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MY NEWEST BOOKS
A volume of Horrible Haunts & Twisted Tales taken from the horror books La Belle Rouge has written every October for a decade and a half. If you have read her works in the horror genre, you know the invitation is for you to enjoy thrills, chills and gripping fear. If you've read the author's previous books of macabre short stories you'll love this huge volume containing most of them. Steel your mind and leash your emotions, If you don't like weird stuff this book is not for you. "You're Invited" to a collection of stories as terrifying as a haunted house and a horrible Halloween hayride.
When Angels Dance
A volume of love poetry, from the soul to the page. The poetess expresses her love, devotion, and attraction to her husband. The collection offers tender love poems and fiery poetic declarations of passion. Read these poems and your belief in true love will be rekindled, Love will find you, even if it arrives late in life.
Standing On The Edge, Gazing Into Eternity
An open and honest volume of poetry expressed not with thoughts alone but from the depths of the poet's soul. If you are young you will find wisdom and if you are old you will experience empathy and inspiration on the pages of "Standing On The Edge". A book to treasure and to read again
Patchwork
"Patchwork is a collection of poetry that presents little scraps of the poet's life and soul. Sit back in your rocking chair and enjoy a journey though the poet's depths. "Patchwork" is like an old patchwork quilt, created with the patches of the clothing of those she has loved.
Letry written to mirror times long passed and often forgotten. You will find a place of escape from modern, daily stress and common things while reading the uncommon. Relax and be taken away while you read poems of love and fantasy.
Tap Tap Tapping On Your Door
A childrens' book that teaches a lesson about fear. Mike is a brave boy but there has been a tapping on the front door for weeks. He imagines some horrible creatures are doing the tapping. He's so scared he can't sleep at night. Find out what Mike and his dad do to stop the tapping.
"A Glimpse Of My World,"
A poetry collection that is a mixed bag of the many phases and related heart emotions of the author's life. Penned with depth and openess, offering thoughts and feelings the reader will relate with. Find a quiet place to read and enjoy this honest reflection of a poet's life.
Prayer Journal, Pray Your Way To Peace And Joy
A journal that will help you pray more purposefully and humbly for God's will to be done on Earth as it is in Heaven. Find solutions and methods for the most effectual prayer. Each prayer suggestion gives you room to list your own prayer concerns. There is a section to list answered prayers. At the end of this journal you will have a closer walk with God and a more peaceful, joyful life.
NOVELS AND NOVELLAS
Fallen Woman (Literary Fiction)
Christina is young, inexperienced, impressionable, heartbroken and alone when Brother Eli chooses her to be his bride. Follow her long journey in the Pentecostal Fire Of The Spirit Church. Wounded and hopeless, fearful of eternal damnation, will she find her way out of a legalistic, artificial existence to become the real woman God created her to be?
The Witch's Cat (Historical Fiction)
The widow, Grace Sherwood, is a colonial farmer, compassionate healer and local midwife, who was born and lived her life in coastal county of Princess Anne Virginia. Suddenly her whole world is turned upside down when she is accused of being a witch who transforms herself into a black cat and causes curses to come upon her neighbors. The story of Grace Sherwood, The Witch of Pungo is a well known historical tale from Virginia colonial times. Follow the legend in this imagining of what did and might have happened to her and her cat.
Skeletons In The Closet (Paranormal Fiction)
Lorna grows up in a decaying antebellum mansion where her best friends are a little girl from the distant past and a deformed cat. As she ages, Lorna realizes that the figures she sees in the family graveyard are not just figments of her overactive imagination. The spirit world has become as familiar to her as the present world. There are mysteries haunting the old plantation and questions no one can or will answer. Lorna must find a way to solve them on her own. A paranormal novella with a twisted plot.
All That Glitters
"All That Glitters: is not gold" is a SciFi novel that brings alive a cold dystopian world and a warm paradise. Unexpected twists and turns abound. Characters are brought to life in a world that could happen at any time. A lesson in the fact that everything is often not what it seems to be. The world, as most know it, has completely changed.
Just Another Teddy Bear
Apple, the tiny Toy Poodle has a wonderful home. He's happy there with his mother, his brothers and sisters, his lady and the friendly cats. When his siblings go to a new home, Apple is so sad and misses them so much. He still has his mom, his lady and the friendly cats. He's well cared for and loved. When Apple must go to his new home he finds that being loved and taken care of doesn't always happen. Christmas is a blessed season. Will there be a blessing for little Apple?
The Little Shepherd Boy
Benjamin's father is teaching him how to be a good shepherd. On a hillside outside of the town of Bethlehem, their sheep are grazing while the shepherds take turns keeping them safe. Benjamin falls asleep and is awakened by something more wonderful than anything he could have imagined.
The Goats Who Ate Christmas
A delightful Christmas tale for children of all ages. Follow the goat twins on their country, snowy, Christmas Eve adventure. Meet all the special animals that live in their world. Learn about the secret of the real Spirit Of Christmas. Sure to delight those who love Christmas and animal friends.
Lost In The Woods
It's Christmastime and the three bunny brothers are so excited. Mother has to go shopping and tells them to stay inside until she gets home. Ronnie and Ray are good boys but Clay wants to go out and play. See what happens when Mother gets home.
There's A Mouse In Our House
There's a mouse in our house at Christmastime. Where did he come from? What does he want? Is he going to make problems for us and our house pets? An enchanting Christmas adventure for children and those who read to them. A lesson in peace and appreciation of all creatures.
Ahh L'mour,
A Christmas Message, From My Heart To Yours
Christmas, the perfect season to send messages of love and faith to all those we love. I have penned this Christmas book with messages of truth and joy for all who read it. May your Christmas be spiritual, joyful and beautiful and may your New Year be blessed.
Mrs. Santa's Poodles, And Her Cat
It was cold at the Pole, as it always was. Mrs. Santa is busy baking and making hot chocolate for the elves. So sad that someone had broken her favorite vase and no one would admit they did it. Find out what happens on Christmas Eve at Santa's house. A book for everyone to enjoy, little ones and those who read to them. Written in the rhyme that children love.
When I Was Just A Lamb
The old sheep weaves a story of beauty and inspiration. She shares the best memory of her life with those who take time to listen and imagine a holy and beautiful night, filled with wonder, when the greatest gift was given.
Just A Little Fear
Strange Mountain Tales
There is nowhere on Earth spookier than a remote, mountain wilderness, or creepier than a lonely, forgotten graveyard. Are you brave enough to spend some time in an abandoned, old farmhouse with a tragic, haunted history or visit Baron's Hollow deep in the forest where no one ever goes?. Maybe you'd enjoy a face to face visit and heart to heart conversation with a ghost. Welcome inside the pages of "Strange Mountain Tales." where you will love the view but want to escape to a more down-to earth place.
Rest In Peace
Every Halloween La Belle Rouge publishes a volume of paranormal poetry and short stores or a novel. "Rest In Peace," is a scary, macabre short -story collection of La Belle Rouge's fantastic and paranormal imaginings. All the short stories gleaned from her books of the twisted kind for readers to enjoy all in one place. Read it at bedtime but be warned, you may not rest in peace.
The Darkness
Vampires, Ghosts, Unexplained Paranormal Events, Fantastic Creatures, Twists Of The Macabre, Travels Through Time. Full Moon Nights When The Wind Moans Your Name Like A Mournful Song Floating Through An Old Graveyard . You'll Find Them All Inside The Cover. All Your Worst Nightmares And Fears Bundled Together In A Volume Of Macabre Stories
Little Book Of Horrors
A story of dark revenge in the Old South and a vacation from hell in the low country. Native American legend of an ancient evil. a mysterious, screaming harbinger of death and proof that ghosts can go home again. Late night encounters with the undead. Childhood traumas and pretty, little, stray kitties you will wish you had never taken home. An immigrant couple who take up residence in a tomb. Haunted houses and graveyards. Enjoy the shivers and chills of this collection of twisted tales and poems.
Dark Tales
Every Autumn, around the season of Halloween, author La Belle Rouge publishes a volume of macabre stories and poetry. If you have read her work in the horror genre, you know "DARK TALES" will provide thrills and chills for readers who enjoy less gore and more psychological horror stories. Sometimes the most ordinary places are backgrounds for the most extraordinary events and creatures. Familiar legends and ghost tales of North Carolina have been reimagined by the author to bring chills to her readers. It's definitely not a Mayberry RFD world! A book you'll want to read not only at the haunting season, but year-round.
No Time To Die
All new short stories to read on stormy nights or anytime you are willing to be frightened. In the title story a man who is deathly afraid of death or anything that reminds him of it, finds that he does have time for death after all. Witches not of the good sort, ghosts who insist on having the final word, cryptic, mysterious creatures who baffle the mind and jar the senses, blood thirsty fiends are all included in "No Time To Die." La Belle's pen never fails to give the reader chills and macabre thrills. Read this book and get creeped out. Explore the what if's and maybe's of the twisted kind.
Haunted
An Intriguing Volume Of The Strange And Paranormal Presented In Poetry And Short Stories.
Lisette's Journal
Lisette Dubois,beautiful,celebrated belle of New Orleans becomes one of the blood thirsty undead. Follow her into the darkness as you read her journal. Will she find a way to escape her fate or be doomed forever. An epic vampire tale from the pen of poetess, author, La Belle Rouge, written in sonnet form
Life In General
The Pathway
"The Pathway," is a collection of honest poetry, penned with an openness of heart and spirit. Its verses contain a multitude of thoughts and emotions that will touch your heart with memories and honest, perhaps long forgotten, feelings about life and love. As our life becomes full of years we begin to be more able to share the depths of our experience of life,,,, both joyful and painful. Poetry you can relate to in many ways and levels.
Windchimes And Butterflies
A lovely collection of haiku and senryu. Wisdom and serenity abounding in the form of simple verse. Readers who enjoy the simplicity and tranquility of haiku and senryu will deeply appreciate the beauty of these verses. Read them during a quiet time and feel your body relax and your spirit relates to the tranquil thoughts and images of these beautiful and ancient Oriental forms of poetry
Whispers In The Dark
Have you ever felt so lost you thought no one would ever find you, not even yourself? God knows exactly where you are and why you are there. Listen for His voice and the voices of those sent to show you his love and wisdom. Comfort can be found during the darkest night. In times of darkness listen for the voices of light.
Born in Virginia, raised just across the state line in North Carolina, La Belle Rouge cherishes her memories of growing up in mid-twentieth century Dixie. This is a volume of memoirs about family, friends, neighbors and even favorite pets. A memorial to a more relaxed pace, a more innocent time in the rural South, where honest hard work, abiding faith and caring for others were cherished values. Stories and poems, poignant, heart touching and humorous offer a glimpse of a not too distant but very different past and how it felt to be one child, girl, woman, American by birth, Southern by the grace of God.
Jesus Are You Listening?
Speaking to and about Jesus with respect, honesty and familiarity. A book of everyday prayers, musings and poetry from the heart.
Stairway To Peace
Passing though times of sorrow and pain are a part of the human condition. When experiencing such times we need a hope to hold on to, an anchor to steady us, a harbor to shield us from the storm. "Stairway to Peace," is a book of honest, heartfelt prayers to inspire a deeper reliance on the grace and faithfulness of God in Christ Jesus.
Night And Day
Our lives are like a tree, growing from the roots of our character, thoughts and dreams. A collection of the author's thoughts about life. A glimpse of the roots that grew the tree.
Beyond The Blue Mountains
A collection of poetry penned from a Native American point of view. Poetry of Nature from the prospective of those who cherished the Earth and her creatures. Poetry of simple strong bonds, between man and woman, families and friends. Reflections of faith in and reverence for the Great Spirit and respect for the elders and ancestors who shaped their people and tribes. Laments for humiliation at the hands of another race and emerging nation and the loss of all held dear. These poems will connect you to another time and place and the ancient guardians of America. There is no place on Earth more beautiful than "The Blue Mountains" and no people more physically and spiritually beautiful than the Native Americans who called those mountains home.
Seeker
Are you a seeker; someone who hungers for truth and a life worth living? Do you want to bless the Earth with the gifts The Creator has placed within you to bring you satisfaction and to touch the lives of others? If you are one of those people who understands that all lives have meaning and all situations we go through are lessons meant to shape us and help us to release our truth and our gifts into the World, you will appreciate the kinship and light you find in "Seeker."
I Think Occasionally
Thinking, even if only occasionally, is a serious function of life. This volume is a collection of blog and journal entries the author made over a period of many years. On the pages you will find, exposure of reality, painful honesty, wonderment, bewilderment, questions about life and death and the many varied expressions of fierce love "I Think...Occasionally" is a heart to heart experience you'll be glad you had.
Narcissistic Abuse:
How To Recognize And Escape It
What is a narcissist? How can you recognize one? Are you in a relationship with one? Are you being abused and are you ready to claim your freedom? What will it be like for you if you leave and what can you do to maintain your freedom and move your emotions and life toward normalcy? You will find answers and encouragement in this honest book, penned with compassion, from the heart of a woman who knows.
Red Foxes And Other Miracles
A collection of nature poetry from a grateful and observant heart. La Belle Rouge has a poet's heart that has always found itself at one with nature and appreciative of her mysterious beauty and order. Poetry you will treasure and feel the miracle of nature in. Verse you will want to read at your window, outdoors in the field or wood, on a mountaintop or beside the sea.
Do you ever wonder about things you can't fathom or explain? In this book you will find familiar questions you may have asked about your existence or the universe and its creator. When we ponder the deeper questions, often we form our own answers or more properly, we realize there are no concrete answers that we are capable of understanding. A book of questions about the universe and its Creator. There may be a few answers written between these covers but often such questions give birth to more questions. This book is written to inspire the searching ones to continue their quest for truth.
Eternity: Truth From My Soul
"Eternity" is a collection written from the soul of the author. It captures the very essence of living and dying within soul-felt words. Poetry and memoirs of thoughtful contemplation and emotional connection, including both eternal questions and answers. A book you will enjoy many times and will want to share with others.
Haiku And Senryu
A book of lovely Haiku and Senyru. Messages to relax and learn with. You will feel the Oriental influence with the American twist. Poetess Of The Heart, La Belle Rouge enjoys the serenity and wisdom writing Haiku and Senyru poetry brings to her spirit and is honored to share the poetry and the peace with her readers.
Eagle Heart, Native American Poetic Expressions
"Eagle Heart," is a reverent collection of poetry and thoughtful reflections about another time and a unique people. Penned from the heart of a woman who carries within it the blood and the spirit of three tribes, a tribute to the Native Americans who once were the guardians of this continent from sea to sea. A respectful expression of honest admiration.... for The Ancestors. A collection of poems penned to honor all Native Americans. From the soul of one who shares their blood and their pride of culture and ancient wisdom. To the first guardians of the land, may you be blessed in life and in eternity.
"Like A Butterfly,"
is a poetry collection exposing the beauty and ugliness of living. It will touch the very soul of the reader with the shared experiences of joy and pain. The author has lived long enough to have tasted most of what life has to offer. In these pages she has opened her soul to share those experiences and emotions with you. Some of us are afraid to feel because it hurts. Allow this poetry to begin an honest unlocking of your emotions, for true healing begins in the honest acknowledgement that we need to be healed. A book you will want to read again and share with others.
Advice To Writers
If you are a writer, you need this book. A collection of advice from great writers to inspire your writing endeavors. From centuries past to modern times, voices of great writers come alive in this book. Be encouraged, be inspired to write and write well.
Lessons On Charley's Pond
Many of us are blessed with good parents who teach us the valuable lessons of life. Some of us have to learn those lessons without benefit of a teacher, other than experience. La Belle Rouge was blessed with a father who not only understood love and life but peace and faith.
When The Wolf Spoke And The River Sang
You will find on these pages the emotive imaginings of a simple life among a beautiful people. Native American poetry that showcases the spiritual depth and the natural wisdom of the author's ancestors, the Cherokee and the Powhatan people. Those who were once the guardians of the land and her creatures, who respected all of creation and reverenced the Creator.
Nobody Prays Here
A collection of poetry, thoughts and prayers. Honest expressions of thoughts and heartfelt conversations with The Creator that you will be able to spiritually and emotionally relate to.
Impressions
Poetic Impressions of Impressionist Masterpieces. A Book Of Beauty And Thoughtfulness.
Broken
A poetry collection penned to encourage those who are living in or escaping a life of narcissistic abuse
Virginia Is For Lovers
Virginia is for lovers and all the poets showcased in this anthology are Virginia lovers. From the soothing waves of her ancient shores to the rolling hills of her Piedmont and majesty of her Appalachian Mountains, Virginia is a state of beauty, history and mystic persuasion. The poems in this volume are by poets who know Virginia intimately and have penned their affection for her and experiences with her. A book you will treasure if you are a Virginian by birth or by choice or perhaps a fervent admirer of The Old Dominion.
And So It Goes
A volume of thoughts shaped into words. Thoughts to hold on to when the night is dark and the path is obscured. These are the thoughts hopelessness that have haunted the author and thoughts of love and faith that have upheld her through a lifetime of pain and confusion. Thoughts that will inspire your own imagination for good and better things or help you to express in words your own pain and wonderings. All humanity is connected by the thread of emotion. When you read this book, that universal thread will be real to you.
Anointing The Perfect With The Precious
"Anointing The Perfect With The Precious," is a book about life, its joys and sorrows. An open and honest poetry book reflecting one woman's faith in God and His Son amid the joys and trials of life. Familiar questions both earthy and spiritual, along with intensely personal answers revealed in poetry.
You will enjoy this collection of poetry. Beautiful Haiku reflects the beauty and symmetry of nature and Senryu reflects the range and depth of human emotion. A book to enjoy yourself and to gift to a friend.
Long Winding Road
A collection of honest poetry, penned over the course of several decades. Poetry that will help those who are experiencing their own sorrows and struggles. You will feel inspired that dreams do come true and prayers are answered. You will experience a true response to the golden cord of emotion which connects hearts and unites all people.
Choose Love
Poet, author, La Belle Rouge offers a volume of quotes about love. Original quotes from the author and well known personalities. You will be challenged and inspired to choose love in its varied forms.
Atlanta Belle
75 Pages Of Nonsense For Adults. Silly and bawdy limericks sure to tickle the funny bone. If you are easily offended you won't enjoy this book but if you don't mind a little bawdy verse, it'll make you laugh, and sometimes we just need to laugh at the outrageous and off-color. Obviously humor for adults only. Not a book you'd read to children. Take some relaxation time to de-stress, laugh and enjoy these funny limericks.
We all have them, reflections of life. They are created by our experiences, our basic character, our aspirations and dreams. Reflections of life are sacred. They reveal the core of w;ho we are, what we have lived and the dreams we reached for. In this book you will find the poet's open spirit that reveals the truth about who she is and some of the many things that have shaped her reflections.
Ahh...L'Amour, Poetry Of Love
Counting The Ways
Love is ageless, timeless and eternal. "Counting The Ways," is a volume of coauthored love poetry written by soulmates and spouses who celebrate the gift of love everyday. Read and enjoy this beautiful collection of love expressed in words and be encouraged to know that love will find you, even if it finds you later than you might have wished for.
Forever Love
Some of the most beautiful and classic poetry ever penned has been love poetry. Within these pages you will find true love poetry written from the very cores of soul mates. Poetry to inspire you to love more personally and passionately. Take some time to enter a romantic, sensual world of poetic delights. When reading "Forever Love," your heart will be touched and enriched with the beautiful expression of real, devoted and lasting love. Over two hundred pages of love poetry.
Taking His Hand; With Love
An expressive collection of love poetry penned by a contemporary poet of love . Romantic poetry sincerely infused with the emotion of a tender, sensual heart.
Through The Garden Gates: Poetry Of Love And Life
"Through The Garden Gates; Poetry Of Love And life," is a treasury of poems for those who appreciate the beauty of nature and the emotional bond of sincere feelings expressed in poetic form. Beauty as seen through the eye of the beholder, emotions of every variety generously expressed from the the poet's heart inhabit this book. A treasure chest of poetic jewels to enjoy now and later. A gift from the poet's heart to yours.
"Cottage By The Sea"
A volume of honest, heartfelt, poerty of love. A reflection of the beauty and reality of the admiration, appreciation and love the poetess feels for her husband. Finding the other half of one's self seems to be an elusive quest, blessed are those who have found, "The One" they are happy to spend their lives with.
A Moment In Time
The beauty and joy of a true love is reflected in the poetry of this volume. Poetry that wraps the heart in the warmth of completely and forever. A moment in time is a reflection of the tender emotions of love captured in words. A book you will find sigh-worthy and worth reading more than once. Poems to deeply touch your heart. Poetry you will want to share with the one you love.
A Volume of love poetry Almost four hunderd love poems.
"Simply Love,"
A meaningful collection of honest, beautiful, endearing, poetry. Softly sensual and yet almost innocent, romantic poetry penned from the depths of the soul of the poetess. Enchanting words, ennobling thoughts to foster an even stronger belief in real and precious love between two people. Love given by the Creator and intended to be life's most treasured human connection.
Bare Shoulders And Fiery Kisses
Erotic Poetry Of Love And Lust. A Pillow Book To Enjoy Alone Or With The One You Love.
A Fire In Winter
Poetry reflecting the beauty and intensity of honest love and passion. "A Fire In Winter," explores the many facets and emotions of a soul mated relationship. Romantic, playful or pensive each poem is an expression from a loving heart to a loving heart.
The Bond Of Love
A collection of rich, mature, love poetry from the pen of the "Poetess Of The Heart."
End Of The Quest
A Collection Of Poetry Celebrating Love At The End Of The Quest.
When two ancient rovers meet and their souls connect, the result is an honest and lasting love. Jon Michael Willey and Susan Willey (La Belle Rouge) came from similar and different backgrounds and distant locations Their faith has always been a uniting force for them. The depths of the love they have to give and the passion they share have forged them into one soul. This collection contains poetic tokens of their very real journey of pain and love. A heart touching collection of poems written by two soul mates to each other. A chronicle of a long, arduous journey from confusion and pain to a life of unity, love and happiness. Read these poems and know that honest, enduring love still exists in the Earth, even if it arrives late.
Sonnets From The Soul
Sonnets penned by The Poetess Of The Heart, La Belle Rouge. A glimpse of love and life through the window of treasured poetry of another time and place.
Love In The Afternoon
Poetry of Sensuality and love. Shamelessly erotic, romantically exciting love poetry to thrill the senses, inspire the imagination, enliven the memory. A book for those who are in touch with their sexuality. A volume of beauty and heartfelt emotion for lovers to share. A warm, exciting, exceptional pillow book to read and enjoy together.
Trysts On Turret Stairs
Romantic, revealing poetry of long ago and present day rendezvous. Sensual and beautiful reflections of love, pleasure and tragedy.
Long Ago Far Away
Romance That Lives On.
Poetess Of The Heart La Belle Rouge leads The Reader on an enchanted journey through medieval castles, Celtic hillsides and beside exotic shores. Through the mists of time you'll catch a glimpse of a world where magic and chivilary thrived and dragons were more than a myth. From Medieval times to the lure of the Old South and the Old West, you'll treasure many fanciful fantasies of love and tragedy only found now in such volumes as this.
Knowing You
A volume of love poetry penned from the heart. Honest and vibrant expressions of love and passion from the pen of a contemporary poet of love and romance. A book to enjoy and cherish . Loving, sensual poetry to share with the one you love.
Short Story Collections
Over the mountains and through the hollows, beside the rippling creeks and old log cabins, there are thousands of curious stories both humorous and sad, poignant and frightening that have been passed down from generation to generation. In this volume you'll enjoy imaginative tales about the land and the people who found their identities centered there. Stories of love and loss, pain and revenge. Tales of ghosts who haunt the overgrown graveyards and wander the backwoods trails chasing an elusive rest they will never find.
"Tell Us A Story, Gramma" is a book filled with adventure. On a snowy, winter day as they sit by the fire, the children ask Gramma for stories. Gramma recounts to her grandchildren, stories about their family that happened long ago and in recent years. Adventures to get lost in. Stories that foster family ties with an appreciation for history and the sacrifices made for family and country. Pop some popcorn and sit by the fire as you enjoy Gramma's stories