Category Archives: Fiction

This is where I will post samples of stories I am working on, or other stuff, as I see fit.

Boot

Posted on February 22, 2019 by

If Achilles had a boot, the world would all be different. What would have Homer written if the Greeks had not needed a reason to invade Troy and appease the gods? How would great stories about star-crossed lovers ever emerge … Continue reading →

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A taste of something new (and not a murder mystery)

Posted on February 19, 2019 by

This a  piece from a story called “The year the world came to Mount Jensen, Maine.” It’s the tale of a small Maine town that is going through changes and features such characters as Max Danton, a teen-ager blogger, Henderson, … Continue reading →

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Selfie

Posted on February 17, 2019 by

Time is balance and dreams we try to remember. A warm yes and a cold no, the uncertain in between: Somehow all the same. Pulling nails alone will not reveal truth. The plaster must be smashed. The veneer broken and … Continue reading →

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Another 5-Star review for ‘The Weight of Living.’ Thanks from a grateful author

Posted on February 13, 2019 by

HOT NEW REVIEW: ★★★★★ The Weight of Living “Intrigue at its finest!” February 12, 2019 I picked this book to read from a recommendation of a friend. By accident, I started with book 3 of the Frank Nagler Mystery series. … Continue reading →

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5-Star review of ‘The Weight of Living’ : ‘A stunning and engrossing meditation on grief and survival’ (Thank you!)

Posted on January 31, 2019 by

Thanks to this reviewer for their reading of “The Weight of Living.” Coming soon, “The Red Hand,” the prequel that tells you all you wanted to know about Frank Nagler and Ironton, N.J. The review: 5 STARS. HOW DEEP DOES … Continue reading →

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Nagler Book Four: ‘The Red Hand’ accepted for publishing

Posted on January 30, 2019 by

Among the favorite words an author likes to hear are: “I really liked your book.” The other favorite words are: “Your book has been accepted for publication.” So, I am pleased to announce that the fourth in the award-winning Frank … Continue reading →

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New format for ‘The Frank Nagler Anthology’

Posted on January 15, 2019 by

I am glad to announce new formats for the Frank Nagler Anthology, a collection of the first three Frank Nagler Mysteries. Thanks for my publisher, Imzadi Publishing.  It was first issued as a hardcover, but is now available on Amazon … Continue reading →

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‘The Weight of Living’ free for five days

Posted on January 10, 2019 by

Here’s a chance to jump into the award-winning Frank Nagler Mystery series. For the next five days, Jan 10 to 14, the third  Frank Nagler Mystery, “The Weight of Living,” will be available as a free download on Amazon’s Kindle … Continue reading →

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Two interviews. Thanks

Posted on January 4, 2019 by

I’ve had the privilege of being interviewed on two blog sites in the  past week.   Thanks to Claire Jennison and Kris Wampler for including me. Here’s the links:   https://penningandplanning.com/2019/01/04/authors-40-series-michael-daigle/   https://kriswampler.com/2018/12/29/michael-stephen-daigle/   For more information visit: https://www.authorbookings.com/members/michael-daigle

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Limited edition hardcover Frank Nagler Anthology available online at Barnes and Noble

Posted on December 14, 2018 by

Barnes and Noble (www.barnesandnoble.com) has issued the hardcover copy of the Frank Nagler Anthology, containing the first three Frank Nagler Mysteries, and a short story bonus. Coming soon will be a paperback edition and an ebook version. Detail to follow. … Continue reading →

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