Top 50 Long Stories This Year

This is the story of one of society's outcasts finding his way. / (Reviews)

Every 4th of July, I post a tribute to those who’ve served. The main character evolves from childhood to adulthood, which happens when you take the oath. I try to highlight lesser-known contributors to ensure that they are also memorialized, and this year’s story certainly fits that bill. Before researching this, my only knowledge of the 442nd RCT came courtesy of Mr. Miyagi in The Karate Kid, which is unfortunate, since those were real-life heroes and this is their true story. Please enjoy...

A tale of the improbable journey of one of society's outcasts / (Reviews)

The ninth book in the long-running Intemperance series finds Jake Kingsley balancing family, music, and media chaos as his world grows stranger—and more fiercely loyal—by the day. With fame fading and life deepening, the Kingsleys and their inner circle face new challenges in love, trust, and the price of peace.

Intemperance
The eighth book in the ongoing Intemperance series about a group of rock and roll musicians who rise from the club scene in a small city to international fame and infamy through the 1980s and onto the 2000s. After a successful reunion tour the band members once again go their separate ways, but with plans to do it all again soon. Matt Tisdale continues to deal with deteriorating health and no desire to change his lifestyle to halt the slide. Jake Kingsley navigates a sticky situation with Celia

A Across Eternity Story
Noah must save Uther from malicious forces both outside and inside its borders, and help mend the damage he's inflicted.

The end of the journey. These last 18 chapters cover the summer after graduation as the three of them prepare for starting their new jobs. / (Reviews)

Another tale of an outsider's journey / (Reviews)

Another improbable tale of one of society’s castoffs. / (Reviews)

Two single-parent sheriff’s deputies move into a wealthy, uptight neighborhood and accidentally set off a storm of paranoia, lust, and suburban meltdown. As judgmental neighbors spiral, sexually frustrated housewives come calling. Amid threesomes, gossip, and chaos, Scott and Maggie discover their friendship hides something deeper. Darkly funny, raw, and fearless, Living in Sin is a satire of morality, desire, and the lies we live behind picket fences.

A Beach House Story
After "Beach House - A Week with the Musketeers" Michael spends a month dating each girl. This chronicles the 3rd month with one of the Musketeers. An understanding of the characters in those three stories is essential. Additional notes in my blog will help you appreciate the story and individuals. The sequence is: 1. Beach House 2. Aug with Fallon 3. Sept with LuAnn 4. Oct with Tina They should definitely be read in order. This completes the story.

A Jack Pierce Chronicles Story
This story follows immediately after "Something Fishy Going On" and begins with the Spring semester at Porter-Gaud. Olivia Newton John's "Physical" had been on the charts for 18 weeks straight and Hank Aaron was being inducted to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Swimming season was over and baseball season was about to begin.

Imperium
In this breathtaking conclusion to the epic series, Ky, the pilot from the future, and Lucilla, Empress of Britannia, lead their empire to the climactic showdown against Carthage. The fight in conquered territories, rebelling about Carthaginian overlords, is over, and the battle on Carthage's home soil has begun. Britannia is stretched to the breaking point across a front as wide as the continent, as they begin the most difficult stage of the war.

Country Roads
After the loss of both his parents and his music career, Charlie gets a second chance when he lands a spot on a hit music competition, The Stage. But his journey of redemption is paved with heartbreak, betrayal, and ambition.

The Paul Robertson Saga
Part of the Westmouthshire universe
Paul Robertson's journey continues as his past and present collide at a star-studded movie premiere, where a connection that once terrified him reignites with passion that threatens to consume them both. Fighting to forge a new future for himself and stop drifting, Paul must finally become the man he’s always been afraid to be. A beautiful, bittersweet exploration of grief, social responsibility, the healing power of love, and learning that sometimes loving someone means letting them go.

A Story in the Anthony Carter Universe
Wounded in the Crimean War and embittered by his fiancée's betrayal, Captain James Tremayne leaves England for America. In the Western Territories of the vast continent he becomes a digger during the Pike's Peak Gold Rush. 'Baltimore Rose' Donegal is a saloon wench and convict who in 1861 crosses his path in Fort Laramie. Read how two people from worlds apart overcome bitterness and hurt, growing to respect and love each other. The revised 2010 stories "His Lucky Charm" 1&2, rolled into one.

Imperium
For five years, Britannia has led the western world in peace. They have helped the recovering people from new alliances and nations, creating a more or less unified Europe. But the time of peace has ended. Shattered by a sudden, unprovoked attack from the east, using weapons equal to those developed in Britannia, war has returned. Now, Britannia rallies the western countries into a new Western Alliance to stave off the eastern threat.

A Middletown story
They met when they were 10 y.o. and they clicked. However, it wasn't an easy friendship.

A Beach House Story
After "Beach House - A Week with the Musketeers" Michael spends August with Fallon. After discovering that Michael liked, and perhaps even loved, his sister's three good friends, they each decided to continue their exploration into dating and each other. This chronicles the first full month with one of the Musketeers. This follows "Beach House..." and an understanding of those characters is essential. Additional notes in my blog, Aug with Fallon will help you enjoy the story.

Forced to run for his life, eighteen-year-old Alex begins a perilous journey to discover what has happened to him and who and why someone is out to kill him.

A Seneca Story
Love gained, love lost. Battles fought, friends die. Is duty too much to demand? Judah Becker steps into new and unanticipated roles.

A Climbing the Ladder Story
Part of the A Well-Lived Life universe
The world of finance is, in its simplest form, just like a game of Chutes and Ladders. There are only two things that matter to the bottom line: profits and losses. The goal is to climb to the finish and thrive, not fall back down the chute. Having been named the manager of the newly created Research Department at Spurgeon, Jonathan's career is soaring. However, as tends to happen, profit is balanced by loss. The next rung of the ladder will be much harder to reach, but he continues to climb.

A Jack Pierce Chronicles Story
The continuing chronicles of Jack Pierce. Summer of 1982.

A Story in the Anthony Carter Universe
As Richard's wife, Ellen is now styled Lady Lambert and travels America, India, Egypt, Bavaria and France at his side, meeting many people and having adventures on the way. She becomes a patron of the arts, a confidante of the young Princess Victoria, and a matchmaker for her family, friends and protégés, always striving to share the good fortunes she enjoys herself. Rewritten with added content.

The Library of Ibados is the greatest wonder in the world. All the nations of the world, their leaders, wizards, and religious orders seek out the repository where even the gods come to dwell at times. In charge of this mythical edifice are the Librarians, a secretive cadre with unending responsibilities and mysteries that haunt them. One young Librarian does not quite fit the mold.

A story in the The Medieval Marine Universe
Surrounded by enemies, friends who would stab her in the back, and a hostile court, Marion must guide her nation into an unknown future while trying to rebuild her family. She had no idea how high the cost would be.

A young, punk nightclub DJ and a mild-mannered teacher form an unexpected bond over shared insecurities as they struggle to enter unwelcome new stages of their lives. To grow into the people they want to be, they must first overcome the mistakes they keep repeating. Is it enough just to try? Rewards readers who want to get lost in a vivid, modern character study of imperfect, emotional people trying their best. Sex plays a large role thematically, but occurs sporadically.

A Variation On A Theme Story
Almost four years into his second life, Steve and friends are off to college. Graduation has sent old friends off in various directions; a new school brings new faces and new challenges. In addition, there's the wider world of business, investments, politics, and much more. How will they adapt to this new environment - and how will the world adapt to them? Likely about 500-600,000 words. Posting schedule: 2 chapters/week (M/Th AM) for now. Note: Public comments are enabled; see the Foreword.

A Story in the Anthony Carter Universe
At 11 years of age, Thomas Grey goes to sea as a volunteer in a small sloop of war, commanded by his father, to learn seamanship prior to joining the Royal Naval Academy. Thomas has to mature beyond his years, surviving sea battles and yellow fever, but he joins the Academy as an accomplished sailor and leader in the making, finding friends for life in the process. This is the prequel to the novel The Return of Thomas Grey

A Middletown story
Pete was never the athletic type—more like the ‘extra-fries-with-that’ kind of guy. But when a mysterious new girl in town, waltzes into his life (looking annoyingly perfect), Pete finds himself lacing up sneakers, instead of hiding behind baggy clothes. This is not a story about weight loss—it’s about gaining confidence, friendship, love, and the courage to show up for yourself.

Young man gets infected by nanites, which give him powers, but change him into a girl. / (Reviews)

A Story in the Anthony Carter Universe
Thomas Grey is sent to Bermuda to command the Navy Station at this important way point for British trade. The suppression of the rampant smuggling, but also the dangers of the Yellow Fever require his attention, whilst a feud from his youth is finally resolved. Finally, Thomas returns to his alma mater as commanding officer, his life coming full circle. This is Nº6 in the Thomas Grey Saga.

A Seneca Story
The saga of Judah Becker begins, a journey from a Georgia battlefield in the Civil War to a fugitive murderer's trail in the rugged mountains of northern New Mexico. Come on along. You'll be safe. Promise.

Shattered Lands
War rages on two fronts and the fate of Sidor hangs in the balance. In Lynese, William continues to lead the war, Serwyn, gripped by paranoia and distrust begins making decisions that turn the kingdom into a powder keg, ready to explode. Exploiting the chaos, Edmund tries to manipulate the king to bring the Barons to heel while keeping them from outright rebellion. As tensions escalate, a shocking act of violence rocks the kingdom, leaving the throne vulnerable and the future of Sidor in danger.

A Beach House Story
This is a fictional, coming of age story. A good friend and mentor shared it with me and I wrote it with the goal of sharing some of the lessons he learned long ago. I tried to keep it as close to the true story as possible without compromising the identities of anyone in it. This story tells the first week of relationships that have grown stronger over the years. / (Reviews)

A story in the Angels Universe
Estrella de Asís — the Star of Assisi — is a legendary relic hidden centuries ago by Sir Francis Drake. Archaeologist Dr. Fiona Reid is tasked to locate the Star for a wealthy but sinister patron. Enter Roy Reasor, a skilled journalist who is just trying to keep his head down and stay out of trouble. But trouble has a way of finding Roy when he teams up with Fiona. Get ready for a thrilling ride, where the greatest discovery might just be the one Roy and Fiona make about each other.

A Beach House Story
After "Beach House - A Week with the Musketeers" Michael spends August with Fallon and now September with LuAnn. This chronicles the second full month with one of the Musketeers. An understanding of the characters in those two stories is essential. Additional notes in my blog, Sept with LuAnn will help you enjoy the story. The story is listed as complete, however A Month with Tina will follow.

When a cranky young veteran of the repulsed brutal invasion is found and returned to the Court of the Crimson King, he is shocked by the poor state of the kingdom. North is dragooned into the reigning queen’s retinue, a position fraught with politics, intrigue, magic, and hints of destiny. The Court is an intricate dance that one must master or else disappear into oblivion. Based loosely on the song of the same title by King Crimson. / (Reviews)

After an accident Sam finds himself sent to a world both wonderful and horrifying. A world of monsters, magic, and slavery. As he moves through this world he has to figure out where he stands, and who will stand beside him, as he battles through dungeon after dungeon to find a solution to the problems around him. / (Reviews)

Arranged marriages. Aren't they fun? Especially when the bride and groom hate one another. Will Brad and Ingrid ever be actually married? / (Reviews)

A Seneca Story
The regiment is posted to Texas. A horrific interlude in Colorado. And more.

John Taylor
Old Enemy. New Friend. In his time at the FBI, Taylor has only failed one job, capture the assassin Chelsea Marsh, also known as Bonnie. Last time they tangled, she faked her own death and escaped, and Taylor has been looking for her ever since. Which is why he's so surprised when she contacts the FBI and asks to be brought into witness protection in exchange for turning on her past employers. The catch? She wants Taylor to fly to Venezuela to bring her back.

A Story in the Greenies/A Perfect World Universe
Martian Balance is a sequel to A Perfect World in Al Steiner’s Greenies/Perfect World Universe. WestHem goes into the space piracy business. The Martians are not amused!

A story in the Angels Universe
Under South Africa’s blue skies, air shows dazzle crowds with breathtaking aerial displays. But beneath the excitement, sinister plots unfold on the ground. Pilots face inexplicable mechanical failures, and crashes turn fiery, claiming lives. Amid the chaos, a young journalist and a pilot cross paths, their connection sparking in the heat of danger. As they unravel the dark secrets behind the scenes, they must race against time to survive—and maybe find love before the next disaster strike.

A Story in the Anthony Carter Universe
With the year 1818 starting, Thomas expects better times for his family and lands. Yet, the year starts with a tragedy, and the following events have him meet boyhood friends but also encounter underhanded enemies. In the end, there are four weddings and a funeral, but there are also new adventures in the offing. A brand-new Thomas Grey story for your enjoyment!

Young black man is given a mission by a cosmic being to impregnate 8 beautiful woman as part of a prophecy. He must do this or the world will be doomed in the future.

A divorced American man in his thirties looks for a fresh start as both an ecotourism consultant and a university professor in Botswana. The assignments lead to a perspective adjustment, self-discovery, and an unexpected new love interest.

Ricky Ryder, an established adult movie performer, is shocked by the sudden death of a coworker and friend, making him reexamine his life and goals. Quitting the adult movie business, he gets roped into doing a cameo in a cable network sitcom, just for giggles and bragging rights. Things mushroom from there into a new career and a loving relationship with a truly special woman.

A Middletown story
"Kara was the ultimate hardass—tough, no-nonsense, and fiercely loyal. Her childhood friend Ray had been wounded by his fiancée’s betrayal and was afraid to open his heart again."

A Story in the Pleiades Empire Universe
A story in the Pleiades Empire Universe. This story takes place around a thousand years after humans managed to reach the Pleiades cluster. It is the first book in a trilogy. The story of you young man's path from being disowned to finding his true place in society. / (Reviews)