Hans M Hirschi

Biography

Hans M Hirschi has been writing stories since childhood. As an adult, the demands of corporate life put an end to his fiction for more than twenty years. A global executive in training, he has traveled the world and published several non-fiction titles as well as four well-received novels. The birth of his son provided him with the opportunity to rekindle his love of creative writing, where he expresses his deep passion for a better world through love and tolerance. Hans lives with his husband and son on a small island off the west coast of Sweden.

Where to find Hans M Hirschi online

Series

The Golden One
The Golden One is an exciting new young adult fantasy trilogy dealing with urgent topics affecting humanity today.
Valerius and Evander
A children's series by Hans M Hirschi
The Dragon Princess
Price: $3.99 USD.
Jonathan Trilogy
The 'accidental trilogy' from Hans M Hirschi
Jonathan's Hope
Price: $4.99 USD.
Jonathan's Promise
Price: $4.99 USD.
Jonathan's Legacy
Price: $4.99 USD.

Books

Anna and the Lost Zorn
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 61,210. Language: English. Published: April 6, 2023 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Themes & motifs » Crime
A story of perseverance and how even the most shattering events in our personal lives can evolve into the foundation of something stronger. It’s a tale of love and second chances amid a family tragedy set on a small, idyllic island off the West Coast of Sweden.
Michel – Fallen Angel of Paris
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 77,280. Language: English. Published: April 30, 2022 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » Literature » Literary, Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay
Preparing to evacuate from an approaching hurricane, Haakon Chitragar stumbles upon the diary of his first love, Michel, who died from AIDS in his arms in November of 1986. Diary in hands, Haakon embarks on a journey back in time, to learn about Michel’s life, his difficult and painful path to accepting his true self, despite pressure from family, church, and society.
The Vampire Who Lost Her Fangs
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 980. Language: English. Published: June 9, 2020 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Health & Daily Living / General, Fiction » Children’s books » Fiction
Losing your first tooth can be pretty scary, but imagine what it’s like for a vampire! Written by bestselling author Hans M Hirschi and illustrated by Finn Swan, The Vampire Who Lost Her Fangs is a funny short story for kids (and their parents) facing that important milestone in growing up.
Matt: More Than Words
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 69,790. Language: English. Published: April 30, 2020 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Literature » Literary
Matt–More Than Words is the story of a life without that which most of us take for granted: the ability to communicate. It is a story of suffering, abuse, loneliness, family, friendship, love, hope, and—finally—a green light, a future.
Felix and the Orphanage
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 1,740. Language: English. Published: February 20, 2020 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Fairy tales & fables, Fiction » Children’s books » Family / Orphans & Foster Homes
Every child deserves a home and loving parents. Princes Valerius and Evander want a family of their own, but how? Will the wise, old dragon be able to help them again? Another classic bedtime story for children of all ages written by bestselling author Hans M Hirschi and illustrated by Finn Swan.
The Golden One – Reckoning
Series: The Golden One. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 67,470. Language: English. Published: September 19, 2019 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » Young adult or teen » Fantasy, Fiction » Young adult or teen » LGBTQ+
Reckoning is the final installment of the gripping fantasy trilogy about Jason Mendez, the Golden One, who is called upon to save the world with his four best friends. Will Jason be successful? At what price? Will Earth be safe? The Golden One is an exciting fantasy trilogy dealing with urgent topics affecting humanity today.
The Golden One – Deceit
Series: The Golden One. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 68,100. Language: English. Published: March 14, 2019 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » Young adult or teen » Fantasy, Fiction » Young adult or teen » LGBTQ+
While Jason and his four friends are trying to figure out why Mother sent the Golden One to Amberville. Powerful enemies lurk in the shadows, ready to make Jason’s existence a living hell. Don’t miss the continuation of the thrilling fantasy trilogy about seventeen-year-old Jason Mendez, aka the Golden One, as he navigates the shoals of deception of the people supposedly closest to him.
The Golden One – Blooming
Series: The Golden One. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 66,860. Language: English. Published: November 15, 2018 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » Young adult or teen » Fantasy, Fiction » Young adult or teen » LGBTQ+
Jason is the Golden One, called upon to avert a major crisis threatening Earth. With no golden butterfly sighted since the final days of World War II, will Jason be able to walk in his predecessors' shoes? Will he be able to replicate their historic achievements and save the planet from all but certain disaster? And what exactly is threatening Mother Nature to call upon the Golden One?
The Dragon Princess
Series: Valerius and Evander, Book 1. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 1,200. Language: English. Published: September 20, 2018 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Fairy tales & fables, Fiction » Children’s books » Fiction
Love is love and dragons are evil or are they really? The Dragon Princess is a story about love and how it holds the power to transform even the coldest of hearts. A classic bedtime story for children of all ages written by bestselling author Hans M Hirschi and beautifully illustrated by Finn Swan.
Returning to the Land of the Morning Calm
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 66,000. Language: English. Published: May 21, 2018 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Cultural & ethnic themes » Asian American
Martin is eighty-four years old, a Korean War veteran, living quietly in a retirement home in upstate New York. His days are ruled by the routine of the staff, but in his thoughts and dreams, Martin often returns to the Seoul of his youth, and the lost true love of his life. A story of friendship, love and family, in all its many shapes, across time, generations and cultures.
Clara
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 6,570. Language: English. Published: December 7, 2017 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » Literature » Literary, Fiction » Women's fiction » General
This is a short story about Clara—best be described as “a Clara”—who one day discovers a tall, elegantly dressed, and thus completely misplaced mystery woman in the local cemetery, standing over a grave that is never visited by anyone. Clara knows because the son of the couple buried there was Clara’s best and only friend in childhood. Will curiosity get the better of Clara that day?
Never Too Late
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 128,860. Language: English. Published: December 7, 2017 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » General, Fiction » Anthologies » Short stories - multi-author
Never Too Late is a collection of nine stories featuring characters over the age of fifty – stories of travel, finding your purpose, of friendships past and present, and of love. Never Too Late brings you to a world where gender sees no borders, where the only way you’re identified is by the goodness of your heart.
Disease
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 57,940. Language: English. Published: October 26, 2017 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Themes & motifs » Family sagas
When journalist Hunter MacIntyre is diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s, he realizes that his life is about to change, not to mention that he’s been handed a certain death sentence. Disease is a story of Alzheimer’s, seen through the eyes of one affected family.
Last Winter's Snow
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 66,890. Language: English. Published: April 6, 2017 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Cultural & ethnic themes » Cultural interest, general
Last Winter's Snow portrays recent LGBT history from a Swedish perspective, from the days when being gay was considered a 'mental disorder' to today's modern anti-discrimination legislation and the move toward equality. It's also the story of one couple and the ups and downs of everyday life, as they navigate society's changing rules and attitudes toward them and their relationship.
Common Sense - In Business & Life (2nd Edition)
Price: $9.99 USD. Words: 60,270. Language: English. Published: December 15, 2016 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Business ethics, Nonfiction » Business & Economics » Business communication / general
Using his thorough experience from business and management from all corners of the world, Hans demonstrates that “common sense” is not as common as you might think. What is regarded as common sense in Sweden isn’t necessarily true in China, Tunisia or Brazil. He uses clear examples to provide insight into cultural differences that affect the world of business as well as everyday life.
Jonathan's Legacy
Series: Jonathan Trilogy, Book 3. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 58,910. Language: English. Published: September 29, 2016 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » General, Fiction » Romance » Contemporary
Jonathan's Legacy returns to the roots of the Jonathan Trilogy: the love for those weakest amongst us, children, particularly the undesired ones, street kids who find new homes and love, just as Jonathan and Dan once had, in their youth.
Shorts - Stories from Beneath the Rainbow
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 78,220. Language: English. Published: July 9, 2016 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » General, Fiction » Literary collections » LGBTQ+
“Shorts – Stories from Beneath the Rainbow” is a collection of LGBTQ-themed short stories. In happy or dire circumstances, this collection offers glimpses into contemporary LGBTQ life from many different angles and perspectives, and from diverse cultures, all different, yet alike in their humanity. “Shorts…” is a kaleidoscope, a colorful sample of the rainbow in its true form: life.
The Fallen Angels of Karnataka
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 94,650. Language: English. Published: April 7, 2016 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Cultural & ethnic themes » Cultural interest, general
Still young, and mourning the loss of his lover, Haakon is not ready to give up on his dream of traveling, so when a rich Englishman offers him the chance to join him on a tour of the world, Haakon takes it, daring to believe that his dream is finally coming true…but at what price? A novel filled with adventure, life’s hard-learned lessons, loss, despicable evil, and finally, love and redemption.
Family Ties
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 45,920. Language: English. Published: April 7, 2016 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Themes & motifs » Family sagas
The next twenty-four hours may be the most important in Sascha Meyer’s life. Returning with husband Dan and their twin boys to the village of his youth to bury his mother, he’ll confront more than feelings of grief. Sascha must uncover the courage to challenge the demons of his youth, while his brother Mike must fight for his marriage. But what of Dan’s own secrets?
Jonathan's Promise
Series: Jonathan Trilogy, Book 2. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 62,800. Language: English. Published: March 31, 2016 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Romance » Contemporary
Jonathan made Dan a promise - a promise that will affect the remainder of his life. But what does he have left to live for? When their grandson Parker and his fiancé Cody move in with him, the three of them embark on a journey to shed light on Dan's roots. A heart-warming sequel to Jonathan's Hope, Jonathan's Promise deals with aging and the ultimate consequences of wedding vows.
Ross Deere: Handy Man
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 56,230. Language: English. Published: January 28, 2016 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » Erotica » Gay, Fiction » Erotica » Romance
Ross Deere – Handy Man is the story of a young man who stumbled into the escorting business by accident. Ten years later, about to date someone for real for the first time, he looks back at some of the clients he’s met over the years, decisions he’s made, and parallels to his current life. An erotic novel—a steamy read with plenty of fast-paced action that will leave you sweaty and satisfied!
Spanish Bay
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 60,040. Language: English. Published: October 10, 2015 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Romance » Contemporary
Spanish Bay is the story of two young men who never give up, always see the silver lining, work hard, and are committed to their families. Chris, a native Texan who recently moved to Carmel, rescues wheelchair-user Neil from bullies. Neither question the love that develops between them, though their life together is not without challenges.
The Opera House
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 74,640. Language: English. Published: August 21, 2015 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Romance » Contemporary
(5.00 from 1 review)
Raphael doesn’t believe in a higher power, or in anything, for that matter. After the death of his son, his life shattered. Then he meets Brian, a homeless kid. When Brian disappears, Raphael realizes he cannot fail another person. What he finds both breaks his heart and begins to heal it. The price of saving Brian is high, but Raphael will risk everything to reunite with the man he now loves.
Jonathan's Hope
Series: Jonathan Trilogy, Book 1. Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 66,090. Language: English. Published: June 12, 2015 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Romance » Contemporary
(5.00 from 2 reviews)
Abandoned to freeze to death in a winter forest by his father because of his homosexuality, Jonathan desperately struggles to survive, until he accidentally stumbles upon Dan, who owns a cabin in the woods. Dan has been fighting his own demons since the death of his lover Sean. Having retreated from big city life, he is content to live in solitude, but he never counted on meeting Jonathan.
Willem of the Tafel
Price: $4.99 USD. Words: 58,300. Language: English. Published: May 28, 2015 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Science fiction » Apocalyptic
On a post-apocalyptic Earth, centuries into the future, few have survived the Great War. Some have taken refuge deep inside a mountain. One of them, Willem, is exiled to the surface… Alone and struggling to survive, Willem embarks on an epic journey, making a discovery that could once again alter the future of humanity. An epic tale of survival, second chances, hope and undying love.
To See About A Guy
Price: Free! Words: 74,870. Language: English. Published: March 21, 2015 by Surrendered Press. Categories: Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay, Fiction » Romance » Erotic
A collection of M/M novels by Aria Grace, Brandon Shire,Hans M. Hirschi, Jennah Scott and Sara York These best-selling authors have come together to offer you some sweet romance with some dark edges. The men in this collection love hard and fight even harder for what they need. Whether that's love, friendship or just pure satisfaction, there's something for everyone in To See About A Guy.
A Christmas Tale
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 4,950. Language: English. Published: December 1, 2014 by Beaten Track Publishing. Categories: Fiction » Holiday » Christmas, Fiction » LGBTQ+ » Gay
A story from Boughs of Evergreen: A Holiday Anthology. Imagine meeting Santa Claus for real and being granted a wish on Christmas Eve. This sweet little story will take you back to a time, not all that long ago, when life for gays was quite different from how it is today—a time when it seemed easier to believe in Santa Claus than believing it would ever be possible to build a family of one's own.

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