News and Writing
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Underneath
Chapter One The light in the corner, a cheerful cartoon lamb during happier times, now threw stark shadows that loomed like ominous specters, twisting the chipped walls into sinister forms. The boy lay, rigid and trembling, with a pounding heart that screamed against the heavy silence. He clutched his blanket with whitening knuckles, peeking toward…
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Dissenting Opinion
Stephen Byrd’s 6th novel, Dissenting Opinion, is a gripping political-legal drama that blends sharp satire, courtroom tension, and high-stakes intrigue within the U.S. Supreme Court. The novel follows Judge Jason Simpson, a respected but ideologically ambiguous jurist who is unexpectedly nominated to the Supreme Court. His appointment is based on the belief that he will…
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The Last Storyteller
Charlie Evans slumped into his chair, the glow of his tablet reflecting off tired eyes. His fingers hovered over the keyboard, uncertain. Outside his tiny apartment, the city pulsed with neon lights and electric chatter. AI-generated entertainment flooded every device, custom-tailored to individual tastes, perfect and predictable. There were no more bookstores, no publishing houses.…
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The House That Whispers
Hello horror fans! I want to tell you about my current project, “The House That Whispers”. As of today, the outline is complete and the story is 20% written. I hope to have it completed and ready for release in Spring 2025. Check back often, and I will update this page with my progress. UPDATE:…
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The Old Lady
It was a cool, crisp November day. It was, in fact, Veteran’s Day. There were many families gathered at Arlington National Cemetery. It was bustling with somber activity as relatives searched for and paid their respects at the graves of their loved ones. The sun was bright, but not enough to warm the chill that…
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Friends and Felonies
Chapter One It started off like any other Monday. Jessie Mathis kissed his wife and kids goodbye, and he left for work. The morning commute was typical, with heavy traffic and plenty of asshole drivers. Jessie arrived at work with five minutes to spare before he started his day. Little did he know that this…
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Saints and Sinners
Chapter One “When we walk with the Lord, in the light of His Word, What a glory He sheds on our way; While we do His good will, He abides with us still, and with all who will trust and obey. Trust and obey, for there’s no other way, to be happy in Jesus, but…
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The Kidnapping of Annabeth Taylor
Chapter One The alarm clock buzzed. It was 5:45 am. Sean Taylor rolled over, facing away from his wife, Holly. Their marriage was on shaky ground. He suspected she was talking to lawyers, but so far he hadn’t been served, and she had not asked him to leave the house. But he was willing to…
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Acclaimed Author Releases Fifth Novel, “Blood Eagle”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Acclaimed Author Releases Fifth Novel, “Blood Eagle” [Nashville, Tennessee] – Stephen Byrd, a seasoned author and 23-year veteran paramedic, is thrilled to announce the release of his fifth novel, “Blood Eagle”, available now. This gripping mystery marks the debut of Byrd’s newest protagonist, Grant Bell, a private detective set to headline a…
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Blood Eagle
Grant Bell is a private detective called in to help the Fulton County Sheriff’s Department find some missing homeless people. Things quickly turn sinister when a body is found, tortured and murdered in the ancient Viking Blood Eagle ritual. Now Grant must find the killer before he strikes again, and to complicate matters one of…