Magic and Myth: Short Stories - E-book - ePub

The stories in Magic and Myth reveal the connection between everyday occurrences and the otherworldly. The place where we pause to reassure ourselves that the world is full of the mundane and unmagical in every way­-even as we check beneath the bed for monsters. Explore the point where myths collide with humanity and build a home, where unexpected magic crackles in the firelight, and the seasons gather around the dinner table.
Crisscrossing these pages are creatures from dreams and legends-love and horror are intertwined, revenge is sweeter than any summer evening, and desire can be enough to reshape reality. The stories in this collection include: Blackberry Baby - based on the fairy tale The Snow ChildThe Deer Woman - based on the myth of the Deer WomanThe Black Cat - based on the myths about the boogeymanTornado - a piece of magical realism flash fiction about the seasonsFire Watch - magical realism short story revolving around the seasons