The Empty Nest

               Angie slumped in her seat at the kitchen table, staring at the wall. It was quiet. Too quiet.            “You OK?”            Angie glanced up to find Tim studying her.            “Yeah. Just having a cup of coffee.”             Tim raised his eyebrows....

2023 Christmas Extravaganza

Every year, Pelican Book Group publishes a series of Christmas novels and novellas. Here is a summary of the ones I’ve read, along with my reviews. If you’d like an inspirational Christmas story to read this season, you can find some wonderful options...

Be Still

Valerie thrust the paddle downward, pushing the kayak forward through the water, trying to keep up with her friends. She held the paddle in one hand, adjusted her sunglasses, and tucked her hair behind her ear. She tried to keep pace, keeping the kayak within a few...

Sea Glass

  Kyle and Alicia strolled down the beach, hand in hand. “I’m so glad we were able to get away,” Alicia said. “Yeah. It’s been a tough year.” Kyle squeezed her hand. “It has. I feel like God has forgotten about us.” “Oh, Babe, don’t ever think that. God is always...

2022 Christmas Extravaganza

Every year, Pelican Book Group publishes a series of Christmas novels and novellas. Here is a summary of some of my favorites, along with my reviews. If you’d like an inspirational Christmas story to read this season, you can find some wonderful options below!...

Unchanging

             Michelle stared at her mother, Alice, unable to take in what she just said. She tried to sit up, but her head swam.             “Here, let me help you.” Alice raised the hospital bed so Michelle was in a sitting position.             “Can you repeat what...