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AN IRISH ODYSSEY BY MF ERLER

An Irish Odyssey: Journey’s Beyond the Peaks (The Journeys Saga) by M.F. Erler

An Irish Historical Fiction Novel ~ Standing in the shadow of Ireland’s Great Hunger, one woman wields an unyielding strength that shapes the destiny of generations. “Sepia-toned history comes alive with thoughts and conversations as contemporary as our own.” —Pastor Tim Christenson, Colonel, USMC (Ret.) “I learned a lot about the Irish … [Read More...] about An Irish Odyssey: Journey’s Beyond the Peaks (The Journeys Saga) by M.F. Erler

A Deceptive Spirit: A Shelly Gale Mystery Book 3

Release Date: April 11, 2025 READ A SAMPLE | SHARE | BUY A small town in chaos. A family under siege. A faith that endures. “Calling all units! Calling all units! Code Orange at the Pilotview Mall. All officers report immediately.” When Lieutenant Curly Rogers heard the dispatcher’s words over the radio, fear gripped his heart. Flipping … [Read More...] about A Deceptive Spirit: A Shelly Gale Mystery Book 3

Group Six and the Imperium. Let the Games Begin, by Ron Richard

Group Six and the Imperium: Let the Games Begin by Ron Richard

Release Date: May 31, 2024 READ A SAMPLE | SHARE | BUY The Treskan Imperium: A vacation to die for! "You guys will love the Treskan Imperium!" said Foxx. After killing mutant monsters, defeating an evil vizier, and gaining and losing a queen's ransom in days, Group Six is more than ready for a real vacation. Which part of the Treskan … [Read More...] about Group Six and the Imperium: Let the Games Begin by Ron Richard

Beware the Shifting Sands by Mark Macedonia - Murder in the Black Hills South Dakota

Beware the Shifting Sands by Mark Macedonia – Murder and Secrets in 1920s South Dakota

Release Date: March 15, 2024 READ A SAMPLE | SHARE | BUY In 1928, war veteran turned New York City detective Parker Simms returns to his South Dakota roots, seeking refuge from a Teapot Dome Scandal fallout. But when a sinister killer links their gruesome crimes to "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," Simms is thrust into a relentless pursuit of … [Read More...] about Beware the Shifting Sands by Mark Macedonia – Murder and Secrets in 1920s South Dakota

Far From Magnolia Drive, Journey's Saga

Far From Magnolia Drive: Journey’s Beyond the Peaks (The Journeys Saga) by M.F. Erler

Mary Anna Parker grew up in a small, southern 1950s town, but the adventures and trials of life have taken their toll and separated her from the idyllic settings of her youth. … [Read More...] about Far From Magnolia Drive: Journey’s Beyond the Peaks (The Journeys Saga) by M.F. Erler

The Frisian, A Medieval Novel by Richard Van Der Ven

The Frisian, A Medieval Historical Novel by Author, Richard van der Ven

Release Date: Jan 15, 2024 READ A SAMPLE | SHARE | BUY A Viking raid. A life in tatters. A young warrior’s dangerous quest to shape his destiny. … [Read More...] about The Frisian, A Medieval Historical Novel by Author, Richard van der Ven

Beneath a Crescent Moon by Mark Macedonia

Senator Congratulates Author of “Beneath a Crescent Moon” Mark Macedonia

Mark Macedonia's exhilaration knew no bounds when his highly anticipated second book, "Beneath a Crescent Moon," was published on March 15, 2023. However, the thrilling journey didn't end there, as the Butler Eagle published a half-page interview in their newspaper. Yet, the pinnacle of his excitement arrived when he received an unexpected … [Read More...] about Senator Congratulates Author of “Beneath a Crescent Moon” Mark Macedonia

Butler Eagle Article March 2023

‘Crescent Moon’ illuminates little-known era, the Ottoman Empire

A retired Seneca Valley Intermediate High School history teacher’s expertise came into play in his second published novel that uses a little-known period as a backdrop. Mark Macedonia’s “Beneath A Crescent Moon” offers a story of love, betrayal, and survival during the 16th-century Ottoman Empire. … [Read More...] about ‘Crescent Moon’ illuminates little-known era, the Ottoman Empire

2023 International Book Award Finalist - Horror

2023 International Book Awards Finalist, Horror: SPECTER, the Lazarus Project

Congratulations to Carrie Merrill, 2023 International Book Award - Horror, Award Finalist SPECTER, The Lazarus Project, Book 1 SPECTER series When gifted homicide detective Ryan Mills is recruited to a top-secret FBI division known as S.P.E.C.T.E.R., the world of the supernatural becomes more real than she could have ever imagined. She is … [Read More...] about 2023 International Book Awards Finalist, Horror: SPECTER, the Lazarus Project

Beneath A Crescent Moon by Mark Macedonia

Beneath A Crescent Moon by Mark Macedonia

Release Date: March 15, 2023 READ A SAMPLE | SHARE | BUY "An engaging adventure and melodrama bolstered by a trove of historical factoids..." - KIRKUS REVIEWS " An addicting combination of historical fact with a Shakespearean Romeo and Juliet love affair." --DW "Fascinating events, great characters and an entertaining story line. Loved … [Read More...] about Beneath A Crescent Moon by Mark Macedonia

Lauren's Dark Passage Journey's Saga by MF Erler

Lauren’s Dark Passage: Journeys Beyond the Peaks (The Journeys Saga) by M.F. Erler

Lauren Parker is reeling from the dissolution of her marriage. Her ex-husband has come out of the closet and left her for a male partner. With no family of her own to turn to, she packs herself and her two children far from their home state of Texas, taking a public relations job in Colorado. … [Read More...] about Lauren’s Dark Passage: Journeys Beyond the Peaks (The Journeys Saga) by M.F. Erler

Le JOOLA: Africa’s Titanic, non-fiction narrative on maritime accident

Bestseller in West African History This non-fiction narrative recounts one of the worst maritime disasters in history, the sinking of Le Joola - which tore at the soul of a country. Patrick Wiley's interviews with survivors and extensive in-country research revealed the shameful loss of life and incredible accounts of survival that form the heart … [Read More...] about Le JOOLA: Africa’s Titanic, non-fiction narrative on maritime accident

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Ronald P. “Ron” Lovell, Author, Friend

August 1937 — March 2025

Ron Lovell was born in Colorado Springs and later graduated from UCLA. After serving in the Army, he built a journalism career and became a beloved OSU professor. In retirement, he wrote two mystery series—14 Thomas Martindale books and 4 featuring Lorenzo Madrid.

I’ll miss your “serious” critiques, that sent me into laughing fits on how my writing as “too cutsie” and our weekly donuts and coffee runs, talking about writing, stories, and everything in between.

You were and still are my best friend.

Read more about Ron at: RonLovellAuthor.com

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