Various Authors Bücher

This brave new flash and short story collection features all the winning pieces from the 2021 Zizzle Literary Flash Fiction Contest, a story with an original soundtrack, and two audio stories, as well as other brilliantly crafted flash and short stories. The new edition also showcases unusual illustrations by Humchuk, an emerging artist-author from Hong Kong."Well-wrought, unusual, and memorable fiction beautifully illustrated-a keepsake."- Kirkus ReviewsFICTION Sudha Balagopal Morgan Christie Lilla Csorgo Bruce Golden Marissa Harwood Maggie Nerz Iribarne Judy Irvin Kuns Laura Platas Scott Lisa Lebduska Avra Margariti Becky McLaughlin Ty Phelps Michelle Ross Dawn Sperber Julie Stielstra Elizabeth Tarver Tina WatsonART Humchuk 含蓄

Exploring the nuances of the Noir Crime sub-genre, this book delves into the complexities of morality, questioning whether characters deemed 'Bad' can experience a change of heart and embrace the role of 'Good.' It challenges the traditional notion that Noir must always be bleak and examines moments of redemption and transformation within its gritty narratives. Through thought-provoking scenarios, it invites readers to reconsider the boundaries between good and evil in crime fiction.

Featuring a base photo by renowned fashion photographer Oleg Gekman, this seventh installment of the CRIMEUCOPIA series offers a unique visual experience. The book combines striking imagery with compelling narratives, creating a captivating exploration of crime through an artistic lens.

Focusing on the often-overlooked spiritual needs of pastors, this guide emphasizes the importance of nurturing a personal relationship with Christ amidst the demands of ministry. Experienced church leaders, including Robert Mulholland Jr. and Steve Harper, offer insights and encouragement for pastors to deepen their spiritual vitality. Key topics include the role of spiritual direction, providing practical advice for fostering growth and intimacy in faith, ensuring that pastors can effectively serve their congregations while also attending to their own spiritual formation.

Exploring deep emotional struggles, this anthology presents poems crafted by students from Poetix University’s BLEED workshop. Each piece reflects the pain and traumas that often remain concealed, offering a space for vulnerability and healing. Through their heartfelt expressions, the poets invite readers to confront and process their own experiences, making the collection a therapeutic journey for those seeking solace in shared struggles.

Focusing on modern approaches to recovery, this book challenges outdated ideas and emphasizes the diverse methods available for achieving and maintaining personal healing. It aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of contemporary recovery paths, encouraging exploration of various options tailored to individual needs.

Showcasing eight new exciting trans writers, this powerful and visionary collection of first-person stories explores the untold lived realities of what it means to be trans today to help inform, inspire and unite.

An anthology of heart-warming animal stories perfect for bedtime reading. Featuring stories from much-loved authors, including Holly Webb and Michael Broad.

Nearly three decades after her pioneering anthology, Daughters of Africa, Margaret Busby curates an extraordinary collection of contemporary writing by 200 women writers of African descent. A glorious portrayal of the richness and range of African women's voices, this major international book brings together their achievements across a wealth of genres. From Antigua to Zimbabwe and Angola to the USA, overlooked artists of the past join key figures, popular contemporaries and emerging writers in paying tribute to the heritage that unites them, the strong links that endure from generation to generation, and their common obstacles around issues of race, gender and class. Bold and insightful, brilliant in its intimacy and universality, this landmark anthology honours the talents of African daughters and the inspiring legacy that connects them-and all of us.