“Charlie’s Diner” by Dennis F. Killeen will be showcased at the 2026 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books

The self-publishing and book marketing company ReadersMagnet will showcase Dennis F. Killeen’s book “Charlie’s Diner” at the 2026 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books. The premier outdoor literary festival, which is the largest of its kind in the country, will be held on April 18-19, 2026, at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.

“Charlie’s Diner” is a gripping tale of grief, envy, and the fragile nature of family life. The novel centers on Charlie Winter, a widower haunted by the loss of his wife and young daughter. Despite his wealth, Charlie cannot escape the emptiness of his heart and becomes consumed with envy toward families who still experience love and joy.

The Owen family represents the image of a happy household, though their finances are modest. Paul believes he earns enough for Ann to stay home and care for their two children, while Ann sees their money differently and shoulders much of the financial burden. Their ordinary family disagreements highlight the gap between appearance and reality in the pursuit of happiness.

A seemingly ordinary lunch at Charlie’s favorite diner becomes the catalyst for change. In one fateful encounter, the lives of the Owen family are changed forever. Killeen’s story examines how loss can impact human behavior and how unexpected events can challenge even the strongest family bonds.

“Charlie’s Diner” is a compelling, character-driven novel that blends emotional depth with suspenseful storytelling, demonstrating Killeen’s talent for exploring complex human emotions and relationships.

Order a copy today, available in paperback, hardcover, and e-book on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Visit ReadersMagnet at the L.A. Times Festival of Books at booth 225 and experience firsthand the story behind “Charlie’s Diner.” Learn more about Killeen and his work by visiting his website at www.vci-us.com.

Author
With over 50 years of experience in creating and implementing computerized business and security systems, Dennis Killeen was looking for a new creative challenge. Throughout his life, he had written many business contracts, proposals, and documentation, some of which had a touch of storytelling. Along the way, he had also tried his hand at poetry, writing short articles for local newspapers, but he knew he had to do something more. Knowing that storytelling was a tradition in his family and among his friends, Dennis decided to focus his writing skills on telling his own stories. Today, he writes to fulfill that lifelong passion and to share his stories with readers everywhere.

“Charlie’s Diner”
Author: Dennis F. Killeen
Genre: Mystery/Thriller/Romance
Publisher: Xlibris US
Published date: January 13, 2021

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