"Angel" - Reading

I started writing Angel (3500 words) late in 2012, and finished early in 2013. It went on to take First in Fiction in The Lake Winnipeg Writers' Group's annual Write on the Lake Competition, and is included in my anthology of short stories, "And Then It Rained." Click HERE to access my reading.

If you like what you hear, click HERE to get your own copy of "And Then It Rained."

Reading - "Diary of a Long Weekend"

Hello again! I decided that today's reading would be from a short story I wrote eleven years ago, entitled "Diary of a Long Weekend." Back then I could count all my published work on one hand, but all these years later, with ten books to my credit, it continues to have a special place in the feels section of my insides, probably because it was so close to what I was living myself. Here's hoping you enjoy it. https://youtu.be/iPoqfnNoQ-I

Today's Reading - "Charlie Smithers: Adventures Downunder"

Hello, and welcome to this week's reading, taken from the third book of the Charlie Smithers collection, "Adventures Downunder." Click HERE to give a listen.

If you like what you hear, click HERE to purchase your own copy of "Charlie Smithers: Adventures Downunder."

Readings - Why Not Give a Listen?

Hi there! With everyone in self-isolation these days, why not give a listen to some readings I have posted on YouTube over the past week or so. The first one is an introduction to my debut novel, "The Adventures of Charlie Smithers." Click HERE to watch. The second is the remainder of the chapter (which is a personal favourite, and will give you a good idea what Charlie Smithers is about) - to watch, click HERE.

To purchase these, or, indeed, any of my stories, click HERE.

And last, but not least, is another favourite, this one from "Adventures in India," the second book of the Charlie Smithers Collection. Included is a scene were Charlie is accompanying his master, Lord Brampton, to Government House in Calcutta, to meet the viceroy, not realising that Lord Brampton is higher than a kite from some 'tea' prepared for him buy the beautiful and mysterious Madam Pirali - click HERE to watch.

If you wish to purchase these, or, indeed, any of my stories, click HERE.
Look to this space for more readings to be posted in the future!

Wild Wolf's January Book Promotion - Last Day!!

Today's the last day to take advantage of Wild Wolf's January promotion, with hundreds of FREE titles. Over 20,000 downloads already!

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Our biggest ever January sale event begins on 1st Jan for 5 days. Hundreds of our titles will be FREE! Yes, you read that right - FREE! Across all genres, including best-sellers like If Only, Save One Child, Wildcard, Everybody Gets Fifteen Quid, The Adventures of Charlie Smithers, Sinema: The Northumberland Massacre, Dead Beat, Unlikely Killer, I'd Sooner Starve and MANY MANY more! Here's our full catalogue. https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3QY6KEF6WY2QB

Wild Wolf's January Promotion Out of This World!!

With over 17,000 downloads in the first three days, you're going to want to take advantage of Wild Wolf's January promotion, with hundreds of titles available for FREE, including five of my own!
Click HERE to access their catalogue today!

Wild Wolf Biggest ever January Sale Event!!!

In an admirably aggressive promotion, hundreds of Wild Wolf titles will be FREE until January 5, 2020. Day one and already the downloads are into four figures, so don't delay! Click HERE to access the Wild Wolf library.
Listed among the free titles are five of my own stories:

(update): The Little Mouse and "Josiah Stubb" are both currently #1 in their respective categories.

1) The Little Mouse

2) Never Taken Road

3) The Adventures of Charlie Smithers

4) And Then It Rained

5) Josiah Stubb: The Siege of Louisbourg

My Interview With the Lovely Hannah Ferguson

The is the first interview on video I've ever given. (Note to self: learn to sit still instead of wobbling around in your chair, and where did that facial twitch come from?) Still, not too bad at all. Thanks, Hannah, it was fun.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D6aR073jvDj2xhkgWDsx7YJ3WBIMEyHh/view?usp=sharing_eip&ts=5cb4cb8d

Click here to see my list of published work, and where they're available.

Josiah Stubb - The Complete Set!

Pick up the complete set of Josiah Stubb novels for only $11.49 USD - from The Siege of Louisbourg, all the way through to the historic Battle of the Plains of Abraham!

"... To me, that is the difference between a really good book you re-read when you’re in the mood and a fantastic book that impacts your life, forever.
Josiah Stubb is a fantastic book." ~ Katie Kofemug

US: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07JJGK8ZN/ref=series_rw_dp_sw
UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07JJGK8ZN/ref=series_rw_dp_sw

Josiah Stubb: The Plains of Abraham - Now Live!!

At long last, the third book of the Josiah Stubb Trilogy, "The Plains of Abraham," is now available in both kindle and paperback!

Click here to purchase your own copy!

 About "The Plains of Abraham": 

 From the best-selling author of The Adventures of Charlie Smithers … comes another action adventure in all out war.

With the fall of Louisbourg, at last the gateway to Quebec lies open to the British. As the summer of 1759 looms, one last push is required to topple the capital of New France, and the young officer, Josiah Stubb, and the grenadiers of the 51st, will be part of it.

However, unlike Louisbourg, the Citadel of Quebec is a natural fortress, and the might of New France has been concentrated to defend her. The British are outnumbered two to one, leaving the stage uncertain. Much depends upon courage and discipline…and of course, that most enigmatic factor of all, luck.

This is a tense melee without mercy and a riveting historical battle with far reaching consequences.

Click here to purchase your own copy!

"The Little Mouse" - Currently On Sale!

With Christmas approaching, the paperback for "The Little Mouse" is currently going for half price.
This #1 bestseller is beautifully illustrated by the talented Angel Rose, and would definitely look good under the tree. Trust me, your children will love it, and you will, too.

Click here to purchase your own copy.

"From the creator of Charlie Smithers comes an endearing story, reminiscent of fairy tale classics of yesteryear. Filled with enchantment and meaning, this charming tale appeals to young and old alike, portraying how even the smallest among us can change the world."

 

A delightfully satisfying story." ~ Book Reviewers Online

"This tale, which will appeal to all ages, carries not just one, but several important and poignant messages. Without being 'preachy,' the book lets the reader carry away a positive and life affirming precept." ~ The Review

#1 Bestseller!
"From the creator of Charlie Smithers comes an endearing story, reminiscent of fairy tale classics of yesteryear. Filled with enchantment and meaning, this charming tale appeals to young and old alike, portraying how even the least among us can change the world."

Click here to purchase your own copy.

MY LINKS

With three new books released this year I thought it would be a good idea to revamp my LINKS file. It lists all my books, including my latest, "Josiah Stubb: The Plains of Abraham," (available for pre-order,) with links to every site I could find where they are available. Why not check it out?

                                                                        MY LINKS

Josiah Stubb: The Plains of Abraham - Now Available for Pre-order

Don't forget, the third book of the Josiah Stubb series, "The Plains of Abraham," will be released at the end of November.

Click here to pre-order your copy today!

Josiah Stubb: The Plains of Abraham - Now Available For Pr-order!

My latest offering - the third and final book of the Josiah Stubb trilogy, "The Plains of Abraham."
Due to be released at the end of November, available to pre-order now!

"From the best-selling author of The Adventures of Charlie Smithers … comes another action adventure in all out war.

With the fall of Louisbourg, at last the gateway to Quebec lies open to the British. As the summer of 1759 looms, one last push is required to topple the capital of New France, and the young officer, Josiah Stubb, and the grenadiers of the 51st, will be part of it.
However, unlike Louisbourg, the Citadel of Quebec is a natural fortress, and the might of New France has been concentrated to defend her. The British are outnumbered two to one, leaving the stage uncertain. Much depends upon courage and discipline…and of course, that most enigmatic factor of all, luck.
This is a tense melee without mercy and a riveting historical battle with far reaching consequences."

 http://mybook.to/js3

Podcast

Tune in to The Writers' Round Table today at 3:00 CDT (4:00 EDT - 9:00 PM GMT). For the next 90 minutes Marta Moran Bishop and I will be the guests of host Karen Vaughan. I'll be bragging - I mean discussing my last three releases: the second book of the Josiah Stubb series, "Interim," "The Little Mouse," which is a fairy tale for young and old alike, and "Never taken Road," a dark dystopian novella. Looking forward to it, Karen!

 http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rrradio/2018/10/09/writers-round-table-chats-with-chuck-marta

I'm Somewhat Eclectic

Throughout my writing career my stories refuse to be pigeonholed into a certain genre. For example, these novellas are my last two releases. I think it all depends on how I wake up in the morning.

The Little Mouse:

 #1 Bestseller!

"From the creator of Charlie Smithers comes an endearing story, reminiscent of fairy tale classics of yesteryear. Filled with enchantment and meaning, this charming tale appeals to young and old alike, portraying how even the least among us can change the world."

 http://mybook.to/tlm

Never Taken Road:

 The earth has been stricken by the Super Plague, eradicating humanity from the face of the planet … all except for one man, and one woman. In a now primitive world, will they be able to save our species from extinction? Should they?

 http://mybook.to/ntr

My Links

Follow the link to where you'll find all my titles with more links to every site that I could find where they are sold. I've spent a fair amount of time compiling this list so be sure to check it out.

https://chuck-storyriver.blogspot.com/2016/01/my-links.html

New Release - Never Taken Road

When my friend, Diana Milne was in the hospital I sent her a story every day to keep her entertained. This novella was one of the last ones she read, and I think she liked it just a little more than any of the others. Sadly Diana passed away soon after. On that same day I asked Wild Wolf to take the story on, and they agreed. It's a way of saying, thank you for having been my friend, Diana, this one's for you.

 

"The earth has been stricken by the Super Plague, eradicating all humanity … all except for one man, and one woman. In a now primitive world, will they be able to save our species? Should they?"

 http://mybook.to/ntr

The Little Mouse - A Dedication

For the longest time Helen's granddaughters, Evie and Iris, had been asking to read some of my work. This prompted me to dig into my collection of stories to find something that was suitable, and I came up with "The Little Mouse." In turn, the interest that this generated on social media was so overwhelming that it prompted me to look into getting it published, and the rest is history. It seemed only natural to show my gratitude by dedicating the book to these fine young ladies, because it was they who had got the ball rolling in the first place. Yesterday, when the paperback was released, Evie's nan showed her the dedication page. Apparently she was pleased because, using Helen's Facebook account, she sent me a photo, and this endearing message:

"This is Evie typing! i love the book and i love my name being in the book and now I'm famous!!!!!"

 

 

 Moments like this don't come along every day, but when they do they make it all worthwhile. You could ask Evie I suppose, but, what with her new found fame and all, I'm afraid you'll have to call and make an appointment. ;)

Click here to purchase your own copy of "The Little Mouse."

 

"From the creator of Charlie Smithers comes an endearing story, reminiscent of fairy tale classics of yesteryear. Filled with enchantment and meaning, this charming tale appeals to young and old alike, portraying how even the least among us can change the world."

 

"The Little Mouse" - Now Available In Paperback!

The day has finally arrived, and my #1 best seller, "The Little Mouse," is now available in paperback!

Click here to order yours today!