Swing Shift

Swing Shift by William D. Arand follows Gus, a detective in the Paranormal Investigations Department who prefers the monotony of paperwork and routine over the chaos of civilian life. As a Boogieman—an apex predator feared and hunted by both humans and supernatural beings—Gus conceals his true nature while navigating a world that often rejects him. His quiet existence is disrupted when he is assigned a case that threatens to unravel his carefully maintained stability. The novel blends elements of urban fantasy, mystery, and paranormal romance, featuring graphic violence and complex interpersonal dynamics within an unconventional setting.

Swing Shift 2 (Swing Shift, #2) by William D. Arand continues the story of Gus, a former military Boogieman and apex predator in the paranormal world. After being fired from the PID despite thwarting dangerous plots and managing chaotic supernatural events, Gus faces unemployment and increasing responsibilities. The urban fantasy narrative blends elements of magic, mystery, and science fiction as Gus navigates complex relationships with allies including a rookie detective and an Elven Dryad Sorceress. The novel explores themes of power, survival, and the challenges of balancing a hidden supernatural life with personal struggles.

Swing Shift 3 by William D. Arand continues Gus’s story as a former federal agent turned supernatural enforcer, now working under contract for his powerful wife Melody. Once a bored paper-pusher and veteran, he has become the Boogieman of the paranormal world, using his status as an apex predator to track, hunt, and investigate from the shadows. This time, their assignment pits them against enemies who want to collapse modern civilization and drag humanity back into a brutal dark age. Blending urban fantasy, action, harem dynamics, and dark paranormal intrigue, the novel follows Gus as he confronts primordial forces, escalating violence, and the real possibility that this mission could finally be the one that kills him.