J. A. Stapleton

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I have 136 stories published in 17 collections on the site.
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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. 

© J. A. Stapleton 2025

My stories

LEGEND (2015) Review

WARNING POSSIBLE SPOILERS. LEGEND , starring Tom Hardy and, you guessed it from that silly trailer, Tom Hardy as the notorious Kray twins received...

The Road to Nowhere Special - Chapter V (Part II of II)

The Detective crosses the line and soon finds that his actions will bear their own consequences. He now has something else other than himself to worry about as he descends into downfall, his morals are all set to go. All comments and feedback will be returned and are greatly appreciated! Images sourced from Wikimedia Commons - I do not claim to own these images nor am I making money from them, no copyright intended.

The Road to Nowhere Special - Chapter V (Part I of II)

Lacy's life begins to spiral out of control affecting his work habbits and numerous others. All comments and feedback will be returned and greatly appreciated! Images sourced from Wikimedia Commons - I do not claim to own these images nor am I making money from them, no copyright intended. Image owned by Kotivalo.

From the Bottom...

“I’ve been at this all morning.” he said, nodding determinedly. “I’ll catch this one, you’ll see.” He draped the fishhook into the pool, puffing on...

The Firm - II - The Wild One (1959 Version)

II The Wild One (1959 Version) Looking back, it was really the one incident that started it all off, on a freezing cold night outside a pub just off...

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