Linc (short for Lincoln) meets Sheryl in a shoe store. Her fiance broke up with her the day before her wedding and she's out to get even with men in general. Linc tells wild stories. Linc is a salesman by trade, and does such a good job of telling these stories, that a lot of people believe him, but not Sandy. Theme is bicycling, and setting is provided by my Erie Canal trip.