Barry James: Stories

Marcy learns that her husband is doing more than buying feed for the livestock when he makes his weekly run. She plots an explosive plan to deal with his indiscretion and decides to fix a few other shortcomings in the process.

Doug is trying to get over his recent divorce and he learns he really didn't know that much about his ex-wife. He's left living alone with his best friend, Brie, his loving Cairn Terrier. Brie seems to know what Doug needs. He hopes he can find love with a woman who can treat him as well.

Part of Historical Romances
Balbine Mathis has suffered through compounding tragedies. A few years after the Great War, it seems she is facing the final chapter of a hard life. Just as she thinks she has cried her last in defeat, a frightening and imposing figure startles her. Will this be the end for her and her young daughter, or is it the beginning?

Part of 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover
Jake discovered his wife having an affair, and decided to head to his favorite bar to think. The events of that night turned his life around.

Newly retired, Greg finds himself with a group of new acquaintances that were eager to hear the story of his romantic life. Over steaks and beer, he tells of his college love life, the love he found then lost, and how his life turned out. In the end, did he find the right one?

Beth and Nate were practically born to be together. Can a love that's meant to last a lifetime get past difficult trials? Can forgiveness be given when it really matters?

Ryan moved to a secluded cabin in the Pocono Mountains hoping to recover from a disastrous marriage. His isolation and the pandemic forced a lonelier isolation than he expected, until a sweet cat forced its way into his life.

Dave thought everything in his life was perfect, until... Not everyone responds to crises in the same way. Dave was level-headed in most situations, but he was about to be tested. Can he put his life back together?

Bob Essig was a beloved mailman in his town. As he prepared to retire, the townsfolk showered him with gifts to show their affection. One special gift, however, changed his life forever in a way the giver never imagined.

Alex isn't happy with his life. Unfortunately, it's gonna get worse. The reality that comes with infidelity is not what dreams are made of.