An Upside Down Prayer

An Upside Down Prayer

A Prayer of Cyrus Brown “The proper way for a man to pray” said Deacon Lemuel Keyes, “and the only proper attitude is down upon his knees.” “Nay, I should say the way to pray,” said Reverend Dr. Wise “is standing straight with outstretched arms and rapt and upturned eyes.” “Oh, no, no, no.” said […]

Head Down in a Well

Head Down in a Well

My publisher,Duke Pennell, sent me the audio version of Best Left Buried. I’m to listen and give him my opinion. It’s exciting to hear Michelle Babb’s voice, as Darcy, read the first chapter. Darcy Campbell and Cub Dabbins are investigating a mysterious package lying on a ledge deep inside an old, hand-dug well. As Darcy leans over […]

What Was on the Old Well?

What Was on the Old Well?

Gray, lowering skies this morning. Everything is still, waiting. Waiting for what? April showers? Spring thunderstorms? Another time, another place, Ned McNeil is waiting too. She’s waiting for deputy Gerald Mills to show up. You see, it is on a morning like this…well, not exactly like this, but it is April. However, the morning is […]