Futan Vice: The Trouble On Drabble

Futan Vice: The Trouble On Drabble
Author: Desmond Shepherd
Publisher: Benjamin C. Young
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2012-12-30
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Tucked away in a remote corner in the basement of a large building, a man from Earth examines traffic patterns. This man’s name is Matt Cotter. He likes to be left alone. He likes his job. And he definitely likes being on his home planet. But Matt Cotter can’t control everything he likes. For instance, maybe a being from another planet (an intelligent one at that (intelligent being not an intelligent planet)) visits Matt at work and invites him to a planet called Drabble. And maybe, just maybe, that being wants Matt Cotter to help him solve a crime that hasn’t happened yet. Why would this being want that? Because Matt Cotter is so good at solving traffic problems by seeing patterns, he must be able to do the same with pre-crime. Can Matt Cotter solve the case? There’s one way to know if he does. Think about it … almost there. Yes! … That’s how to find out! Inspired by such classics as Doctor Who and The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Desmond Shepherd delivers a story mixed with science fiction, mystery, and a little—make that a lot—of humor that solidifies him as one of the most mysterious, humorous, and science fictionous writers around.

Imaginary Me

Imaginary Me
Author: Desmond Shepherd
Publisher: Benjamin C Young
Total Pages: 220
Release: 2013-03-06
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Sometimes imagination is more than fun. Sometimes it's a protection. For young Samantha Pruitt, her imagination takes her on great adventures that mask the reality of the life she lives with an abusive stepmother. Samantha wishes she could find a new home; a new family that will love and care for her. When she learns of a group called the SoSo Servers that might be able to help, she sets out on a quest to find them. But doing so means Samantha must find a courage deep within herself and overcome the blurred lines of reality and imagination. Can she succeed? This emotional, heartbreaking, and inspirational tale will show you how imagination can help overcome the most insurmountable obstacles.

Something is Amiss on Planet Earth

Something is Amiss on Planet Earth
Author: Desmond Shepherd
Publisher: Benjamin C. Young
Total Pages: 185
Release: 2023-11-23
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

First came the meteor. Then came the murder. Leon Dweller's life is in shambles. His wife left him, he drinks too much, and his career as a private detective has met a dead end. Late one night, Leon witnesses a strange meteor. Unlike the usual passing spark in the sky, this one moves slowly, methodically, and finally disappears. He wonders what it could be. That same night, a gruesome murder happens in town. An unlikely person asks Leon to find the killer. Reluctantly obligated, he agrees to do it. Convinced that the meteor and the murder are connected, Leon's investigation leads him to unexpected answers. Solving the case is one matter. Learning the implications of his role in it could impact all of humanity is quite another. Will he be able to follow through on the consequences of what he discovers? Combining the suspense of a murder mystery and the intrigue of sci-fi with some humor for good measure, this novel by the author of Imaginary Me unveils a puzzle of a story that ends nowhere near where it begins.

Fram Gage: The Holographic Man

Fram Gage: The Holographic Man
Author: Desmond Shepherd
Publisher: Benjamin C. Young
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2020-09-08
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN:

The final showdown has arrived for... The Holographic Man! After thwarting an attempt to destroy his relationship with his best friends Lanker, Bagger, and Tia, Fram Gage learns they can have something they all thought they’d lost. Their parents! But before they can reunite, The Holographic Man has other plans for them. He’s trapped them within the confines of a holographic world where their forgotten pasts are revealed. What they learn affects them in ways they never imagined possible. They must overcome adversity, heartbreaking revelations, and painful truths in their determination to put an end to the Holographic Man, escape, and ultimately find their parents. Will they succeed?

Fram Gage: The Three Adversaries

Fram Gage: The Three Adversaries
Author: Desmond Shepherd
Publisher: Benjamin C. Young
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2012-06-29
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN:

A battle for friendship ensues between... The Three Adversaries! Three years after the tragedy in The Ability Chamber that left him in a coma, Fram Gage wakes up in Biality Orphanage. Not only has he changed physically, but his friends have changed in more ways than he can count. He wants life to return to normal. But a sudden accident in the orphanage ruins that hope and leaves him alone. On top of that, three people emerge with special abilities, and they want to capture him. Fram discovers these adversaries are the key to solving his problems. Using his Infnite ability, he’s determined to stop them and gain back those he lost. Desmond Shepherd continues the Fram Gage series as he explores issues of loyalty, regret, and trust all while entertaining with a fast paced story that all ages can enjoy.

Fram Gage - Limited Series Edition

Fram Gage - Limited Series Edition
Author: Desmond Shepherd
Publisher: Benjamin C. Young
Total Pages: 676
Release: 2023-05-30
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN:

Every hero must accept his past... Every hero must protect those he loves... Without memories of his life before arriving at Biality Orphanage or competing in the holographic room called The Ability Chamber, Fram Gage is determined to uncover the secrets of his origin. Meanwhile... Someone or something at Biality Orphanage wants to use Fram's Infinite ability for their selfish purpose. Attempting to stop them will lead Fram down a path of discovery that might be more than he can handle. Will Fram be able to stop the menace and come to terms with what he learns about himself? This action-packed adventure will take you on a thrilling ride that will show how important friendship and family are for everyone. Includes three novels! The Infinite Ability The Three Adversaries The Holographic Man

The Permanent Man - The Complete First Season

The Permanent Man - The Complete First Season
Author: Desmond Shepherd
Publisher: Benjamin C Young
Total Pages: 567
Release: 2014-04-04
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

From Desmond Shepherd, author of Imaginary Me, comes the breakthrough adventure told in a serialized format. Private Investigator Patrick Hold’s life is turned upside down when a secret agency claims he is someone called the Permanent Man—a man incapable of dying. Fearful of what they want with him, Patrick attempts to escape, only to find himself catapulted back in time. With a pregnant wife waiting for him in the future, Patrick is determined to find his way home, even though all hope seems lost. From the exciting first episode to the action-packed finale, relive every detail of the first season of The Permanent Man. With all 12 episodes of the season and bonus commentary from the author that takes you behind the scenes of each episode, The Permanent Man - The Complete First Season is a real find.

Fram Gage: The Infinite Ability

Fram Gage: The Infinite Ability
Author: Desmond Shepherd
Publisher: Benjamin C. Young
Total Pages: 259
Release: 2011-11-22
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN:

A competition of broken rules requires... The Infinite Ability! Fram Gage has lived at Biality Orphanage for six months, remembering nothing about his past before arriving there. the orphanage has provided for his needs, such as food, shelter, and even a couple of good friends. Fram also enjoys a chance to go inside The Ability Chamber: a room used for physical competitions that gives competitors the chance to try out Super Strength, Wall Climbing, and other abilities. Whether winning or losing, being in The Ability Chamber makes him feel like he is in control of his life and his present situation. Competitions in The Ability Chamber are usually safe. But when Fram, his close friends, and an outsider are called upon to race, rules within The Ability Chamber change. As the four children compete, their situation becomes dangerous, and only Fram has the ability to help them reach the end safely. Will he be able to protect them?

To Laugh For

To Laugh For
Author: Desmond Shepherd
Publisher: Benjamin C. Young
Total Pages: 169
Release: 2024-06-04
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

From the author of Imaginary Me and SIAOPE comes a book that asks the question: What if there was a world without humor? Meet Jerry Stinson. He's an accountant. He has a roommate named Carl. Carl doesn't work. Jerry does. Until suddenly Jerry doesn't. Then Jerry discovers something unexpected. Unexpected with consequences. His brain tells him to say words that when spoken cause others to react in a never-before-seen way. It's something Jerry can't put a name to because his world has never experienced it before: humor, jokes, laughter. The words cause great joyfulness but also cause great harm. Now Jerry is worried. Does he share what he's discovered with others? Or keep it to himself? Bottle it up? Or pour it out? Whatever he decides will have a lasting impact on the future of his world. The latest book from Desmond Shepherd explores the importance of humor in society and emphasizes that we all have something in life to laugh for.

Margaret Drabble

Margaret Drabble
Author: Glenda Leeming
Publisher: Liverpool University Press
Total Pages: 152
Release: 2006
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN:

An insightful and enlightening study of Margaret Drabble's work from the early 1960s to the present day, emphasizing her skill in structuring, narrating and mediating her plot material.