Fiction
Excerpt: The Adventures of Black Mask and Pale Rider
Elven magic meets gunslinger grit. What happens when two elven travellers find themselves in the United States in the middle of the Civil War? The Adventures of Black Mask and Pale Rider tells the story of two elven women who’s curiosity gets the better of them. The wild ride takes them from the Union... »
Excerpts from Ethel Rohan
Following Monday’s Fictionaut interview, today we wanted to spotlight one of their authors. We picked Ethel Rohan, a prolific writer who has mastered the powerful minimalism of a short story. Below are the first lines of a couple of her stories to whet your appetite. “He entered the kitchen, carrying the silver metal scuttle filled... »
An extraordinary person by Karen Wehrstein
Below is an excerpt from The Philosopher in Arms, a post-apocalyptic fantasy novel of power, love, war, and spirit. ****** An extraordinary person “So, Raikas,” said Iska. “You told the testers you would not fight for a crowd. Are you still resolved not to?” I sat thinking; foremost in my mind was that if I said no outright,... »
Excerpt: Commercial Novel
Commercial Novel is a long shot born from the authors’ own economic desperation. Currently, the novel tracks the lives of Colin and Sylvia Andrews as they struggle to keep their house. Sadly, Colin’s primary plan is to write a novel — a “Great American Cybernovel” — offering readers the chance to buy their way... »
Polite Society by Monique Jones
EDIT: The story has undergone extensive revision. We’ve updated the excerpt below to reflect the new version of the first chapter. The first part of the newly established romance/drama serial Polite Society, reposted with the author’s permission. ****** Generally, men don’t gather together to talk about different fabric swatches and the latest corset innovations, but in... »
A Foreign Education
Following last Monday’s interview with Susan Crealock of Online Novels, we’re featuring one of the novels listed on her directory, an entertaining comedy which — yes! — you can download for free. For your viewing pleasure, the first chapter has been reposted below, with the kind permission of the author. Just be warned: the story... »
Excerpt: Shattered Remnants of a Dream
A tale of battles, love, loss, and the destruction of the universe. The world of this serial epic is ever-expanding, now going on 140+ chapters. The first collected volume is also available as a free e-book. Fast-paced transitions and action-packed passages keep the saga’s momentum going ever strong. »
Excerpt: Independence Day
It’s 1966, and Haven Park, Wyoming is a picturesque community much like any other…until one of its favorite daughters is murdered on Independence Day. Soon, a mystery bigger than the town itself unravels, leaving few in Small Town America unscathed. »
Excerpt: Strangers in the Brain
Detective Jake Burleigh takes part in an experimental technique for criminal investigation: accessing the recesses of a criminal's mind. The job is successful, but just when Jake thinks the case is closed, the real questions begin... A delirious, dreamlike blend of science fiction, noir, and psychological thriller. »
Sally and Hood by Jen Bee
Read the first part of this newly established fantasy/detective serial by Jen Bee. The story will be updating fortnightly. "Near the top of Winding Terrace sat Sally, a notebook on her lap containing assorted descriptions of that which lay at the bottom of the terrace, namely, Westish Beach." »