In Kindle and Audiobook editions comes A Trophy Life by Robert E. Kearns When Allister, a retired Englishman with a penchant for routine, sets out for a morning walk with his spirited dog Digger, he expects nothing more than the usual jaunt through familiar lanes. But a glint of silver on a garden wall changes everything. A discarded golf trophy, etched with the names of forgotten champions, sparks an unexpected obsession, drawing him into the enigmatic life of Edward McEvoy,

Spitz - A Short Story from Robert E. Kearns in Kindle and audiobook editions At secondary school in 1980s Dublin, a narrator recounts the story of his friend, Benny Breen who is terrorized by the vice principal known as Spitz. Over five years, about the halls and classrooms, Benny is made to trail the tyrant with unfettered power. He's subjected to humiliation and put-downs. When at last Benny reveals the true extent of the happenings, his confidante is so disturbed, he concl

From Robert E. Kearns comes Lost and Found Liam Dunne, while on an evening walk, stumbles across something he shouldn't have. This sets into motion a train of events that leaves him with missing time, memory loss and incessant nightmares. In Washington D.C., Lester Stevens, who accepted a position with a secret department inside the Pentagon, surfaces after a month telling his old boss he has no memory of where he was or what he was doing. The same as with Liam Dunne in Irela

In Kindle and Audiobook editions - Hammer 26 by Robert E. Kearns In the chilling psychological thriller Hammer 26, delve into the twisted mind of Alfie Birchall (Budgie), a man whose fascination with death transforms into a sinister obsession. From a young age, Budgie finds solace in funereal rituals, captivated by the reverence and camaraderie they inspire. But beneath his polished exterior lies a dark secret - a compulsion to orchestrate his own macabre ceremonies, each mar

New Title from Robert E. Kearns - A Trip For Business In Ireland's cutthroat corporate landscape of late 1980s, Bill McQuarrie, a young man trapped in a dead-end job, is thrust against his will into another company. Hoping at least or a fresh start, he instead encounters Desmond Farley, a cold and calculating manager whose disdain chills the air. As Farley’s subtle tyranny and manipulative tactics erode McQuarrie’s spirit, a vivid nightmare of a lion-filled arena mirrors his

From Robert E. Kearns, comes A Telling Story: Orla lives a carefree and contented existence. She enjoys visiting the library and taking strolls around town. She talks to herself and laughs aloud at whatever she finds humorous. As well, she likes to write; her stories a mashup of song lyrics and film plots the narrator finds most entertaining. Sometimes, Orla comes up with the idea for a play, and these, she takes to theatres all over Dublin. The staff in every establishment h

Readers' Favorite has awarded Let No Man Tear Asunder a Five Star review Reviewed by Chad Richins for Readers' Favorite Let No Man Tear Asunder by Robert E. Kearns is a captivating story filled with deception, revenge, and the complex interplay of human relationships. At its center is Ash "Sweet" Afton, a charming yet self-centered man whose charisma conceals a dangerous narcissism. When his wife, Heidi, tired of years of betrayal, decides to take control, the narrative shift

Five Star Review for The Reclusive Life of Rita Reilly Reviewed by Gabriella Harrison for Readers' Favorite In 1925, Rita Reilly was born to a middle-class Irish family and grew up in a sheltered home with lots of love. Her family is well-off financially, owning a booming grocery and newsagent store with their living quarters above. When her family travels to Wicklow for Mrs. Reilly’s mother’s funeral, they leave Rita behind, with much hesitation, after she successfully convi

Readers' Favorite awards The Tan Yards a Five Star editorial review: Reviewed by Chad Richins for Readers' Favorite The Tan Yards by Robert E. Kearns is a captivating story set in 1980s Dublin, focusing on a group of teenagers, a part of the community who meet up for their annual Halloween bonfire at a spot called the Tan Yards. They usually gather at this spot throughout October from 4 pm till late evening. The main character, Keano, and his friends look forward to this trad

Reviewed by Jennifer Senick for Readers' Favorite Slax by Robert E. Kearns is set in a secondary school in north Dublin during the mid-1980s. The story unfolds among a group of students who find their Wednesday half-days filled with both spirited minor rebelling and companionship, especially after starting an informal film club. Slax, the narrator's friend, is famous for always being in trouble but is never portrayed as outright malicious. While this institution is notorious