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Text, photographs, and artwork copyright © 2007-2008 by Marta Stephens
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Marta Stephens
Author of the Sam Harper Crime Mysteries
Published by BeWrite Books (UK)
Author Bio:
Marta Stephens has lived in the
Midwest since the age of four. She’s married and the couple has a
daughter and son both in college. During the day she’s an HR
programs coordination at a state university, but at night and on
weekends, she writes crime.
Stephens has been writing since 2003
and launched the first novel in my Sam Harper Crime Mystery series,
“Silenced Cry” in 2007. The
second book in the series, “The Devil Can Wait” was released in
2008.
Recognition of her works include,
honorable mention at the 2008 New York Book Festival for “Silenced
Cry.” “The Devil Can Wait”, was selected as one of the bronze
medal winners of the 2009 Independent Publishers Book Award (IPPY)
in the mystery/suspense/thriller category. Both books ranked in the
top ten in the Preditors & Editors Reader Poll.
Stephens has a Bachelor of Arts
degree in Journalism/Public Relations from Ball State University
(IN). She is a member of Sisters in Crime International and the
Midwest Writer's Workshop. In addition to writing, she also enjoys
time with the family, oil paintings, gardening, the family’s pet
Boston Bull, mini Daschunds, and long chats with my friends.
Novels:
The Devil Can Wait - Recipient
of the 2009 Bronze Independent Publishers Book Award (IPPY)
A Sam Harper Crime Mystery Series
BeWrite Books (UK), November 2, 2008
Paperback: ISBN: 978-1-905202-87-4
E-book format available through Smashwords
Pages: 316
Review Quotes: (The Devil Can Wait)
" ... (Stephens) has woven intriguing subplots with a love entanglement that thrusts the story forward to its climatic end. The sexual tension between Harper and reporter Jennie Blake is natural and sublime - adding icing to this already delectable confection of supernatural elements, grisly murders, and the stoic talent and courage of one very likeable cop. Don't take my word for it - buy it and read it today." Aaron Paul Lazar
Silenced Cry - Honorary
Mention at the 2008 New York Book Festival
A Sam Harper Crime Mystery Series
BeWrite Books (UK), April 2007
Paperback: ISBN: 978-1-905202-72-0
E-book format available through Smashwords
Pages: 279
Silenced Cry Book
Trailer: 
Silenced Cry
Review Quotes: (Silenced Cry)
“... There is a neat new group of mystery authors emerging, and Marta Stephens is smack dab in the middle of them. Do yourself a favor and get on board this train. This is an amazing debut from a rising mystery star.” Thomas Fortenberry
“… Tight suspense, perfectly chosen verbs, natural and innovative beats, and authentic dialog propel this work to a level far beyond those works commonly found on the best sellers list. Stephens’ writing soars with focused intensity …” Midwest Book Reviews
“… First in a planned series, let’s hope those plans materialize. Recommended.” Bookbitch Review
“Marta Stephens is a
master crime novelist. She knows how to spin a complex, credible,
action-packed and gripping story with plot, subplot and more
subplot. Every page crackles with intrigue, questions, and clues! …
a superb crime
novel!” Crystal Reviews
“Silenced Cry is an intense, fast-paced read that you will quickly devour.” Muncie Public Library
“Silenced Cry is a convoluted and complex story that demonstrates a vivid imaginative gift on the part of author Marta Stephens. It is common to speak of a mystery as being complex and possessing numerous plot twists and turns; but rare to find a novel quite as complex as this one. Truly, Stephens delivers a winner of high promise in Silenced Cry, a story whose truths will linger long in the mind.” Euro-Reviews
“If you are looking for a novel ripe with twists and turns and intricate interweaving of plots, Silenced Cry is a novel for you. This is a classic detective story that is detailed, intricate, and full of surprises.” Armchair Interviews
“… Fast paced and full of more twists and turns than a new rollercoaster … I now have a new favorite ride.” Jake George, Senior Editor, Virtual Tales. Author of Grandfather’s Song and A New Dawn
Blogs:
http://mstephens-musings.blogspot.com
http://www.murderby4.blogspot.com