Faraday's Popcorn Factory - Hardcover

A unique love develops between Willow, a black woman still recovering from a painful failed marriage, and her new neighbor Clement, who may be a little strange but who gives her the courting and attention she needs.

A Heroic Novel of Passion and Compassion
I had two goals for FPF: 1) Honoring the Heroic -- if the saying "Success is a journey; not a destination" is true, then adventure can be plentiful. Just as with the wonder-filled myths of old, mentors, magicians and monsters still exist. Honoring the magnificent heart, recognizing helpers and handling obstructions is as important to FPF as is my understanding of an artist's work. 2) Artistry -- beyond sparkle and entertainment, my fiction (sensual, evocative and poetic) must reflect human failings and suggest higher callings. Thus, the challenge facing FPF's main characters is (like popcorn) to allow heat and tension to make them bigger. There is joy, surprise and one of the finest fiends in fiction within FPF's pages. This novel was eight years in the making. My hope is that readers will savor this mythic and spiritual work, then discuss. The emerging womanliness of Willow, the reluctant and romantic hero Clement and the returning to life of the cynical Jimmy make for great reading, as do the star voyages and making of violent storms. FPF is an intricate, multi-layered, emotion-rich adventure that I believe is distinctive, New Age and cutting edge. Relax with FPF and enjoy a thoughtful, thought-provoking adult fairy-tale that will tear at and warm your heart. I look forward to talking with readers on-line and will post an e-mail address soon.