Stories to Engage, Entertain, and Enlighten

In the sultry, turbulent South of the 1950s, one young teen's baseball dreams soar against a backdrop of hardship and heartache. 

Orphaned and mocked, Jim Bob "Junebug" hopes to one day make it as a major league pitcher despite the odds stacked against him. But as tragedy strikes, leaving him without a family and home, his journey takes a precarious turn.

Amidst the shadows of despair, a glimmer of hope emerges in the form of a newfound relationship when Elwood, a kind-hearted mechanic, takes Junebug under his wing, offering guidance and the warmth of a father's love.

Yet, lurking in the shadows is the malevolent force of greed personified by the sinister Sharkrider whose insatiable thirst for wealth threatens to cast a dark cloud over the residents of Naylor.

Throughout the chaos, Junebug's path is shaped by the people he meets and the challenges he faces as bonds are forged, and the true measure of courage is revealed. From the dusty baseball fields to the hallowed halls of justice, as friendships are tested, can Junebug emerge stronger, fueled by the unwavering belief that destiny awaits him on the pitcher's mound? 

My first novel Southern Ripley County will be available on Amazon in the coming weeks. Check back soon!