Cathryn Grant


Biography

Suburban Noir fiction author. Cathryn's suburban noir fiction has appeared in Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine, Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine and in the eZine Every Day Fiction.

One reader described her work as, "Making the mundane menacing."

Where to find Cathryn Grant online


Books

Buried By Debt    by Cathryn Grant
Price: $4.99 USD. 94400 words. Published on January 2, 2012. Fiction.

Devon worships Jenna. Their friends say he's obsessed with her. Maybe he is. He wants to give her the world. Counting on a lucrative promotion, he bought a multi-million dollar home in Silicon Valley for her. It's all good because Jenna adores him. He's a lucky guy. Jenna loves Devon, loves her job, and loves nice things. But Devon and Jenna are desperate to hide their sky-rocketing debt.
Shallow Water (A Madison Keith Psychological Suspense Novella)    by Cathryn Grant
Price: $2.99 USD. 36960 words. Published on November 25, 2011. Fiction.

In the second novella in this psychological suspense series, Madison finds a dead body in the Shallow Water of Half Moon Bay. The most likely culprit has a rock-solid alibi, and Madison isn't sure whether the legendary ghost that haunts The Distillery restaurant is helping or hindering her quest to understand why a young woman drowned.
Flash Fiction for the Cocktail Hour - Volume 2    by Cathryn Grant
Price: Free! 9590 words. Published on November 25, 2011. Fiction.

For a taste of Cathryn Grant's Suburban Noir fiction - psychological suspense meets psychological horror - try this 2nd collection of 11 Flash Fiction stories.
Fatal Cut (A Madison Keith Psychological Suspense Novella)    by Cathryn Grant
Price: Free! 27450 words. Published on May 30, 2011. Fiction.

(4.00 from 1 review)
The living and the dead like to tell their secrets to Madison Keith. As the administrative assistant in a suburban church, she gets plenty of opportunity to hear from both. In this first Madison Keith novella, a man is murdered in the church parking lot. When Madison finds the body, she already knows why he died, and it has very little to do with the damaged roses everyone was arguing about.
The Demise Of The Soccer Moms (A Novel of Psychological Suspense)    by Cathryn Grant
Price: $4.99 USD. 91300 words. Published on December 26, 2010. Fiction.

(4.00 from 1 review)
A suburban neighborhood is upended when a single mother saunters onto the school playground. Her Doc Marten boots, tight T-shirts, and in-your-face attitude stir up buried fears and sexual anxiety. In the dark corners of her home, a woman battles crippling memories that threaten to destroy her family. A suspicious death forces her best friend to make a choice between marriage and friendship.
Flash Fiction for the Cocktail Hour    by Cathryn Grant
Price: Free! 8150 words. Published on September 4, 2010. Fiction.

For a taste of Cathryn Grant's Suburban Noir fiction - psychological suspense meets psychological horror - try this collection of 11 Flash Fiction stories.

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Smashwords book reviews by Cathryn Grant

  • Smart Self-Publishing: Becoming an Indie Author on Nov. 18, 2010
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    Smart Self Publishing: Becoming an Indie Author is overflowing with practical, very specific advice. Zoe provides detailed information on formatting for print and eBook. She also refers readers to other resources -- both books and web. The book covers everything from writing, to marketing, to maintaining balance in life. Based on the table of contents, I was concerned the book wouldn't address pricing, but that too is covered with specific suggestions as well as things to consider regarding what an author chooses to give away free. In addition to all the great information, the book is written in a very personal, conversational tone and makes the reader feel as if all the information is being provided over a cup of coffee. I highly recommend this for anyone considering or already embarking on becoming an Indie Author.
  • Silver Thaw on Dec. 31, 2010
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    Silver Thaw transported me to another place where I could feel the change of seasons, hear the haunting music, and see the moments of tenderness. The story artfully blends fantasy and mythology through the lives of characters who make the reader experience their yearning. Using the four seasons to tie the pieces together grounds a story that weaves through the lives of multiple characters. A fast-paced read filled that pulls you in and doesn't let go until the satisfying end.
  • Candied Crime on March 04, 2011
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    The title of this collection is appropriate because Dorte Jakobsen’s stories are like a dish of candy. After you gobble up one or two, you’ll find yourself saying – Just one more. The book takes its title from a Scandinavian candy bar (Daim/Dajm) and offers thirteen cozy and humorous crime stories, with backdrops that range from a knitting club to a school classroom to a diplomatic gathering. Each story has a twist. Each one makes the reader smile at the quirky characters and their innocent and mostly not-so-innocent behavior. My favorites are Grammy, The Knitting Club, and A Nightly Burger. Although there’s also The Princess on the Pea, Trick or Treat … well, you get the idea. An excellent crime writer, one to watch.
  • Heather Farm on May 17, 2011
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    A charming short story of love, ghosts, and murder. Heather Farm is a quick, fun read with a twist or two at the end.
  • Liquorice Twists on July 25, 2011
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    LIQUORICE TWISTS delivers twenty flash fiction treats that twist together humor and crime. Jakobsen lures the reader in with seemingly pleasant scenes that quickly turn dark. Her characters come to life in a few lines, even though some commit murder in just as many! The writing is clean and sharp and quite entertaining. This collection is definitely worth a read. My favorite stories are “Castle in the Sand”, “The Red Sofa”, “Cutbacks”, and “Mothers and Daughters”.