Book Title: Corner of My Mind: American Short Stories by Travis E. Short
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 329 pages
Genre: Short Stories
Publisher: Publish Authority
Release date: September 2024
Format available for review: print-softback (USA only), ebook (Gifted Kindle, EPUB, PDF)
Tour dates: Sep 2 to Sep 29, 2025
Content Rating: PG-13. Most stories are G rated, but some contain curse words and street language. No explicit sex.
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 329 pages
Genre: Short Stories
Publisher: Publish Authority
Release date: September 2024
Format available for review: print-softback (USA only), ebook (Gifted Kindle, EPUB, PDF)
Tour dates: Sep 2 to Sep 29, 2025
Content Rating: PG-13. Most stories are G rated, but some contain curse words and street language. No explicit sex.
About the Book
Step into the captivating world of Corners of My Mind, a
rich tapestry of new American short stories. In this collection by a
master storyteller, ordinary people navigate the unexpected twists of
fate with resilience and heart. From soldiers and warriors—both real and
imagined—to revival preachers and lonely women, each takes a window
into the human experience. Drawing inspiration from real-life
encounters, dreams, and whimsical imagination, the stories are as
diverse as they are compelling. Meet men of action, contemplative souls,
and even talking dogs whose thoughts will linger in your mind long
after you turn the last page. Whether you seek moments of laughter,
tears, or thrilling surprises, Corners of My Mind promises an unforgettable journey.
My Review
The Author Offers Well-Done Short Stories. The author is an excellent storyteller, with a gift for portraying a variety of characters at various stages of life's journey in ways that feel very real and authentic. While the stories in this book are brief, making them ideal for readers short on time or attention, they never feel too brief or incomplete. Each story is very well-developed, realistic and complete. While the stories are full and engaging, some will hold your attention beyond the last page.
Expect Wonderful Characters. The author creates characters that are very real, relatable, and believable. While you may not like all of them--their development and portrayal serve strong purposes in each story.
Would I Recommend Corners of My Mind by Travis E. Short? I love short stories — especially those that feel complete and fully engage the reader. The author finds stories everywhere around him and turns them into pieces that readers will want to read and characters readers will want to know more about. If you enjoy short stories, this is a well-crafted collection that offers something for almost every reader within its pages.
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Other Books from the Author
Book Title: Anna: A Life of Faith and Courage by Travis E. Short
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 245 pages
Genre: Historical Fiction
Publisher: Publish Authority
Release date: July 2023
Content Rating: G. Suitable for all readers; no sexual content, and no vulgar language
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 245 pages
Genre: Historical Fiction
Publisher: Publish Authority
Release date: July 2023
Content Rating: G. Suitable for all readers; no sexual content, and no vulgar language
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About the Book
Anna's story begins and ends in a convalescent center in Michigan and is told by the author, whose brother looks after her in her waning years. The story is based on a short memoir written by Anna for her children. Her life is filled with trials and tribulations that test her faith to its limits. With a desperately impoverished and undernourished childhood in an itinerant and abusive family living in rural Pennsylvania, Anna is faced with obstacles that could break most people. She finds solace in God with constant prayer and attendance in church services. Although she has little formal education, she is nominated by her pastor to attend bible college. where she excels and meets her future husband. They start a family and despite their own hardships, they devote their lives to helping others. Her powerful story of sacrifice, faith, and courage is an inspiration to us all.
Book Title: The Adventures of Faraday Fox: A story for Young Readers by Travis E. Short
Category: Middle-Grade Fiction (Ages 8-12), 65 pages
Genre: Adventure
Publisher: Publish Authority
Release date: January 2024
Content Rating: G. Suitable for young readers
About the Book
The Adventures of Faraday Fox is the story of a domesticated red fox that is released back into the Cherokee National Forest to find happiness. Instead, he encounters perils, danger, and hunger, and he decides to return to the home he left in Georgia. His adventures take him across the United States by walking and hitching rides on a train, a tractor-trailer, a boxcar, and in the luggage compartment of a bus. He meets many wild and domesticated animals along the way. When he arrives in California, a wonderful surprise awaits him. The story contains many life lessons and is written with readers, eight to twelve years old, in mind. It contains over twenty prints of original paintings of forest scenes, bears, birds, and other animals by accomplished artist Shirley Adams.
The Adventures of Faraday Fox is the story of a domesticated red fox that is released back into the Cherokee National Forest to find happiness. Instead, he encounters perils, danger, and hunger, and he decides to return to the home he left in Georgia. His adventures take him across the United States by walking and hitching rides on a train, a tractor-trailer, a boxcar, and in the luggage compartment of a bus. He meets many wild and domesticated animals along the way. When he arrives in California, a wonderful surprise awaits him. The story contains many life lessons and is written with readers, eight to twelve years old, in mind. It contains over twenty prints of original paintings of forest scenes, bears, birds, and other animals by accomplished artist Shirley Adams.
Meet the Author
Travis Short is the writer and author of several books, including Anna: A Life of Faith and Courage, Killers Can’t Hide, and The Adventures of Faraday Fox. Among other books, he has also published the illustrated epic poem, Old White Men, a story of the sacrifices by America’s warriors since 1775. His favorite pastime is writing short stories, many of which are contained in this book.
Retired as a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy, he pursued a career in shipbuilding and manufacturing. He has extensive experience in technical writing and business consulting. He is a graduate from the U. S. Navy Postgraduate School, Monterey, California, with a degree in Engineering Sciences. He is the father of four daughters and three sons, and currently resides in Moss Point, Mississippi, with his constant companion, A Lhasa Apso named Choi.
Retired as a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy, he pursued a career in shipbuilding and manufacturing. He has extensive experience in technical writing and business consulting. He is a graduate from the U. S. Navy Postgraduate School, Monterey, California, with a degree in Engineering Sciences. He is the father of four daughters and three sons, and currently resides in Moss Point, Mississippi, with his constant companion, A Lhasa Apso named Choi.
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