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Patrick Kelly

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in Yorktown, Virginia, The United States
July 01

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Patrick Kelly has deep roots in Virginia. His mother grew up in Crozet, and he fondly remembers feeding chickens and picking peaches on his grandparents� farm. Later, he graduated from the University of Virginia. His extended family has held reunions in Staunton, Hampton, Natural Bridge, Gordonsville, Afton, Smith Mountain Lake, and Wintergreen.

Patrick and his wife spend their summers in Wintergreen, hiking mountain trails, sampling local wines, and marveling at nature’s beauty. The Blue Ridge Mountains provide the perfect setting for retired detective Bill O'Shea to match wits with scheming murderers.

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Happy Holidays!! Your free gift awaits.

It’s the season of giving. Here’s a free short story for all you dog lovers.

A Merrier Terrier Christmas features a kidnapped Westie named Sport, the retired detective Bill O’Shea, and a Wintergreen dance called the Snow Ball. Follow the link to download your free copy and share it with your friends!

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Bill O’Shea parked his Mazda in the lot below the Mou

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The China Riddle: A CIA Thriller (Fastball)
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The Complete Comedy Writer: Make your sitcom, stand-up, screenplay, sketches and stories 62% funnier
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“Instead of finding a boyfriend, like Esther had instructed, I decided I would hit up the next best thing. The bookstore.”
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“It is my firm belief that every once in a while, the universe will present you with a gift. It could be something very small and seemingly insignificant, but it will lead you down the right path. And usually, it’s when you least expect it.”
― Vivien Chien, Death by Dumpling
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“It’s not every day the universe conspires to bring you face-to-face with someone who makes you think, Yes, you are my human.”
― Vivien Chien, Killer Kung Pao
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Louis L'Amour
“Once you have read a book you care about, some part of it is always with you.”
― Louis L'Amour, Matagorda/The First Fast Draw: Two Novels in One Volume
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“We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light.”
― Plato
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