One of the most common pieces of writing advice is simple: “Just write a novel.” I disagree. Not because writing a novel is a bad goal. Most writers dream of publishing one. The problem is that a novel requires a huge collection of skills that many new writers have never Read more
If you’ve visited the website recently, you may have noticed that Curious Tales Books has a new home… again. After outgrowing our previous hosting solution and dealing with more than a few headaches along the way, we’ve completed another move. The good news is that this should be the last Read more
“Good afternoon, dear,” my mom said as her head appeared in the mirror above my kitchen sink. “How are you liking the new AI home assistant? Is your Network Interface Companion working well?” “Your head floating in my mirror is a bit disturbing,” I said, “but so far, I love Read more
We came for glory.We came for love.We came for adventure. We landed on a tiny island not marked on any map. Small enough to see the opposite shore if you squinted. Barren. No birds. No trees. Only a single stone outcrop with a cave carved into it. Six of us Read more
Kaching rang the bells of the slot machines. “Having any luck, friend?” a stranger asked as he pulled the lever for another spin. “Oh, I’m not playing,” I said. “Simply—observing.” “Who comes to a casino and doesn’t gamble?” he asked. “I suppose I do. Then again, the thrill of watching Read more
“Connor, tell us one of your famous stories.” “Fine. But only if Jim puts more wood on the fire.” Jim sighed and tossed another log into the flames. Connor nodded. “Good.” “Why?” Greg asked. Connor glanced toward the dark tree line. “Don’t want the thing in the woods bothering us.” Read more