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Sometimes best intentions become laments over time. A coach uses harsh discipline on a sensitive player he wants to become a leader. A father wants his son to learn responsibility so he suggests he join the military. A mother hesitates to help her daughter because of moral issues. A friend tries to protect a widow from harm’s way. These stories and more delve into actions that don’t always turn out as planned.

Michael Embry is the author of seven novels, three nonfiction sports books, and a short-story collection. He spent more than 30 years in the media as a reporter, sportswriter, and editor. He was formerly a member of the U.S. Basketball Writers Association, National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association, Romance Writers of America, and Kentucky Romance Writers. Embry served as a judge for the Kentucky Literary Awards for two years was on the executive board of the Kentucky Book Fair for six years. He has been recognized in Who's Who in America since 2004. Embry lives in Frankfort, Ky., with his wife, Mary, and Chorkies, Bailey and Belle.