Books and Short Stories by D.A. Schneider
Death of a Scholar: Holly Reynolds Mysteries Book One
High school senior Holly Reynolds gained notoriety for solving a murder while on vacation at a snowed-in ski resort. Now, nearly a year later, a beloved former teacher ends up dead, and it’s up to Holly to uncover the truth behind her untimely death. Can she prove it wasn't a suicide but a well-planned murder? Follow Holly as she unravels the mystery that will keep you guessing until the end.
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John Garvey never said he was an angel, or a fallen one at that. Biker, businessman, guitarist, drug dealer, you name it, he's involved. Attention naturally turns to him when someone starts to murder musicians and steal the guitars from their bodies. Is it John Garvey? That's something Detective Marion Kern has to figure out. Meanwhile, stranger Jude befriends Elizabeth, despite being warned off by his boss, Lou, who tells him to stick strictly to business. But what business does Jude have, and why do things become complicated when he finds out who Elizabeth's father is?
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Devil's Cut (Wes O'Brien Private Detective book 3)
Wes and Posey take up the search for a missing socialite and discover a trail of twisted clues and dead bodies. Fearing their client's missing daughter may be in danger, Wes and the agency must follow a trail of evidence that becomes increasingly disturbing while they wrestle with their own demons, deal with pressure from the police department, and even interference from the FBI.
The explosive Wes O'Brien Private Detective Series returns with the third installment.
WARNING: Graphic Content
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(Kindle Vella Exclusive)
Ray has a problem. He's afraid of the dark and for good reason. The creatures who live there have tormented him throughout most of his life. Now, as he rekindles an old relationship with his high school sweetheart, he embarks on a quest to find out what the monsters are and why only he can see them when darkness falls. Working with an expert in the supernatural, Ray discovers what may be a family curse. A curse that all started with the appearance of a crow.
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Serialized with a new chapter every Friday on Kindle Vella.
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Freezer Burn (Wes O'Brien Private Detective book 2)
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Wes O'Brien's fledgling private detective agency now has an official office, even if the place still needs a little work. It doesn't take long for a client to seek out the help of the famed Irish Black. The only problem is, the case that's brought to Wes is over 40 years old. On a cold November night in 1978, four young people disappeared while closing up the fast food joint where they worked. By the time the bodies were found, two days later in woods far away from the Speedway restaurant, the scene of the crime was already compromised. With the help of bounty hunter, Jackson Posey, Wes dives in to the botched cold case with little hope of finally bringing the murderers to justice. But, if he follows the right clues, and interviews the right people, Wes knows anything's possible. Freezer Burn is book 2 in the Wes O'Brien Private Detective Series.
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The Legend of Lilith's Hollow (Franklin Stewart Book 2)
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Though the town of Lilith's Hollow lies in a perpetual state of autumn weather, in the woods surrounding the town winter has come. And with it, a ghostly evil. As Franklin Stewart enters his second year of lessons in the the town that Halloween built, he feels compelled to uncover the truth about the menacing spirit who poses a new threat. Despite the objections of his Uncle Claymore, his brother Theo, and his concerned schoolmates, Franklin follows the clues and discovers an incredible story.
Coffee & Cigarettes: A Short Story Collection
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A spacecraft full of Earth survivors, a journey to the edge of the world, an army of killer toy clowns. D.A. Schneider's published short stories span through space, fantasy worlds, and horror filled nights. Collected here for the first time are his published short stories and award winning tales. Wonder and terror await!
Irish Black (Wes O'Brien Private Detective Book 1)
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Eddie Sutherland is dead. Normally, Detective Wes O'Brien wouldn't care about another dead drug dealer, but he may just be the man who killed him. Thrown off the force and under investigation, Wes is called upon privately to look into a cheating spouse case. The one thing he wanted to avoid. Only this case turns into a double homicide with Wes the only witness. Diving deeper into the murder, Wes soon finds himself teamed with a mentally unstable bounty hunter, embroiled in crooked politics, and working against the clock to solve the murders before he becomes the killer's next victim.
Ghost Hunter Z: The Complete Trilogy
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Running away from a haunted past in the States, Ghost Hunter Z moves to London to set up shop and use his unique ability to see ghosts to make a living. Soon, he finds spirits where they don't belong and one name keeps coming up. Asmodeus. An ancient evil has been summoned to Earth along with a horde of angry demons. In order to fight the monster, Z makes a deal that sets off a chain reaction and allows another, far more cunning creature to reach for power. With the help of Scotland Yard Inspector Charles Grant and more friends made along the way, Z uncovers mystical secrets, travels to nightmare realms, and faces monsters bent on world domination.
Collected for the first time in one volume, Ghost Hunter Z: The Complete Trilogy includes Ghost Hunter Z, The Nightmare Tree, and Staff of Set.
Staff of Set (Ghost Hunter Z book 3)
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Seether's mad quest to recover the pieces to complete the Staff of Set are coming closer to fruition. Now, Ghost Hunter Z and his team race to find the final artifact first, a mission that leads half the team on a challenging trip by ship to Egypt. Meanwhile, Z and his friends are being targeted by a mad man with the ability to control fire. Inspector Grant is on the hunt to find the killer before he can strike again. Twists and shocking surprises await all members of the team In this thrilling conclusion to The Ghost Hunter Z Trilogy.
The Nightmare Tree (Ghost Hunter Z book 2)
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Young Jeffery is an orphan with a special gift. He can see ghosts. When the boy is abducted, Ghost Hunter Z is recruited to find him, surprised to find another that shares his talent. The hunt will lead him and his new associate Rudder Wallace to The Nightmare Tree, a realm populated by twisted creatures and an ancient deity intent on keeping the boy right where he is. Meanwhile, Inspector Grant is on the case, following clues to find the kidnapper. The evidence leads him and the rest of the team to a new threat in the form of a skilled magic user that's willing to perform unspeakable acts out of desperation. What sinister plot has been set in motion? And who is pulling the strings from behind the scenes? Before Z can discover the truth, he must first survive The Nightmare Tree.
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Ghost Hunter Z (Ghost Hunter Z book 1)
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London, 1883. The American only known as Z has made a new home in the great city. However, Z is not like other men. Since he was just a boy, he's had the ability to see ghosts. Though the gift frightened him at first, he soon learned to live with it, and more, start his own business as a ghost hunter, ridding haunted houses of their restless spirits. Fleeing a horrifying past in the States, Z crossed the pond with his silver loaded revolvers on his hips and Stetson hat on his head, determined to hunt and fight the supernatural.
When Scotland Yard Inspector Charles Grant approaches Z with a job, the case pits the ghost hunter against an ancient evil. Asmodeus is coming and he brings an army of demons with him. Now, Grant must find the murderer who spilled human blood to summon the King of Demons, while Z races to find the one object that can drive the evil back to Hell. But will Z's past catch up to him first?
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The Mourning Mansion (Franklin Stewart book 1)
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Franklin Stewart and his younger brother Theo had been stuck at the run-down London orphanage for nearly six months, waiting for a new home and a new family. Much to their surprise, it's a distant uncle that steps up and takes them in. Once they arrive in the sleepy town of Lilith's Hollow, however, the shabby orphanage soon seems like a pleasant dream.
As it turns out, Uncle Claymore is an agoraphobic vampire that lives in a haunted mansion, still in mourning over the love he lost centuries ago and trying desperately to contact her ghostly form. And all of that is just the tip of the iceberg, for what the rest of the town has to offer is far more uncanny. Lilith's Hollow revolves around the traditions of Halloween. It's autumn all year round, Pumpkin is the produce of choice, and the townsfolk are made up of witches, werewolves, zombies, and all manner of nightmare creatures. Franklin and Theo are sure they're in over their heads and soon plan an escape, but what lies beyond the town limits may be even worse. Add to this the appearance of a mysterious door in the mansion, and the terror builds to an unbearable level. Tricks and treats have never been so scary.
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Sam Zorah has had bursts of incredible strength throughout his life that even he can't explain. Moments that have molded who he will become. It's one of these moments that lands him in juvenile hall, where he learns true hardship and true friendship. As Sam gets older, he has strange urges that lead him to an obscure relationship with a stripper named Prudence, a woman that changes his life forever. Through life's struggles, Sam becomes desperate, and when he finds a way to tap into his mysterious strength he and his friends turn to a life of crime in an attempt to survive. Brutality, love, and betrayal lead Sam to the edge of sanity, where he has a choice to continue down his violent path or emerge a hero as The Goat.
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The only constant in life is death. For Adrian Dillard, death has become an unwelcome companion. Nine unwelcome companions to be exact. Killed in a tragic train derailment over a century ago, the ghosts of nine children have taken up residence in Adrian’s psyche. Using him as a conduit for their incredible abilities, Adrian is put through arduous training to face off against The Nine’s ancient enemy Samen, Lord of Evil Spirits. But Adrian knows he isn’t being told the full story. Soon, the dead children seem to have other motives, and the appearance of other supernatural creatures calls everything Adrian has learned in to doubt. He must uncover the truth behind it all and try to avoid death while trying.
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Winter of the Raven: A Winter Anthology
Winter of the Raven - is the very first short story collection to come from Poe Girl Publishing.
It features horror short stories and poems to chill you even more on a winter's night.
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Horror on the Housetops: It's Christmas Eve and the presents need to be delivered, but Kris Kringle has to contend with a dangerous winter storm. And that's not all. During his first few stops, he notices something strange and soon falls under attack by possessed clown dolls.
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Footprints in the Snow: One man's doubts about a winter camping trip in the snow turn to all-out terror when his companion goes missing. The only thing to do is follow his footprints and see where they lead. What he finds goes beyond anything he could imagine.
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GORE 3: A Poe Boy Publishing Halloween Anthology
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Monsters come in many forms and often leave terror and GORE in their wake.
This third volume of our short story collection is the biggest, scariest and best so far.
We all love tales of monsters and gore...
This is the biggest collection of horror stories yet and brings back many Poe Family authors and returning favorites and new friends alike.
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Daylight Slaying Time: When DST hits and the clock springs forward, carnage is unleashed. A group of factory workers go missing with only buckets of their blood left behind. It's up to an FBI agent and an expert in the supernatural to determine what went wrong.
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No Words: A Halloween night turns strange when a special boy and his dog notice a visitor outside his bedroom window. Now to determine if the creature means him harm, or if he's asking for help in the only way he can communicate.
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GORE 2: A Poe Boy Publishing Halloween Anthology
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A ghost hunter's terrifying night in a legendary cemetery, a drunken voicemail that leads to a shocking discovery, these tales and many more bring frights to the haunting season. Volume 2 of the Halloween anthology series from Poe Boy Publishing focuses on ghost stories.
One Night in High Gate: Ghost Hunter Z returns in this early adventure that finds him investigating a murder in the legendary Highgate Cemetery. The tricky part about this case is the fact that the only witnesses are ghosts and the crime may have been committed from beyond the grave.
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Apparition: When a young couple moves into a SoHo apartment, sliding chairs and disembodied voices lead to the discovery of a gruesome, unsolved murder of a previous tenant. Will the restless spirit leave once the murderer is brought to justice? The new residents are determined to find out.​
Snowflakes and Winter Dreams: Editingle Winter Anthology vol. 1
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Stories filled with romance, fun, mystery and Christmas magic.
Winter solace can be full of magic and a tinge of mystery, to fill your heart blissfully. With the Misfits of love and the past of there of. Mixed with a stir of revenge and a touch of a sweet binge. So is the cocktail of serendipity that's fittingly, a drink of Snowflakes and Winter Dreams.
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Mistletoe, Mittens and Murder: It's the worst winter in years and Holly Reynolds is snowed in at the ski resort with her parents, a handful of guests, the resort staff, and a dead body. Not waiting to see who falls victim next, Holly launches an investigation to catch a killer.
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Halloween can be a scream, the trick or treaters ultimate dream, on a dark, dreary night. When
the dead start rising, therefore surprising, making them take flight. Goblins and ghouls are no
fools, your demise they will incite. Before darkness turns to light and rid this terrible fright, read
the writings on the rune, about the Curse Of The Hallow Moon.
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The Glass Vampire: Billy is a werewolf without a pack and is reflecting on his life before the curse took him. Soon, he finds himself in his hometown, running with old friends, and reunited with an old flame. To make matters worse, he and his fledgling pack are hired by the dangerous werewolf only known as Glass to capture a vampire unlike any Billy has ever seen.
GORE: A Poe Boy Publishing Halloween Anthology
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A trick or treater's sadistic night of fun. A killer's thirst for online celebrity. A group of survivors on the run from the undead. A witch hunt gone terribly wrong. In this collection, explore the twisted, disturbing imagery and delightfully disgusting tales of visionary, up and coming horror writers. Discover the terror of GORE.
A Poe Boy Publishing Halloween Anthology.
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The Beast of Pope Lick Creek: New to Louisville, one teen's desire to fit in leads to a night of terror over on a haunted bridge. Based on the Louisville legend of the same name.
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The Willard Witch Hunt: Finding new moral ground, one Salem constable decides he 's had enough of executing town's folk accused of witchcraft. He soon finds there's only one way off the path he chose.
Beyond the Hallow Grave: Editingle Inide House Anthology
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Children beware, and please give care of things that go bump in the night.
It all seems like fun when you provoke mayhem and run through the graveyard to give one a fright.
Please heed our warning from dusk until morning giving caution to the naive.
Goblins and Ghouls wait on the foolishly brave to pull beyond the hallow grave.
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The Absolute Fury of Hagatha Belfry: In the town of Lilith's Hollow, Halloween is more than an annual holiday, it's a way of life. Mrs. Hagatha Belfry is a witch who has lived in the community for centuries and knows it has seen better days. This witch will do whatever it takes to save her crumbling town, even if it means facing off against a powerful vampire. A horror treat for your Halloween reading.
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Abomination Media has sent the call out to the indie horror community to put together the scariest short stories in the horror genre! We selected 12 authors to tell you the most twisted stories focused around haunted/cursed items. Ranging from a lost painting by Van Gogh to an Oak tree in the deep south.
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The Lost Van Gogh by D.A. Schneider: When a group of art students blackmail a collector into showing them his most rare and mysterious find, the emotions the painting inspires result in a night of horror.
UNBOUND: The Clarion Call vol. 3
Fantastic horizons of liberty and freedom await us-
When we let loose our imaginations to see them. In this third volume of The Clarion Call, fifteen authors weave stories across a myriad of wondrous worlds, sharing visions of heroism, freedom, rebellion, and sacrifice.
In this collection of liberty themed fantasy are tales of: Technology imbued with magic; Mythical beasts of the Air, Earth, and Water; Personal quests and world changing upheaval; Purpose, choice, responsibility, and discovery.
These are the stories of imaginations Unbound.
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The Naglis Uprising by D.A. Schneider: Born and raised into a life of slavery, a group of human/animal hybrids rise up against their oppressor. Their fight for freedom will pit them against a secret weapon with destructive power.