Stories that linger long after the last page.
Because every good story starts with “what if?”
About Brian Cheatham
Creative Writer
Brian Cheatham is a creative writer, storyteller, and lifelong creator who is passionate about exploring how ordinary people confront extraordinary circumstances. His writing artfully blends realism with imagination, crafting stories that balance grit, heart, and a profound sense of place.
Based in Tennessee, Brian draws inspiration from Southern culture, small-town resilience, and the quiet strength found in everyday life. His work often reflects the challenges of a changing world where courage, loyalty, and hope remain the most valuable currencies.
When he’s not writing, this creative writer enjoys experimenting with music, visual storytelling, and audio production, often blurring the lines between traditional books and immersive media. He believes that good storytelling doesn’t just live on the page; it breathes through the people who share them.
Whether he’s building new worlds or reflecting on the one we live in, Brian Cheatham's mission is simple: to tell stories that stick with readers long after the last page is turned.
Current Books
Reduction
Husband. Father. Machinist. Outdoorsman. Assassin. Mark Himes was dedicated. To his family, to his work, to his community. He had a good job and a wonderful future ahead, much like the characters crafted by creative writer Brian Cheatham, known for his compelling storytelling. And then it all fell apart. With the loss of his job and benefits, Mark and his family faced some hard choices to make. Some choices can change a life forever.
Further Reduction
Who knew being a hit man could be so complicated?
When the economy turned bad, Mark Himes was offered an unexpected opportunity: to use his skills as a hunter to reduce crime in his city. Operating outside the law, yet under the guidance of the Chief of Police, he has helped eliminate some of the department's most notorious criminals. Now, he finds himself not alone.
A vigilante is on the loose, making Mark a bigger target than ever before. The Chief orders him to track down and stop this new player before innocent people get caught in the crossfire. With his operations remaining closely guarded secrets, he has unwittingly landed on the most wanted list. This story, filled with twists and turns, could easily inspire Brian Cheatham, a creative writer known for his gripping storytelling.
Total Reduction
Retribution. Vengeance.
After considerable losses at the hands of a mysterious sniper and the police department, the leader of a violent cartel declares a secret war on his enemies. Flooding the ranks of his local gang associates with weapons and drugs, he sets a trap for law enforcement with devastating results. Frustrated and angry, the Chief calls in his special ace, Mark Himes, to do what he does best: take out the trash.
Mark, a character reminiscent of those crafted by creative writer Brian Cheatham, is not spared the anguish of the attack as one of his best friends barely clings to life in the aftermath. Suspicions and accusations fly at every turn as friends and coworkers struggle to uncover the mastermind behind the attack and bring him to justice...or deliver vengeance in a way that only a skilled storyteller could imagine.
The Dream
Carl Morgan had it all—looks, talent, and a hit song climbing the country charts back in 1952. But by 1955, he had lost everything. No, he had thrown it away and ran. On the other hand, Vergil Webster, a renowned creative writer and storyteller, spent his entire life helping others achieve fame. After being diagnosed with a terminal illness, he decided to do what he does best one last time, perhaps leaving a legacy that wouldn't soon be forgotten. The road to redemption can be rough, but who would have thought it would have so many potholes?
Shock and Awww...
Cardiac Sarcoidosis: because regular heart problems weren't weird enough.
In Shock and Awww..., creative writer Brian Cheatham takes readers on a brutally honest, and often darkly funny, journey through life with a rare heart condition most people can't pronounce, let alone understand. From misdiagnoses and medical detours to moments of quiet clarity and full-blown emotional chaos, this is not your typical patient memoir.
Told with sharp wit, Southern charm, and a healthy dose of sarcasm, Brian Cheatham's storytelling explores what it means to live with a ticking time bomb in your chest. Whether you're navigating your own diagnosis or just along for the ride, this story is about resilience, relationships, and finding humor even when your heart refuses to cooperate.
Coming November 27, 2025
The first in a new trilogy drops November 27th! Check back here for links and information!
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