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A darkly funny short story about one woman’s reflections on the routes she’s taken through life and the detours she’s made along the way. Doubts and guilt swirl through her mind as she rides the train to her fertility appointment. Each stop stirs up introspective thoughts on her marriage, the loss of her baby, and the lover who got away—contemplations that push her ever closer to wondering if she’s made the right decisions.

From murderous crowd-sourcing apps to nefarious faeries, Reflections is a collection of short stories posing a single question: Where does goodness end, and evil begin? Ten soaring stories, each exploring original and thought-provoking perspectives of love, secrecy, loyalty, and destruction. Tangling future and fantasy, Reflections is a kaleidoscopic exploration of the frailties, foibles, and dreams of humanity.

This series of tales was compiled during the recent pandemic lockdown and they include colourful incidents in the lives of bonesetters, matchmakers, youthful lovers, newcomers from beyond the mountains, a reformed villain’s wedding, celebrated by the whole community for days thereafter, and lots more.

Kate Chopin was born in Louisiana in 1850, and established her life there as a ground breaking author, as her work subject included radical-for-the-time-ideas, such as feminism, race, and social change. Her notable and important works include but are not limited to: Beyond the Bayou, and The Story of an Hour. Her reach was vast for her time as among her publications was a story in Vogue. She was largely regarded as one of the best authors of her time.

A socialite dives into abyssal depths after cutting out her own eye, only to be followed by a beloved fan.... A couple stumbles onto strange, wooden statues in the middle of the woods.... Three sets of white monoliths appear around the world, soon pits appear between each set, and a curious professor finds out what's below or above....

From the author of The Secret Tale of Starlit Dreams now comes a new story, touched with a heartfelt depth. In The Hidden Ways of Hope Reborn, a visual and musical journey ensues, enfolding the listener with perspectives and reflections that evoke a unique expression of an ancient strength of character. Atmospheric scenery and sights calm the nervous system, engaging the imagination and leading up to the unfolding of a grand story - a story based on true events that has moved countless hearts and left an imprint in the consciousness of humanity.

Reflections of Darkness is a horror anthology composed of four terrifying tales that culminate in the question, "If you could kill one person, who would it be and how would you do it?" Fifty years following a heartless crime, the most malicious ghost to ever haunt America seeks retribution and will not stop until every trespasser is dead, innocent or not. An evil gun lurks through life. Whoever possesses it, the gun in turn possesses, and tragedy occurs. A young man down on his luck strikes a deal with the Devil to become a hip-hop star. The new face of terror is your own.

A collection of fantasy and science-fiction short stories written from 1989 through 2016. Through fiction, these short stories reflect some of the changes that we have seen in the world. From the innocence of youth through the heartbreak of war and the ongoing decimation of our planet's ecosystem, each story contains a unique viewpoint intended to connect audiences with the hopes and fears that many societies face today.

Dare to explore the twisted corridors of "The Hospice", where a dying patient's prophecy sends shivers down a young nurse's spine. Feast upon the unimaginable at Club Numinous, where culinary delights hide a terrifying secret. Discover the terror of "Crybaby Bridge", where a haunting legend becomes all too real. These tales and more await you within this anthology, penned with a touch of madness and a love for the macabre. Every story is a doorway, and behind each lies a realm of fear, mystery, and dark fascination.

Devil-Girl is a storyteller smaller than a stain and larger than life, a mythic figure roaming the globe. Born into Brooklyn housing projects and the nightmares of her immigrant family, she becomes a runaway in the human marketplace of the streets of New York. Accompanied by her sense of outrage and sense of humor, ghosts of the ancestors, and her prophetic vision, she moves from silence through rage into deep alliance with the marginalized.

Have you ever woken up from a nightmare only to find yourself still dreaming. Or driven home without remembering how you got there? Have you ever felt lost or trapped, Screaming to wake up, only to discover that reality is the real nightmare? Maybe, I've lost my mind . . . Maybe, there is no escape . . . Or, maybe, I had just forgotten who I was.

Several years earlier, as Brad cowered out of sight, I surreptitiously pulled down a slat of the window shade only to see four men in suits intently approaching the church building. I remembered asking Brad what he had done. Today, I continued to look at him, with those memories of yesteryear pounding away.

Silvio Dicristo is the product of a typical "old-school" childhood in Brooklyn, carrying with him the angst of growing up in the ever-changing cultural backdrop of New York City in the '70s and '80s, crowded by his Italian ancestry and stereotypically large, loud family. Now in his 40s, living on the opposite coast in seemingly picture-perfect California, SALutations! reveals a life of gratitude and joy.

Michele Damstra's An Old Man and a Crow and Other Original Tales is a collection of six life-altering, lyrical stories. Ranging from wickedly funny and intriguing to heart-rending and mysterious, all are deeply thought-provoking. The collection is in the style of flash fiction. Following each story are suggested reflections, activities, and writing prompts. Embark on your own journey and liberate the insights and wisdom that rest within. A great resource, and a valuable writing and educational tool, the book will be enjoyed by anyone from teens to golden oldies.

Ahora bien, dado que la gente se había olvidado de los terribles acontecimientos ocurridos, y que solo algunos científicos observaban la fuente de la barrera, una joven piloto se encuentra atrapada en una época interesante en la que la Singularidad comienza a reaccionar por primera vez desde su aparición.

Two thousand years ago, scientists experimenting on particles found at the center of the galaxy unleashed a powerful energy that split the galaxy in two, destroying many planets in the process. Now, as people have forgotten the terrible events that took place, with only a handful of scientists watching the source of the barrier, a young female space pilot finds herself caught up in interesting times when the singularity starts reacting for the first time since it appeared.

दो हजार साल पहले, वैज्ञानिकों द्वारा आकाशगंगा के केन्द्र में पाये गये कणों के परीक्षण के दौरान ऐसी शक्तिशाली ऊर्जा प्रकट हुई जिसने आकाशगंगा को दो भागों में बाँट दिया, और उस प्रक्रिया में बहुत सारे ग्रह नष्ट हो गये।

A heartwarming collection of country holiday stories based on the real-life experiences of the author. Take a journey back to simpler times....