Excerpt from Angel Hero, Murder in Hawai’i

By Lizbeth Hartz | February 18, 2026

Sunday clouds blotted out the sunrise, leaving a gray and overcast dawn. I couldn’t bear to stay in my condo’s silent rooms and think the same agitated thoughts over and over. My plan had been to drive up Allele Heights Drive and walk along streets canopied with golden shower trees, past stately homes bordered by…

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I’m Little White, A Flame-Point Cat

By Lizbeth Hartz | January 27, 2026

A Siamese, Albino, Ginger mix, I like to fussLittle Mama was a feral Tabby, I was newborn when Liz adopted usAnd my sisters, Little Yellow and Big WhiteBarry and Liz loved us, they did us rightScared, skinny Little Mama came crying for food, she couldn’t be a quitter With us three girls growing inside her, me…

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Unmasking the Mask: Sociopathic Traits & How to Spot Them

By Lizbeth Hartz | September 25, 2025

We’ve all heard the term “sociopath,” often associated with thrilling fictional villains or chilling true crime. But what does it truly mean, and how can you recognize the signs in real life? Understanding sociopathic behavior is crucial for personal safety and navigating complex relationships. This guide will equip you with the knowledge to identify key…

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The Spark of Short: How Poetry and Lyrics Can Recharge Your Creativity

By Lizbeth Hartz | February 4, 2025

As a writer, I know the feeling of staring at a blank page, willing inspiration to strike. But what if I told you that some of the most potent doses of creative renewal can be found in the smallest of packages? Yes, I’m talking about the magic of short-form writing, including poetry and lyrics. These…

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Bridging Love and Afterlife: Firehouse Ghost III

By Lizbeth Hartz | April 4, 2024

Tonight. Vic shuddered. Am I ready? Will Liz be ready? He focused his entire consciousness on Liz. Her thought penetrated him: I love you so much, Vic. Part of me wants Jaku to kill my body so I can go with you. Vic’s expanded heart shrank into a small, sore lump. “You won’t be allowed…

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Whispered Connections: Firehouse Ghost II

By Lizbeth Hartz | March 6, 2024

Despair gripped Vic in a vise and whisked him to Jaku’s side. The murderer smirked as he polished the barrel of his .357. “Boom!” He mimicked the loud sound of the gun discharging. “I’m gonna waste that bitch.” He chuckled, imagining the terror on Liz’s face as he jammed the gun against her head and…

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