Clipped Wings: a novel

by Dale Thele

A zealous authoritarian high school administrator exploits his position in an attempt to break Shane Davison's teen spirit, unaware of the Pandora's box he has unintentionally opened. The administrator's unrestrained actions set into motion a chain of events that he did not foresee, in this early 1970s narrative, told from Shane's teenage perspective. Shane takes the reader into his confidence to reveal a coming-of-age account of growing up in a small, ultra-conservative, north Oklahoma town.

Inspired by actual events.

CLIPPED WINGS is the first novel of the SHANE DAVISON CHRONICLES series featuring Shane’s life experiences. From childhood through adulthood, Shane points out the similarities and challenges he faces as an out gay man in a predominately heterosexual world. No matter if you are gay, bi, straight, or anything in between, you will surely discover an experience you can relate to. Shane’s adventures confirm that even though we all reside on the same planet, we share related triumphs and bumps as we forge through this journey we call life.

690 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 11, 2021

About the author

Dale Thele is an acclaimed bestselling author recognized for his adult fiction, particularly the Shane Davison Chronicles Series. This series compellingly chronicles the experiences of a gay teenager coming of age while facing the realities of a predominantly heterosexual environment. Born and raised in a modest, ultra-conservative oil town in north-central Oklahoma, Dale’s diverse career in the service and retail industries has shaped his perspectives. Following a path marked by both challenges and inspiration, he now resides in Austin, Texas, where he channels his life experiences into creating vibrant characters and dynamic narratives infused with a distinctive LGBTQ perspective.