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October 2008. 'That Old Black Magic' winner of short story contest with Petigru Review, South Carolina Writer's Workshop's Literary Journal.

March 23, 2009. 'The Queen's Express' gets seond place in the South Carolina's Writers Workshop Quill Contest. Download it for free here.

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CURRENT PROJECT: THE MAGIC MAN

On the day Bluesy Figwater is born in Sparkleberry, South Carolina, a beautiful Creole girl named Sister is born in the Louisiana bayou, and an epic battle already two generations old begins again.

Sister Devoe wants Bluesy’s magic, and she’s been after it—and him—her entire life. Beautiful, powerful, curvaceous and Creole, Sister is a hard witch to refuse, and there is a time when Bluesy can’t resist her persuasive powers. Then, when he is forced to see the truth of her, Sister breaks Bluesy’s innocent heart. Now, Sister and Bluesy are battling it out magic-style, the entire population of Bluesy’s idyllic home town hanging in the balance.

The citizens of Sparkleberry and a bizarre cast of magical characters—including vampires, clones, an evil dentist who looks like Omar Sharif, shapeshifters, healers, a powerful tribal chief, a demon disguised as a grandmother, a blues-loving alligator named Charlie, a Shelby Mustang who strays from her garage, a businessman reduced to his true nature, and the Devil himself—are all unwittingly drawn in to the fight as Sister and Bluesy vie for the souls of ordinary folks like Zelma Mae Harper (who has loved Bluesy since they were children) and the kids of Sparkleberry, who have befriended the strange old man who plays a blues trumpet to rival ol' Satchmo’s—the one they call the Magic Man.

I am currently looking for representation for the above novel. Contact me at: wbierer@aol.com or on my website. Thank you. Read on!

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Short stories by Billie Bierer and published by Amazon Shorts.com

The Prophesy of Bluesy Figwater

Archie and Abbegaile

The Queens Express

Moonlight's Awastin'

The Wild Boy

The Wild Boy II

The San Pedro River Valley Gang

The Last Race - A novel by Billie Bierer

THE LAST RACE - Another fantastic adventure by Billie Bierer, author of The Legend of Tommy Jo Sanchez.

In this endearing novel, THE LAST RACE, a father and son try to repair their broken relationship after the loss of their favorite Arabian stallion drives them apart.

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The Legend of Tommy Jo Sanchez

The Legend of Tommy Jo Sanchez - "The best book to come out of the Carolinas in years!"

Calvin Reese, Millennium Magazine

Grab a hold of your hat as you plunge down steep canyon trails in an action-packed tale of a strong willed young woman, her challenges in a male dominated Wild West, and the black stallion that carries her battered heart through it all.

Born to a Juarez whore and a red-headed Texan, Tommy Jo has always had to fight to survive. After stabbing El Capitán of the local Federales and stealing his magnificent horse, sixteen year old Tommy Jo Sanchez escapes across the Rio Grande toward her new life in Tombstone, Arizona.

With a talent for dealing poker, Tommy Jo finds herself making the acquaintance of Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday, who decide to help her fulfill her dreams of obtaining a secure life for herself and her adopted family, the working girls at The Doggie House Saloon.

Tommy Jo shows her grit as she is attacked by Indians, fends off drunken gamblers, and with the help of her friends, overcomes those who seek to reclaim the hard-won stallion. Just as what looks like true love arrives in the form of a handsome Buffalo Soldier, Tommy Jo finds she must again fight to keep both her man and her dream of independence alive.

Reviews of The Legend of Tommy Jo Sanchez

"When TJ stabbed El Capitan in the first chapter, I knew I was going to like her as a main character. The wild west was a rough place and I have read a lot of books with strong leading cowboys. It is nice to read about a woman who is not afraid to stand up for her beliefs and back them up with action. Tommy Jo Sanchez is definitely that type of woman. Billie Bierer does a wonderful job of portraying two famous men from history: Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday, although Doc has a much larger role than Wyatt. I felt that I really got to know Doc a lot better and I loved all of the characters created by the author. Tombstone comes alive in the pages of The Legend of Tommy Jo Sanchez, which made we really wish i had been there. The pace of the book is perfect with just enough action to keep the reader quickly turning the pages. The character development is good and I quite enjoyed getting to really know TJ. Overall, The Legend of Tommy Jo Sanchez is a great book and I do hope the Billie Bierer writes another western tale. I will keep my eyes on the horizon hoping to wrangle it in if I see it some day" Read full review...
Conan Tigard
Reading Review

"Filled with characters from every aspect of the Wild West, The Legend of Tommy Jo Sanchez is a fascinating tale that will have you longing to see this heroine defeat all of the obstacles placed before her and realize her dreams." Read full review...
Amy Whitfield, M. Ed., MLIS
Lead Library Media Specialist, Blythewood High School, Blythewood, SC

"This historical romantic fiction can be enjoyed by all - students, researchers, strategists, horse lovers and even poets. I was entertained by the details… from the poker games with high stakes to the historical western locations… TJ and her friends (and enemies) frequented bars and brothels in Tombstone, the courthouse in Bisbee, and military treks from Ft. Huachuca to Ft. Bowie. The hustle and bustle in San Francisco’s Chinatown painted clear images of busy buyers, sellers, and workers. The level of detail makes the story real and there’s a lot of truth in fiction!." Read full review...
Carmon Weaver Hicks, Ph.D.