The Lifted Veil: A Short Story

The first thing to enter her mind as the veil of sleep lifts is her recent diagnosis. She looks down at the book in her lap and remains cradled in the easy chair. She runs her fingers over the book cover—treasuring how it feels in her hands. She lets her fingers linger over the spine … Continue reading The Lifted Veil: A Short Story

Who Killed Thomas Kean?

Today, I'm thrilled to offer you a sneak peek into a captivating new book. A few weeks ago, I posted about a soon-to-be-released novel called And I Heard the Mourner Say (click here to learn more). Now, I have the privilege of making the first chapter available. Enjoy. AND I HEARD THE MOURNER SAYChapter 1: … Continue reading Who Killed Thomas Kean?

The Memory Of Old Jack by Wendell Berry – Book Review

I always enjoy spending time in Port William, but this time was a bit more tragic. Wendell Berry has a way of taking what appears to be an ordinary, well-lived, life of a man in Kentucky and showing you the hidden tensions and pressures that are at work. Sometimes the seemingly trivial choices we make … Continue reading The Memory Of Old Jack by Wendell Berry – Book Review