Road To Elysium

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Winner - Book of THe Year 2023 - Onlinebookclub.org

*Contemporary Fiction Winner. 

Road to Elysium won three first place awards in the International BOOKFEST SPRING 2023 contest:

*First Place for Fiction>Historical>Fictional Biography,

*First Place for Fiction>Literary>Coming of Age, and

*First Place for Fiction>YA - Boys & Men.

*Silver Medal for Fiction - Urban - Reader's Favorite writing contest 2023

A heartfelt story of Human interest fiction book

Inspired by a true story.

In the midst of his seemingly perfect life, Ken's world shatters with an unexpected tragedy, leaving him broken and adrift in a sea of painful memories. Gripped by sorrow, he resigns himself to a bleak existence, convinced that happiness will forever elude him.

But fate takes an unexpected turn when a group of neighborhood kids decides to rob Ken's home. This fateful event sets in motion a series of events that will change Ken's life in unimaginable ways. It introduces him to Mykel, a young man, through a truly unconventional encounter. In that pivotal moment, Ken makes a profound choice that alters the course of his life.

As Ken and Mykel's friendship blossoms, Ken begins to see something extraordinary in this young man. Slowly, he shifts his focus away from his own self-pity and towards Mykel's potential. Unbeknownst to him, this momentary decision will have far-reaching consequences, impacting countless lives in ways neither of them could have ever foreseen.

Discover the transformative power of an unexpected friendship in this gripping tale of resilience, redemption, and the profound impact of a single choice. Join Ken and Mykel on their extraordinary journey as they find hope, purpose, and new beginnings in the most unlikely of places.

Also available in audiobook

 ***Award winner in BookFest Spring 2024 - Honorable Mention in Fiction > Literary - Coming of Age, Fiction > Women's - Fiction General***

In this touching tale, meet Kliff, whose life takes an unexpected turn when tragedy strikes, leaving young Dianne orphaned. With a pivotal choice ahead, Kliff steps into the role of surrogate father, and together, they embark on an extraordinary journey.

Facing loss and adversity, Kliff and Dianne navigate the complexities of forming a new family, forging a bond that defies the odds. But healing isn't easy. Dianne, haunted by fear, struggles to accept Kliff's love.

Their poignant journey toward acceptance becomes an exploration of resilience and the transformative power of human connection. And as Christmas approaches, their story reaches a heartwarming climax, capturing the true spirit of the season.

Can Kliff's unwavering support help Dianne embrace the warmth of a loving family?

"Ice Cream Moments: A Journey of Family" is a touching tale of two souls brought together by fate, learning to heal and grow. Join Kliff and Dianne as they discover the strength of family, the beauty of second chances, and the remarkable ability to rebuild their hearts.

This emotional journey is complemented by the melodic contributions of award-winning country artist Ty Herndon. With Dove and Grammy nominations under his belt, Herndon adds depth to this heartwarming tale of love and resilience.

Don't miss "Ice Cream Moments: A Journey of Family." Immerse yourself in a story that celebrates love, resilience, and the enduring power of the human spirit. 

This novel has won three awards in the international Bookfest Spring 2023 Competition; 

• Second place for Fiction > Historical - Mystery 
• Third place for Fiction > Sci-Fi - Action & Adventure 
• Third Place for Fiction > Supernatural - Paranormal & Psychic Phenomenon 

Award-Winning author Kay A. Oliver is launching her new book Grave Disturbances. This series follows an archeologist as she makes discoveries that most cannot comprehend. An awakening mummy leads to a world of secrets. Will the team survive their own discovery or die before they can reveal it to the world? 

"Oliver's latest installment in the award-winning series, Dr. Kaili Worthy Series, is high on both thrills and chills." -Prairie Book Review. "While this volume can be enjoyed as a standalone, readers will benefit from reading the series from the beginning and getting to observe the wonderfully complicated Dr. Kaili's character grow stronger with each book. Fans of fast-paced cozies will have fun."

The is book begins where Disturbed Tombs left off. With their great announcement last year about the ability to communicate with excavated mummy's, Dr. Kaili Worthy, her husband Derek and Dr. Doris Wolf find that their every move is hounded by the press and other archeologists alike, making the stakes are even greater.

Kaili and Doris fly to London to find out why two archeologists are under attack by another spirit. Before leaving on the trip, Selene makes a special request of Kaili. She asks her to hide her mother's tomb, the famous pharaoh Cleopatra, from the world. The stakes are high. Is the plan even possible? How can they even get away with it? Or could they end up buried in the tomb with her? 

What They Are Saying:

 "Oliver's latest installment in the award-winning series, Dr. Kaili Worthy Series, is high on both thrills and chills." -Prairie Book Review   

A Powerful Disturbance – A Dr. Kaili Worthy Novel (#4)

Logline:  An ancient feud. A haunted excavation. A deadly secret. Dr. Kaili Worthy must unravel the past before vengeful spirits claim the living. Will she last?

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When renowned archaeologist Dr. Kaili Worthy is called to a monumental site in Bogotá, Colombia, where she expects to unearth history. What she doesn’t expect is that something sinister is already awaken. The site is plagued by eerie disturbances—unexplained shadows, angry threats, and an overwhelming sense of dread. As the boundary between science and the supernatural blurs, Kaili and her team find themselves ensnared in a mystery unlike any they’ve faced before.

The discovery of two exhumed political leaders, once bitter rivals in life, now locked in an ethereal battle beyond the grave, has unleashed an otherworldly conflict, disturbing the living and shaking the very foundations of reality. As ancient grudges resurface, betrayals emerge, and the past collides violently with the present, Kaili must race to unravel the truth before the warring spirits claim more than just their lost honor.

If she fails, she won’t just lose the excavation—she’ll lose her life.

How would you react if there was a treasure in your backyard? And what if that discovery brings unwanted attention and danger?  

Kristy dreams of buying a ranch are finally realized. When she does, there seems to be an anomaly on her land. With help from her former colleague Cassie and the newly acquainted friend Brandon, they investigate the reason behind the mound in the middle of nowhere. 

The secret they discover in the mound puts their lives at risk.  Danger soon arrives, the challenges they now face will test their trust in each other. 

This action-packed novel will keep you scrolling through the pages without pausing. The author's experience in the Hollywood industry shows she knows how to write a story without any dull moments.

Review: 

A seemingly pastoral tale of aging gracefully and finding long-sought peace, Shooter’s Treasure by Kay A. Oliver soon spirals into a rugged and thrilling love story with a healthy serving of wild west action.