Genre: Historical Description: The harshness of 19th century life for women as seen through the eyes of a young bride. Margery Blake is nothing but a pawn in family affairs and her marriage is seen as a good match. Margery has no power, no voice, no control over her own life and endures her husband's… Continue reading Diary of Margery Blake by P. J. Roscoe
Author: Karen J. Mossman
Karen loves fiction, reading and especially writing short stories and novels. She is also an avid blogger and book reviewer.
She lives on the beautiful Isle Anglesey, off the North Wales coast with her husband and dogs.
WANTED POSTER- DANGEROUS SERIAL KILLER by Carole Parkes
This looks scary, so I thought I would share it!
What is Flash Fiction? It’s this…
By Karen J Mossman Flash fiction is a style of fictional literature or fiction of extreme brevity. There is no widely accepted definition of the length of the category. Some self-described markets for flash fiction impose caps as low as three hundred words, while others consider stories as long as a thousand words to be flash fiction. Fewer words often tell a better… Continue reading What is Flash Fiction? It’s this…
Graveyards and Books
I enjoyed reading this post as I think cemetaries are fascinating places. When I researched my family history years ago, I wandered around many and found a lot of interesting information. Because I love stories, it turned out not to be all about me and my family. Gravestones can have some intriguing inscriptions on them… Continue reading Graveyards and Books
Captain Hook anyone? By Ellwyn Autumn
Genre Science Fiction/Fantasy Description David J. Locke is a would-be journalist with lofty aspirations. Following an incredible lead, he sails the high seas in search of Captain James T. Hook, resolved to uncover the pirate's version of what happened with Peter Pan.Adventure abounds during Locke's travels; unexpected revelations lurk around every dark corner. During his… Continue reading Captain Hook anyone? By Ellwyn Autumn
Where Rivers Meet by P. J. Roscoe
Genre: Paranormal Romance Description Abigail Lloyd is a talented, grief-stricken young artist who returns to the Welsh village where she had spent many happy years with her beloved Nan. A home where she had always felt loved and safe. A place she hoped to begin her life again and find her own destiny; but on… Continue reading Where Rivers Meet by P. J. Roscoe
An Amazing Woman
by Karen J Mossman I love old photos and came across this one. It was taken in 1928 and the Rose Queen in the centre is my Auntie Molly. She was an incredible and interesting character. The daughter of a local councillor, she was born in 1914. She defied her religious family and married an… Continue reading An Amazing Woman
Missing!
by Karen J Mossman Nick was about to put the key in his door when the cops turned up. Charlie was called to the foreman’s office and asked to accompany them to the station. Marie, Charlie’s girlfriend, was working on reception when they came for her. Russ tried to dodge them which didn’t go down well.… Continue reading Missing!
Playing the Game
Play the Game has a great story. "He couldn’t take responsibility for me as it was tough looking after himself." This is Stella talking about her dad. All she ever wanted was his love again, but he never recovered from the shock that tore their family apart. Someone had to be strong and Stella took… Continue reading Playing the Game
Within the Invisible Pentacle by Paul White
Genre - Short Stories Description The stories Within the Invisible Pentacle may, at first glance, seem a rather eclectic collection, but there are several underlying unifying principles employed in their careful selection. The titles all have a feminine association as does each story's individual focus, whether direct or implicit. These stories explore the depths of… Continue reading Within the Invisible Pentacle by Paul White
World of Stories 