Laura Oles

Where Will You Hide Now?

Jamie Rush built a business based on bringing those in hiding back to answer for their actions. When her estranged brother, Brian, calls and says his daughter Kristen is missing, Jaime begins digging into Kristen’s life, uncoverng her niece’s most guarded secrets. Uncovering the truth will put a target on Jamie’s back and endanger the lives of those she loves.
Mystery and Mayhem with Elements of Eclipse

In Laura’s short story, Ocean’s Fifty, a man leaves corporate life behind for a simple life living in the idyllic island town of Port Aransas, Texas. His world is turned upside down when one simple act of kindness brings a chilling cascade of unintended consequences.
Fourteen Tales of Texas

Presented by Austin Mystery Writers (AMW), this features some of crime fiction’s top talents along with up-and-coming writers in the genre. This anthology includes a diverse selection of crime fiction, blending historical mystery with gritty noir. There’s something for every mystery lover in Lone Star Lawless.
Mystery Most Geographical

The Malice Domestic anthology series returns with a new take on mysteries in the Agatha Christie tradition -- 30 original tales set around the world! Laura Oles’ short story, Island Time, was chosen for the Malice Domestic Mystery Most Geographical Anthology, which includes a Foreword by Nancy Pickard. Like DAUGHTERS OF BAD MEN, Island Time takes place in Port Alene, Texas, but features a different family struggling with an impossible decision. It’s a story of small town secrets and big consequences.

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Meet Your Partner in Crime.

Laura Oles is a photo industry journalist who spent twenty years covering tech and trends before turning to crime fiction. She has been widely published in numerous photography magazines and has served as a columnist for several trade and consumer publications. Laura is a Silver Falchion winner and finalist for the Claymore Award and the Writers’ League of Texas Award. She is also a member of Sisters in Crime and Austin Mystery Writers.

Where Will You Hide Now?

Mystery and Mayhem with Elements of Eclipse

Fourteen Tales of Texas

Mystery Most Geographical

Meet Your Partner in Crime.

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Book Finalist for Claymore Award

Short Story Selected for Malice Domestic 13

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