You may have noticed that I let my traditional fiction writing go stagnant this year; I haven’t published any books since DSHTPS in October 2022. I have some pangs of sadness about that. I have so many drafts in various stages of being written and edited, some of which I definitely hope to release in …
My first time making one of these posts! I’m proud to have published two short stories and two novellas this year, all starring queer characters. Short Fiction “Different Ways” in Prismatic Dreams (anthology), June 2022 – fantasy – 3,800 wordsDockworker Dane goes to Syro to learn magic, but their relationship ends up yielding something entirely …
It’s here! Check out a sampling of some of the lovely reviews from early readers: This novella had me captivated from page one and didn’t loosen its grip until the end and beyond (I’m still thinking about it). O’Connell’s ability to write a novella that reads as strongly with characterization, emotion, and plot as a …
Dirt-Stained Hands, Thorn-Pierced Skin now available Read More »
The sequel to Structural Integrity is coming! At 38,000 words, it’s over three times as long as the first one—so three times the angst, drama, and feelings. The release date is TBA, but here is the blurb… After realizing how badly he was failing his partner, Yaan promised to do better. Being open and vulnerable with Kel …
It’s here! The beautiful cover for my little novella, designed and illustrated by the amazing Laya Rose Art! And here as well is an ARC link and a preorder link (right now only on Gumroad, but Amazon and other links are coming soon!). This 12.5k story is the first chapter in the adventures of these …
My poem “Summit Hill Park (Victoria, BC)”, about one of my favorite places, is out now in Sylvia magazine. <3
My short story “Flying is Less Terrifying” is out now at The Storyteller Series: Print Edition! Queer college students work to master their lowkey paired superpower… while maybe developing feelings along the way. POV-character Jordan is a trans guy and love-interest Will is a gender-questioning baby queer. <3