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Men’s Adventure Fiction May Contest First Prize Winner!
Unwanted Passenger is a roaring, prop-spinning, pulse-pounding historical thriller for fans of aerial stunts, flapper-era intrigue, and reluctant heroes with debts to pay and demons to outrun.
Meet Mitch Mayhew, a down-on-his-luck pilot with a war-tested heart and a wallet full of IOUs. Flying under the banner of a bootleg airfield in the Prohibition-era Midwest, Mitch scrapes by doing stunt gigs and risky mail runs in a plane that still bears the scars of battle.
When the Chicago PD come knocking, Mitch is roped into flying a sealed envelope- a delivery bound for Denver that could bring down the infamous Meadows Gang. The job? Dangerous. The pay? Barely worth it. The catch? A mysterious passenger, a plane with a thirst for gas and ghosts in her bones, and a sky full of secrets.
If you love the daring of The Rocketeer, the grit of Indiana Jones, or the punch of a great pulp novel, THIS is your next must-read.
One Man’s Treasure
Ancient treasure. Modern pirates. Instant adventure.
A thrilling blend of classic adventure, razor-sharp wit, and heart-pounding danger, One Man’s Treasure is perfect for fans of vintage pulp, modern action, and stories where “X” really does mark the spot.
When smooth-talking Dixon Hastings wins a treasure map in a game of poker, he assumes it’s nothing but a worthless souvenir. Somehow, his impulsive brother Sam convinces Dix the map might lead to the lost crown jewels of Spain, hidden centuries ago by notorious pirate Killian Jack.
Besides, what better excuse to spend some quality time together than a last minute treasure hunt in the balmy Caribbean?
Joined by Sam’s new fiancée, the brothers board a luxury yacht and set sail for the sunny isles, but the expected smooth sailing turns deadly the moment they are out to sea. Sam’s reckless behavior quickly puts his relationship with Amy into jeopardy, while Dixon is troubled by the unexpected appearance of a jilted former flame.
Throw in duplicity, dueling, and the arrival of real-life pirates, Sam and Dix find themselves wondering if their search for Killian Jack’s treasure might cost them their lives!
Prose and Procrastination
Helen Newcastle wanted a promotion, not romance. Getting the chance to leap from publicist to editor comes with a catch. She needs to convince adventure-author, Lamont Grant, to finish his next book.
Lamont is content with his past success, and today’s adventure is Lamont’s only priority. While on tour together to promote his past books, Helen must interest Lamont in writing again. She must also managing her own growing interest in the daring adventurer.
Stopping in Denver, Omaha, Nashville and Pittsburg, this city hopping romance takes both characters and readers on a unforgettable journey. Prose and Procrastination sets the ambitions of work and heart against one another, asking what is happily ever after?
Reason and Romance
A serious author, George Austen believes romance is a worthless genre, until he’s challenged to write one of his own by a rival author. Reason and Romance follows George along his way as he faces the questions of what love means and the people it’s meant to be shared with. Enjoy wit, humor, and discover the true meaning of romance. Join George as he is challenged with the question, “Is romance more than just a genre?”
Reason and Romance is for anyone looking for a romance novel that transcends the stereotypical title. George’s pursuit to outdo his rival brings a refreshing take to the very genre George thinks is worthless. This contemporary tale finds a way to weave love, determination, and wittiness into one great package, promising you an experience that will feel new and special.
Terrance’s debut novel was published on May 3rd. 2022 and is available wherever books are sold.
Suit Up! With Terrance Layhew
A Podcast about stories and storytellers. Featuring interviews with authors, filmmakers, editors and everyone in between.
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