J. A. Stapleton
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I have 157 stories published in
17 collections on the site.
My stories have been read 136597 times
and 76 of my stories have been cherry picked.
6 of my 90 comments have been voted Great Feedback with a total of 6 votes
J. A. Stapleton is the author of three crime novels. His book, film and TV reviews are available on Instagram at @j.a.stapleton
His literary influences are Ian Fleming, Lee Child, Michael Connelly, Raymond Chandler and James Ellroy.
The first book in the Detective Lacey series "THE PATROLMAN" will be published weekly on Friday with ABCTales.com.
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The Patrolman - 45 (2/2)
Lacey extended an arm and gently pushed Hartsfield aside, clearing the line of fire.
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The Patrolman - 45 (1/2)
'Look away,' Lacey said, drawing his pistol.
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The Patrolman - 44
Mr. Slate crouched in the alley behind the pharmacy, next to a reeking dumpster.
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The Patrolman - 43
Trouble had followed her before the warehouse, the murders, and long before the club.
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The Patrolman - 42
Someone was calling him.
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