San Marcos, Texas Jan 1, 2026 (Issuewire.com) - Acclaimed author and Texas native Arthur L. Taylor has earned national recognition with the release of his award-winning book, Dark Hearts Iron Hands: The Conspiracy—published January 8, 2025, and now available on Amazon Kindle and global platforms. The book was recently honored with the 2025 International Book Award for its gripping narrative and timely social relevance.
A Story of Perseverance, Justice, and the Human Spirit
Dark Hearts Iron Hands: The Conspiracy follows the real-life inspired journey of Geraldine Williams Taylor, a woman shaped by the tight-knit, faith-centered community of Chappell Hill, Texas, and now a longtime resident of San Marcos. After dedicating nearly 30 years of compassionate service as a nurse, Geraldine suddenly becomes the victim of workplace discrimination—an injustice that forces her into a grueling legal battle winding its way through the federal court system.
The book shines a piercing light on the emotional toll of discrimination and the resilience required to confront systems designed to silence. Geraldine’s story illustrates the strength found in community, faith, and personal conviction as she fights not only for her dignity, but for the dignity of countless others who have endured similar struggles.
More than a legal drama, this deeply human narrative is a testament to perseverance, hope, and the ongoing fight for civil rights in America.
The First Installment of the Dark Hearts Trilogy
Dark Hearts Iron Hands: The Conspiracy serves as the opening chapter of Arthur L. Taylor’s powerful Dark Hearts Trilogy, a sweeping examination of injustice, resilience, and the pursuit of truth. The complete trilogy includes:
Book One: Dark Hearts Iron Hands: The Conspiracy
Book Two: The Trial — coming 2026
Book Three: The Verdict — final installment releasing in 2026
Each book builds on Geraldine’s courageous journey, uncovering deeper layers of corruption, perseverance, and triumph.
A Glimpse into the Next Release: Murder on the Front Street
In addition to the success of his current title, Arthur L. Taylor is preparing to release his highly anticipated second book, Murder on the Front Street—a sharp departure in genre, showcasing his versatility as a storyteller.
Murder on the Front Street is a tense, fast-paced crime thriller set in a gritty Texas community shaken by a shocking homicide. As detectives race to uncover the truth, long-buried secrets threaten to resurface, revealing a deeper, darker conspiracy beneath the violence. Taylor brings his signature realism, emotional depth, and sharp dialogue to this new series, offering readers a gripping narrative that explores justice from an entirely different lens.
A full announcement and release date will follow later this year.
About the Author
Arthur L. Taylor is a dedicated writer whose work highlights truth, courage, and the resilience of everyday people. Through his fiction and real-life inspired narratives, he gives a voice to individuals facing discrimination and adversity, challenging readers to confront the injustices that persist in modern society.
Praise for the Author
- “I’ve read his first book, but Murder on the Front Street just hits different.”
- “Dark Hearts Iron Hands reads like a conversation with someone you’ve known your whole life, honest, emotional, and impossible to walk away from.”
Availability
Dark Hearts Iron Hands is now available on Amazon Kindle. Local readers are encouraged to begin the trilogy and experience the award-winning story that has already gained national attention.
Dark Hearts Iron Hands: The Conspiracy Book Link: https://a.co/d/c1OMRqO
Murder On the Front Street Book Link: https://a.co/d/dq4E82A
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