J. A. Stapleton

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I have 125 stories published in 17 collections on the site.
My stories have been read 101952 times and 43 of my stories have been cherry picked.
6 of my 88 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.

My stories

Caponed.

By J. A. Stapleton on Tue, 11 Nov 2014

Frank glanced back in the direction of his brother, producing his 1911. “What the fuck are ya waiting for?!” the short funny character snorted. Frank...

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Seeping Through the Lavender - Chapter I

By J. A. Stapleton on Sun, 19 Oct 2014

Slowly, Jake attempted to open his eyes, yet the skin on his lids felt burdensome and unwelcoming to oblige. He was starting to pick up an awareness...

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The Conspiracy: Chapter Two [Part I]

By J. A. Stapleton on Wed, 08 Oct 2014

CHAPTER TWO Chicago, IL, January 1st 1964 An end to this? An end to fucking what? Vincent asked himself for the six hundred and sixty sixth time. He...

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Through the Looking Glass

By J. A. Stapleton on Tue, 07 Oct 2014

“Wot you lookin’ at? I shouted. The cunt was givin’ it. He kept staring, not saying anyfin, just staring at me. So I kicked him, yeah maybe too many...