Alexander Novels 
FRISCO, TX
john
writer and poet
I love to write, and I have written in multiple genres over the last few years, including mystery/suspense, children's chapter books, poetry, and most recently a children's picture book. Please browse the list below to find your favorite genre.
Blessings,
John
CHILDREN'S PICTURE BOOKS
It is with great pleasure that I bring to you my first of what I hope will be many picture books.Words That Soar
While on a search for a fresh story to read, I never expected that the encounter with an old book from the bookshop owner would change my world. Join me on this adventure and discover how three special rules help me make sense of the powerful impact of words.
Warning: This adventure may lead to a lifelong fascination with books. Chick here to preview for free
Books available at:
Amazon HardcoverPOETRY
I began my journey into poetry in the spring of 2017. I fell in love with rhying verse. Below is the first of what I pray will be many books of inspirational and uplifting poetry. I consider it a privilege and a blessing to share from the heart in rhyme.
REVIEWS:
I cherish the thought of others who read, relate, and find joy from my words. I am truly grateful when others share their thoughts about my rhymes.
Thank you, Cheryl, for sharing your review of my work on The Book Connection, allowing others to gain insight into the poems in Timeless Tales.Timeless Tales:
a book of poetry, to share tales of inspiration, blessings from the heart, and rhymes that bare his soul. The poems offer comfort and inspiration.
NEW BOOK: Timeless Tales
My journey into poetry began the spring of 2017 in the waiting room of a doctor’s office. I captured the beginning in the first poem of my debut book of poetry to be released August 12th (Hardback, paperback, and eBook).
The Beginning
I sat in the waiting room, sad and alone.
My wife’s life of pain wore me down to the bone.
So many misfortunes came into my life.
Was I doomed to endure all this pressure and strife?
Helpless feelings and hopelessness cut to my soul.
That small child within me I had to console.
Sad times fell like garbage just dumped on my head.
Will this darkness consume me or shape me instead?
A rhyme rose within me, it caused me to smile.
It focused my thoughts, I escaped for a while.
…
The book is now available at:
CHILDREN'S CHAPTER BOOKS
These books are dedicated to my grandchildren and children everywhere. They are our future.
Amber-Autumn Mystery (Book 4)
THE SECRET ROOM
Now Available at
Amazon:
paperback or Kindle
and at
Barnes and Noble
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Amber and Autumn, elementary school sisters, don’t seek out problems to solve, but they often find themselves engaged in uncovering truths, solving mysteries, and helping others in the process. Autumn’s natural curiosity, combined with her boldness, leads her to push for answers to anything she does not understand. Amber, her older sister, more cautious and easily spooked, prefers to let Autumn drive ahead to solve mysteries which come their way, but her keen skills of observation often lead to the resolutions they seek.
During their stay at a Bed and Breakfast in historic Jefferson, Texas, the girls discover a long-forgotten room in the attic. Their quest to uncover its secrets takes the girls on a journey through Jefferson history, including a cemetery, a river boat tour, and an evening ghost walk.
Amber-Autumn Mystery (Books 1 - 3 Illustrated)
Now available are illustrated editions of the first three books in the Amber-Autumn Mystery series. These books showcase illustrations by the Middle School art department of Legacy Christian Academy. The students did an outstanding job. It was a pleasure to meet the students, see their work, and provide an opportunity for the students to share their work in the books.
Golden Campout Illustrated (Book 3)
In this third chapter book Amber and Autumn enjoy a spring break campout on a farm. Intrigued by the host couple's stories of a bank robber's hidden gold and ghost sightings, the girls explore the attic and follow leads provided by the farmer. Find out what they discover with the help of Charlie Brown, their King Charles Cavalier Spaniel.
The illustratd edition of Golden Campout Illustrated is now available at
Amazon
Barnes and Noble
Grandfather's Blessing Illustrated (Book 2)
In this second chapter book Amber and Autumn go to an estate sale in an old home and discover a secret room in the library. They purchase an ornate chest they find in the room and later uncover its hidden mysteries that lead them on an adventure they won't soon forget.
The illustrated edition of Grandfather's Blessing Illustrated is now available at
Amazon
Barnes and Noble
Christmas Garden Illustrated (Book 1)
In this first in a series debut chapter book, elementary school sisters Amber and Autumn investigate wild rumors of a witch in a haunted house. Enjoy their exploits as they discover the truth and bring the whole town together in the process. This illustrated edition of Christmas Garden Illustrated is now available at
Amazon
Barnes and Noble
NOVELS
Description
Enter Jason's world changed forever by a single misplaced keystroke. Amidst the intrigue of a research firm with rather unusual recruiting practices, secret governmental agencies, a revengeful criminal targeting Congressional representatives, and a new relationship with Liz, head of engineering, his simple life transforms into a fast-paced journey of mystery and conspiracy.
FRISCO, TX
john