Janet

Music I like to listen to while writing. Enjoy.
I write books. I love art. Plus, I truly enjoy curling up with some good reading material and a warm cup of whatever on a cool night. Cool nights don't happen often here in Florida, so I enjoy them whenever I can.
I like people who aren't afraid to express what they think. I do it through my realistic horror/thriller novel, my "futuristic history" novels (aka: sci-fi), my blogs, my ramblings, yada, yada, yada. It doesn't matter...just join in and say what you think. To me, that's what makes the world go round. (the line from a song: you make me go rights round, baby, rights round, like a record, baby, rights round, round, round...starts repeating in my brain)
I enjoy talking with people, but, every so often I have to have some quiet time. Either that, or I'm deep into the process of creating a book, or designing a cover, or editing, or promoting, or...stuff. I do pop in and out of here a lot. Hey, I need breaks from all that work. (grin) It might be for a moment, or a few hours. Depends. Feel free to chat if you see me on.
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After
Fiction-Science Fiction/Adventure
Whimsical Publications, LLC/paperback, 308 pages
April 2007
$14.95
ISBN-10: 0-9787738-1-0
ISBN-13: 978-0-9787738-1-6
A Journey of Twins Novel
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After is a science fiction novel depicting what the world could be like if we're not careful.
A virus created by the government for germ warfare escapes and runs rampid, wiping out a large percentage of the Earth's population. Out of the billions of inhabitants, only a few hundred thousand remain when the killing spree ends.
Drayco and Shyanne are twins who made it through all the chaos, only to watch all technological advances disappear with the virus. The sword rules now, and transportation is by horseback.
Unfortunately, the virus alters the pair in inconceivable ways. For one, it is manageable. For the other, it is a living nightmare. To survive, they are forced to separate.
In the year 2215, the longing to be with family fills them. They begin looking for each other. Upon finding one another, they learn that someone else is looking for them, as well.
The Boss wants Shyanne badly, and they have no idea why. With their animal companion, a genetically altered mountain lion named Drizzle, the twins embark on a cross-country journey to find out.
Many obstacles are encountered along the way. The worst is a mercenary named Ruben. He will stop at nothing to accomplish what he is paid to do, even if it involves killing his own men.
Through some unfortunate turn of events, the mercenary succeeds in capturing Shyanne. Now Drayco must survive his biggest challenge, a challenge filled with pain and suffering, if he is to help his sister survive the Boss.
Key note: $2 from the sale of each book in the Journey of Twins Series will go to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) to help find a cure for Type 1 diabetes.
Reviews for "After":
I give Janet props for writing a book with such a theme behind it. Most post apocalyptic world stories sometimes aren't as good as you'd expect them to be. Maybe it's because of the way that the world as we know it came to an end, or not. I loved the virus that she created, and the way it affected those who managed to survive through it. The characters she created were wonderful, and I felt connected to them. I felt their pain, their fear, and their suffering. It was wonderfully written, and I can't wait for a sequel to come out, because she left it open for one.
–Mousey "Mouse"
As an avid reader, I enjoy watching a story play in my minds eye while I read. While reading After, I not only felt the emotions of the characters come through in a truly palpable sense, I also felt my emotions mingling with them, making the story a more personal experience. At the end of After, I not only felt satisfied but I also wanted more so I could continue my relationship with the characters. I look forward to seeing where Janet will take me next.
–Rick
This was actually a very cool read!!!
–Mike M.
A look into the future of a world gone wrong. A dangerous part of our history that could become a reality. Explore this world with a brother and sister that have everything and nothing in common. But in all the darkness of the events that led to this new world, some things are desirable, "Humecat"
–Gordon
Also coming in 2007 from Whimsical Publications, LLC.
Release date: August 2007
Five years have passed since the defeat of the Boss. For Shyanne and Joseph, it meant settling down and raising a family. For Drayco, it meant searching for the one who escaped during their last encounter...the mercenary named Ruben.
For the first time since the virus, peace fills Shyanne's life. Now that peace is shattered. Ruben has returned and he has taken the one thing dearest to her heart--her son.
Once again, Joseph, Drizzle, and the twins embark on a mission filled with battles and hardships. Only this time the stakes are far greater. This time they hope to find Joey before his young life is ended forever.
Available now as an ebook through Forbidden Publications .
Click on the picture or link to buy a copy. Warning: the graphic sexual content, violence and adult language may cause angry feelings; it may cause dispair; it may cause shock and horror. What it will cause it relief; relief that this is only fiction.
Nature Kranderson, a reclusive psychic, stumbles upon the work of a serial killer when she tries to locate a missing teen for her family. For some reason, the killers face remains shrouded. That has never happened before. She has always been able to ID them. It frustrates her, and makes her a little nervous. Unfortunately, she can see everything he does to the girls--every perverted detail--including a wire whisk used on one girl and a riding crop on another. He gets off keeping them naked and using them as often as possible before he becomes disenchanted. When that happens, death follows.
Nature joins forces with Sheriff Web Westerly and begins a cross-country journey that takes them to Florida. Another teenage girl is missing from the Brevard County area, and the police have asked for her help. They want to find the girl before anything happens to her. After they arrive, Nature discovers her disappearance has nothing to do with the 'Man', as she's dubbed the killer.
While in Florida, the police approach her about another missing girl. She was taken from a park near the beach and they suspect it may be the serial killer who has her. Nature confirms their suspicions. Afterwards, thinking her work is done, she gets ready to go home, back to Montana. Before that happens, she is called upon for another case in Daytona. The Man has struck again.
The news people catch wind of the missing girls. They learn of Nature's involvement and track her down, seeking an exclusive interview, flashing her face across the television screen once they locate her. Unfortunately, someone else is watching that day. A serial killer is looking for his next target, and he thinks he may have found her on the news.
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Innocence Taken
Fiction-Horror/Thriller
Whimsical Publications, LLC/paperback, 228 pages
February 2007
$11.95
ISBN-10: 0-9787738-0-2
ISBN-13: 978-0-9787738-0-9
A Nature Kranderson Novel
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Reviews for "Innocence Taken":
Just wanted to let you know that the dust bunnies, laundry, and the kids' dinner will just have to wait...and it's all your fault. Innocence Taken is just too gripping to put down!!! Bravo!
–Diane, author of "His Black Dahlia", featured in Horrotica, Issue 2
Innocence Taken is one of the most compelling books I have ever read. This book grabbed me from the first page to the last; I couldn't put it down. An exciting, thrilling and at the same time horrifying ride through the mind of a clairvoyant and the madman that she is connecting to.
–Sharon
Innocence Taken is very graphic and detailed, and so might not be suitable for every reader. It is a fascinating suspenseful novel though, and the characterization of Nature, the psychic protagonist, is well done and intriguing. The secondary characters are delineated well also. Many readers will be drawn to this story, despite the detailed violence of the murders. Janet Durbin will be an author to watch.
–Frost, reviewer from TwoLipsReviews.com
If you want a terrifying ride into the mind and acts of a psychotic and the person that has to track him through a physicconnection, this is the book. A frighting, engrossing page turner.
–Gordon
First, Readers should be forewarned that this book contains a considerable amount of graphic sexual violence. Innocence Taken is a seriously chilling tale following the chase for a sadistic killer that involves a lot of emotions, a great deal of suspense, and a heavy dose of horror. Ms. Durbin has created two compelling leading characters. Nature's ability to deal with so much overwhelming emotional bombardment, and her continued dedication to helping others despite the tax her "gift" takes on her, proves her to be a remarkably strong and courageous heroine. In addition, Web's gruff demeanor and protectiveness toward Nature easily endear him as a hero. In fact, Nature and Web make for an appealing couple and their budding romance acts as a shining light in this often dark thriller.
–Jen H, reviewer from FallenAngelReviews.com
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