Authors Description/ Young Adult Novels

Box of Secrets

Middle Grade Chapter Book

"The Box of Secrets" is a gripping tale of mystery, intrigue, and danger that takes place in a small town nestled in the Sacramento Mountains of New Mexico. The story begins in 1963, when the members of the Secret Six, a group of amateur sleuths, become intrigued by a decades-old mystery involving a missing Rancher named Frenchy. Despite the fact that the case has remained unsolved for over sixty years, the group decides to investigate, spurred on by the promise of a reward that has been placed in the local paper recently.

As they delve deeper into the case, the members of the Secret Six find themselves drawn into a world of chaos and intrigue. Their search for the true nature and location of Frenchy takes them up into a canyon, where they explore a cavern and are confronted with a series of life-threatening challenges. They must fight off a vicious cougar, avoid being bitten by venomous snakes, and contend with injuries sustained during their dangerous adventure.

Just when they think they have weathered the worst of the storm, the Secret Six is confronted by something even more terrifying than any of the obstacles they have faced thus far: the ghost of Frenchy himself. As they struggle with the events that led to his untimely demise, the group finds themselves embroiled in a web of deceit and treachery that threatens to destroy them all.

In the climactic scene of the novel, the Secret Six finally unravel the mystery of Frenchy's death and come face to face with his murderer. In a moment of heroism, they are able to bring the killer to justice and ensure that justice is served for the long-dead miner and Rancher.

Despite the fact that the events of the novel are based on historical facts and true events, the Secret Six is a work of fiction that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. Filled with unforgettable characters, heart-stopping action, and a mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end, this is a novel that is sure to be enjoyed by readers of all ages and backgrounds.

Journey Beyond Reality

Young Adult Novel

Not finished

In the deepest reaches of my mind, I begin mapping out the direction I want to take my dreams. I carefully construct every detail, weaving together memories and imagination to create something entirely new. My dreams contain places I have been or read about, wrapped up into memory and innovation; expanding into new and different Rims where I can wield and shape, knowing that I can formulate something spectacular. Each dream is my canvas, waiting to be shaped into something extraordinaire.

As I closed my eyes, I hear the snow hitting against my New York window. There’s a quietness that had come over the city; a stark stillness makes it easier for me to drift away. But, before I let myself fully succumb to slumber, I fortified my mind, arming myself, knowing that I cannot control everything in my dream.

But I am ready, nonetheless, standing on the brink of my Dream Rims.

The Bridging Court honored me by selecting Wielder as my ability. Priether University has instilled in me extensive knowledge on how to control and maneuver the intricacies that fall in-between time and thought. I am able to lance in and out of harm’s way and they have trained me to craft Journeys Keeps that are nothing short of breathtaking. With each dream, I expand my horizons, venturing into developing new and different Keeps. And as I continued to dream, I know that I will never stop exploring the boundless possibilities of the mind.

I am Ethan, the Master Dream Wielder for the City That Never Sleeps, and my dreams are my Journey Keeps… a window into a world that is entirely my own.