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Michael Danese

Biography

Michael Danese attended The Pennsylvania State University and he is a writer, producer. director, and editor for corporate video programs.
He lives near Allentown Pa.

Books

Bedlam at the B n B by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,690. Language: English. Published: January 16, 2024 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » General
In this short story, we meet a group of guests at a bed and breakfast in a small town. Any hotel, motel, or, in this case, bed and breakfast, is a microcosm of our society. The guests in each room are all on their own journeys with their own challenges and experiences. But each is separate from those of everyone else, until an incident occurs that brings them all together and affects their lives!
The Shaman's Eyes by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,470. Language: English. Published: October 3, 2023 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Psychological thriller
In this short story, Amy and Rich are on a Caribbean island celebrating their twentieth wedding anniversary. One day then they take a tour to visit a village to explore how the island’s residents live. While on the tour, they meet the village medicine man. Rich is heard saying he is a sham, which insults the man and the local culture. The Shaman's eyes glow as he squeezes Rich’s hands.
One Way Out by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 2,620. Language: English. Published: June 21, 2023 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller
In this short story, Jim comes home and tells his wife, Joanie, that he just lost his job. Jim has been depressed and miserable for the past few years and it is now starting to drag his previously bubbly wife down with him. He has refused therapy several times. Joanie has given up. They decide to end it all with a double suicide, but things don’t go exactly as planned.
Scarlet Fire Blues by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,030. Language: English. Published: February 9, 2023 . Categories: Fiction » Coming of age
In this short story set in the late 1970s, Diane and Nick have been best friends and a couple since they were kids. Nick only has eyes for Diane, but she has stars in her eyes. Nick wants to open a business and settle down, but Diane sets her sites on seeing her name in lights on a theater marque. As both careers blossom, each faces tremendous challenges, and both are strongly tested!
Voices from the Grave by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 4,810. Language: English. Published: December 2, 2022 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense
In this short story, Marnie is traveling to Chicago. When her bus is delayed for hours, someone offers to drive. there is an accident and Marnie is thrown from the car and the others are killed. When she recovers she visits the families of the people who were killed. As she makes her visits, she learns more about herself. As you read this noir tale, imagine it in black and white!
Silent Sal by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,980. Language: English. Published: March 14, 2022 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller
This short story begins as Sal DeMarco is eulogizing his twin sister after her suicide.Sal seldom spoke until he was a teenager. It turned out that his silence was his own choice. He preferred to listen. His sharp listening skills developed into deep analytical skills. He had a feeling that something just wasn’t right with his sister’s death, so he applied his skills to get to the real story!
Blood Money by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,850. Language: English. Published: September 26, 2021 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » General
In this short story, Mildred, a stressed CEO, discovers that her husband, Roger, is cheating on her. This news sends her into a rage, and she forces her security chief, George, to agree to murder Roger. When George decides to double cross both Roger and Mildred, things don’t go quite as planned in this modern-day noir tale.
Side Hustle by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 4,350. Language: English. Published: February 18, 2021 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense
In this short story, Alisha and Riggy are cash poor college students. Riggy saw a story about a man that was tied up and robbed by an escort and Alisha was inspired. She devised a fool-proof scheme to attract men to hotel rooms and handcuff them. Riggy would enter and photograph them for blackmail. The plan worked great for a few months, until they robbed the wrong guy!
Crime of Passion by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 4,440. Language: English. Published: December 28, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Women's fiction » General
In this short story, Trish tells her lover, Marie, that she suspects that her husband, George is having another affair. When she confronts him, he denies it, like he always does. A few weeks later he comes home falling-down drunk and tells Trish that he broke it off and that it is over forever. The next day George is arrested for murdering his mistress. After he is convicted because of overwhelmin
Dance with the Devil by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,700. Language: English. Published: May 15, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Supernatural, Fiction » Horror » Occult
In this short story, Hermy is a life-long loser, that is, until he met and fell in love with Evelyn Payne. She told him that she would help him get his life on track and that he would be a success. All she asked in return was his immortal soul. “You’ve got it, now, and forever!” he answered. She molded and advised him, even changed his name to Nick, which is the name of a strong leader. Soon he wa
Perchance to Dream by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,890. Language: English. Published: March 18, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Psychological thriller, Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories
In this short story, Robert Clapper, a salesman, abruptly wakes from a terrifying recurring nightmare and is comforted by his wife Mary. After breakfast he travels to a business meeting and is surprised to find that he recognizes the people in his meeting from his dream!
The Crime of the Century by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 4,740. Language: English. Published: June 14, 2019 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense
In this short story, Josie Grecco and her group of gentle and kindly fellow senior citizen are sitting at a table in their retirement home when they devise a foolproof plan to rob Churchill Downs during the Kentucky Derby in the mid-1960s!
Everything's Jake by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,770. Language: English. Published: June 14, 2019 . Categories: Fiction » Science fiction » Short stories, Fiction » Fantasy » Contemporary
In this short story, we meet Jake Brophy. “Everything revolves around Jake! Jake is the center of the universe!” everyone says. But in this, case it is absolutely true! The world actually does revolve around Jake!
Murder Through the Looking Glass by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 4,050. Language: English. Published: November 23, 2018 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense, Fiction » Science fiction » Short stories
In this short story, the Cold War simmers as the Russians develop a hallucinogenic drug that allows them to hypnotize, train and brainwash a group of assassins They implement a precise plan to murder the President of the United States as the world watches!
Monster by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,530. Language: English. Published: April 16, 2018 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense
In this short story, George Mantee, a former policeman, now working as a security guard, is falsely accused of being a child pornographer. The media splashes the news, and soon his small town brands him as a sex offender. Although he is quickly and completely cleared, it is too late, the die has been cast. This pushes George into a downward spiral that he can’t escape.
Open Invitation by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,310. Language: English. Published: May 12, 2017 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense
In this short story, Jade, Bryan and Jack are college students that scheme together to make some extra money to defray their expenses. They come up with a foolproof method to burglarize the homes of older wealthy folks that are attending society events. Their plan runs like a well-oiled money machine, until they break into a house while children are at home!
Game-Set-Match by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 5,840. Language: English. Published: September 11, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Romance » Short stories
In this short story, Luann has it all, a palatial estate in the Florida Keys, stellar looks, and a rich husband. But, since her brutish husband is constantly trotting the globe for his firm, she is also very lonely. When he’s around, she is very unhappy. That is, until she meets her new tennis instructor and the sparks start to fly in this noir tale of a risky triangle!
Dogfight! by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,170. Language: English. Published: September 2, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Psychological thriller, Fiction » Historical » USA
In this short story, Jack is a World War II fighter pilot and Mr. West is a cancer patient. Both are in the fight of their lives as this story jumps from the consciousness of both men as they face their demons.
Killing Time by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 2,710. Language: English. Published: August 24, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Science fiction » Short stories, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense
In this short story, Steph Evans is a brilliant computer scientist. For the past several years she has been developing a top secret military project that enables time travel. She finally has a breakthrough and finds success! Everything is wonderful until she decides to use her new discovery to alter history…
PhotoBomb by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,470. Language: English. Published: February 5, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense, Fiction » Themes & motifs » Political
In this short story, George is walking on the beach with his four year old granddaughter when he pranks a gathering of Middle Eastern people by adding himself to the back of their group photo. When this group sets off a bomb in Philadelphia, and some of the terrorists are killed, the photo on a dead man’s phone soon falls into the hands of the media and the FBI, who identify him as the mastermind!
Feminine Touch by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,990. Language: English. Published: January 13, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense
In this short story, Eileen is a young single mom with her own thriving massage business. Eventually, she uses her business as a front to hide her secret life as a high-priced mob assassin! All is going great, until she rubs out the wrong guy!
Dark Voodoo by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 4,630. Language: English. Published: June 15, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Horror » Crime
In this short story, Victor LaMacchia is a former NFL Pro Bowl player and the chairman of the company that he created, Dark Voodoo, that caters to the upscale motorcycle enthusiast. He also works “off the grid” to help his friend, the DA of New Orleans deal with criminals that have managed to slip through the long arm of the law. It’s a perfect set up for him, a ruthless serial killer!
The Uninvited Guest by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 2,960. Language: English. Published: January 6, 2015 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense, Fiction » Horror » Crime
In this short story, just after the turn of the last century, in a small, warm rural home, the Buckley family are joyously preparing for their Christmas Eve dinner. As they gather at their feast, a travelling stranger knocks at their door and they welcome him at their festive table. What happens next will scar their Christmas memories for the rest of their lives!
The Deadliest Game by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 4,030. Language: English. Published: March 31, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense, Fiction » Adventure » Action
In this short story, a group of rich hunters, bored with the usual prey of deer and bears, take part in an illegal “game” where they can hunt the smartest prey – men! Death row inmates volunteer to be part of the game. If they survive, they win their freedom. Jim is one of the “runners” and he is determined to do whatever it takes to get back to his family!
Greed by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,750. Language: English. Published: November 13, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Plays & Screenplays » American
Jeff and Gary are two highly educated, cunning burglars with a media following and reputation. They are nearing the end of their successful run, with thoughts of a comfortable retirement, until they decide to rob the wrong house!
Ghost Squad by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 2,640. Language: English. Published: March 1, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Psychological thriller, Fiction » Horror » Ghost
In this short story you will go along with the most popular paranormal investigative TV show, Ghost Squad, as they spend the night at a brutal murder scene from the Roaring 20s. As they attempt to contact the spirit world, they come face to face with real evil!
Julie's War by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,750. Language: English. Published: September 5, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Psychological thriller, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense
In this short story, Julie finds herself in the worst possible position of any soldier – trapped behind enemy lines! She vows to bring a one-woman army to the enemy, no matter what the cost!
Loose Ends by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 5,240. Language: English. Published: June 1, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Plays & Screenplays » American
In this short story, Les Delaney just found out that he has a very short time to live, so he decides to do what he believes is best for his wife and family, by tying up several loose ends before he dies, including murder!
Counter Talk by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 5,790. Language: English. Published: January 16, 2012 . Categories: Plays » American / African American, Fiction » Mashups
One-Act Play Have you ever been is a crowded restaurant, with groups of people at every table, and wondered what they are all talking about? This one-act play allows you to drop in on the drama, comedy and tragedy of everyday life. With a touch of suspense.
The Restless Heart by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 3,960. Language: English. Published: January 16, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense, Fiction » Horror » Crime
Short Story - A young woman's recurring nightmares are the key to a murder case over 1000 miles away and decades ago.
A Pound of Flesh by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 2,680. Language: English. Published: January 16, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense, Fiction » Horror » General
Short Story - Take an inside look at the very private world of the organ-harvesting group that calls themselves The Shylock Society.
Coulrophobia by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 2,080. Language: English. Published: January 16, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Psychological thriller, Fiction » Young adult or teen » Horror
Short Story - A college student's deeply-seated fear of clowns leads her to solve a dangerous mystery while babysitting a house full of children.
The Confession by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 7,650. Language: English. Published: January 16, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Psychological thriller, Fiction » Horror » Occult
Short story - A woman confesses to a TV reporter about a series of grisly serial killings. A tale of revenge and greed, with a touch of the occult.
The Lost Boy by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 4,090. Language: English. Published: January 16, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Psychological thriller
Short story - Robert is a sixth-grade student that makes the extra effort to have things go his own way, just like any other psychopath.
Fowl Weather by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 2,090. Language: English. Published: January 16, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense
Short story - Silas Tweed loves everything about the beach, except perhaps the seagulls. He has a life-changing event when he decides to ride out a hurricane in the evacuated town.
The Garden of Eden Point by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 5,330. Language: English. Published: January 15, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Psychological thriller
This short story is about a post-pandemic love triangle. Jamison, a devout Christian ex-athlete, his pretty wife, Mary, and their likable single neighbor, Mark are the only survivors of the deadly pandemic. When they finally emerge from their shelter, things begin to unravel as Mary succumbs to the temptation of the forbidden fruit.

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