Jerry Moreno
Jerry Moreno
An Author Whose Works Celebrate Love and Identity
My Name is Jerry Moreno
I was an executive in the financial industry for over 30 years. Now, I pursue my real passion - writing. I'm an avid reader, love the theater, and I volunteer as a Paramedic with my local rescue squad. When I'm not writing, I'm cooking or playing the piano. I have three sons, a daughter-in-law and a grandson that I love and adore immensely.
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BOOKS
M/M Gay Romances Where Characters That Face Overwhelming Odds Always Have A Happy Ending!
Miles To Go
Unemployed, nearly broke and deeply in the closet, Cody desperately needs some direction in his life. Then he meets Wayne - by chance - who seems to have it all together.
Coming out is something Cody never thought he’d do. Living in a small town with a deeply religious mother makes him believe he’ll be alone forever. Wayne, although surrounded by a loving and supportive family, aches for the feeling of true love.
They embark on an adventurous journey together - to Nashville, New Orleans and Dallas - which gives Cody the opportunity he’s needed to figure out who he is and who he wants to be.
Wayne sees in Cody the chance for a deeply meaningful relationship – but only if he can find the courage to come out.
Wayne sees in Cody the chance for a deeply meaningful relationship – but only if he can find the courage to come out.
Can Wayne inspire Cody to come out? Can Cody fill the void in Wayne’s life? Are the obstacles too great or will love win in the end?
Whispers in Sycamore Hollow
Cody comes from abject poverty and Michael comes from extraordinary wealth. What they have in common is being shunned and abused by their families for being gay. Through completely different circumstances, they both arrive in the same, rural Georgia town and when they meet, the attraction is instant and strong. While meeting some wonderful people who are loving and supportive, they also face bigotry, homophobia and hate. As the attacks on them get more intense, Michael and Cody rely more heavily on each other (and their support circle). Each new assault serves only to strengthen and deepen their relationship.
In the midst of this storm of violence, they are forced to confront their families and resolve the issues that remain.
Refusing to back down, they present themselves to their families as a loving couple, only to be rejected once again. Meanwhile, an unknown perpetrator escalates his attacks on their home, Michael’s business and even their very lives.
With the help of their friends and a Sheriff committed to ending the violence, what could have been a life-ending altercation results in the capture of the culprit. Feeling a renewed sense of freedom and safety, Michael and Cody make a Christmastime visit to Michael’s college friends. Choosing to build a future in a new city, surrounded by people they generally care about, Michael and Cody finally get to experience their better days.
Knights of Magic
Alexander is a handsome prince who treats Nicolas, the head of his Knights, as his personal plaything. Nicolas, however, is in love with the powerful wizard, Elian, who has just arrived at the castle. Elian’s magical abilities have not been seen for generations. Alexander knows that his magic is the key to the kingdom’s future but he must give up hope of loving Nicolas if he is to count on Elian’s assistance.
As Nicolas and Elian grow closer, Alexander’s jealousy grows. Elian’s magic is their only hope for survival but it comes at a physical cost. Will Alexander’s jealousy drive him to ask for more magic than Elian can handle? Will he sacrifice Elian to get Nicolas back and save the kingdom? Can Nicolas prevent Elian’s death?
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SHORT STORIES
Sweater Guy
A Michael Gauge Story
On a cold, winter evening in New Orleans, Michael Gauge waits impatiently for his BFF to meet him for happy. Across the bar, he spies a handsome man and through an unfortunate series of disastrous events, they meet. In short order, Michael is intrigued. Is he gay? Why is he in New Orleans—his bright, multi-colored sweater makes it obvious he’s a tourist. Is he interested in Michael or just looking for a drinking buddy?
A quick dinner and a walk through the French Quarter lead to more drinks at a piano bar. The inhibitions drop, Michael comes out and the handsome Jack Robbins reveals the real reason he’s in New Orleans. Does this man hold promise for Michael? Can they overcome the distance between them? Could they possibly have a future together?