L. Frank – författare

Frank investigates an intertextual exchange between nineteenth-century historical disciplines (philology, cosmology, geology archaeology and evolutionary biology) and the detective fictions of Poe, Dickens, and Doyle. In responding to the writings of figures like Lyell, Darwin and E.B. Taylor, detective fiction initiated a transition from scriptural literalism and a prevailing Natural Theology to a naturalistic, secular worldview. In the process, detective fiction sceptically examined both the evidence such disciplines used and their narrative rendering of the world.

Frank investigates an intertextual exchange between nineteenth-century historical disciplines (philology, cosmology, geology archaeology and evolutionary biology) and the detective fictions of Poe, Dickens, and Doyle. In responding to the writings of figures like Lyell, Darwin and E.B. Taylor, detective fiction initiated a transition from scriptural literalism and a prevailing Natural Theology to a naturalistic, secular worldview. In the process, detective fiction sceptically examined both the evidence such disciplines used and their narrative rendering of the world.

Frank investigates an intertextual exchange between nineteenth-century historical disciplines (philology, cosmology, geology archaeology and evolutionary biology) and the detective fictions of Poe, Dickens, and Doyle. In responding to the writings of figures like Lyell, Darwin and E.B. Taylor, detective fiction initiated a transition from scriptural literalism and a prevailing Natural Theology to a naturalistic, secular worldview. In the process, detective fiction sceptically examined both the evidence such disciplines used and their narrative rendering of the world.

On the run from Huntress Ilarhia, young Hieronymus finds refuge in a retreat of Mrynlinn. There he discovers a world he's never imagined before, one of knowledge and exploration he has always dreamed of. That is, until the Huntress reappears and accuses him of murder!A short story set in the fantasy world of Bulinnärm.

Young Hieronymus is trapped in the fishing village of Braewickinn living a life of tedium while craving adventure outside its borders. But then a mysterious woman appears and tries to capture him. It seems adventure has found him after all. Now, if only this recurring headache would abate he might be able to think of a solution.A short story set in the fantasy world of Bulinnärm.

Young Bergulf is running for his life.Pursued by vengeful Veritoori knights, he's forced to flee into the forbidden Oolinor forest, an enclave controlled by Alfr, a race known to kill intruders on sight. Berguld is soon captured by a young Alfr with plans for his eventual fate. But his determined pursuers have plans for both of them.A Skar Doorishmurk Adventure.

Ulliana is bored.Hired to manage company resource transfers between Jovian supply outposts and Personality operated ships, she spends most of her time interacting with sensi-adventures. When Aru, the ship's Personality discovers a historically valuable object from the past Ulliana is determined to salvage it for the reward, Ulliana soon learns the probe has other dangerous ideas.A short story set in the near future.

The dreams are tearing him apart. Unless Hieronymus can get to Kyr-Darst while avoiding the Huntress he may never get the answers he needs to survive. Once there he discovers his problems have only begun.A short story set in the fantasy world of Bulinnärn.

The popular TV show Building Memories is filming a new season in Austin but someone keeps sabotaging the project. Erich Rambles is called upon for help. That is until someone murders a popular cast member right before him. Erich tries to leave the murder alone, yet every clue he uncovers about the project has some bearing on the death. When a second body appears at the project site, the two cases merge and become very personal for Erich.Warned away by the lead detective, Erich walks a fine line between solving the murder and losing his license.

Research Assistant Sharmaine Harper has about had it with everything. A newly minted astrophysicist and minor zero-g soccer player, she signed on to work in Saturn space, expecting to be on the forefront of new astrological discoveries. But when she arrived at Brackett Station, she discovered her real assignment was babysitting the station Personality as it performed the repetitious chore of collecting observational data so 'real' scientists could analyze the material.Then one of Saturn's moons disappears and she's thrown into a desperate situation no one expected. When a mysterious stranger and an incoherent ship Personality appears and offers assistance, the situation veers totally out of control. It seems the fate of Brackett Station, Saturn, and maybe the entire solar system is suddenly at stake.Can Sharmaine rise to the occasion and save both Brackett Station and Saturn? And where does that stranger get his fresh hamburgers?

When Charles persuades Leon to visit a local museum, he is convinced he can solve the puzzle of the carved bone's creation. Leon's life changes forever when he touches the ancient artifact.A short urban fantasy story.

Prince Ruele has never worried about his place in the kingdom of Tagoore or the curse that drives its strange culture. But then a fever sends his life spiraling out of control and suddenly people are afraid of his difference, some even want to kill him for disrupting their bleak but traditional lives. What's a young prince to do?

Tywynn and Skar are on the way to claim his warrior rights when they become prey to a pair of hunting craggers. Seeking refuge in a cave, they soon discover their sanctuary contains an even greater danger.With death in both directions, Tywynn must choose between them.