Books by Debra Blaine
Crossing Multiple Genres…
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Award-Winning Novels by Debra Blaine
THRILLERS and DYSTOPIA
CODE BLUE: The Other End of the Stethoscope
Distinguished Favorite of the
New York City Big Book Awards, 2019
Dr. Tobi Lister suspects her patients are being murdered.
And it looks like her medical director is meddling with her patients’ electronic charts.
Tobi tries to tell herself she’s imagining things, but she’s more frightened by the day. And when the man who deserted her decades ago reaches out from the other side of the world, desperately trying to warn her of—something—she totally blows him off. She can NOT go back to all that pain and heartbreak. Besides, she’s barely keeping up with the outrageous demands of the profit-driven healthcare system she works in.
She has no idea that she is in the cross-hairs of a vicious, billion-dollar hacking scheme…
And she is about to become the next victim.
Undue Influences
Winner of the Pinnacle Achievement Award for Political Thrillers, 2021
A population on the brink of madness. A government stoking the flames of extremism. And one man who can defy its power.
Despite the country succumbing to conspiracy theories and misinformation, Russell Vaderman still has faith in the reasonableness of human beings… Until his nephew shows up covered in blood, remembering nothing, and Russell is yanked into a terrifying world of treachery and imperial deceit.
With his extraordinary ability to resist biochemical chicanery, it’s up to him to reverse the malicious mental manipulation the United States’ highest executive offices are using to steer the entire population toward their own crooked ambitions.
But the NSA has other plans for Russell and his new-found talent.
And he can either cooperate or die.
Beyond the Pillars of Salt
Winner of the NABE Pinnacle Achievement Award in Dystopian Fiction, 2022
A brutally savage dictatorship. Their hidden enclave EXPOSED. A planet in geological ruins. There’s nowhere left to run.
Even in the wake of the rising United States autocracy, Russell Vaderman was recklessly confident. He'd kept his refugees concealed for so long, he assumed he could ignore the murderous fanatics just beyond his walls. But when the ground shakes beneath his feet and bombers are spotted on radar, he faces a fate more dire than he'd ever imagined.
The entire power of the US military is bearing down on their encampment. Firing on the enemy could buy them time, but it would risk the destruction of their only key to survival.
When a traitor lures the jets directly to their camp and the mountainside quakes with a record-breaking seismic shudder, Russell fears that all options lead to their annihilation.
Can he get his band of refugees off the planet before they’re all blown to bits by the despots who have replaced American democracy?
Brand New Series:
Birman Bay Cozy Mysteries
If you like comfy whodunnits with a covey of cats showing off their natural magic—nothing paranormal—in a small town setting on the water, you’ll love these tales about a cat rescuer who becomes an amateur sleuth!
Book 1: Catch as Cats Can
Still reeling from the near-loss of two fingers from a cat bite, JD feels like he’s been banished to the edge of the earth when he’s sent to his newly widowed cousin to recuperate. All he wants is to heal quickly and return to his life of saving feral felines.
…until he discovers her husband’s unexpected demise ten days ago was actually homicide.
In fact, the murderer may be living under their roof right now!
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As his mischievous tabby starts uncovering clues missed by the local police, the suspect list grows. Is it the genteel butler, the bungling accountant, the cocksure prospector, or the hidden stalker who’s leaving him hate letters?
As a daring cat rescuer, JD is used to putting his life on the line to save an animal, but he’s wholly unprepared for the danger and intentional malice of fellow human beings.
His mounting unease only strengthens his resolve not to leave Birman Bay until the culprit is caught and his cousin is safe.
Somewhere in this close-knit community is a killer, and the local police are three steps behind the evidence.
The worst is, the story he and his cousin are piecing together makes no sense—and threatens to cost JD more than just his fingers.
Can he fill in the gaps left by the backwoods detective squad and figure out who the assassin is before he and his cousin get murdered themselves?
COMING SOON!
Book 2:
All Claws on Deck
BEST SELLER
Whiskers in the Wild: Saving and Socializing Community Cats
Is that cat wandering through your backyard an abandoned stray, a feral with a family to feed, or simply a housecat on the prowl?
And would you know what to do if it were suffering?
It’s heartbreaking to watch animals struggle, whether from hunger, injury, or human betrayal—especially kittens. Identifying when and how to intervene is crucial for the health and survival of neighborhood cats. When we can confidently give them the support they need, our minds are put at ease.
Not every outdoor mouser can or should be brought inside, but all will benefit from humane care and compassion.
Dr. Debra Blaine has decades of experience parenting cats and learning their habits. Along with a foreword and contributions from renowned cat behaviorist Dr. Rachel Geller, insights from veteran cat trapper Dr. Marge Goldin, and dramatic rescue stories by Long Island’s celebrated cat hero John DeBacker, this resource book will take you on an educational journey that’s alternately heartwarming, tragic, and humorous.
Within these pages, you’ll learn:
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How to safely interact with and provide for the community cats near your home
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When and how to perform Trap-Neuter-Release (TNR) on a cat with or without help, and without spending a fortune
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How to speak “feline” by decoding the meaning of our furry friends’ body language and vocalizations
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How you can vastly contribute to the welfare of cats, even if you don’t have money to spare for donations
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The role of TNR and why it’s so important
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Fantastic ways to bond with your family furball
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How to add a new cat to your household
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Amazing physical and psychological benefits humans receive from parenting a cat
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And more…
Not only will you further enhance your relationships with cats, indoors and out, but sharing this knowledge may soften your neighbors’ tolerance for the colony living behind their garden.
As a cat-lover, you’ll be tickled to read about their quirky habits, unique skills, and the 10,000-year history of the human-feline alliance from deity to devil to dearest. This guide also contains a collection of fun facts that are a must-know for cool cocktail conversations!
Don't miss the chapter that recounts John DeBacker’s sensational saves.
When you buy this book, a portion of the royalties goes to support nonprofit rescue organizations. These funds help defray veterinary fees and the costs of lodging and socializing cats prior to adoption.
Please purchase and lend a paw.
Science Fiction
The Meraki Files is a duology that follows on the heels of Beyond the Pillars of Salt.
I will one day write the third book in the series:
The Meraki Inheritance.
He fled Earth to save his life, but this planet may destroy his mind.
Russell Vaderman thought he could finally breathe easy. Meraki seemed the perfect refuge for him and his fellow fugitives, far beyond the reach of Earth’s brutal despots and unrelenting seismic convulsions. But when a child is kidnapped, and another colonist slays a native with no provocation, the brilliant psychic leader is desperate to avoid battle with 2 alien species.
Yet this planet hides an even more sinister evil, one feared even by the Meraki: The mammoth energy force that enters through the mountain wormhole. A pitiless being of pure energy and unparalleled power that preys on their minds.
If he survives, will he still be human? colonists.
But this planet hides an even more sinister evil, one feared even by the Meraki: The mammoth energy force that enters through the mountain wormhole. A pitiless being of pure energy and unparalleled power that preys on their minds.
Russell knows he is risking his soul and everything that makes him who he is when he goes to face it. Can he unravel its mystery and keep this behemoth from consuming them all?
If you enjoy a hint of metaphysics in your space opera colonization sci-fi and your heart is touched when an ordinary cat becomes the hero of a story, you’ll love this page-turning tale.
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While The Meraki Effect follows sequentially from Beyond the Pillars of Salt, it can also be read as a standalone novel.
A portal to another dimension. An enemy that feeds on terror. And an irresistible allure.
Amira Zariz is terrified. She knew she should stay far away from the mountain, but the compulsion was too powerful, even for a dispassionate former spy like herself. And now she’s on an unprecedented emotional roller coaster ride—for no reason at all.
Although the wormhole is supposed to be dormant now, Amira knows with chilling certainty that something else is using it. And as destructive as the previous monster was, it came for its purposes and left, largely unconscious of the havoc it wreaked. It had no intention to cause harm.
But this entity is different. It’s very aware of the humans on the planet and might have even followed them here.
And—its arrival is personal. It’s calling her… laughing at her…
Amira realizes that she, and she alone, must go to the mountain and shut down the portal. It’s the only way to save them all.
But it’s not likely she’ll ever escape.
Which means, she could be locked away with the soul-sucking demon,
tortured by terror,
For all eternity.
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If you enjoy space operas with strong female characters, suspenseful twists, and mysteries to unravel, you’ll love this tale of courage and redemption by award-winning author, Debra Blaine.
Hey, Author, Wanna Do it Yourself?
Are you going cross-eyed deciphering the 3-Act, 5-Act—even a snowflake model?
Do you wish someone would just break it all down for you so you could get to writing already?
Digesting story arcs, character arcs, and dialogue development is enough to send anyone running for antacids.
But here’s the good news. You don’t need to invest in another college degree
(or buy stock in your local pharmacy).
Everything you need to craft a complete and compelling story is right here in the secret sauce that spices up every good fiction.
Painlessly learn how to hit the important story structure landmarks that will put your tale up there with the “professionals”…
without spending a semester figuring it out.
This guide will help you:
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Create depth in your novel through the proper use of elements
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Craft believable characters and generate authentic dialogue
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Properly pace your story to keep readers turning the pages
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“Write to market” and still tell your story
Plus, show you how to avoid common mistakes authors make.
As a three-time award-winning novelist, writing coach, and editor, I help authors at all stages tighten their prose—or start from scratch.
But when I first embarked on my literary career, I was so befuddled by the mass of information I was supposed to learn.
I wanted to read the essentials…
not the whole library.
Have you been there?
So, I wrote down everything I wish I had known when I started
with the hope of making your journey easier.
"A great resource for aspiring novelists! With clear, actionable advice, this book guides readers through the creative process—from crafting compelling characters to building immersive worlds and developing captivating plots. Whether you're starting your first story or refining your skills, this resource provides the tools and inspiration needed to transform your ideas into narratives. An invaluable guide that will ignite your passion for storytelling and set you on the path to becoming the writer you’ve always dreamed of being."
—CB Samet, award-winning author of The Rider Files, a romantic suspense series
Overwhelmed by the publishing process?
Are you beyond frustrated, waiting months (or years) for an agent to get back to you?
Or is your hybrid publisher saying your book will be 6 months late going to print? (and then, after paying them a fortune, you’ll only get pennies for each book sold?)
And yet…are you terrified by the idea of self-publishing?
This book is for you. I’m a three-time award-winning novelist who has helped dozens of indie authors self-publish their books with worldwide distribution.
And they keep 100% of their royalties.
The first time I self-published, it took only 67 days to go from my final draft through two professional edits, have a killer cover crafted, and get it platformed for distribution around the globe.
You spent long, arduous hours writing your book. Your very soul is on those pages. You deserve to get it released without having to jump through Olympic-sized hoops.
And you deserve to get paid on a monthly basis.
This guide contains everything you need to know to self-publish, and where to find it.
From editors to ISBNs. Also including:
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What to look for when choosing a cover or a designer
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Tips on writing your blurb and choosing categories
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Extra elements you’ll want to place in the back of your title
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How to format your manuscript for upload to any or all distributors
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How royalties are calculated
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And much more
Plus, a step-by-step list of exactly what to do to create a premium book whose quality will be indistinguishable from that of a traditional publishing house.
You can get your treasured book baby out there, everywhere, in no time—and make 4 X the royalties!
Cassidy faces the terrifying truth that her erroneous diagnosis is NOT a mistake: she's been targeted for termination. And in a world where artificial intelligence runs the health system, it's not clear if it's a glitch in programming or if someone wants her dead. Can she save herself and her son before her prescription kills her?
This dystopian medical thriller is available exclusively through Debra Blaine's newsletter, Ink & Scalpel.
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Last, but not least…
A stress-relief coloring book for adults and teens.
Are you feeling stressed?
Does your brain keep chattering away even when you tell it to be still?
Relax and quiet your mind by coloring beautiful mandala animal patterns.
Lose yourself in these enchanting anti-stress designs and reflect on the resilience of each creature. Their strength lies within you as well.
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46 unique mandala animal images to dissolve tension.
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8.5” X 11” single-sided pages to avoid bleed-through. (If you use markers, placing a protective sheet behind the page you're coloring is also recommended.)
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Makes a great gift for holidays and special occasions.
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Mammals, birds, sea creatures, and mythical beings invite you to absorb their positive energy as you color.
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No artificial intelligence was used to generate these patterns.