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Out of school, Bill McQuarrie accepts a job with a company he's not fond of, but puts up with. However, when they sell his division to a rival, and he meets the overbearing Desmond Farrell, his life turns upside down. Years later, McQuarrie, after recovering from his downfall, seeks justice against those who tormented him. A Trip for Business by Robert E. Kearns is a coming of age story, which tells the story of a young man who rises from the ashes and proves that hope grows eternal.

For generations, in the shadowed heart of a small Irish town, O’Leary Funeral Directors have been renowned as the silent custodians of death. Their name synonymous with solemn expertise and an eerie, unbroken lineage of undertakers. But beneath their impeccable suits and stoic facades lies a chilling legacy that defies the natural order. When twin brothers Christopher and Andrew are born, the family’s rigid traditions begin to fracture. One boy embraces the macabre with a fervor that borders on obsession. The other recoils from the darkness that defines their trade. As the twins come of...

Enter the vibrant, gas-lit streets of 19th-century Dublin, where camaraderie and temptation collide in this enthralling tale of friendship, desire, and unexpected love. When charismatic London socialite Bertie arrives in Dublin at the behest of his old university friend Charles, the city’s allure promises a week of revelry. But Bertie’s insatiable appetite for adventure leads them to Monto, Dublin’s notorious red-light district, where a chance encounter with Cailín, a captivating Irish beauty with a mysterious past, turns his world upside down. As Bertie’s fleeting fascination ...

On a stormy November night, weary traveler Reilly seeks refuge from a relentless downpour. Soon, he stumbles upon the grand yet eerie Manor Lannigan. Welcomed by the enigmatic Lord Lannigan, Reilly is drawn into a world of haunting hospitality and chilling secrets. As the fire crackles and brandy warms, Reilly's host unveils the tragic tale of his great-grandmother. Alice Lannigan is a kind-hearted woman ensnared by her ruthless husband, Edward, whose cunning and cruelty confined her to a lonely attic prison. But the manor holds more than just memories. In the early hours, Reilly hears ...

Born of Texas oil wealth, Ash ‘Sweet’ Afton is a man who has it all—charm, power, and a silver tongue that closes deals and breaks hearts. But beneath his polished exterior lies a ruthless narcissist who is adept at weaving webs of deceit that snare everyone around him. From his long-suffering wife, Heidi, to his string of lovers, which includes the tenacious Amanda Brighton, Ash manipulates with a smile and leaves in his wake, a trail of shattered hearts. When, through a DNA test, Heidi uncovers a shocking secret, the fragile veneer of her marriage crumbles. Then, fueled by betrayal,...

In the bleak chill of a winter Monday, Packenham Tuck, loath to get out of his warm bed, faces a funeral under a shroud of drizzle and gloom. Detesting the cold, the day, and the somber rituals, with a cynical eye, Tuck navigates the delicate dance of funeral etiquette. As he trudges through the familiar faces and predictable rites, a chilling discovery in the cemetery—a gravestone bearing his own name—upends his reality. In this poignant and darkly humorous short story, A Place of Rest explores the fragility of life, the weight of social obligation, and the eerie twist of fate that ...

A stranger arrives in the Texas town of Calvin where he fast establishes himself as a favorite. Because of this, the town leaders invite him to take up the role of Mayor, a position he accepts and prospers in. And when Kilbride marries, his seems the idyllic existence. However, there's another side to Mayor Kilbride, which bride and parents-in-law will soon find out. The Two Faces of Killer Kilbride is a superb tale of psychological manipulation from award-winning author, Robert E. Kearns

Pencraft Awards 2019 , First Place Winner- Hy Brasil: Island of Eternity is inspired by the mythical island of Hy Brasil, said to have existed off the west coast of Ireland. In this beautiful novel Kearns takes us on an adventure to the mythical island of Hy Brasil. There we discover an advanced society faced with an unexpected event that Olan is worried might destroy their civilization. The story begins in present-day Ireland then travels back in time to an ancient and mysterious country that is populated with a people of Irish extraction. The citizens of Hy Brasil have evolved to the ...

In ancient Judea, to the objections of an overbearing parent, a young couple fall in love. When Maria becomes pregnant, they must elope. However, the girl's father wants his revenge and hatches a plot to return them to their home town. In this epic novel, the author takes us on a sweeping journey of love, tragedy and the human condition. Ossuary by Robert E. Kearns is a superlative re-imagining of the greatest story ever told.

U.S.S. Tenacity: A Haunting Tale of Tragedy and the Supernatural Five-Star Review from Readers' Favorite In the shadow of World War II, the U.S.S. Tenacity emerges from the Baltimore shipyards. Soon, however, it appears to be a cursed vessel, plagued by inexplicable accidents, faulty welds, and a sinister aura that defies explanation. For young Irish immigrant Robert "Robbie" Larkin Jr., serving aboard this ill-fated ship becomes a descent into a nightmare where the line between reality and the supernatural blurs. As crew members meet gruesome fates and the ship resists every effort to tame...

In the rugged heartland of old Texas, the township of Clover thrives on luck and laissez-faire, where the Brazos River creates dreams and disputes alike. When the beloved, booze-soaked Sheriff 'Old Ned' meets his demise, the town faces a crisis: who will uphold justice in a place that loathes taxes and loves its freedom? Enter Darlene Nightingale, a sharp-witted, sharpshooting woman who defies convention to claim the roles of sheriff, judge, and jailor. With her husband Tom cheering her on, Darlene trades petticoats for pistols, earning respect with her steady nerve and deadly aim. But as ...

A Trophy Life: A Tale of Discovery and Redemption When Allister, a retired Englishman with a penchant for routine, sets out for a morning walk with his spirited dog Digger, he expects nothing more than the usual jaunt through familiar lanes. But a glint of silver on a garden wall changes everything. A discarded golf trophy, etched with the names of forgotten champions, sparks an unexpected obsession, drawing him into the enigmatic life of Edward McEvoy, a man whose past is as elusive as it is intriguing.. As Allister polishes the tarnished cup and uncovers its history, he’s haunted by ...

Words of a Feather is a stunning collection of Short Stories, Poems and Sketches from author, Robert E. Kearns. There's something inside for every taste, and Words of a Feather comes packed with hours of reading pleasure. Replete with entertainment, there is sure to be laughs, tears, spills and thrills. Satisfying pleasures of the mind, Words of a Feather is a book you'll want to read again and again.

It's 1987 and three schoolmates have taken a summer job in a Dublin factory. One of their numbers, nicknamed Redser, an employee called Mick Cullen, has taken an extreme dislike to. Cullen is a tyrant, and his co-workers are afraid of him. He goes on lengthy breaks, and does what he wants. Then he assaults Redser, which causes the narrator to fear his timely interruption stopped him from doing something much worse. He wonders how far Cullen might go, and believes the only way to stop him is to make his colleagues turn on him. But things turn deadly when there is a half-day strike and Redser...

Trevor Mitchell is the billionaire founder of an internet retailing giant. After deciding he doesn't care for the current President; with maneuvers Machiavelli would be proud of, he plots and schemes his way to the White House. Confident, manipulative, charming and without conscience, Mitchell will use anyone to achieve what he's after. And if a friend or acquaintance needs persuading, blackmail and dirty tricks are not above him. Intrigue, ruthlessness and murder are the hallmarks of a rich man's desire to become a modern day Caesar. With Freedom is For the Few, Robert E. Kearns has penned...

Beneath the dew-covered fields of Ireland’s sunniest county lies Cloisters, an ancient seminary built from the ruins of a cursed abbey. Here, eighteen-year-old Fergal Kane arrives to train as a priest. But the hallowed halls of this former monastery, scarred by the blood of slain monks and defiled by other nefarious activities, harbor secrets that whisper in the shadows. As autumn’s icy grip tightens, Fergal’s faith is shaken by a chilling presence in the seminary’s out-of-bounds annex. There, amidst echoes of debauchery and betrayal, he encounters Deirdre—a beguiling beauty with ...

In the shadow of Ireland’s Great Famine, Myles, a resilient laborer, clings to hope as hunger and despair ravage his community. With his wife, Hannah, and their infant son, he tends a fragile existence in a stone cottage, warmed only by a dwindling turf fire. But as the potato blight devastates crops and ruthless evictions tear families apart, Myles faces an unenviable choice: remain in a land of starvation and loss or risk everything for a new life in America. Driven by love and desperation, Myles and his family embark on a harrowing journey aboard an emigrant ship bound for New York. ...

In the stifling heat of rural Rush Springs, a charismatic new pastor in pristine black steps into the crumbling chapel on Main Street. His fire-and-brimstone sermons shake the souls of the faithful, and at six-foot-three he commands the pulpit with a magnetic force; his voice booming like judgment day itself. But behind his immaculate white collar and unshakable calm lies a slew of secrets that no one in this God-fearing town dares to question. When he whisks the women of the parish away to a remote New Mexico retreat, promising spiritual awakening, the air grows thick with sexual tension. ...

In the chilling psychological thriller Hammer 26, delve into the twisted mind of Alfie Birchall (Budgie), a man whose fascination with death transforms into a sinister obsession. From a young age, Budgie finds solace in funereal rituals, captivated by the reverence and camaraderie they inspire. But beneath his polished exterior lies a dark secret - a compulsion to orchestrate his own macabre ceremonies, each marked by a new hammer and a chilling act of violence. Set against the backdrop of 1970s and 1980s Dublin, Budgie’s story unravels through his calculated descent into darkness. His ...

Badington Bay, a quaint seaside hamlet lies quiet in the off-season, its vibrant summer charm shuttered and still. Into this ghostly coastal town steps Mr. Chelmsford, a sharply dressed gentleman with a hidden agenda and a purse full of promises. Arriving under the guise of sophistication, he seeks a clandestine arrangement orchestrated by a crooked, cunning local and his enigmatic daughter. But as the chilly winds of November sweep through the harbor, Chelmsford’s carefully laid plans unravel in a chilling encounter that defies reality itself. In this gripping tale of deception and ...