New short story: Spitz by Robert E. Kearns 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 concludes there remains available but o

From Robert E. Kearns comes, The Black Cap of Darlene Nightingale Now with a Five Star review from Readers' Favorite In the rugged heartland of old Texas, the township of Clover thrives on luck and laissez-faire, where the Brazos River creates dreams and disputes alike. When the beloved, booze-soaked Sheriff 'Old Ned' meets his demise, the town faces a crisis: who will uphold justice in a place that loathes taxes and loves its freedom? Enter Darlene Nightingale, a sharp-witte

From Amazon in paperback and kindle editions - Words of a Feather A beautiful collection of short stories and poems from master story teller, Robert E. Kearns Other titles from the author include, Ossuary, Embers, A Donnybrook Affair, Carnivore, Freedom is For the Few, Lost and Found and may more.

New From Robert E. Kearns - Carnivore Now with Five Stars from Readers' Favorite Bryce Ditloc is the President and CEO of Ditloc Pharmaceuticals, a business headquartered in Houston. The economy is in deep recession and throughout the country unemployment is rife. In his sales department, Ditloc creates a vacancy and invites applicants from all over. Many apply for what appears a wonderful opportunity. What they don't know is that Bryce Ditloc is a conniving, manipulative psy

New to Kindle and Audiobook- A Ghost for The Holy by Robert E. Kearns Now with Five Stars from Readers' Favorite Beneath the dew-covered fields of Ireland’s sunniest county lies Cloisters, an ancient seminary built from the ruins of a cursed abbey. Here, eighteen-year-old Fergal Kane arrives to train as a priest. But the hallowed halls of this former monastery, scarred by the blood of slain monks and defiled by other nefarious activities, harbor secrets that whisper in the sh

New Title from Robert E. Kearns - Thou Shalt Not Covet In Kindle and Audiobook editions. On the frost-kissed streets of Waterford in winter, Reggie Power, a reserved accountant plagued by arthritis and a history of romantic failures, finds his heart ensnared by the enchanting Delilah Phelan. Her radiant beauty and effortless charm awaken a longing he thought had long since departed. But the captivating Delilah is married, and Reggie’s growing obsession threatens to unravel hi

A Midnight Call to Monto now has a Five Star review from Readers' Favorite Link to full review here: https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/a-midnight-call-to-monto I love the way Robert E. Kearns writes and his style of writing. His short stories are the best because he is able to encapsulate the lives of his characters in the minimum number of pages and ensure that the reader gets the best reading experience out of it. This is perhaps my favorite story by Kearns and this

Readers' Favorite today awarded my short story 'A Place of Rest' a Five Star editorial review: https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/a-place-of-rest "Robert E. Kearns is a brilliant writer and he has a gift for writing some of the best short stories I have ever read. He has a way with words that will transport you into the story with the characters and make you live their lives. Even with a limited number of pages, Kearns was able to convey something very special about Tu

Readers' Favorite review of The Imposters of Badington Bay Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite The Imposters of Badington Bay by Robert E. Kearns is a short yet very entertaining story. My literature professor used to say that the perfect short story is like a slice of life; no matter how you look at it, it’s complete and concise. This story is a perfect example. The story flows at a pace that keeps the plot going; my interest was built the moment Mr. Chelmsford w

I'm delighted to announce that Readers' Favorite has awarded The Pastor of Rush Springs a Five Star review. Reviewed by Kimberlee J Benart for Readers' Favorite The Pastor of Rush Springs is a short story by Robert E. Kearns. In a small rural town on a hot July day, some time after neon lights have become popular but before air conditioning is widely available, a newly arrived preacher holds an adoring congregation enthralled. The pastor’s “fire and brimstone” sermon is made