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Shortly after the discovery of a new continent by Christopher Columbus, would-be privateers from Spain rush to the shores of the new world seeking to acquire land, riches, and the power that came with both. Among these hearty individuals is Hernando Cortés, who, along with his native translator Malinali Tenepal—baptized in the Catholic faith as Marina—manage to overcome the might of the Aztec empire. It is a tale of greed, self-righteousness, power, and betrayal. It is also a tale of guile, strategy, alliances, and inevitable change. The two volumes of The Fair Gods tell the story of how a small band of men aided by a native woman accomplished the most remarkable feat of conquest in history. They were, as described by General Lew Wallace (author of Ben Hur and The Fair God), “men never seen before or since.” 

187,00 words/716 pages in two volumes. Historical Fiction. See adjoining panels for further details on each volume.

  On a squally winter’s night, a small contingent of Spaniards numbering no more than five hundred darts out of Cuba’s Manzanillo harbor aboard some acquired ships. They do so, fleeing from arrest by Governor Velásquez’s order, who has labeled their leader, Hernando Cortés, a traitor. Thus begins the epic story of Cortés and history’s most daring conquest. 

Early into the expedition, they receive their most valuable treasure, a native princess who had been sold into slavery by her step-brother, chief of the Paynala. Through her interaction with the local tribes, she becomes indispensable. Her ability to translate not just words but also the real message behind them allows for her own hidden agenda. 

Once allies are made on the coast, Cortés and his expedition plunge into the interior, chasing riches, power, and position. They face the unknown terrain and weather, plus the many indigenous tribes who might be loyal to the Aztec empire or, in other cases, willing to ally with the Spaniards to remove the yolk of domination exerted by the Aztecs. As the expedition heads toward the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan, they are well aware that the governor’s troops are not far behind, carrying the irons those troops intend to use to drag them all back to Cuba and a hangman’s noose. 98,000 words/379 pages; Historical Fiction.

Available on Amazon Kindle on March 8, 2024. Available now.

ASIN: B0CVSQP5ZZ e-book

 ASIN: B0CW688K9P softcover

ISBN: 9798877904392

$7.25 e-book; $17.50 softcover; Included at no extra charge with Kindle Unlimited.

Having arrived at the entrance to the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan, Cortés’s troops stand in awe at the magnificent city and its people and daunted by the 300,000 natives living in the area. Invited into the city as guests and given a palace in which to stay, they soon discover their lodgings are nothing more than a comfortable prison. 

A battle of wits ensues between Cortés and Moctezuma, the “Great Speaker” of the Aztec Empire, each knowing only one of them will likely survive. At the same time, Moctezuma must deal with the internal conspiracies within his court and its religious leaders that seek to depose him and assume the mantle of power for themselves. However, Moctezuma has plans of his own, which would deal with not only these fair-skinned gods from the east but the priesthood as well.

Facing annihilation, the Spaniards leave the city only to be confronted by a superior force. What remains of the invaders are left to lick their wounds, the Aztecs pressing their advantage. And what of the troops of the vengeful Governor Velásquez of Cuba, who aim to imprison Cortés and his men as traitors? They cannot be far behind. 89,000 words/337 pages; Historical Fiction.

Available on Amazon Kindle on April 10, 2024. Available now.

ASIN:  B0CVTK8G8T e-book

 ASIN:  B0CW6CK93T softcover

ISBN: 9798878146814

$7.25 e-book; $17.50 softcover; Included at no extra charge with Kindle Unlimited.

After graduating from Harvard Law, John Stevens is given a task by the U.S. Secretary of State, William Jennings Bryan. He is to serve as an emissary working with the revolutionary army of Pancho Villa during the Mexican Revolution. Villa entrusts him to a Mexican "soldadera", Paquita, who, though young, is advanced in her knowledge, fighting skills, and leadership. Paquita is entirely confusing to John. She will also save his life more than once. Together, they learn essential life lessons in war, politics, and love, useful only if they can survive. 90,000+ words; Historical Fiction. Agent submissions are currently pending.

Walter Lezar's wife wants him dead. Not something a husband wants to hear. So he's devised a plan to settle accounts with her and her lover by sending them both to jail for murder. By Ricardo Santos Bell. Fiction. The book was previously available on Amazon Kindle, but a re-write (expansion) is in progress, so it is currently available only through us.  

A collection of short-to-medium-length stories with a twist of things that challenge explanation. First up, Buttonwood. Brian Davies's sales trip takes an unexpected detour through what looks to be a derelict town mired in the past. Almost out of gas, he stops, hoping to find help even though he thinks no one is there. It turns out the town is not abandoned. Or is it? Fiction. 9,685 words.

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