A feared artifact. An ancient curse. A menacing enemy.
Join AnaRose Preston, a savvy museum curator and antiquity
expert, as she confronts the ticking clock of destiny. In a desperate bid to
foil a malevolent organization’s hunt for the dreaded Medusa pendant, AnaRose
plunges into a labyrinth of peril and treachery. Can she derail their nefarious
plans with her sharp intellect and indomitable courage? Or will she witness the
dawn of an era frozen in stone by terror?
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A stolen relic. A ruthless cult. An ancient evil.
AnaRose Preston, museum curator and archaeologist, races
against time to intercept a priceless Egyptian artifact before it vanishes into
the black market’s shadows. The Cult of Apophis, relentless in its pursuit,
vows to reclaim the relic that cradles its deity’s soul. With the balance
between modern chaos and ancient evil at stake, AnaRose confronts the cult’s
ruthless tactics head-on, determined to thwart its plan to unleash hell on
earth.
2024 NYC Big Book Award winner in the category of Novella
Embark on a perilous journey with AnaRose Preston, a museum
curator and antiquities expert, as she undertakes the daunting task of
uncovering one of Christianity’s most sacred relics hidden within the hilt of a
legendary dagger. Navigating the rich tapestry of contemporary France, AnaRose
races against time to decipher historical enigmas. Yet, a clandestine society
emerges from the shadows, thwarting her every move. With stakes higher than
ever, AnaRose must outwit her elusive adversaries to secure the weapon before
it vanishes into the annals of history.
Independent Press Award 2023 Distinguished Favorite Historical Fiction
2022 Chaucer Finalist for Early Historical Fiction
B.R.A.G. MEDALLION HONOREE
Gold Medal Winner 2021 Book of the Year Ancient World Coffee
Pot Book Club
Silver Medal Winner Historical Fiction Reviewer’s Choice
Awards 2021-2022 Reader Views
A Tyrant’s Rise. A Hero’s Challenge. A Destiny Unfolding.
In a Rome weakened by decadence, Nero, Caligula’s infamous heir, ascends to power. Determined to restore the glory of the Senate and his legions, he must outmaneuver the treachery that surrounds him. Trusting in Traian, his Praetorian confidant, Nero seeks to solidify his rule. But when Traian’s secret marriage to Vena, a captive with her own tale, emerges, it ignites a conflict that could topple an empire teetering on the edge of history.
A redemptive crusade. A test of faith. A defiant love.
Driven by a quest for redemption, Etienne answers Pope Urban
II’s call and joins the perilous Crusade led by Duke Robert of Normandy, aiming
for Byzantium’s grandeur. Avielle, touched by Peter the Hermit’s words, commits
to martyrdom after the brutal massacre at Mainz. In Constantinople, their paths
converge, and amidst shared remorse, a tender love flourishes despite Avielle’s
affliction. As Etienne beseeches the heavens for her recovery, pledging a
monastic future, her health improves. Now, with Avielle on the mend, Etienne
grapples with a heart-wrenching choice: uphold his sacred vow or yield to the
call of his heart.
A Tyrant’s Love. A Moral Dilemma. A Universe in Peril.
In a galaxy under tyranny, Dr. Anastasia Dennison’s love with Jayden Henry Shaw, a feared dictator, brings conflict. She enjoys war-born luxury, ignoring the surrounding suffering. However, as rebellion whispers grow, her conscience hears the oppressed cries. Facing a choice between power and justice, Anastasia’s decision could change the galaxy’s fate. Will she stay silent beside the tyrant or rise as hope’s beacon against his dark rule?
A lurking shadow. A whispered secret. A veiled betrayal.
In a realm shadowed by the looming threat of Norse conquest, a young woman finds herself the linchpin in a perilous game of dominion. Her capture, far from being a mere twist of fate, casts her into the depths of a world rife with cunning and treachery. Amidst the echoes of a hundred scheming voices, truth becomes a chameleon, shifting its hues with each whispered plot. As the specter of the Norse menace draws ever nearer, she must navigate through a sea of deceit where allies are indistinguishable from foes. In this maelstrom of betrayal, her heart aches for the love of a prince from the ranks of her kingdom’s adversaries—a love that stands as her sole beacon amidst the encroaching darkness of war.
A Usurper’s Rise. A Fierce Struggle. A Vicious Siege.
In the aftermath of triumph, England’s peace teeters on a knife-edge. A wronged Norseman steps from the mists, his ambition fixed on the throne from which he was denied. Gathering a host of forsaken warriors, he prepares for a confrontation. The ruler, whose dominion spans from Kent’s shores to Northumbria’s untamed lands, senses the impending challenge. On the silent plains of Thetford, a pivotal battle looms, one that will etch itself into history. The whimsical gods of war stand ready to cast their fateful dice, deciding the legacy of a throne rooted in Viking valor.
A Foreboding Omen. A Looming Storm. A Shattered Alliance.
A sinister betrayal. A treacherous path. A deadly conflict.
In the shadow of the
ninth century, where the mist cloaks friend and foe, a saga unfolds. Alliances
are as fragile as glass, and treachery lurks in every shadow. A peace,
delicately brokered by a king of wisdom, now teeters on the brink as a woman’s
heart-led defiance and a warrior’s relentless ambition threaten to unravel it.
As the clash of steel echoes across England, the land’s destiny hangs
precariously by a sword’s edge. Heroes and villains are entwined in a perilous
dance of destiny, where each step could forge a nation’s future or see it
crumble into legend.
Honorable Mention 2019 Book of the Year Historical Fiction
Coffee Pot Book Club
A Captive’s Cunning. A Thrilling Chase. A Hidden Truth.
In a time of prosperity in Ninth Century Britain, a noblewoman bound to a warrior seeks the thrill of the unknown. Captivated by the allure of distant lands, she persuades her husband to set sail for Rome. Pirates abruptly end their voyage, and she finds herself a captive. Amidst the splendor of a Saracen court, a chance for escape emerges. Caught in a labyrinth of deceit and desire, she must use her cunning to outwit her captors and reclaim her freedom from the exotic lands of Muslim Hispania.
A dark secret. A fierce battle. A shrouded destiny.
A historian’s link to a medieval nobleman’s portrait
uncovers a fortress and a conspiracy reaching William the Conqueror. Flung into
the Dark Ages, her newfound alliance leads a defense against encroaching
invaders. Facing a web of deceit, her choice is critical: rescue him to alter
destiny or observe as history unfolds. Her verdict could forever shift the
legacy of the past, entwined with love and truth.
Scribbler Tales presents an eclectic anthology of short
stories penned by a single author. This contemporary collection traverses a
spectrum of narratives, from the eerie whispers of the paranormal to the
pulse-pounding escapades of action and adventure. Delve into the enigmatic
depths of mystery and thrillers, soar through the imaginative realms of
fantasy, experience the tender nuances of romance, and confront the raw
realities of drama and suspense. Each tale is a unique human experience
exploration crafted to intrigue, captivate, and resonate with readers across
genres.
Scribbler Tales Presents: Escape from Berlin – Winner - 2024
American Legacy Book Awards - Anthologies: Fiction
A Covert Flight. A Secret Revealed. A Vengeful Verdict.
In this gripping anthology, each short story plunges the reader into a heart-racing encounter with destiny. A man defies the iron curtain of East Germany for love’s sake, risking everything in a high-stakes escape. A woman’s unwavering trust in her husband faces the ultimate test of betrayal. Another’s fresh start in America is jeopardized by a past that refuses to stay buried. Justice takes a dark turn when the victim seeks retribution, and a young woman’s brush with ancient rites turns into a fight for survival. These narratives of suspense and courage showcase the human spirit’s resilience against the backdrop of danger and deceit.
Scribbler Tales Volumes One – Five – Finalist - 2024
American Legacy Book Awards
Anthologies: Fiction
A Deceptive Discovery. A Sinister Secret. A Menacing
Mystery.
Scribbler Tales offers a collection of gripping tales that whisk readers into a world where the extraordinary disrupts the ordinary. Cloning experiments gone wrong, haunted graveyards, star-crossed lovers, pacts with darkness, and childhood reflections are just the beginning. The series unravels a web of vigilante justice, covert operations, spectral hauntings, and life-altering accusations. It navigates through chilling kidnappings, ancestral curses, forbidden passions, and the quest for truth in a maze of deception. Each volume is a gateway to suspenseful adventures, where the only promise is the unpredictability of fate. As the saga unfolds, it’s clear that the most captivating stories exist beyond the edge of reality.
A Dark Covenant. A Daring
Heist. A Viral Apocalypse.
In a quest for immortality, a woman contemplates a Satanic covenant before the portal closes on All Hallows’ Eve. An encounter with an exotic stranger turns a dream vacation into a nightmare as tomb robbers threaten the journey. A team suspects their newest member while orchestrating a final heist at a renowned Diamond Exchange. Racing against time, a doctor develops a cure for a mutated pathogen threatening human existence. Unaware of the cost, a wife plots her husband’s demise, seeking freedom.
A Treacherous Love. A Hidden Truth. A Daring Quest.
A wealthy entrepreneur’s daughter is kidnapped, sparking a desperate search against time. In the heart of Transylvania, a newlywed’s fascination with folklore leads to an eerie encounter with enigmatic relatives. A lady falls deeply for a younger man, stirring doubts about his intentions in their unusual romance. In a different turn of events, a murderer flees the scene of his crime. A doctor faces a moral dilemma over patient confidentiality after a tragic revelation concerning her lover’s death.
A Justice Threatened. A Nightmare Rekindled. A Vengeful
Quest.
In a suspense-filled saga, a clandestine theft of a revolutionary engine design signals an insider’s betrayal. A woman’s return to her ancestral roots awakens dormant childhood horrors. In the shadows of justice, a detective’s frantic pursuit of a vengeful killer targeting legal warriors unfolds. The chilling reality of a night stalker’s presence forces a desperate plea for protection. Amidst fiery chaos, a fire marshal’s investigation into serial arson leads to a shocking suspicion within the ranks of the brave.
A Vengeful Verdict. A Hidden Horror. A Cursed Claim.
In a world where promises shatter easily, a woman grapples with her heart’s yearnings and the unyielding demands of the law. Shadows become the stage for justice as an avenger quietly rights the unpunished wrongs. A harrowing truth unravels from a hidden research enclave, sending ripples through the halls of governance. A man’s life unravels, ensnared by deceit and false accusations. And from the whispers of history, a formidable spirit seeks to intertwine with the living, merging the present with echoes of a haunting legacy. Each narrative weaves a tapestry of intrigue, where the stakes are as high as the price of truth.
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A Cloning Catastrophe. A Haunted Challenge. A Feared
Reckoning.
In a world where science pushes the boundaries of ethics, a woman’s trust shatters as she uncovers a cloning experiment’s catastrophic failure. Two souls brave the wrath of an ancient witch’s coven in the shadows of an accursed graveyard. Defiance fuels a man’s heart, challenging the iron will of his family to claim a love deemed forbidden. A desperate soul bargains with darkness, sealing a fate intertwined with survival. Echoes of a military upbringing haunt a lone figure as memories of a transient childhood resurface. Each story, rich with pivotal choices, weaves a complex tapestry of human experience, where every decision cast long shadows over their destinies.
"Out of the Depths" by Mary Ann Bernal is featured in the Green Wizard Publishing anthology, "Reality Bites
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