Book, shortstory

The Strange One by Bernie Morris

My Review This is a very short prehistoric fantasy and I didn’t know what to expect. If I had, it probably wouldn’t have been this. The story offers an imaginative idea on early humanity and how humankind might have begun. It’s a very thought provoking short tail and kind of poignant in parts. I really… Continue reading The Strange One by Bernie Morris

Book, shortstory

Bogey in the Belfry by Carolyn Astfalk

My Review. I hadn’t realised before starting that this book carried religious undertones or that it was primarily aimed at readers aged 13–18. What initially drew me in was that it was a short story, and I love those. They’re perfect for stepping into something new without a huge commitment. In the end, I was… Continue reading Bogey in the Belfry by Carolyn Astfalk

Book, shortstory

Thomas Cappolini Was A Small Man by Judith White

My Review Short, but quietly powerful. This is a very short story, but one I genuinely enjoyed. The writing drew me in quickly and it created a strong sense of character in only a few pages. I did predict the ending, yet it didn’t lessen the impact. If anything, it made the sadness feel more… Continue reading Thomas Cappolini Was A Small Man by Judith White

Book, Novella, shortstory

These Stories are all Figments of my Imagination, but… What If? By Ann Perry

My Review This was an absolutely fun read. I love short stories, and these felt a little different from those I’ve read before. Many were strong, complete tales in their own right — I especially loved the one about the ghost in the haunted house. There are probably plenty here that readers could mark as… Continue reading These Stories are all Figments of my Imagination, but… What If? By Ann Perry

Book, Kindle Unlimited, shortstory, Thriller

The Body by Daniel Hurst

My Review This is the second short story I’ve downloaded from this author. I enjoyed the first, but this one was definitely my favourite of the two. There are several heart-in-the-mouth moments, multiple viewpoints, and an exciting ripple effect as the story unfolds. It’s very cleverly written. At first, I thought I was reading one… Continue reading The Body by Daniel Hurst

Book, Kindle Unlimited, shortstory

The Secret Gift by Daniel Hurst

My Review Because The Secret Gift is now my third book from Daniel Hurst, I didn’t read the blurb. I didn’t need to as I knew it would be a good story. I hadn’t expected it to feature Christmas, but why not? It’s not all about the festive season, but that where the action happens.… Continue reading The Secret Gift by Daniel Hurst

Book, Psychological, shortstory, Thriller

The New Year’s Eve Party by Daniel Hurst

My Review This was a fun short story. I hadn’t come across this author before and was looking for something brief to round off the month. It was clever because it wasn’t quite what I expected. A couple heading to a New Year’s Eve party meet two other couples, one of whom makes them a… Continue reading The New Year’s Eve Party by Daniel Hurst

Book, Paranormal, shortstory

Migglesworth Malevolence, a short story by Carrie O’Leary

My Review I really do love a short story, especially when it is as concise and well written as this. I loved the way it started with a little guessing game. Who is this person and why does she sleep during the day? You immediately make assumptions but, as it is told in the first… Continue reading Migglesworth Malevolence, a short story by Carrie O’Leary

Anthologies, Articles, Mystery, Novella, Observance days, Post Apocolyptic, Romance, science Fiction, shortstory

New Year’s Day

On New Year’s day many families have their traditions. What is yours? How do you spend New Year’s Day? In my family, before I married, we would either go to visit relations who lived a distance from us, or they would come to us, and we would have a buffet. After I married, my husband’s… Continue reading New Year’s Day

Christmas Reads, shortstory

A Short Story For Christmas Eve.

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