More Books and Short Stories
by Laura DeHart Young
Laura DeHart Young has written seven books, as well as short stories published in author anthologies capturing unexpected moments of love and adventure.
Most of these Naiad Press classic titles can still be purchased on Amazon.com, Thrift Books, eBay and other popular gently used bookshops online.
There Will Be No Goodbyes
Liz (Buddie) Callow is a radio news reporter in Washington, D.C. These days, she is caring for her closest friend, Chris, who lives on a horse farm in Virginia and has never needed Buddie more—Chris’s health is increasingly precarious.
Accompanied to a gay rights rally by a homophobic colleague, Buddie interviews high-powered organizer Kate McGowan…And Buddie’s already complicated life turns a new corner.
Kate is alluring, charming, talented—but anguish from the past festers: a brother, dead in a boating tragedy in which Kate was involved…And, beautiful, dangerous first love Rachel, whose behavior in the past does not deter her plans for Kate’s future…
Buddie, somehow, must use the health of her own life to contend with homophobia in her job, to bring strength to Kate—and to Chris.
This potent, utterly believable story of contemporary lesbian life and love and friendship will touch you to the core.
This is a classic sapphic novel published by the groundbreaking Naiad Press in 1997. New editions are not currently available but gently used copies can be purchased online by the next generation of readers and collectors.
Intimate Stranger
While covering a gruesome murder, Chicago Tribune crime photographer, Cole Evans, finds herself strongly attracted to the victim's niece, Tray Roberts.
Although Cole has yet to resolve her feelings for her ex-lover and best friend, she and Tray begin a heated flirtation that quickly ignites into blazing passion.
But how well does Cole really know Tray Roberts? Will attraction lead her down a road she could never have anticipated?
Mystery leads to mystery in this compelling drama about murder, trust, and betrayal.
This is a classic sapphic novel published by the groundbreaking Naiad Press in 1997. New editions are not currently available but gently used copies can be purchased online by the next generation of readers and collectors.
Short Stories
Private Passions
To outside observers, Atlanta-based advertising executive Sara Gray is a pillar of strength -- the picture of a woman in total control. But deep inside, her life is raging in turmoil. The daily stress of competing in the dog-eat-dog corporate world is being cruelly intensified by the emotional strain of a terrible secret -- the physical and emotional battering she received at the hands of her ex-lover.
Scores of women would love to give Sara the comfort she needs, including popular club owner Kristie Trevor, and dynamic local activist Jasmin Matthews. But how can she bring herself to trust them? For despite what her mind and body may tell her, Sara's wounded heart is still held prisoner by the devastating power of the past.
This is a classic sapphic novel published by the groundbreaking Naiad Press in 1997. New editions are not currently available but gently used copies can be purchased online.
Enough Said
A rocky start and ongoing communication difficulties just make Kate more determined to get to know Casmin.
"Enough Said" originally appeared in The Touch of Your Hand published by Naiad Press.
Night Watch
Drew Logan works rotating security shifts at an architectural design firm. The one person she can count on to brighten her day happens to be vice president of the company, way out of her league. Kathleen Jordan spends far too much time at work for a VP—late nights, weekends, weekend nights—and Drew likes being to one to watch over her.
"Night Watch" originally appeared in Dancing in the Dark Published by Naiad Press.
Southern Nights
When her relationship crumbles, Sara knows there’s only one person she’ll go to—her best friend Kelly. Kelly, who’s been there every time…and knows just how hot those Southern nights can get.
"Southern Nights" originally appeared in Lady Be Good Published by Naiad Press.
Now or Never
Hesitant by nature, Jamie Reed watches her terminally ill brother embrace life and its challenges. Can she do the same for love?
"Now or Never" originally appeared in The Very Thought of You Published by Naiad Press.
Hearts of Summer
Grad student Lori runs out of habit, not for enjoyment. When she notices Jackie sitting outside watching her, she has a reason to run each night.
"Hearts of Summer" originally appeared in The First Time Ever published by Naiad Press.
Three to Tango: A Chain Gang Chronicle
A swanky Valentine's dance at an upscale hotel traces the escapades of three women: the Latina businesswoman, Selina Garcia — Lucretia Maria Teresa Siciliano, better known at "Luca," the butch that conquered every woman she met — and the inexperienced and shy loner, Jane Osborne. Their paths cross and lives change as seductive dancing turns into unexpected passion.
Written in tandem by three original Naiad Press authors and friends: Peggy J. Herring, Therese Szymanski, and Laura DeHart Young.
All Hallows' Eve
What happens when a Salem witch reincarnates, a shapeshifting specter turns into the Big Bad Wolf, and a butch vampire meet at a yearly sapphic Halloween party in Massachusetts? Burning passion, haunted meetings, and a bloodsucking night of bodies delighted inside a decadent haunted mansion.
Written in tandem by three original Naiad Press authors and friends: Peggy J. Herring, Therese Szymanski, and Laura DeHart Young.