I always think the first story in a collection is the moment you decide whether a book is for you. In this case, we begin with The Crystal Minors, and it gripped me from the start. It opens normally enough, but then you realise it is built on a lie, and from there the tale… Continue reading Weird Stories of a Strange Woman by Christine Hart
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Sprinkles of Hope by Chrissie Hubb
This story combines the hardships of life with the power of kindness, showing how even a small gesture can make a huge difference. This was a lovely collection of short stories, all linked by one character, Billy, as he passes through each life helping where he can. The book begins with Billy and the difficult… Continue reading Sprinkles of Hope by Chrissie Hubb
Silver Dagger Book Tours and Giveaway – the Waves of Light and Darkness Tour and Giveaway!
Waves of Light and Darkness challenges and delights a reader’s perception with surreal and surprising world-building. Waves of Light and Darkness by John K Danenbarger Genre: Speculative Short Stories Waves of Light and Darkness challenges and delights a reader’s perception with surreal and surprising world-building. Whether they are set in the past or the… Continue reading Silver Dagger Book Tours and Giveaway – the Waves of Light and Darkness Tour and Giveaway!
Runner Up of Our 1,500 Word Short Story Competition – and it’s Me! I won!
We had 4 incredible entries, with the criteria of having the line “It was lurking just out of sight” and coming in at 1,500 words or less. We have a … Read My Story Here It will appear in the next Ghostly Rites Anthology which will be published at the end of October 2026
The Forest Guardian by A. Bartlett-Needham
It’s always interesting to read something different from what you’d normally choose. This short story follows a snail, the guardian of the forest. It is beautifully written as the snail makes its way along the forest floor, encountering all sorts of obstacles. A nice, gentle read, and one you could share with children. It also… Continue reading The Forest Guardian by A. Bartlett-Needham
Luck Runs Out by J C Ward
Oh wow, for such a short book, I found this extremely good. I loved the way it was written, as it draws on all the reader’s senses, allowing you to truly feel the protagonist’s emotions. Allie has stayed inside her home for three years after a terrifying experience that left her so traumatised she cannot… Continue reading Luck Runs Out by J C Ward
The Snow of Blight by Michael B. Schwartz
The Blight of Snow by Michael B Schwartz is a story that keeps you guessing from the start. Although, I found myself suspecting the direction of the ending fairly early on, yet the journey there remained engaging and full of intrigue. I was forever second guessing myself. Much of the tension comes from Andrea’s experiences… Continue reading The Snow of Blight by Michael B. Schwartz
He’s My Man by Daniel Hurst
My Review As this is about the fourth book I’ve read by Daniel Hurst, I now know not to take anything for granted on the first few pages. There is always a plot and things are never what they portray. With the story being short, I can’t giveaway too much. But believe nothing! Because when… Continue reading He’s My Man by Daniel Hurst
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
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
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