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D. Lara Smith

Writer of fiction and nonfiction exploring curiosity, creativity, human nature, and the strange intersections between people and place.

Author of the forthcoming novel The Edge.

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Books

The Edge

Coming Fall 2026

A post-apocalyptic novel exploring survival, resilience, and what remains when the familiar world disappears.

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Previous Books

Using Other People’s Money to Get Rich

Using other people s money is becoming an increasingly common practice. In fact, you have probably used other people s money at some point without even realizing it. Even Donald Trump used other people’s money to finance his investments. Now, with this book, you too can knowingly use other people’s money to increase your wealth.

Camping Virginia and West Virginia

Within each campground listing is vital information on location, road conditions, fees, reservations, available facilities, and recreational activities. The listings are organized by geographic area, and thorough site maps will simplify the search for the perfect campground. Virginia and West Virginia offer a surprising array of quiet, out-of-the-way parks replete with lakes, rivers, rugged hills, and even rocky cliffs. Camping Virginia and West Virginia provides useful tips on camping etiquette and enjoying—or avoiding—the state’s diverse and abundant wildlife.

Publications

UP.ST.ART Annapolis Magazine

Indie Author Magazine

What’s Up? Annapolis

Annapolis Underground

Taste of the Bay Magazine

The Herb Quarterly

Corridor Inc.

Chesapeake Taste Magazine

The Capital Gazette

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