Experience the strength of women in this assortment of short stories.
Ambush Luck by Helen Henderson writing as Jessie Treon
Married and happy in her life as wife and mother, Helen Rawlings thought she had put her past as a fast gun behind her until a gang kills one of her adopted sons, and tries to eliminate the only witness—her other son, Josh. Helen risks everything to once again become the notorious Hell Lost, gunslinger and defender of the righteous, and confronts those threatening her family.
Rhiannan by Cornelia Amiri
The myth of the Welsh Horse Goddess comes alive in "Rhiannon". This paranormal/romance is packed full of adventure including a daring romantic tryst by the light of the moon, strange happenings, and a baby who mysteriously vanishes from his cradle.
I Was Helen of Troy by Veva Dianne Lawson
Memory is a tricky thing, especially if you are remembering an event through the eyes of multiple memories from multiple past lives. Then again, you could just be crazy.
Melina’s Moonlight Magic by Linda Houle
Spells, Potions and Love Lotions—satisfaction guaranteed. Melina catered to a lovelorn clientele. Some needed more in-depth magical therapy, which she provided—for a substantial price—but only once every full moon.
Lost Planet of Homely Women by Veva Dianne Lawson
Things can go horribly wrong in a war, especially if you are invading a new planet inhabited by a species you have only met over the radio. Just make sure your technology works the same way on them that it does on you.
Heart’s Tempest by Joyce Scarbrough
When Jaycee Stevens’ boyfriend Cole finds out she has a Valentine’s Day tradition with a boy who’s had a crush on her since third grade, he knows there’s a lot more to this blonde tempest than meets the eye.
My Dinner with Andrew and his Lovely Wife, Sheila by David Fingerman
Accepting a dinner invitation, Frank wonders why this high-class couple has such an interest in a couple that actually works for a living.
Hiram’s Rock by Jodi Diderrich
Someone has killed Hiram. Now Hanna has to traverse the arctic wilderness alone to bring his body home. On her trail, though, is the killer, intent on acquiring Hiram’s rock, even if he has to kill again to get it. Hanna’s only allies on her harrowing journey are her beloved sled dogs and a strong will to survive.
The Old Man Sang the Blues by David W. Landrum
Blues singer Sossity Chandler has preserved the music of River Coleman, a singer from the golden age of blues. When his relatives mount a legal challenge to her rights on his music, she begins to understand the enduring nature of love, the stuff of the blues, and how affection can extend even beyond the grave.
Finding the One by Steven Shrott
Tina thought it would be a good idea to date her handsome new boss. Her office mates didn't seem to agree and suddenly people started dying.