It's my good fortune to be the author of two novels and an award-winning collection of short stories. My debut novel, THE ULTIMATE THREAT (http://amzn.com/1514283948) has twice been an Amazon bestseller, first  following its release in June 2015 and again in December 2017. It also placed second for Best Thriller Novel of 2015 in an international readers' poll.
       My collection of short stories, ENCOUNTERS WITH LIFE - TALES OF LIVING, LOVING AND LAUGHTER (http://amzn.com/162526271X) was chosen Best Short Story collection (open class) in the same competition. 
     My novel, THE MAIDSTONE CONSPIRACY (http://amzn.com/B016OUM81S), in 2017 was chosen Best Contemporary Mystery Novel in a competition sponsored by McGrath House, London, UK
    I've written more than 120 short stories, some of which have received international awards. My work has appeared in more than a dozen anthologies and literary journals, both in print and online. Samples can be found on my blog, www.JamesOsborneNovels.com. 
     I am a former investigative journalist, teacher, army officer, corporate executive and business owner. 
    My website/blog is at www.JamesOsborneNovels.com; my author page on Amazon is at (www.amazon.com/author/jamesosborne), and my Goodreads page can be accessed at (https://www.goodreads.com/JamesOsborne).