Short Stories And essays
"Horse Play"
When the manager of an apartment complex worries that a serial killer is loose on the property, he calls on Kique Arellano, Andy Veracruz’s usual sidekick, to investigate the suspicious circumstances.
"Right Turn to Tucson"
When two sisters hitch a ride to Tucson, the journey nearly turns deadly, but they come to love Southern Arizona thanks to their harrowing ride.
"Nightshift"
Rachel helps Kique take care of his sister Meli after she suffers an attack from her husband. Then they take care of something else.
"Slow Learner"
Smokey and Bandit tricked me for weeks, but I finally caught onto their shenanigans!
"Bouzouki Magic"
After I spent a night at a taverna listening to a bouzouki band, I fell in love with Greece, her language, and her beautiful melodies.