Synopsis
Open the door and unlock the secrets in eleven short
stories from The Secret Door Society, an organization of fantasy and science
fiction authors dedicated to charitable work. All proceeds from this anthology
benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation in their quest to cure Type
One Diabetes (T1D).
In these pages you’ll discover a modern woman trapped
in an old fashioned dreamscape, a futuristic temp worker who fights against her
programming, a beautiful vampire’s secret mission disrupted by betrayal, a sorcerer’s
epic battle against a water dragon, the source of magical mirrors—and more. There
are tales for every science fiction and fantasy taste, including new works from
award-winning authors Johnny Worthen, Lehua Parker, Christine Haggerty, and
Adrienne Monson.
Join us in the fight against T1D as you peek into a
world of magical and mysterious doorways—if you dare.
Let's look at these authors
JOHNNY
WORTHEN is the tie-dye wearing author of the nationally acclaimed young
adult paranormal Eleanor, the Unseen, and the adult occult thriller, Beatrysel, and Dr. Stuart's Heart. His short story, The Point, appears in the Dark Fiction anthology Little Visible
Delight, and look for his genre-bending comedy noire, The Finger Trap in 2015. Trained in modern literary criticism and
cultural studies, Johnny writes upmarket multi-genre fiction. “I write what I
like to read,” he says. “That guarantees me at least one fan.” Johnny lives in
Salt Lake City, Utah with his wife and sons.
C.
R. ASAY joined the Utah National Guard at the age of seventeen. After
spending time in the 625th Military Police Corp she transferred to
the 19th Special Forces group as a counterintelligence agent. She retired from
the military after marrying her best friend, and graduated from college so that
she could embark on the most exciting adventure of all; being a
mom. The short story version of her
first novel, Heart of Annihilation,
earned an honorable mention from the L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future
contest. C. R. Asay currently resides in West Jordan, Utah, with her husband,
four children, and a dog. There is always a dog. www.crasay.com
SAM
MCCLENDON is a world championshipmartial artist and Science Fiction/Fantasy
enthusiast.Having survived cancer, he now pursues his dream of becoming a
published writer, and works to help build a community of support for aspiring
writers in Utah. Currently living in Salt Lake City, Utah, he works in the IT
field for a local software company
MICHAEL
DARLING has been a butcher, a cartoonist, and an award-winning magician. He
fell in love with science-fiction after reading Madeleine L'Engles’ A Wrinkle in Time. The synergistic
mingling of words, art, theater, and magic have led to many projects in the
years since. Michael’s fiction was first published in college and his
non-fiction has appeared in the book Teach
by Magic and MAGIC Magazine. Death by
Magic and The Mystery of Dr. D’Arq have
been produced for the stage along with radio scripts for The Faith and Families Report that aired in more than 80 markets
worldwide. As an actor and singer, Michael has appeared in more than 15 plays
and musicals. As Michelangelo, he has entertained audiences with his own brand
of magic and illusion in hundreds of shows and has appeared with the Utah
Symphony and toured with Odyssey Dance Theatre’s Thriller production. Michael
is currently working magic with an urban fantasy novel as well as an epic
fantasy series for young adults. His short stories have been accepted for
publication in 2015.
Let's peak inside
Good Enough to Die For
By: C.R. Asay
Molly, an unwanted shelter dog, is given a second chance when she bonds with a lady, carrying
the tangy scents of otherworldly fear.
By: C.R. Asay
Molly, an unwanted shelter dog, is given a second chance when she bonds with a lady, carrying
the tangy scents of otherworldly fear.
Excerpt:
“ Don’t leave! I pleaded with my eyes. Wait for me! We needed each other. This
delicious-smelling lady needed me as much as I needed her. I sniffed, and the sharp tang of the
alien fear bit my nose. I sneezed, shaking my head.”
Interesting author tidbit:
I’ve always loved dogs. I love their humor and enthusiasm, their affection and understanding.
But I mostly love their mystery. Trying to pry into their minds is like trying to understand an
alien race. And yet human and canine for centuries have crossed the boundaries of verbal
understanding and created bonds that have brought them peace. My story is for the loved ones
of those suffering from diabetes, hoping they can come to terms with a disease not fully
understood and find peace.
Temp
By Michael Darling
By Michael Darling
A futuristic temp worker finds romance and a terrible secret in her new crew. To preserve the
truth that could change her life, she’ll have to overcome the programming used by the UP
corporation to control her. But the price may be more costly, and personal, than she bargained
for.
truth that could change her life, she’ll have to overcome the programming used by the UP
corporation to control her. But the price may be more costly, and personal, than she bargained
for.
Excerpt:
Part I Deckport
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“I have a sixohfour
on the Nyota,” Rat said.
A flashing image burned across my mind: a woman with her hands pressed against her
bleeding ears, eyes blind.
I wouldn’t let that happen. Not today.
Part I Deckport
4136C
“I have a sixohfour
on the Nyota,” Rat said.
A flashing image burned across my mind: a woman with her hands pressed against her
bleeding ears, eyes blind.
I wouldn’t let that happen. Not today.
Interesting author tidbit:
As an magician, I’m always doing two things at the same time: what the audience sees, and
what’s not seen at all. Writing a story is a lot like performing magic. There’s a bit of a setup
while the props are introduced. Events unfold in an interesting fashion. There is a reversal at
the end. But in writing, there’s a big difference. The magic happens when the reader sees
everything.
As an magician, I’m always doing two things at the same time: what the audience sees, and
what’s not seen at all. Writing a story is a lot like performing magic. There’s a bit of a setup
while the props are introduced. Events unfold in an interesting fashion. There is a reversal at
the end. But in writing, there’s a big difference. The magic happens when the reader sees
everything.
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Follow along to find out fun facts about the Authors and to get sneak peaks into the book.
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Thank you so much for hosting us! All proceeds benefit juvenile diabetes research.
ReplyDeleteWe have a wonderful cause and your support is greatly appreciated. (Thanks as well for choosing my excerpt to post from all the amazing stories we have!) #secretdoors
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