The reward of a thing well done ...

I am very proud to announce my piece, "The Milkshake Story," has been named a finalist for the 2013 Darrell Award for Best Short Story. My deep appreciation goes to the jury for the honor of this recognition. "The Milkshake Story" can be found in the Sky-Tinted Waters anthology published by Sam's Dot Publishing.

Congratulations to my fellow finalists Steve Bradshaw, Duane P. Craig, C.C. Finlay, Jonathan Janz, Robert J. Krog, Steven Shrewsbury, Rachel M. Taylor and Frank Tuttle.

The Darrell Awards Banquet will Saturday, March 23, 2013 at the East Memphis Hilton as a part of MidSouthCon 31. Hope to see you there!