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Blackraven Manor holds terrible secrets. The Blackraven family continues to terrorize children. Roy is abandoned on Christmas Eve and seeks warmth in Castle Blackraven. He soon finds out the terrible truth and curse surrounding the Legend of The Green Ghost. In order to save the children, he must go back into the cold unforgiving wilderness and find help. Merry Christmas!

The poem "The Gargoyle" has established itself as a mainstay in American poetry and Halloween literature. Gruesomely worded, but well "described" for the horror fan.

Originally published in the California State Poetry Society Poetry Letter in 2002. The Wedding of the Dead is the perfect homage to the ancient holiday that is now known as Halloween! Archived in the UCLA Library of Special Collections. Published in the anthology Speculative Poets of Texas (2015).

"Beginner's Spell" is strictly for the beginning witch, warlock, and voodoo enthusiast. Recommended for the practitioner of black witchcraft. The perfect spell/curse to cast upon your enemy who has done you wrong. Perfect for revenge seekers.

The Halloween Lullaby was originally published in the NoHo Valley News in 1997 and in the Los Angeles club magazine 4- Front. It is also published in the anthology Speculative Poets of Texas 2015. Archived in the UCLA Library of Special Collections.

The poem was written in 1995. In 1996, it was awarded the National Author's Registry: Honorable Mention; followed by the National Author's Registry: President's Award in 1997. Since then, "Two Men Kissing" has been published numerous times in international literary journals, both general and LGBT, and continues to be discussed in high schools and colleges in America.

A poem about why everybody loves L.A. Sun, beach, loud colors, beautiful people, and sundresses. Cool cars, the Sunset Strip and sunshine against a crystal blue sky!

Written for parents and their newborn; the brand new baby or toddler in your life who loves an innocent adventure that will take them on a journey of endless imagination.

The Power of Summer! is a chapbook of bubble gum/pop poetry. It's about everything that makes Los Angeles what it is: happy, colorful, provocative, musical, beautiful, handsome, beach, and surfing! Turn up the volume on your radio, and dance down the street like everyone's watching!

When you're with that special someone and that special something 'does' happen. Erotic and sexy! Warning: This poem is for adults only.

"Timing Is Everything" placed in the top 10 (number seven) at the Seattle Erotic Film and Literary Festival 2009, Poetry Division. Warning: this poem is not for children.

Silly. Funny. Outrageous. Hot. Meant for the lover in all of us. Meant to tickle that sexual muscle that we all have. Let your prowess run wild!

"The war was over, but you wouldn't have known it." Thus starts this period love story of two would-be paperboys in Chicago on Christmas Eve.

"Mother" was originally published in numerous literary and poetry journals in the 1990s. It was included in the poetry compilation, All-American Texan, in 1999. Though short, the poem continues to create conversation, debate and enjoyment.

The award- winning and published poem honoring mothers. Perfect for a Mother's Day listen or anytime.

Written in rhyme scheme, "the boys" are kindred spirits, living carefree in the all-American town of Texarkana. Follow the laughter and heart break of a group of boys discovering who they are and the sadness they carry with them through the ages.

Based on the short story "Red River County", this rewrite expands the original story concept into a short novella. Concentrating on character development and delving into the topics of race, race relations, childhood homosexuality, the supernatural, and paranormal activity - which is common in this region of Texas.

In the days following September 11th, 2001, two boyfriends must cope with the aftermath of the terrorist attacks. They examine their relationship, mortality and what they mean to each other.

Living in a small trailer on the beach of Galveston in 1970. Life was simple, but a common struggle. Where were you in 1970?

A poem for lovers who are inspired and empowered by the Spiritual. Know that the one you Love celebrates the divine order universally.