Now Available: The Vessel
Scientists attempt to save humanity by implanting the world’s evil into a human vessel. Will it work? “Author Kristin A. Oakley brings us back into her world with a bang, delivering psychological thrills aplenty in this dark and brooding sequel.” ~ 5-Star Readers’ Favorite Review by K.C. FinnAward-winning thriller author Kristin A. Oakley puts her characters into impossible situations then is surprised when they survive.




Book One: The Devil Particle
A skyscraper filled with deception. A troubled teen seeking redemption. Will his race to the top become a fatal dilemma?
“Think Hunger Games meets Divergent with much more excitement and bigger odds.” ~ Brea L.R., author of the Love and Surviving Series.
“Kristin A. Oakley has a fascinating concept for this captivating new YA novel; it draws you in immediately and never lets go throughout the reading experience.” ~ 5 Star Readers’ Favorite Review by K. C. Finn
“The Devil Particle is a young adult dystopian survival story that presents a very different take on a new world order in which evil has not only been banished but identified and contained.” ~ D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
“Author Kristin A. Oakley’s The Devil Particle is a heart-pounding adventure that immerses the reader into a world of despair and desperation.” ~ Leigh Kimberly Zoby for Reader Views, 5-Star Reader Views Kids Review

The Leo Townsend Series
Award-winning Carpe Diem, Illinois is the first book in the Leo Townsend Series
Chicago journalist Leo Townsend fears his career is faltering as fast as his sobriety. Subpoenaed to reveal a source to a grand jury, he’s facing jail time or losing the career he loves. Leo’s editor gives him one last chance by assigning the reporter a fluff piece, but Leo has no idea this assignment could be the deadline on his life. MoreBook Two: God on Mayhem Street
Reporter Leo Townsend returns and lands the interview of a lifetime with openly gay, front-running US presidential candidate Griffin Carlisle. But when Leo is forced to abandon the interview to rush to the side of his estranged father, Leo’s personal and professional worlds collide. Is this the one story he can’t write? MoreLatest Newsletters and Posts
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