I wait for an apology, but she speaks no more. Instead, she motions toward a violin case standing near the dresser and beckons me to her. “Play with me.”

Ashley W. Slaughter gathers her short stories together in this anthology than spans across genres. Her writing style explores themes such as fear, forgiveness, love, and instinct, all while delivering the worlds and stories of unique characters into your hands. From the contemporary prose of "Eumonia's Monody" and "Two Birds with One Stone" to the science-fiction/fantasy action of "Kymopoleia" and "The Warden's Switch," everyone is sure to find a story that enchants their literary mind.

Genres represented: Speculative, Contemporary, Drama, Creative Non-fiction, Fantasy, Science-Fiction

These short stories are inspired by Reedsy Weekly Prompts.

Bonus: Includes the first chapter of Ashley's YA fantasy novel, Of Legends and Roses, Book One of The Crowned Chronicles!

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