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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.

In the desolate, frozen tundra of the far northwest, a team of scientists ventures into the heart of an unforgiving wilderness, chasing the prospect of ancient secrets buried beneath the ice. Led by seasoned researchers and joined by eager novices, they uncover a discovery that defies time: a perfectly preserved man out of the stone age, locked in permafrost for millennia, his body and artifacts offering a tantalizing glimpse into a lost world. As the team toils to unearth their find, one young graduate student, Molly Chamberlain, becomes captivated by the enigmatic Ice Man. What begins as ...

A Second Bite: A Poignant Tale of Redemption Winner of Five Stars from Readers' Favorite In the twilight of his life, Cathal Dunne sits in his garden, sipping red lemonade and reflecting on a life marred by hardship, loneliness, and unfulfilled dreams. From a childhood overshadowed by poverty, bullying, and rigid authority, to an adulthood marked by fleeting joys and relentless setbacks, Cathal’s existence has been a library of sad stories. Now, confined to a wheelchair and nearing the end, he yearns for a second chance—a life where joy outweighs despair, and where he can rewrite the ...

In the heart of Dublin’s cutthroat housing market, Alice Foley, fresh from graduating college, embarks on a desperate search for a place to call home before starting a new job. With time ticking and her budget stretched thin, she navigates a maze of grim apartments, shady landlords, and questionable roommates. Just when hope seems lost, a peculiar newspaper advertisement leads her to a stunning Georgian townhouse in the city centre offering a room at an incredibly low price. The catch? Its enigmatic owner, Mr. McArdle, a charming yet oddly formal gentleman who speaks of the house as a ...

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 ...

In the bustling frontier town of Calvin, Texas, where the railroad fuels dreams of prosperity, a charismatic stranger named Marty Kilbride arrives with a smile that captivates, and with a past that is shrouded in mystery. Tall, well dressed, and exuding an almost regal charm and confidence, Kilbride soon ascends to the very heart of the community, claiming the title of Mayor and along with it, the adoration of its citizens. With a gleaming saloon and a knack for winning hearts, he seems the embodiment of the American dream—until his personality reveals a chilling second side. Beneath ...

In the desolate expanses of west Texas, where faith and fear intertwine, No Snakes in Hell unveils the chilling tale of Frederick Lemon, a charismatic Pentecostal minister whose mask of faith conceals a sinister agenda. Praised with a Five-Star Review from Readers' Favorite, this gripping psychological thriller delves into the heart of religious fanaticism and manipulation, which will captivate fans of dark literary fiction and suspense. Frederick Lemon, a master of deception, rises from a snake-obsessed youth to the revered pastor of a remote country church. Wielding his charm and a ...

In Ireland's cutthroat corporate landscape of late 1980s, Bill McQuarrie, a young man trapped in a dead-end job, is thrust against his will into another company. Hoping at least or a fresh start, he instead encounters Desmond Farley, a cold and calculating manager whose disdain chills the air. As Farley’s subtle tyranny and manipulative tactics erode McQuarrie’s spirit, a vivid nightmare of a lion-filled arena mirrors his growing dread, with Farley as the imperious emperor orchestrating his downfall. Meanwhile, Brian Healy, the cunning and ruthless managing director behind the recent ...

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. ...

Summer approaches. Then, one afternoon outside the Orchestra School of Music, Tommy mentions to Head Teacher, Tina, that his uncle is going away for two weeks and needs a place to park his ice cream van. At first, Tina has reservations, but Tommy soon wins her around with the notion of ice cream on demand. With the van under their control, the school composes new jingles to attract customers. As well, Tommy suggests they double it as a tour bus. After Tina commissions new banners to hang on the van, she gets word from the council, that as part of a community initiative, the school can put ...

Tommy is a music enthusiast and attends the Orchestra School of Music in Waterford,. There, he's a favorite of its head teacher, Tina. One day, Tommy comes to Tina and tells her that the flute he plays on went missing from its usual spot in the bedroom. Tommy then borrows a recorder from Tina as an experiment to find out who took it. Staying awake after dark, he leaves the recorder next to his open window, and is surprised when a huge Bigfoot creature approaches. Thrills and adventure await Tommy, when after stowing away to the North Pole, he finds himself in the igloo home of Tristan the ...

From the Houston headquarters of his family-owned business, Bryce Ditloc surveys an economy that is in deep recession. Throughout the country unemployment is rife, and to satisfy his psychopathic urges Ditloc creates a vacancy in his sales department. He then invites applicants and many apply for what appears a wonderful opportunity. What they're not aware of is that Bryce Ditloc is a conniving, manipulative killer. After the disappearance of Ditloc Pharma's HR manager, detectives Beaufort and Hanson are dispatched to investigate. What will they find out and will they be able to prevent ...

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...

In the quiet chill of an Irish winter, Thomas McCabe, a retired everyman, wanders Dublin's streets, seeking purpose in the wake of an altered lifestyle. Each day, from the frost-kissed paths of St. Stephen’s Green to the bustling energy of O’Connell Street, McCabe observes the world with a keen eye, weaving stories for strangers and grappling with the weight of his own solitude. In this evocative novella, McCabe's daily walks become a canvas for reflection—on seasons that shift, a city that evolves, and a life that teeters between routine and revelation. As McCabe navigates Dublin’s...

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. ...

Proctor is a youth with ambitions beyond his station. Quick witted and with an uncanny knack for mimicry, he can impersonate anyone. Spotting an opportunity for financial gain, and an improvement in his social standing, he accepts the position as an understudy to a puritan minister. But, living in the home of his benefactor, he meets and falls in love with a girl he shouldn't. That's where matters take a turn. After a duel with the girl's uncle, he moves away from London, and then on to the American colonies, where he founds the township of Salvation. But boredom ensues, and Proctor embarks...

A marvelous collection of Poems and Short Stories from Robert E. Kearns - Award Winning author of Hy Brasil: Island of Eternity, Crabb, Carnivore, Freedom is For the Few, Ossuary, Embers and A Donnybrook Affair. In this work Kearns provides us with thought provoking poems, and an array of incredible stories. . Now with a Five Star editorial review from Readers' Favorite, Poems & Short Stories Vol. 1 is the perfect introduction to the author's work, which can be cherished over and over.

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...

In late autumn of 1989, 18-year-old David Dowling steps into the world of Brown Box Freight Company, a place where ambition and loyalty are tested under the unyielding gaze of its founder, Mick Brown. Fresh from a training course, and armed with little more than a talent for learning fast, Dowling navigates the office politics by keeping his head down and getting on with it. Soon, he encounters Helena, Mick’s sidelined mistress, whose tangled bond with the Chief Executive reveals the steep price of chasing security over happiness. As the mantra to “bleed brown” echoes through all ...