Night Home Rose Titus Publication date: December 2nd 2017 Genres: Adult, Paranormal, Thriller
When Muriel Aubrey inherits an old house in a small town, she imagines that moving into the rural community will be deathly dull. But the old house once belonged to her eccentric granduncle, a professor who was said to be researching something very mysterious and unusual before his untimely death. While exploring the slightly rundown Victorian age home, she finds the research notes that had been hidden away and discovers that the professor was researching vampires.
It isn’t long before Muriel meets residents of the small town who knew the professor almost a century ago, and that everything he wrote in the notes he kept is true… And she suddenly finds herself stalked by a vampire hunter.
There was the usual convenience store stuff on the rack: Tabloids, celebrity gossip, fashion magazines, newspapers. The store sold lottery tickets, junk food, candy, beer, a few grocery items, even a few small appliances. She noticed the guy who owned the place was watching her. It made her nervous. Not because he watched her, but because he was so pale. He did not look unhealthy. It was like he just never got out into the sun.
“You must be the new girl.”
“Huh?” She spun around to face him.
“You’re new in town. You just moved into that old house.”
“H-how do you know?”
“Well, how could I not know? I live across the field and saw the light was on for the first time in a long time.”
“Oh,” she felt silly. “Yeah. That’s right. I’m new in town. The house will need some work, but it’s not really that bad. My eccentric old uncle owned it a long time ago and—”
“I know. Professor Aubrey. He was a good man,” there was sadness in his voice.
“Yeah, that’s what they say—” how the hell would he know if he was a good man? This guy looked no more than thirty. The old guy had been dead for at least since 1936, according to the old newspaper clipping.
“Elton.” He seemed to smile as he introduced himself. “Elton Masaryk.”
“Muriel Aubrey.”
“That’s a pretty name.”
She went up to pay for the magazine she picked.
“You let me know if you need anything over there, all right? I live just across the field. If you need anything, don’t hesitate. Really.”
“Thank you.” She went for the door but turned around. “You sound as if you know something about Professor Aubrey?”
He hesitated. “A little. Why?”
“He was related to me, but I hardly know anything about him. I heard he was murdered by his colleague from the University and—”
“Yeah. That’s right. The same guy who murdered your uncle also killed three other people too. They gave him the chair. Bastard deserved it.” But then he was silent. He was beginning to sound as if he knew more than he could tell. As if it still angered him somehow. “Oh well.” Then he went silent.
“Okay. Thank you.” She left. She returned home as the sky began to brighten, and finally slept.
Author Bio:
Rose Titus resides somewhere in cold, dreary New England with two manipulative cats and a very out of date computer with which she creates horror and fantasy fiction. She also has a restored classic Buick to ride around in while in search of adventure.
For travel she has stayed the night in an allegedly haunted castle, has taken a boat ride on Loch Ness, and has visited the Bermuda Triangle — without getting lost.
Her work has previously appeared in Lost Worlds, Lynx Eye, Bog Gob, Mausoleum, Weird Terrain, Descend, The Dead River Review, and other literary magazines. She also writes regularly for Blood Moon Rising Magazine.
When she’s not working or writing or messing with her old car, she waits by the mailbox for her Fortean Times to arrive.
Genre: Native American Cross-Cultural Conspiracy Thriller
GOVERNMENT
CORRUPTION TRIGGERS AN ANCIENT CHEYENNE CURSE…
Greed and corruption have infiltrated the once-pristine
Colorado Rockies, echoes of years past when silver miners swarmed the area like
vermin, precipitating a 19th Century curse. Now a new generation delivers a
different form of pollution, among them the most corrupt entity of them all.
All Sara Reynolds remembers of the wreck that slammed their Silverado to the
depths of Dead Horse Canyon is Bryan’s dying plea to expose what he found. Why
did they kill him? What happened that fateful spring day? Will she and her dead
husband’s life-long Native American friend, Charlie Littlewolf, discover his
secret?
Ceremonies taught by Charlie’s Northern Cheyenne medicine man grandfather
decades before can connect with the spirits and reveal all things. He shunned
them then. He needs them now, like never before. Coupled with Sara’s ethereal
clues from the heavens can they find answers in time? Or will the same black
ops raiders murder them, too?
READERS’ FAVORITE 5-STAR REVIEW
“Infused with a sense of danger, the intricate plot and dramatic
storyline create a breathtaking and intense story.…An exceptional
novel complete with conspiracy, intrigue, and murder that will enthrall
everyone who has an affinity for suspenseful thrillers with just a smidgen of
the paranormal.” –Susan Sewell
THE BOOK COMMENTARY 5-STAR REVIEW
“A fascinating blend of historical mystery and the supernatural that is
as suspenseful as it is entertaining. How the past affects the present is a
cleverly handled theme, and the narrative highlights the enduring consequences
of greed and disrespect for the land. Boldly written, tautly plotted, and
expertly delivered.” –George Buehlman
AWARDS
Page Turner Book Award
Silver Medal Global Book Awards
Pinnacle Book Achievement Award
Book Excellence Award Finalist
Readers’ Favorite 5-star Review
Breathtaking drops along the road that rimmed Colorado’s
Dead Horse Canyon terrified Sara Reynolds from the start. Cliffs and gorges
stretched on and off for miles, few protected by guardrails.
“Too expensive,” Bryan explained. “Not a priority for lean
county budgets.”
His advice for dealing with roadway-induced acrophobia was simple:
“Keep your eyes on the center line. Concentrate on the road. Whatever
you do, never, ever look down!”
His words sprang from memory, recommendations moot. Ignoring the threat
didn’t make it go away. Especially when someone T-boned your truck on a blind
curve.
Their mangled Silverado teetered on a ledge twenty feet below. She stared,
incredulous, as steam twisted upward from its crumpled hood in a sultry,
hypnotic dance. Vapors crawled along the shattered windshield, then teased the
heart-shaped leaves of a young quaking aspen—the truck’s only ally against a
sheer drop of several hundred feet.
The realization she’d been the truck’s passenger only moments before sizzled
through her like lightning. Why was she weightless, brunette tendrils floating
about her shoulders like a storm cloud? Her horrified gaze shifted to her
husband, likewise weightless and wearing his signature crooked grin.
“What happened?” Her words were soundless, thought rather
than speech.
“We’re dead.”
“What? Dead? What do you mean we’re dead?”
He pointed to their truck. She gasped. Their lifeless bodies were clearly
visible through the cab’s passenger side window.
He was right—they were dead.
The tender expression in his hazel eyes embraced her heart as affection
flowed between them. An unexpected sense of peace defied what lay below.
Time froze, the forest hushed and serene as a leafy chorus offered a requiem in
the spring breeze.
What seemed an eternity later, sirens screamed through the canyon. His
demeanor shifted.
“I’m sorry, Sara. That didn’t exactly work out as planned. I know—I
should have listened to you. I love you, sweetheart.”
Renewed panic surged. “What are you saying, Bryan?”
“You must go back. Promise me. Don’t let them get away with this.
Please.”
He blew her a kiss, then his personage retreated, fading into a swirling
vortex of unearthly light.
He didn’t stop, her plea denied, his only response a wave of farewell as he
vanished into the light.
* * *
She awoke to mind-numbing pain. Her shoulder, neck, and hip screamed, spasms
twisting every muscle as if some wild beast had torn them apart. There’d been
an ear-splitting crash, a brilliant flash of light. . .
Where was Bryan? Where was she?
Unless someone knew otherwise, surely it was hell.
Somewhere far away a muffled siren wailed. Fear of the truth conspired with
her blood-crusted lashes not to open her eyes. Pain vetoed the refusal. Her
eyelids trembled open.
A sandy haired, broad-shouldered man in a blue EMS uniform sat beside her,
attention fixed on a beeping vital signs monitor. A metallic taste filled her
mouth, lips swollen and heavy, her attempt to speak a scratchy whisper.
“What. . .happened? Wh-where’s Bryan? Is he h-here?”
The man turned her way, regarding her with dark, concerned eyes.
“It’s okay, ma’am. Don’t try to talk.” He placed a gentle hand on
her shoulder. “We’re getting you to help as fast as we can.”
Her breathing quickened, ravaged muscles and nerves on fire, but the agony
consuming her heart eclipsed it all. A sob caught in her throat, words an
articulated whimper.
“H-he left me. Here….”
“Just relax.” He emptied a syringe into the port of the IV line
embedded in her arm.
The pain ebbed. Again nothing. Only darkness.
* * *
BELTON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
April 17, Tuesday
5:37 p.m.
The sensation of motion breached the persistent fog. Her eyes cracked open
as the gurney rumbled through a portal into blinding light. Electronic
chirping, then muted voices, the smell of antiseptics.
She forced her query out from somewhere in her chest. “W-what
h-happened?”
The pretty black nurse hanging a unit of blood looked her way. “You
were in a bad wreck, darlin’. Just rest now. You’re in good hands. You’re awake
and that’s a really good sign.”
“But my husband—”
“I know, darlin’. Don’t worry about him. He’s in a better place.”
Tears flowed unbidden. It had to be a nightmare. Willing herself awake,
however, failed. Abandonment and confusion in the grip of agonizing pain
remained.
Return to Dead Horse
Canyon: Grandfather Spirits
Dead Horse Canyon Saga Book 2
THE DEAD HORSE
CANYON SAGA CONTINUES. . .
READERS’ FAVORITE
5-STAR REVIEW
“I went into ‘Return to Dead Horse Canyon’ not having read the first
book and while it does read comfortably as a stand-alone, after just a couple
of chapters I actually went back to read ‘The Curse of Dead Horse Canyon’
before restarting book two. It was an excellent decision. The building of the
Cheyenne history is critical to the story and had I not understood Sara’s
complete motivation and Charlie’s fully fleshed-out roots, I’d have missed out
on so much more than just a good read. My gosh, the depth of ethnology packed
into both novels is meticulously researched and beautifully detailed.
Co-authors Marcha Fox and Pete Risingsun are a dream team with this saga and
I’m really looking forward to the third and final installment of their
trilogy.” — Asher Syed
This epic modern Native American saga continues in this sequel to “The
Curse of Dead Horse Canyon” where Charlie Littlewolf and Sara Reynolds
discovered why her husband, Bryan, was murdered, changing their lives forever.
While Charlie swore to avenge his white brother’s death, the path to do so
remains unclear.
His job with Lone Star Operations allows him to use his college education and
earn a generous income. However, it conflicts with everything he knows to be
right, especially as he returns to the teachings of his medicine man
grandfather. Is violating the Earth wrong or not? Little does he realize that
his work will ultimately return him to the Northern Cheyenne reservation where
his true destiny will manifest in ways he never imagined.
Sara is determined to fulfill Bryan’s last request to expose the government
corruption coupled with the lethal forces that stole his life. Releasing the
scandalous Top Secret data via WikiLeaks infuriates those with much to lose,
who place a high price on her demise. When her response gets too personal, the
next attempt to silence her forever comes close to home.
While miles apart, each struggles with life-threatening situations as a result
of their dedication to Bryan’s legacy. Their lives remain entangled through a
series of fateful decisions and circumstances that define a future fraught with
dangerous unknowns for them both.
AWARDS
Pinnacle Book Achievement Award
Firebird Book Award
Book Excellence Award Finalist
5-star Readers’ Favorite Review
Page Turner Award Finalist
The Revenge of Dead
Horse Canyon: Sweet Medicine Spirits
Dead Horse Canyon Saga Book 3
The DEAD HORSE
CANYON Trilogy’s explosive conclusion!
Picking up where “Return to Dead Horse Canyon: Grandfather Spirits”
left off, we find that much to her enemy’s dismay, Sara’s life is spared, but
with a steep price. A million dollar bounty remains on her demise, motivating
another to threaten her life. Paralyzed by the last attempt to eliminate her,
her Native American friend, Charlie, promises to help restore her health so she
can walk again. Before he can accomplish that, however, the unthinkable happens,
which disrupts and redirects their plans.
To fulfill his promise to his Northern Cheyenne Grandfather to complete a
four-day ceremonial fast at the Sacred Mountain, Charlie journeys to Bear Butte
in South Dakota, known to his tribe as Novavose. A series of
startling visions reveal the full scope of his destiny. Of prime importance is
to restore the ancient Earth Giving Ceremony known as the Massaum, originally revealed
thousands of years before by their prophet, Sweet Medicine.
Has the time come at last for Native People to unite and fulfill Black Cloud’s
curse on Dead Horse Canyon? And what about those other 19th century prophecies
directed to the 7th Generation by Black Elk and Crazy Horse?
Phase I of the PURF complex is complete. A gala open house to celebrate is
scheduled around the same time as the Gathering of Indigenous Leaders.
While the underground facility is filled to the brim with corrupt lobbyists,
contractors, and government officials, not far away a host of First Nation
Americans is entrenched in a ceremony that promises to restore them to their
land.
What could possibly go wrong?
5-STAR EDITORIAL REVIEW FROM READERS’
FAVORITE
“The Revenge of Dead Horse Canyon by
Marcha Fox and Pete Risingsun stands out for its sharp writing and complete
ability to immerse readers, especially in Charlie’s spiritual transformation.
Poor Sara just cannot get a break. Attacked, paralyzed, kidnapped, and then
labeled a domestic terrorist and sanctioned! This isn’t just a fight for
survival; this is about the power of truth in the face of overwhelming
opposition. Charlie fits into this description, with a spectacular ceremony for
Sara’s healing, but also as a powerful catalyst when he is in the presence of
Grandmother Earth and the consequences of his actions. Fox and Risingsun are a
dream writing team in every way, and, culturally, this portrayal of Charlie’s
heritage is painted from the sky to the smallest pebble and the fire burning in
between. The pacing is elevated by point of view shifts and all the drama, but
also a surprising relationship transformation as well. Ultimately, this finale
succeeds with a perfect 10 landing. Very, very highly recommended.”
AWARDS
Reader’s Favorite 5-stars
Book Excellence Award
Pinnacle Achievement Award
A
sweetgrass braid ordered in 2019 connected a NASA physicist in Texas with a
Cheyenne elder living on the Northern Cheyenne reservation in Montana. That
relationship evolved from a transaction to a consultation to a co-authorship
that produced a culturally meticulous, spiritually grounded, award-winning
conspiracy thriller trilogy.
Before
publishing “The Curse of Dead Horse Canyon” Marcha wanted to confirm
her portrayal of Native American culture and the story’s protagonist, Charlie
Littlewolf, was accurate as well as respectful toward indigenous people.
Synchronicity
intervened via that sweetgrass braid and connected her with Pete Risingsun, an
enrolled member and elder in the Northern Cheyenne tribe. He offered insights
and changes, but best of all, was so taken with the story he ultimately became
its coauthor.
Marcha’s
experience as a retired NASA engineer and seasoned author of The Star Trails
Tetralogy science fiction series, melded perfectly with Pete’s knowledge of his
tribe’s history and ceremonies.
The
pair, who has never met face to face, collaborated via phone calls, text
messages, and snail mail between her home in the Texas Hill Country and his on
the reservation in Montana.
It
took five years to produce the trilogy that comprises “The Curse of Dead
Horse Canyon Saga,” the three books of which have collected a total of 13
awards.
In
preparation for writing the saga’s explosive conclusion, Marcha and Pete
conducted extensive research. In so doing, they were delighted to uncover
fascinating details of Norther Cheyenne history and ceremonies that dove-tailed
perfectly with the complex story’s plot, tying it back to numerous events in
the 19th Century.
Some secrets are better left buried. Others are waiting to
pull you under.
Jill Davis is just trying to survive the hustle of New York
City. As a private dog walker for the elite residents of an Upper East Side
high-rise, she’s used to navigating the eccentricities of her wealthy clients.
From the icy and demanding Briar Whitney, to the mysterious and unnervingly
attractive Christopher Bennett. Jill prides herself on blending into the
background; but in a city where everyone is watching, staying invisible is
becoming a dangerous game.
While a serial killer that the media has dubbed the
“Socialite Strangler” stalks the shadows of Central Park, Jill’s carefully
curated life begins to unravel. A series of unexplained “glitches” in her daily
routine, and a questioning detective suggest that the danger isn’t just in the
park, but in the building where she works.
When a high-stakes Halloween party turns a theatrical hoax
into a gruesome reality, Jill is thrust into the centre of a nightmare. Caught
in a web of obsession and lethal deception, she must decide who to trust.
In a world where everyone is connected, there is nowhere
left to hide. Can Jill break free before her own toxic traits and those around
her, become her undoing?
Avid dog lover and Author Rebecca Christo was born in
Toronto, Ontario, where she developed an early love of both reading and
writing. Of particular interest to her was creating a story with emotionally
mature content that was still entertaining enough to be read for fun on a
relaxing vacation. She hopes she’s succeeded with her very first published
novel: Mirrored Wounds.
When she’s not travelling with her husband, Darcy Christo, Rebecca enjoys
spending time with him, her children Ali, Brittany and Maxwell, and her puppies
(Lucy and Winston) in Wasaga Beach, Ontario where she currently lives.
In the heart of two cities divided by rivalries, it unveils
a compelling narrative of passion, ambition, and transformation.
James, a steadfast
leader striving for progress, faces the complex dynamics of a changing world as
he partners with Evelleyne, a boss from a rival gang. Against an ongoing feud
between the Northside Ryders and the River Syndicates, a symbol of new
possibilities, the characters embark on a journey of self-discovery, secrets,
adoration, and resilience. The flames of change burn brightly, forging
alliances, shattering expectations, and ultimately illuminating the path to
redemption.
Prepare for a tale of love, loyalty, and redemption set
against conflict and transformation. As the characters navigate the
complexities of their choices, the story explores the resilience of the human
spirit and the indomitable power of love to endure even in the darkest times.
“The perfect enemies-to-lovers novel with Romeo and
Juliet vibes. Gritty, emotional and utterly unputdownable!”
“Evelyne and James’ love story was beautifully made. I
was torn apart by the tragic ending.”
Where are you, baby? You know I hate
waiting,” says Evelleyne, her breath briefly fogging the reflected outline of
her bare shoulder on her phone’s screen.”
“I just got out of the shower. Give me about fifteen minutes,
and I’ll be there,” said James.
“You could have waited on the shower, baby. You’ll be hot and
sweaty as soon as I let you in the door.”
“Is that so? Well, let me hurry up then. Sounds like I’m
going to have my work cut out for me tonight.”
“You have no idea.”
“Let me finish here. I’ll see you in a bit.”
“Okay, baby. Be careful. No speeding tickets this time.”
“I can’t make any promises. You know I can’t wait to get to
you, girl.”
“I know, baby, but I’m not going anywhere, so there’s no need
to rush. Just know your girl is waiting on you—with nothing on.”
“See, that’s what makes me break the law getting to your
house.”
Evelleyne laughs. “You’re so cute when you’re possessive.”
“Yeah, and I’m the luckiest man alive to have you in my life.
I’m gone; see you in a few.”
“Okay, baby.”
Evelleyne sits on the window ledge, gazing out into the
night. The moon is high, and its white light glistens on her voluptuous, tanned
body. Her heart beats faster, and she can barely catch her breath as she
tightens the grip on her cell phone.
James is rushing down the steps, ready to see his beloved. He
hears a soft, shaky voice as he’s about to hit the “end call” button on his
cell phone.
“I love you, James,” says Evelleyne.
“I’ll see you soon,” he shyly responds.
Evelleyne gazed at the night sky, and a tear rolled down her
cheek. She knows James loves her, but he won’t say it—he’s proved that. Still,
she wants to hear it from his lips.
James hopped in his Chrysler 300. Though excited to see
Evelleyne, he’s nervous before starting the car. His mind drifted through the
chapters of his life, a journey marked by unexpected turns and profound
transformations.
He thought back to the days when he rose through the ranks,
becoming an underboss for the Northside Ryders. The choices, alliances forged,
and conflicts navigated shaped him into a formidable figure in the city’s
underworld.
Meeting Evelleyne was a turning point. Her strength,
resilience, and unwavering spirit drew him in. Love blossomed amidst the chaos,
a beacon of light in the shadows of their tumultuous world. Together, they
dared to dream of a different future.
Alicia Rice is a multi-genre author, leadership development
strategist, and speaker whose work explores power, choice, resilience, and the
human condition. She is the author of several compelling titles, including
Historian of the Wasteland, a gripping dystopian series that challenges readers
to examine what survives when systems collapse — and what should.
By day, Alicia serves as a Learning & Development
leader, designing leadership programs that empower emerging and senior leaders
to lead with courage, justice, and accountability. By night, she writes stories
that explore generational trauma, moral conflict, and the quiet strength of
those history often overlooks. Her work is deeply influenced by her
grandmother’s encouragement, who nurtured her love of storytelling from a young
age and instilled in her the belief that her voice mattered.
When she’s not writing or mentoring, Alicia is either gaming
or building platforms that connect authors, leaders, and lifelong learners
through purpose-driven dialogue
In the mystical world of voodoo culture, justice is not
always black and white
JuJu Justice
by T.E. Lane
Genres: Supernatural Thriller
JuJu Justice is a gritty suspsense drama set in the
belly of the New Orleans voodoo culture, pitting a juju priestess against her
dangerous childhood nemesis in a war between good and evil. This much
anticipated new drama is T.E. Lane’s second novel, based on their award-winning
screenplay. Fans of mystery, crime, paranormal, and action/thrillers will love
this book!
Deep in the Louisiana river bottoms, the legendary
“swamp witch” Mama Moo must decide who to share her juju with—the
white light voodoo priestess or the black magic criminal mastermind. Her
seemingly obvious choice is complicated by long-buried secrets that will
determine who lives or dies.
June Mae, a white-light practitioner, faces off against her childhood nemesis,
Mister—a well-connected criminal who practices the dark side of voodoo. When
June’s straight-laced sister April drops into town for an unplanned visit, she
quickly understands the dangerous world that June inhabits. As the sisters
reconcile past traumas and reconnect, June must overcome her fears to face
Mister in a voodoo battle to save their lives. Their mentor, the “swamp
witch” Mama Moo, faces a perilous choice which will determine who lives or
dies.
The screenplay has won five script awards:
*Semifinalist Your Script Produced 4th Edition 2025
*Semifinalist Los Angeles International Screenplay Awards
*Official Finalist NYISA Best Feature Screenplay Award
*Second Rounder Austin Film Festival Screenplay Competition
*Quarterfinalist Manchester Film Festival
What readers
are saying:
“JuJu Justice spins a tale that is both intriguing
and culturally rich . . . JuJu Justice enthralls viewers with a combination of
magical intrigue and Southern Gothic drama.” – NYISA
“JuJu Justice creates a supernatural stage filled with spirits,
ghosts,murder, and deception . . . with a skillful blend of supernatural
elements with deeper themes of family and responsibility.” -Austin
Film Festival
Every T.E. Lane story begins with family at its core and
spirals into mystery, action, and a touch of the supernatural. It’s a place
where magic always feels possible, the coincidences may not be so coincidental,
and the line between reality and something more is always worth crossing.
T.E. Lane writes screenplays and fiction. A fan of action, thriller, mystery,
and literary fiction, the author enjoys blending aspects of many genres into a
single work, creating a unique reading experience that will keep you turning
the pages. Connect with the author on social media @telane_author.
