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Contemporary Situations with Paranormal Activity
Five Stories Short: A Supernatural Quintet is a collection of five unique short stories covering topics from the paranormal and ancient beings to the exploration of the unknown. What was the inspiration for this collection?
I’ve always had a fascination with the supernatural. When something happens with no logical explanation, there are a myriad of illogical reasons to explain it. Is it magic, a miracle, or imagination? Are children’s imaginary friends truly imaginary or do children see into another realm until their parents convince them they aren’t seeing what they see? Are the whispers you hear in old homes simply house noises? Could you have the feeling you’re being watched because you are?
In writing Five Stories Short, my intention was to create contemporary situations with paranormal activity that isn’t so completely farfetched that it’s unbelievable, although I realize some of the happenings in my stories are a stretch. I hope readers find the stories entertaining but also thought-provoking.
Do you have a favorite among these tales? One that was particularly fun to imagine and write?
Because of the tiny characters in “Laughing Hills,” it was the most fun to create. The original plan was to write it as an introduction to my Unmistakenly Mystical series. But the story took on a life of its own.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in your stories?
Good vs. evil is a primary theme in each of the stories, though in some it is more pronounced than others.
Can fans look forward to more short stories from you soon? What are you currently working on?
More short stories are no doubt on the horizon, but I’m not sure how soon. I’m currently wrapping up Dancing Valley, a novel, which will be released in March of 2025.
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Are spirits hovering around us? Do ghosts watch over us? Are your pets communicating telepathically? Can card readers predict the future? Is it possible to see the little people? Do artifacts or fetishes have power? In this collection, the answer to all those questions is yes. But the real question is whether the stories are pure fiction or based on fact.
The Legacy: Lydia is a psychic. When her grandson becomes the catalyst for a spirit’s plot to kill his mother, she joins forces with a natural witch to defeat the entity. As a battle rages, Lydia learns she has more power than she’d realized.
Laughing Hills: The little people of Laughing Hills call on centuries of magic to stay safely hidden after their guardian is killed and their entire community is placed in jeopardy.
Mommy, Look: With her husband in a coma, finances tight, and a toddler to raise, Bianca needs help. But when it comes, it’s in disguise and is provided by someone she didn’t believe existed.
The Ancient Ones: After Brian and Tammy visit an antique shop, their lives are changed by a lion and a raven.
The Last Act: While renovating an old theatre, Carolyn is befriended by Jolene, an actress who haunts the building and who takes their friendship quite seriously.
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