Tales of Courage and Inspiration in
The Heat of the Moment
Inspired by the heroes of the 2007 San Diego Wildfires
The Heat of the Moment
Inspired by the heroes of the 2007 San Diego Wildfires
In a world filled with disasters and catastrophes, there always remains hope. In The Heat of the Moment, twenty-one authors came together with a showcase of short fiction.
Committed to aiding those who lost so much in the blink of an eye, we proudly offer this tribute to the true heroes of the San Diego wildfires, the survivors. We invite you to wear your own red ribbon in honor of their extraordinary "Courage and Inspiration."
Proceeds from the sale of this book will offer aid to those heroes through the support of the "Fire Safe Council of San Diego County."
Sam Morton
Moving On
A moving tribute to the Charleston Nine.
Amy Alessio
Treasures
A young mother discovers an unlikely secret after a fire.
Regan Black
From the Ashes
Jaden Michaels' relives her past in the great Chicago Fire history.
Carl Brookins
Firestorm
Flames of deception blow through the prairies of Minnesota.
Austin Camacho
Smoke and Mirrors
Hannibal Jones uncovers treachery from within the ashes.
Anne Carter
Angel of the Morning
Love reaches from beyond the grave to save a young widow and her son.
Norm Cowie
The 'Really Hot' Adventures of Guy:
Guy's life is one big party until destruction sparks too close to home.
Janelle Dakota
Devil's Breath
A struggling blended family finds a connection in the grasp of raging chaos.
JMG DeMarco
Scars
Scarred by fire, Elena seeks vengeance as a way to heal.
Robert Goldsborough
A Blaze in the Night
Snap Malek isn't looking to be a hero, but no one is going to die on his beat.
Kevin Helmold
A World Left Behind
Reality leaves its mark on a young boy's life when he looks into the flames.
C. Hyytinen
Where There's Smoke…
Maria Sanchez fears she's losing her son, but she won't let fire be the captor.
Heather S. Ingemar
Firedreams
When a truly hot stranger walks into Iri's life, it could mean the end for her.
Margot Justes
A Gallery in Chicago
Minola Grey is ready for a change, could a handsome fireman make it happen?
Alyssa Montgomery
9:53 P.M.
Melanie's house has a past, can it take the heat? Or will history repeat itself?
Kelle Z. Riley
Tinder House
Dreams turn to ash and memories to smoke, but can love survive when all else is lost?
Jeff Sherratt
A Slight Detour
Just looking for one big score, Johnny's life doesn't end up the way he plans.
Jackie Sylvan
Cait Sidhe
Trapped in a blazing inferno, Jessie searches for an elusive savior.
Dana Taylor
Meltdown
A mother's faith is reborn when her life goes up in flames.
Christine Verstraete
Fire and Magic
Sam's mom is in big trouble and even magic might not be able to save them.
Marc Vun Kannon
Bite Deep
It isn't blood that burns in his veins.
Moving On
A moving tribute to the Charleston Nine.
Amy Alessio
Treasures
A young mother discovers an unlikely secret after a fire.
Regan Black
From the Ashes
Jaden Michaels' relives her past in the great Chicago Fire history.
Carl Brookins
Firestorm
Flames of deception blow through the prairies of Minnesota.
Austin Camacho
Smoke and Mirrors
Hannibal Jones uncovers treachery from within the ashes.
Anne Carter
Angel of the Morning
Love reaches from beyond the grave to save a young widow and her son.
Norm Cowie
The 'Really Hot' Adventures of Guy:
Guy's life is one big party until destruction sparks too close to home.
Janelle Dakota
Devil's Breath
A struggling blended family finds a connection in the grasp of raging chaos.
JMG DeMarco
Scars
Scarred by fire, Elena seeks vengeance as a way to heal.
Robert Goldsborough
A Blaze in the Night
Snap Malek isn't looking to be a hero, but no one is going to die on his beat.
Kevin Helmold
A World Left Behind
Reality leaves its mark on a young boy's life when he looks into the flames.
C. Hyytinen
Where There's Smoke…
Maria Sanchez fears she's losing her son, but she won't let fire be the captor.
Heather S. Ingemar
Firedreams
When a truly hot stranger walks into Iri's life, it could mean the end for her.
Margot Justes
A Gallery in Chicago
Minola Grey is ready for a change, could a handsome fireman make it happen?
Alyssa Montgomery
9:53 P.M.
Melanie's house has a past, can it take the heat? Or will history repeat itself?
Kelle Z. Riley
Tinder House
Dreams turn to ash and memories to smoke, but can love survive when all else is lost?
Jeff Sherratt
A Slight Detour
Just looking for one big score, Johnny's life doesn't end up the way he plans.
Jackie Sylvan
Cait Sidhe
Trapped in a blazing inferno, Jessie searches for an elusive savior.
Dana Taylor
Meltdown
A mother's faith is reborn when her life goes up in flames.
Christine Verstraete
Fire and Magic
Sam's mom is in big trouble and even magic might not be able to save them.
Marc Vun Kannon
Bite Deep
It isn't blood that burns in his veins.
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ISBN: 978-1-59080-596-1
288 pages
5 x 8 Perfect Binding
$14.99 US $21.99 CAN
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What a touching post, Karen. I believe you are indeed a star.
This is very sweet, indeed...
Jeff is sure a sweetie, and you deserve that star, Karen!
Good for you, Karen. Keep up the great work, and I wish you much success with Echelon.
Bob Sanchez
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Your star reminds me of one of my favorite scenes in recent movies. It's when LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE is crying the day before her contest, asking her grandfather if she is a "loser." He explains that the only "losers" are people who are too afraid to try. You're a person not afraid to try and that helps all of us.
Thanks.
Sometimes the little things can mean a lot. Kudos to Jeff for making you feel good.
Morgan Mandel
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The nice thing is how you help everyone else shine. :>)
I knew you were a star long before I met you. I knew you were someone I wanted to know and emulate. My life is better for knowing you.
Hi Karen,
Great post! And I'll send up a general cheer from my corner for all independent publishers. What a lot of work, I can hardly imagine. But if not for folks like you, think of all the wonderful stories that would go untold...
You certain deserve that star and more!
"It may be insane to live in a dream but it's madness to live without one!"
You make dreams come true! I am forever grateful.
"Ditto" what Luisa said! I'm living my dream.
And, without a doubt, you and Jeff are indeed stars.