Books published by publisher Fiction with Meaning LLC

#1 Amazon BestsellerA crime thriller unlike anything you’ve ever read. This book grabs you by the throat and never let’s go until the last page.My name is Tony. When I was seven years old the bullies in my class almost killed me; my father was angry that I let it happen, but he always hated me. At thirteen I went to prison for a crime I didn't commit; it was the worst experience of my life. Living on the streets was hard; being part of a gang was even harder.Oh, and I did find people to love along the way...and, I would do anything to protect them, anything. **WARNING** 18+ Readers Only. Graphic content and subject matter. (This is a standalone novel)NOTE: Mean Little People was previously titled, Born Mobster. The content remains the same.Praise for Mean Little People"It's addicting. Mean Little People reminded me of Karin Slaughter's Pretty Girls. I like authors that are not afraid to tackle subjects with straightforward rawness that they infuse in their prose." - Vlad, NetGalley Reviewer"This is a wonderful piece of writing, and definitely a memorable story. This is one of those books that you will still be thinking about long after finishing it." - Todd, NetGalley Reviewer"This is a tale of abuse, betrayal, and the desperate quest for redemption and acceptance in a world that let one more child down. Read it, try to tell me you are not affected." - Tome Tender"A unique novel with dark undertones. Paige is a master at revealing the underbelly of society and providing not only a good read, but also a lesson in mortality." - Robert, NetGalley ReviewerMean Little People eBook Categories:Horror NovelsPsychological HorrorSuspenseful NovelsRealistic FictionThrillerDarkDisturbingCrime FictionMurderVigilante JusticeMafiaFamily Drama NovelsSuspense HorrorKidnapping NovelsScaryPsychological Thriller

#1 Amazon BestsellerYoung Emma kills people, but only if they deserve to die.Emma’s little sister Gracie is the only light in her life. So after enduring years of unimaginable abuse by her drunken father and uncaring mother, she hardens her heart to shield her sibling from the same fate. But when Gracie becomes the new target, Emma fights back with extreme prejudice…Fleeing the bloody trail and taking them both onto Philly’s rough streets, she’s forced to work as a stripper just to survive. Surrounded by mistrust, betrayal, and mob cruelty, she vows revenge against anyone who dares lay a finger on Gracie.Can Emma protect her sister, or will her deranged and depraved past lead her down a path of destruction?When Smiles Fade is a dark and graphic psychological thriller. If you like gritty realism, true-to-life characters, and stories that stay with you long after the final word, then you’ll love Paige Dearth’s harrowing tale.**WARNING** 18+ Readers Only. Graphic content and subject matter. (This is a standalone novel)Praise For When Smiles Fade"Paige gives her characters a surreal quality that is rare in other books. Dearth manages to mold all the pieces into a pottery of delicate artwork. You feel. You cry. You hope." - Reading In Between The Lines"Dearth writes from her very soul. Ms. Dearth builds her world with gritty, hard strokes, her characters with unapologetic crispness. Evil is evil, period." - Tome Tender"This story leaves a lasting impression. It has a lot of depth and is packed with emotion. You will not be able to put it down." - Curse Of The Bibliophile"I was moved to tears of grief, rage, and horror as I read the story." - Kathie, EditorWhen Smiles Fade eBook categories:Horror NovelsPsychological HorrorSuspenseful NovelsRealistic FictionSerial KillerThrillerDarkDisturbingCrime FictionMurderFamily Drama NovelsVigilante JusticeSuspense HorrorKidnapping NovelsScaryPsychological Thriller

#1 Amazon BestsellerA fatal car crash. A young orphan. Can she survive the harsh life of the seedy city streets? Eight-year-old Joon has no time to grieve her parents’ sudden death. Ripped from the security of a loving family, she endures horrific abuse in the system. And after four years of torture and her foster brother’s attempt to steal her innocence, she runs away to Philadelphia’s poverty-stricken alleyways.Coming of age while homeless, Joon must fight just to stay alive. Despite the danger and desperation, she clings to her goal of offering the world something positive. But kind acts don’t put food in her belly, and soon she’s confronted with a terrible choice…Will Joon pay an awful price to guard her safety?Never Be Alone is a standalone dark psychological thriller. If you like courageous characters, edgy stories, and heartbreaking true-to-life tales, then you’ll love Paige Dearth’s gripping novel.**WARNING** 18+ Readers Only. Graphic content and subject matter. (This is a standalone novel)Praise For - Never Be Alone" Haunting ... people on the street will be different. Your heart will hurt, but this book will change you."- Shannon NetGalley"Joon goes from one nightmare to the next but keeping her soul good is a masterclass in storytelling. Dearth's style is like a street VC Andrews with all the drama. Her characters are well drawn and deeply felt. When I close my eyes, I can see them vividly emerge from the darkness." - The Literary License Podcast"The writing is incredibly touching and realistic. A gripping, bold brilliant story!" - Susan Amazon Top Reviewer "Gut-wrenching story of heartache but also a lesson in perseverance and belief. The storytelling is impeccable." - Angela NetGalleyNever Be Alone eBook categories:Horror NovelsPsychological HorrorSuspenseful NovelsThrillerDarkDisturbingCrime FictionMurderFamily Drama NovelsSuspense HorrorKidnapping NovelsScaryRealistic FictionPsychological Thriller

An unbearable tragedy. A life cut short. A dead girl searching for truth.Twelve-year-old Molly suddenly wakes up dead in Limbo after spending four years in and out of hospital beds. Fearful of being forgotten by her family, she wants nothing more than to return to Earth, until her guardian exposes the grim truth about her demise.Devastated, Molly learns everything she believed about her life and death was a lie. But the greatest blow arrives when Molly discovers she isn’t the only one who suffers from unexplained ailments.Unable to reach the living, Molly can only hope for an intervention to prevent the same terrible consequence from happening again.My Final Breath is a suspenseful psychological thriller about an intolerable offense ripping a family apart. If you like twisted tales of loyalty, deception, and intentional acts of evil then you will love this gripping story.

#1 Amazon BestsellerHome isn't safe for young Alessa because her uncle lives there...unfortunately neither are the streets.The beginning of this story is based on Paige Dearth’s life. The remainder of this book is fiction.Alessa's uncle is a child predator, and she's one of his victims.At sixteen, after the death of her only friend, Alessa finds herself isolated at home with her uncle. Unable to live there, she runs away.Alone on the streets of North Philadelphia, she encounters more people who hurt her. About to hit rock bottom, Alessa breaks free from her new tormentors and finds refuge in a shelter for homeless and abused women.Wherever she goes, however, trouble keeps seeking her out, until she meets three people who change the course of her life. Though Alessa's bittersweet journey is fraught with challenges, she does, nevertheless, find fleeting moments of joy. Then, as she settles down, a ghost from the past comes to haunt her, threatening to destroy the very foundation of her small world and plunging her back into an abyss of despair, until she makes her final bid for escape.**WARNING** 18+ Readers Only. Graphic content and subject matter. (This is a standalone novel)Praise For Believe Like A Child"This is one of the most emotional heart wrenching dark family horror stories I have ever read. This story will pull you in from the first paragraph and won't let go until the end. Alessa is a joy to know throughout her journey, you cry with her, for her, praise her, celebrate with her, fear for her. The character building was executed perfectly." - Tea Time With Marce"Believe Like A Child will pull at your heartstrings. Powerful and complex characters leap off the pages. The dramatic ending is one that will stay with you long after you have finished the book." - Jersey Girl Book Reviews"A fresh perspective to what it is like to live on the streets. It's breath-taking literature." - BellaOnline, Literary Fiction Editor"A truly gripping tale of one girl's ordeal and how she survives. The twists and turns in the book will have you gasping and almost throwing your kindle out the window. I guarantee that you will not put this book down until the very end." - Books To Curl Up With Believe Like A Child eBook categories:Horror NovelsPsychological HorrorSuspenseful NovelsRealistic FictionThrillerDarkDisturbingCrime FictionMurderFamily Drama NovelsSuspense HorrorKidnapping NovelsScaryPsychological Thriller

An unbearable tragedy. A life cut short. A dead girl searching for truth.Twelve-year-old Molly suddenly wakes up dead in Limbo after spending four years in and out of hospital beds. Fearful of being forgotten by her family, she wants nothing more than to return to Earth, until her guardian exposes the grim truth about her demise.Devastated, Molly learns everything she believed about her life and death was a lie. But the greatest blow arrives when Molly discovers she isn’t the only one who suffers from unexplained ailments.Unable to reach the living, Molly can only hope for an intervention to prevent the same terrible consequence from happening again.My Final Breath is a suspenseful psychological thriller about an intolerable offense ripping a family apart. If you like twisted tales of loyalty, deception, and intentional acts of evil then you will love this gripping story.