Dare to look through a broken window and step into another world with these short, macabre tales of the strange and deranged. Meet seven-year-old Ronnie and his unhealthy craving for the taste of cranberries, and Andre Dubois, a traveler who ventures into the wrong neck of the woods. Why did the mad Scotsman curse the town of Seven Toughs? And uncover the secrets that live within a remote Bed and Breakfast in Utopia Glen. This collection of ten dark tales is sure to appeal to your darker … [Read more...] about Through a Broken Window, Ten Dark Tales of the Strange and Deranged by L.F. Falconer by L.F. Falconer
Grey Seeming by Haitham Abdalla
51 fun-sized stories that are just right for today’s busy lifestyle. Although the stories in Grey Seeming differ in terms of length; but there is cohesion to all the stories as they all touch on topics that are not clearly one thing or the other; or where the border between the two is fuzzy; or issues that are open to interpretation. Some of the stories are fusion between narrative and poetry; some are behaved and some break a rule or two. Each story presents a unique situation and aims to … [Read more...] about Grey Seeming by Haitham Abdalla
Interview with Author – Robert Dodds
About Robert Dodds: Robert Dodds writes for both adults and children and has had books published by Andersen Press (Random House), Polygon, and A&C Black (Bloomsbury). He has also had short stories published by HarperCollins. His latest book is the gripping historical novel for adults, 'The Garden of Earthly Delights', inspired by the work of the 15th Century artist Hieronymus Bosch. His first novel for children, 'The Midnight Clowns' (2000, Andersen Press) was short-listed for the … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Robert Dodds
Interview with Author – J. New
About J. New: British author J. New writes crime thrillers with a dark side, short stories and flash fiction with a twist. She draws on her interests in psychology, spirituality and the metaphysical to weave tales that explore the darker side of human nature. It’s difficult to pigeonhole her writing into a particular genre; it’s a mix of crime, thriller, murder-mystery and suspense with a touch of the supernatural. Her first novel, due out summer 2015, ‘A Poisoned Mind’ features protagonist … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – J. New
Winds of Change by Chimezie Ihekuna
Winds of Change parades a matrix of stories, depicting the experiences of people in different countries of the world and conveying their situations as good, bad and ugly(at the discretion of the reader/viewer). Not limited to location, background and status, the airs of changes move in the direction of people in relationships, drug dealing, religion, education and professionalism; affecting them negatively or positively. Targeted Age Group:: 18-45years What Inspired You to Write Your … [Read more...] about Winds of Change by Chimezie Ihekuna
Hontas (Good Tales For Bad Dreams 2) by V.M. Sawh
In this rip-roaring Wild West adventure, intrepid bounty hunters Pocahontas and John embark on a dangerous mission to stop a train run by a sadistic, slave-driving madman. Welcome to Good Tales For Bad Dreams, a short-fiction series of re-imagined fairy tales. Each story is set in a different time and place. Some will be familiar, others will not. This tale shifts the story of Pocahontas from Colonial Times to the Wild West. So, strip bare your assumptions, open your mind and see these tales … [Read more...] about Hontas (Good Tales For Bad Dreams 2) by V.M. Sawh
The Ghost in the Closet by M. K. Theodoratu
Some say the ability of seeing ghosts is a gift, but after losing her job, Dumdie Swartz says, “Hogwash”. Since she was a child, Dumdie has seen ghosts and has developed several quirks to cover the fact so she wouldn’t need to explain herself or be exploited. When her boss witnesses several of these occasions, he fires her, thinking that she suffers from a mental issue that could be a liability to his business. Without a job and money, Dumdie becomes just another old, homeless woman … [Read more...] about The Ghost in the Closet by M. K. Theodoratu
Interview with Author – P.S. Winn
About P.S. Winn: All I want to do is write, I love books. I have written 22 in 2 years. I write all the books longhand and now have notebooks everywhere, I write novels and also kids books because teaching kids to read and giving them a love of books is a special gift. I love my readers whose vivid imaginations add the finishes touches on all the books I write. I am also a reader and reviewer. started a year ago and have 650 done on Amazon. What inspires you to write? Everything, oh my gosh … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – P.S. Winn
Recipes and Road Stories: From Life on the Road with Sisters Hannah and Caroline Melby of the duo HanaLena by Hannah and Caroline Melby
Hannah and Caroline Melby recently released their book Recipes and Road Stories, a collection of stories and recipes from their years traveling together as musicians. By the time Hannah was in the 11th grade and Caroline was in the 7th grade, the Melby sisters were touring the country in bluegrass bands, with Hannah on fiddle and Caroline on mandolin. Today the sisters are the front persons of a very popular Nashville-based country music touring band named HanaLena. The sisters, who grew … [Read more...] about Recipes and Road Stories: From Life on the Road with Sisters Hannah and Caroline Melby of the duo HanaLena by Hannah and Caroline Melby
Interview with Author – Pravin Gandhi
About Pravin Gandhi: Pravin Gandhi, author of book "One at a Time - short stories to muse by", studied Engineering in India and USA, and is a software marketing professional, living in Mumbai. From pursuing a techy profession to pursuing fine thoughts and interests; learning about the Quantum world to learning the piano; traveling to offbeat places to gathering rich experience of places and people; blogging about all of the above; and now writing a book of short stories in his latest … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Pravin Gandhi
Interview with Author – Yong Kang Chan
About Yong Kang Chan: Yong Kang Chan, is the author of Fearless Passion: Find the Courage to Do What You Love. He is based in Singapore and best known as Nerdy Creator. "Nerdy" represents his love for details and system. "Creator" represents his love for creativity and ideas. He used to be an accountant and now he is pursuing his passion as a character animator. Yong Kang is also a blogger of two blogs. On his blog, Fearless Passion, he helps creative people be successful in what they … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Yong Kang Chan
Interview with Author – Vic Fortezza
About Vic Fortezza: I was born in Brooklyn in 1950 to Sicilian immigrants. I graduated from Western Michigan University in 1971. I've worked as a golf course attendant, bar tender, teachers' aide, assistant high school football coach, and data entry supervisor on the commodities trading floor in Manhattan. I've had more than 50 short stories published worldwide. I have five books in print: novels Close to the Edge, Adjustments, Killing & Exchanges, and story collection A Hitch in Twilight. … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Vic Fortezza