Meena Mason’s Podcast

Wounded by Lord Aguilon’s perceived snub, Kessa decrees that what is good for the goose is good for the gander, and, in lieu of a bandage, pursues distractions powerful enough to keep her mind off him. Served up on a platter, in the form of a caged wagon, Augustus, the handsome rapscallion who nearly succeeded in robbing the town mint from under Pantheus’ nose, fits the bill. Talented, charming, a...

Ah, to be rivetted by the courageous deeds of Aquina’s Lord Aguilon whilst feasting at his dinner table. A capable storyteller, a handsome lord, adventures fraught with cunning and danger, delicious food: what more could company ask for? What more could Kessa ask for? Apparently, a good deal more.   Audio version of, The Thief's Tale, written and read by Meena Mason. Copyright © Meena Mason   Exce...

This is the teaser for Chapter 10 of Meena Mason's, The Thief's Tale, audio book. 

If Anandrill Forest had wedding bells, they’d be peeling madly, and Kessa would be resentfully plugging her ears. Yes, the day she’s dreaded more than an empty stomach has finally arrived. Aquestria is about to become Lady Fayne, married to the infamous dungeon keeper, and Kessa’s bane. But, even on a unique day such as this, Kessa isn’t completely free of her devotion to Clandestine Services. Cri...

*Spoilers Ahead* Kessa struggles with the bombshell that her sister and Lord Fayne are dating. If she thought that news was devastating; the announcement of their engagement is nigh cataclysmic. Impetuously, Kessa craves a near death experience to help her cope. What she gets is a meeting with the king. What’s the difference, really? Audio version of, The Thief's Tale, written and read by Meena Ma...

Another challenging task under her belt, Kessa sits back to enjoy the spoils of her hard work. Believing her cleverness and generosity will provide a window through which she can crawl to improve her relationship with Aquestria, she finds reality is much crueler. Rumours, like leaves caught in a whirlpool, have been circulating, dampening the sisters' rapport. What happens when one of the rumours...

This is a teaser for Chapter 9 of Meena Mason's, The Thief's Tale, audiobook

Completed the difficult task allotted her by the council of Clandestine Services, Kessa has headed back to Cyrene for a much-needed rest. But Thomas reminds her there is no rest for the skilled or the secretive. Her next big assignment is ready and waiting, posing a unique challenge but also a unique reward if she can manage it.   Audio version of, The Thief's Tale, written and read by Meena Mason...

Teaser for Chapter 8 of, The Thief's Tale, written and read by Meena Mason

Teaser for Chapter 7 of The Thief's Tale audiobook

Aboard Pastoria once again, Kessa stirs the wrests, so to speak, fishing for anything untoward or suspicious. Investigating the crew brings to light personalities, quirks, and dark, murky secrets that were brewing beneath the surface. Her skills will certainly be tested as the spy casts her net for both advantageous alliances and slippery foes. What will be Kessa’s catch of the day?   Audio versio...

Teaser for Chapter 6 of, The Thief's Tale, Audio Book read by the author, Meena Mason.

On her first mission major mission for Clandestine Services, Kessa certainly makes some waves. Audio version of, The Thief's Tale, written and read by Meena Mason. Copyright © Meena Mason Chapter 16 Excerpt: She was enjoying both a breath-taking view out on glossy, moon-lit waters that spanned as far as the eye could see and an intriguing chess match when something enormous in the water caught her...

Kessa finds herself in a situation she’s not entirely sure her training with Clandestine Services prepared her for. Will she hold true to her oath? Will pain and coercion defeat her?   Audio version of, The Thief's Tale, written and read by Meena Mason. Copyright © Meena Mason   Chapter 15 Excerpt: The door hinges squeaked loudly as someone entered the room. Instantly, the tantalizing aroma of fre...

What in the three kingdoms of Nogard has Kessa gotten herself into this time? Has she found a purpose? Has she merely tumbled into something to keep her busy or was it mere tumbling at all? Whatever the case, Kessa has found herself with a choice: keep trudging along day by day at the Cyrenean stables, or take a chance on a new venture. A venture that just might cost her her life, or, perhaps save...

Settling into Cyrenean life isn't proving as seamless for Kessa Decora as it would for the average individual. A monotonous, daily routine never stood much of a chance against the restless, emotional, headstrong teenager, and hence, she's already found herself in a heap of trouble.    Audio version of, The Thief's Tale, written and read by Meena Mason. Copyright © Meena Mason   Chapter 13 Excerpt:...

After their wearying ventures, and, in Kessa's case, a close call with the noose, Kessa and Aquestria are not only in need of some respite, but also some trustworthy allies, some good advice, and somewhere to lay low. Nestled within Red Talon's base with Artex, Rake, and Pantheus, they seem to have found that. Unfortunately, it will not last. Not with the dungeon keeper on their tails. And, althou...

Bright eyes, a brilliant smile, and lovely lashes will not deter nor distract the dungeon keeper from a task. As Odette, a maid in Aquina’s castle, is about to find out. He doesn’t inspire fear in the hearts of adversaries for nothing. Nor was his formidable reputation earned by party tricks. If Malieous Fayne, the infamous dungeon keeper of Acara, wants you to divulge something – there’s no quest...

A band of skilled allies, just what the girls needed. Red Talon, the only rebels that have managed to thwart and frustrate King Casyius are on their side, though the whys and hows of this unexpected, albeit welcome, alliance are as murky as a swamp at midnight. Regardless, the flood of worry and trepidation stemming from being hunted by the dungeon keeper for so long has been temporarily quelled....

The rooster has crowed, ushering in Kessa Decora's final dawn. The dawn that will see her slippery, little neck either stretch or snap... if King Casyius has his way. Although Kessa usually has a knack for foiling the best laid plans, she's in over her head this time.    Audio version of, The Thief's Tale, written and read by Meena Mason. Copyright © Meena Mason   Chapter 9 excerpt (spoliers ahead...

Snagged by the ever competent dungeon keeper and thrown in Acara's jail, Kessa awaits her pending execution.   Audio version of, The Thief's Tale, written and read by Meena Mason. Copyright © Meena Mason   Chapter 8 Excerpt: She’d awoken in what she could only assume was Aquina’s prison, without a clue how she’d gotten there. Her cell was the last one in a string of stone cubicles, fronted by impe...

The cat is out of the bag. The love birds united at last, but, alas, revealing your affection for the love of your life does not supplant the warrant for your arrest nor will it prevent a determined dungeon keeper from stretching your neck at the end of a well-tied noose. Only preparation, craftiness and a lot of luck will do that. While Kessa heals from a disastrous fish bite... ahem... monster b...

Teaser for Chapter 5 of Meena Mason's The Thief's Tale. Read by the author.

Kessa Decora is no stranger to letting her feelings show; unless those feelings happened to be her deepest and most secret. Feelings so secret even she is unaware she has them. Feelings that could toss her into a moat of insecurity, swirl her in a whirlpool of doubt, and leave her for the pragmatism piranhas to devour. The stars have aligned subjugating Kessa to one of her toughest challenges yet...

Who struck Kessa Decora over the head? When consciousness finally returns, what new predicament will the fugitive find herself in this time? And will it widen the rift forming between her and Aquestria?    Audio version of, The Thief's Tale, written and read by Meena Mason. Copyright © Meena Mason   Chapter 5 Excerpt: The merry chirping of birds, usually a cheerful sound to regain consciousness to...