THE SEARCH OF GRACE by James Gottesman, a suspenseful women’s fiction novel
A highly engaging suspense novel that builds tension as a woman searches for her biological family and fights her own PTS demons. A riveting and satisfying read.
The SOMERSET AWARDS for Literary and Contemporary Fiction 2014 Official Finalist Listing
The Somerset Awards writing competition recognizes emerging new talent and outstanding works in the genre of Literary and Contemporary Fiction. The Somerset Awards is a division of the Chanticleer Awards International Writing Competitions. We are pleased to announce the SOMERSET Awards Official Finalists List for 2014, otherwise known as the "Short List." The Official Finalists Listing is comprised of entries that have passed the first three rounds of judging from the entire field of entrants. To pass the first three rounds of judging, more than sixty pages of the works below have been read and have deemed worthy by the CBR judges of continuing in competition for the SOMERSET Awards FIRST IN CATEGORY positions and their prize packages. Congratulations to the SOMERSET AWARDS 2014 FINALISTS: Steve Lundin for The Manipulator: A Private Life in Public Relations Emily Ruth Verona for Steady is the Fall Ken Swarner for Family of the Year Nancy Adair for Soon Coming Nathan Smith Hips for The Misfit's Companion Patrick M. Garry for Finding Flipper Frank Jim Musgrave for Freak Story: 1967 - 1969 Thomas H. McNeely for Ghost Horse Michael A. Smith for Lightening's Child Kate McKenna for True Stories of Local Heroes Ian Bull for The Picture Kills Jim Henniger for Recording a Kill Laurie Fitzpatrick for Niello Michael Olin-Hitt for The Homegoing Rian Everest for The Tangerine Trio Michael Hurley for The Vineyard Jodie Bain for Inside the Walls of Matacalli City Zoo Janet K. Shawgo for Find Me Again [...]
LADIES in LOW PLACES by Mary Ann Henry, a collection of short stories
Each one of these short stories is an entertaining and poignant read that will linger and leave you wanting more. A wonderful sense of place, authentic voice, and vividly drawn characters make this work a standout collection.
FEARFUL MASTER by Arthur Lawrence, a political thriller
This intriguing and, frighteningly so, realistic novel depicts an increasingly extremist United States, battered by the effects of global warming and war.
The GREAT SYMMETRY by James R. Wells, a Science Fiction Thrill Ride
When exoarcheologist, Evan McElroy, unearths an ancient artifact, he realizes that the secret contained within has the power to change the course of human destiny – a secret worth killing for – in this sci-fi thrill ride.
COMMUNITY MARKETING for AUTHORS by James R. Wells – author of THE GREAT SYMMETRY, a science fiction novel
Your book is your art. It's your labor of love. And that changes everything. Once you embrace this idea, suddenly you can ask where you never could before.
WAITING FOR LOVE by Alexandra Maria Proca – Collection of YA Short Stories on Contemporary Issues
An excellent conduit into the insights and reflections of an introspective young person about contemporary issues.
AMEERA, UNVEILED by Kathleen Varn – Chick Lit
An inspiring and fun story that reminds us that it is never too late to follow your dreams and unlock your inner goddess. A fun chick-lit read!
HAWKINS LANE, by Judith Kirscht, a literary romantic mystery
An engrossing story of the influence of family in our lives, and of the struggle by two people to triumph over tragedy. You’ll be captivated from the first page!
TREASURE: A Trilogy by Vanessa Hoffman
Interwoven stories of suspense and political intrigue raise important questions about the ways in which we live our lives. An engrossing read!