Randy Rawls

There are many How-To books on the markets. This book is not intended to replace any of them. It is based on experience gained over 25 years of learning in the school of hard-knocks. Follow these "rules" and you will have a well-written book. But, always keep in mind Randy's First Rule of Fiction Writing.

Beth Bowman is a PI in Coral Lakes, FL who works with a homeless group. When one of them turns up brutally beaten to death, Beth feels obligated to become involved. She learns there is a group in town to demonstrate, Friends Intent on The Environment (FITE) who could be involved. Another murder occurs and evidence points to Dabba, one of Beth's friends. Beth sets her sights on FITE as their demonstrations become more violent. Cloie Morales, the leader of FITE is a formidable adversary, causing Beth to reach deep inside herself.

Tom Jeffries, South Florida PI, rescues thirteen-year-old Samantha Ren e Williams from two thugs who are threatening to introduce her to womanhood the hard way. However, rescue is only the beginning because she refuses to tell him where and whom she is running from. After arranging for her to stay with a friend, Tom launches an investigation to discover her background. A Mother who isn't and a crime boss who is complicate matters as Tom uncovers a chamber of horrors not seen since the Spanish Inquisition. Only his quick wits and the belated help of the police can keep him alive and place Ren e in the loving environment she so desires-and deserves.