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​Welcome to Franklin's Bennies Serialized Novel

 

I write mysteries shaped by real experience—court investigations, prison corridors, and the hard choices people make when no one’s looking. My new weekly web novel, Franklin’s Bennies, follows a seasoned prison counselor pulled into a federal sting where favors carry a price and every man hides a motive. If you like steady-burn crime stories with authenticity and edge, come along for the ride.

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Each week 3 new chapters will be released.

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A Favor at Wanda’s — Franklin’s Bennies Installment 1

Peter Cleary, prison counselor, carries a note inside the walls—and crosses a line he can’t uncross.

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The Maple Tree — Franklin’s Bennies Installment 4

Between harsh rules and fragile men, Cleary drifts toward reflection, memory, and quiet grace.



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A Favor Slips Inside the System — Franklin's Bennies Installment 2

In a system built on rules, every move is observed.

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Under Watch - Franklin's Bennies Installment 5

Inmate Franklin becomes more than a case file as Cleary’s careful balance starts to tilt.



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Everyone Is a Suspect—Franklin's Bennies Installment 3

Trust is fragile as Cleary listens to Franklin’s fears of informants, loyalty, and survival inside.



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Last Updated 12/2025

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