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The Ghostwriter

For years The Ghostwriter had been taken advantage of by the publishing industry, his brilliance reaching the heights of bestseller status while another took the credit. One day as he strolls the aisles of a book store he comes across one of his masterpieces, the impact it has on his soul causing it to break, mended with a determination to bring about justice. This short story also serves as a tie-in to Riker's Calling, an intense Crime Thriller now available on Amazon!

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The Jeremy Riker Gritty Crime Thriller Series

“Riker’s Calling is an intense thrill ride that grabs you in from page one and won’t let go until the very end. This gritty tale of a young police explorer who gets injured while on a ride along and then becomes entangled within a methodical serial killer’s web of darkness is powerful;, shocking, and clever. Move over Bourne, Reacher, Wick. The Crime Thriller world has a new badass, and his name is Riker. Riker’s Calling. I highly recommend it!”
- Frank Whaley
Actor - Pulp Fiction, Field of Dreams

"There’s a terrific tale here and some damn fine writing. Buy RIKER’S CALLING and read it right now. You can thank me later.”
- Jake Needham
International Thriller Writers nominee for Best eBook of 2021

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“Riker’s Calling exceeded my expectations in ways I didn’t think possible. The plot’s twists and turns made it truly impossible to put down. It had me guessing what was going to happen next, and then left me speechless.”
‍- Common Book Sense

“This fast paced narrative had me engaged from start to finish! Lamoreaux effortlessly manages to capture the feel of a gritty crime ridden Los Angeles while establishing a suspenseful game of cat and mouse. I'm all in on this series!”
- Brendan Slocumb
Author of The Violin Conspiracy

"There’s a terrific tale here and some damn fine writing. Buy RIKER’S CALLING and read it right now. You can thank me later.”
- Jake Needham
International Thriller Writers nominee for Best eBook of 2021
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“Riker’s Calling is an intense thrill ride that grabs you in from page one and won’t let go until the very end. This gritty tale of a young police explorer who gets injured while on a ride along and then becomes entangled within a methodical serial killer’s web of darkness is powerful;, shocking, and clever. Move over Bourne, Reacher, Wick. The Crime Thriller world has a new badass, and his name is Riker. Riker’s Calling. I highly recommend it!”
- Frank Whaley
Actor - Pulp Fiction, Field of Dreams

“Riker’s Calling exceeded my expectations in ways I didn’t think possible. The plot’s twists and turns made it truly impossible to put down. It had me guessing what was going to happen next, and then left me speechless.”
‍- Common Book Sense

“This fast paced narrative had me engaged from start to finish! Lamoreaux effortlessly manages to capture the feel of a gritty crime ridden Los Angeles while establishing a suspenseful game of cat and mouse. I'm all in on this series!”
- Brendan Slocumb
Author of The Violin Conspiracy

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The Literary Game

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The Ghostwriter

For years The Ghostwriter had been taken advantage of by the publishing industry, his brilliance reaching the heights of bestseller status while another took the credit. One day as he strolls the aisles of a book store he comes across one of his masterpieces, the impact it has on his soul causing it to break, mended with a determination to bring about justice. This short story also serves as a tie-in to Riker's Calling, an intense Crime Thriller now available on Amazon!

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Riker's Calling

“Riker’s Calling exceeded my expectations in ways I didn’t think possible. The plot’s twists and turns made it truly impossible to put down. It had me guessing what was going to happen next, and then left me speechless.”
‍- Common Book Sense

“This fast paced narrative had me engaged from start to finish! Lamoreaux effortlessly manages to capture the feel of a gritty crime ridden Los Angeles while establishing a suspenseful game of cat and mouse. I'm all in on this series!”
- Brendan Slocumb
Author of The Violin Conspiracy

"There’s a terrific tale here and some damn fine writing. Buy RIKER’S CALLING and read it right now. You can thank me later.”
- Jake Needham, International Thriller Writers nominee for Best eBook of 2021

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Aunt Mama

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"This prequel is interesting and scary! Wonderfully scary!! Recommended for any horror fan. It is a short story that you don't want to read at night."
‍- Laura Furuta

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The Mirrored Staircase

"Rico Lamoureux has a unique voice and a gift for finding what scares an audience. The book is frightening, sexy, and deals with the concept of legends and the truth that lay within them. A horror gem."

-Arjay Lewis
Multi award-winning Horror writer

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How Tinsel Came To Be

In the spirit of A Visit from St. Nicolas ('Twas the Night Before Christmas) comes How Tinsel Came To Be. An imaginative tale of a young boy who sets out to make the beloved Christmas tree even more special.

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Baby & The Purposeful Firefly

In this imaginative picture book which helps children understand the joyous occasion of a gender reveal as well as encouraging the development and nurturing of creativity, a baby still in Mommy's belly teams up with a purposeful firefly to share with the world its name and gender.

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Power of the Pen

There's no greater fuel for a pen than life experience, creativity, and a love for storytelling. A fact which led Rico Lamoureux to the realization that he was destined to become an author. From a childhood of abuse and poverty to overcoming life-altering health conditions. From being trained in an ancient martial art to finding his soul mate. With an artistic heart and an ambitious spirit, this diverse journey Rico takes the reader on is indeed an intriguing and unforgettable one! (Includes nearly 100 color photos.)

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Enduring Thoughts

FREE companion e-book to Enduring Whispers, Enduring Thoughts explores the inspirations behind the stories of the anthology. In addition, twenty-four more stories are shared in this partner to the above literary work. Exclusive and free through Versatile Storyteller Books. To be released soon. Sign up here, and we'll send you an email as soon as it's available for free download!

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The Maiden of Monaco

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Elsa's Gift

Coming from a life of poverty and hardship, only one could be chosen from Elsa’s family to receive a proper education. Now armed with a college degree she sets out to provide a better life for her loved ones by leaving her native country of the Philippines for opportunity abroad. But soon Elsa is faced with adversity she could never have imagined, and it will take every ounce of inner strength she has to overcome.

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Enduring Whispers

Seventy short stories varying in length and tone, this multi-faceted anthology reflects much of life as it provokes thought, stirs emotions, and offers a path to better understanding the human condition.

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Erotic Substance

Another exploration into the human condition, this one being in the form of human sexuality through four novellas and one short story. Some powerfully dramatic, others enticingly sensual. All tastefully erotic.

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