Cristo & The Werewolf Dinner by Angus Bessai is a fantasy about a disgraced warrior dwarf, Cristo. The bounty hunter can’t believe his luck when he’s offered one hundred gold pieces to attend a noble’s birthday party. The duke’s daughter is turning ten, and she...

A Sweet Scheme by Sasha Preston is a delightful short story that celebrates the bonds of friendship, the thrill of adventure, and the sweetness of shared moments. At the heart of the story is Martha, a vibrant woman whose warmth and openness draw people together....

Last Moments by Hirbod Human is a collection of six short stories based on true accounts of the treatment of dissidents in Iran under an oppressive regime. Human, an Iranian, now lives in the United States and, as an artist, hopes to raise awareness of...

The Silent Library by Salim El Dorra is a haunting, immersive story set in the city of Aerthos, which is unraveling under a strange plague known as the Dustfall. Readers are introduced to Leo, a young archivist entrusted with a dangerous mission to protect his...

Conversations On The Edge by Devin McMillan is an emotional story that follows Alex Parker, a young man who faces life's challenges with courage and resilience. Alex is left broken after the death of his childhood best friend, Steven, and he grapples with the regret...

Shr. Mpe’s Consent Withdrawn sinks its hooks in with the quiet precision of a scalpel and doesn’t let go. This psychological thriller begins in the sterility of Saint Aeron hospital, where Sol Keeran arrives to inspect the forensics department. Instead of a routine audit, Sol...

Step Away from the Pizza by Richard Holeton is a fascinating collection that spans nearly four decades of experimental storytelling. The book is thematically organized into sections like "Future," "Father," "Found," and "Frolic," each offering a unique lens through which Holeton explores human experiences, societal...

“The truth was usually bulletproof, but people looking for it rarely were.” The interesting thing about truth is that it comes at a cost. In Blood Tide: A Harbor Noir Thriller by Daniel P. Douglas, this cost can be steep. Set in Los Angeles in...

Some stories don’t shout—they hum softly until your heart can’t help but listen. Notes of Her Heart by Goutham Kool Monk is a love story about two people brought together through music. Rahul Arora is a gifted composer who has built some emotional walls around...

We Won’t Be Kissing by Chris Dungey is a collection of short stories that captures the essence of small-town life, human relationships, and the quiet struggles of everyday existence. The book is structured as a series of vignettes, each offering a glimpse into the lives...