Books

The Accidental Traveler

"The Accidental Traveler" is a thrilling middle-grade historical fantasy novel of 50,000 words that transports readers to a world of enchantment, adventure, and self-discovery. Set against the backdrop of war-torn Italy, this character-driven tale follows a twelve-year-old street urchin who stumbles upon a magical portal to the last home of the Olympian gods. Along the way, our protagonist meets Zeus and his entourage of mythical beings, and embarks on a quest that tests courage, resilience, and the power of bonds with newfound friends. This gripping drama is a thought-provoking exploration of fate and destiny, infused with action and excitement that will leave readers spellbound and yearning for more.

The Oaks of Graystone

In the quiet forests of Graystone, the black oak trees stand tall and ancient, their roots reaching deep into the earth, holding the stories of the land within them. This is a young adult novel that tells a story of forbidden love, of a settler rancher boy who falls in love with a Pomo Indian girl, and the tragic consequences of their love. But there's more to this tale than meets the eye.

When a modern woman stumbles upon the oaks and connects with them, she's given a gift - the story of the doomed love affair, passed down through the generations by the trees themselves. As she delves deeper into the history of the land, she uncovers a shocking secret that turns everything she thought she knew about the Oaks of Graystone on its head.

As the story unfolds, the interconnectedness of all living things becomes clear, and the reader is left with a haunting realization - that the land holds secrets and stories that we're not always ready to hear. The Oaks of Graystone is a mesmerizing young adult novel of love, betrayal, and the deep connection we have to the world around us - a reminder that the past is never truly gone, and the natural world holds more power and magic than we could ever imagine.