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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 ...

In the summer of 1987, a Dublin teenager steps into the unfamiliar world of a paint factory, seeking a temporary job to bridge the gap before his final year of secondary school. What begins as a simple task assembling paint tester kits alongside schoolmates Keith and Redser spirals into a chilling tale of menace and tragedy. Under the watchful eye of factory foreman Mr. Grimes and the enigmatic Mr. Naughton, the trio navigates the hum of machinery and the unspoken rules of a blue-collar environment. But when Redser becomes the target of Billy Cullen, a volatile employee with an axe to grind...

In 1980s rural Texas, to prevent annexation by its larger neighbor, Brian Zimmerman, by straw poll is elected the Boy Mayor of Crabb. Years later he recounts his story for the narrator, where he reveals the astounding details he gleaned while at a Mayoral Conference in Paris, and how these shaped his teenage years and beyond. The former Mayor of tiny Crabb speaks of the incredible secrets, exceptional events and the people he met that know the truth. Conspiracy, Cover Up and a Shocking Conclusion, Crabb is nothing short of a spellbinding read. Inspired by true events, Robert E. Kearns ...

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...

From award winning author, Robert E. Kearns (Hy Brasil: Island of Eternity, Crabb, Carnivore, Freedom is For the Few, Ossuary, Embers and A Donnybrook Affair, comes an unforgettable collection of Humorous Poems, Entertaining Short Stories and Hilarious Sketches. In this wonderful edition, Kearns makes fun of both the clichéd and the mundane of everyday life through the medium of poems he refers to as gibberish. Then, using his sketches to great effect, he again delves into the regular occurrences of humanity with writing that will elicit more than the single laugh. To finish, Kearns ...

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 ...

On the frost-kissed streets of Waterford in winter, Reggie Power, a reserved accountant plagued by arthritis and a history of romantic failures, finds his heart ensnared by the enchanting Delilah Phelan. Her radiant beauty and effortless charm awaken a longing he thought had long since departed. But the captivating Delilah is married, and Reggie’s growing obsession threatens to unravel his quiet existence. As their friendship blossoms over late-night chess matches at the Timber Ford Tavern, a single, stolen kiss ignites a dangerous spark. When Delilah confesses her crumbling marriage and ...

At the Orchestra School of Music in Waterford, with the help of Tommy, Tina is getting her students ready for an Easter concert that is to take place in a local castle. Tommy, having suggested an Easter egg hunt for afterwards, wants to help Tina with the hiding. But she's having none of it and hides them herself. However, the following morning, when she returns to the castle, the eggs have disappeared. With Tommy again by her side, the pair follow a trail of tin foil which leads them to the culprit, Hugo, a chocolate eating, music loving bunny. Hugo's Easter Concert is another delightful ...

In 1980s Dublin, a group of secondary school youngsters find solace in their Wednesday film club; a harmless escape from monotony. Amid the flickering VHS tapes and camaraderie, one figure stands apart: Slax, a troubled teen branded as a troublemaker, forever teetering on the edge of detention and despair. Known for his too-short trousers and relentless antics, Slax is misunderstood by teachers and peers alike, with his restless spirit masking a deeper loneliness. Through the eyes of a cautious classmate, we unravel Slax’s story—a poignant journey from prejudice to empathy. As the ...

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 bustling heart of 1920s Dublin, Rita Reilly is born into a life of modest privilege; her family’s thriving shop promising a bright future. Raised in comfort and educated for success, Rita’s world is upended at fourteen when a violent assault shatters her innocence, leaving her pregnant and forced to confront a society that shuns her. Sent to a remote convent in Offaly, she endures isolation and judgment, giving up her daughter to an uncertain fate. Returning home, Rita finds her once-vibrant family crumbling under the weight of shame, financial ruin, and her father’s descent ...

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 ...

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 ...

In the heart of a modest Dublin housing estate, Arthur Brennan lives a life of quiet ambition, his middle-class comforts setting him apart from his neighbors. With a tailored suit and a steady job, Mr. Brennan embodies respectability. That is, until a sweltering summer night in 1977 unravels his carefully constructed world. When a fire engulfs a local business, temptation ignites, and a single reckless act sends his life into a downward spiral. Narrated by a reflective observer, Tell Tale Tattler is a poignant tale of conformity, rebellion, and the devastating consequences of a fleeting ...

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.

Dive headfirst into the smoky, raucous pups of 1970s Dublin with The Feathers Flew, a wickedly sharp short story that’ll grab you by the collar and drag you into the predictable world of Paddy Keenan—a man whose heart belongs to a pint of stout and the hum of barroom banter. By day, he’s a working-class everyman; by night, he swaps his wife’s nagging and the chaos of his rowdy kids for the warm glow of the public house. But when a quacking, waddling oddity—a pet duck—crash-lands into the Keenan’s backyard, Paddy’s routine of a chat over a few scoops takes a wild turn. As ...

Step into Middle Third, a beguiling suburban enclave in Dublin where the air is sweeter, the sun shines brighter, and a majestic an unusual tree stands as the heart of an almost magical realm. In this little slice of paradise, where cottages bask in an eternal spring, young Concepta Arkin is born under extraordinary circumstances. Her life is intertwined with the mystique of her home, yet beneath the idyllic surface lies a shadow waiting to strike. When Concepta’s first day at school turns into a harrowing encounter with a sadistic nun, the sanctuary of Middle Third is shattered by an ...