Author M.M. Shelley

Here it is: The cover for Murder on Mars! A paranormal force has lured Ava to New Orleans, where shadows lurk behind every corner and an unknown power has yet to be unleashed. There is a darkness in New Orleans, one that has brought sixteen year old Ava Lopez to the city in search of her best friend, Dyson. A dark crime has been committed, and there are supernatural forces involved.  Three sisters who whisper "fate" are awaiting the arrival of the Guardian.  Shadow People fiercely haunt the city, unchallenged, but Ava senses that Dyson may be involved with their crimes.   She must discover the secret that the Shadows are so determined to keep hidden. Ava will have to risk everything, because where the Fates are concerned there are no second chances.

Here is my short story, Haunted Souls, it takes place in the year 1912 during a crossing of the Atlantic Ocean on a well known ship: Titanic. I look forward to your thoughts on this one. Chapter One April 10th 1912 Southampton England           As I looked across the vast expanse of the ocean I waited for what was coming. After all, it was the reason I was sent here. Not that I had a choice in the matter, it was not a task I would have chosen, it was not the life I would have chosen, no, I was born into it much like a prince is born to inherit a crown, it is my destiny. Destiny is a word I’ve always hated.  Turning away I gave one last look at those who were waving goodbye to their loved ones with eager merriment. The excitement of the passengers around me electrified the air and for a moment I lost myself in it. These were the moments that I appreciated the most; the moments when I could feel human, feel that I belonged to thi...

As I mentioned before the island of Kauai has its very own Grand Canyon. These photos are from my very first trip to the island. This area is not located in the Canyon, just thought I'd share it as it's one of my favorite photos! These I took while I was at Arizona's Grand Canyon. You can clearly see the differences between the two Canyons. There are of course trails that you can take down into the canyon, I did see a couple of photographers who had hiked well into the canyon and I'm sure they caught some amazing pictures. You can't really see the different colors that run along the mountains such as the reds that act light a highlight and catch the sunlight  rather beautifully creating a surreal effect.