I’m the author of a three-novel trilogy called The Secret Shepherd Conspiracies. The first, PRESCRIPTION FOR DECEPTION, has received high praise, including this: "Just finished 'Prescription For Deception' 30 minutes ago! Wow!!! What a thriller!!!! Began reading it this afternoon and couldn't put it down." -- Linda Wilson. (The exclamation marks are hers.) The second novel, THE PLOT TO ASSASSINATE SECRET SHEPHERD, also has enjoyed high praise from reviewers, among these: "It's a magnificent story of faith and hope prevailing in a world under siege." -- New York editor and publisher Lois W. Stern. Most recently released by my publisher Next Chapter Inc., is THE MAIDSTONE CONSPIRACY, the third and final book of the trilogy. I am also the author of the thriller novel THE ULTIMATE THREAT, an Amazon #1 bestseller. Other examples of my work can be found in dozens of anthologies, magazines, journals and blogs. Awaiting publication is a two-volume series of short stories, the first called DRAGONFLIES AND THE GREAT BLUE HERON and the second, MIRACLES AND MISADVENTURES. My books are available online in paperback, ebook and hardcover from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo, and Google Play, among other sites. I've enjoyed a varied career including investigative journalist, college teacher, army officer, vice-president of a Fortune 500 company, author, and business owner.
We now have a cover design for my latest novel, PRESCRIPTION FOR DECEPTION. Below is a photo of the cover. A release date is expected from my publisher soon … the announcement of the cover design means publication is not far away. I will keep you posted. This novel is part of a trilogy. The … More Cover Reveal!!
Very pleased to tell you that my short story “A Close Call” has now been published. It’s in “Tales2Inspire – Jade Collection,” released on Tuesday by New York editor and publisher, Lois W. Stern. The story is one of fourteen included in this anthology from among more than a hundred entries from around the world. … More Great News!
One year – fighting for our democracy, too!
Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies — Aristotle Those of … More Reflections on Love
“But it’s almost Christmas Eve,” his wife complained. “I know, Marion,” Richard replied. He hadn’t expected a call for his delivery business on the afternoon before Christmas. “This man really needs a piano delivered to a small town, way out in the country. He’s offering triple my usual rate. Besides it’s a surprise Christmas gift … More A Piano For Christmas
He made no apologies for acting like a little boy at times. And that’s how he got four grandsons into trouble. It all started over lunch. Grandpa’s daughter (aunt to three and mother of one) was getting married the next day. The family had gathered from far and wide. Grandpa offered to take the four pre-teens … More Grandpas Are Antique Little Boys
Here’s a story picked up by the local media outlet, Castanet News, about how I celebrated my 80th birthday, albeit twice delayed, first by Covid-19 and last summer by local wildfires. Enjoy: Vernon author takes pandemic-delayed skydive to celebrate eight decades SENIOR SKYDIVES AT 82 Jon Manchester – May 24, 2022 / 11:22 am | Story: 369782 … More Skydive Picked Up By Media
JAMES OSBORNE NOVELS 