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Announcing The Darkened Mirror by Amanda Crum—coming this summer.
Josie Burns and her little sister, Emily, are coping with the loss of their brother Andy, who disappeared from his bed in the middle of the night six years ago. Forced to move to Maine to live with two great aunts after their parents separate, they discover that a shared dream and a mysterious cupboard hidden in the basement hold the key to their brother’s whereabouts. A foreign land that exists in a different time and the sinister man who rules it draw the sisters closer to an answer…and to a secret that will change their lives forever.
Discover the Best Short Stories of 2024 from Riversong Books
Enjoy these winning short stories and poetry from the Riversong Short Story Contest, 2024. Unique, quirky, thought-provoking stories in various contemporary genres.
Faith-Based Guidance: ARISE by Rufus Adeoluwa Olodude
The book encourages readers to build supportive relationships, forgive past hurts, and live impactful lives. By integrating spiritual teachings with actionable advice, it aims to empower individuals to rise above adversity and fulfill their potential.
Glowing review for The Book of Revelations by Daragh Fleming
This is the first publication from the young Cork author and it is an impressive debut. The most striking element is the voice. It goes without saying that any novel or short story or any piece of fiction really needs to have an original voice. Sometimes, it can take a while to establish a voice. Sometimes, it is a matter of finding it and having the confidence to recognize your voice. In the case of Daragh Fleming he brings us a strong new voice right from the first page. The stories are also written in a very distinct style which Flemming refers to as conversational.
Now Published: The Celestial Life by Sean Anderson
For a billion years, Jonathan Celestial has worked as a star, filling the night sky with warmth and light. Ostracized by all the stars because of a terrible event that unfolded many years ago, he is ready for a fresh experience. Excited to use the 30 days of vacation time he has accrued, he decides to fall to Earth and take on the form of a human. On Earth, Jonathan’s cheerfulness and idealism collide with reality. He makes friends with the guitarist of a post-rock band, falls in love with a bookworm, and evades a governmental investigation which threatens to compromise his mission. Little does he know that his past and present are more connected than he initially thought, and soon he will have to confront the greatest challenge of his life yet: asking for forgiveness from someone he hurt.