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Review: Fantastical Summer. A Vella Karman Anthology.

December 21, 2025

Publisher: The Company. Release Date: June 19th 2025. Category: Short stories, paranormal, fantasy. Source: From author in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own honest opinions. Synopsis from Goodreads: A mermaid outcast, a girl who can steal stars, and a high schooler suddenly affected by gravity in a gravity-free world—these are just … More Review: Fantastical Summer. A Vella Karman Anthology.

The Old Dragon: Flash Fiction Story Publishing Today!

December 11, 2025

A flash fiction piece I wrote is publishing today on Havok. See Scrooge like you’ve never seen him before! It will be free for 24 hours before going behind a paywall, so check it out while you can. (Until 11.59pm Thursday 11th of December PST in the US, 6.59pm Friday 12th of December AEDT for … More The Old Dragon: Flash Fiction Story Publishing Today!

Short Story Review: The Edge of Sea Glass by Kayla E. Green

November 20, 2025

Publisher: Twenty Hills Publishing Release Date: November 21st, 2025 Source: I was gifted an ARC from the author. All opinions are my own, honest opinions. Category: Contemporary with fantasy elements. Short story. Synopsis from Goodreads: The storm brewing on the beach is no match for the turmoil inside Jenna’s breaking heart. The last time she … More Short Story Review: The Edge of Sea Glass by Kayla E. Green

September/October 2025 Writing Update.

November 13, 2025

September: I had another flash fiction accepted by Havok – It actually published Tuesday November 11th (They are quick to publish once a story has been accepted). If you are a member of Havok you can read my story here. If you like flash fiction in the mystery, sci-fi, wacky, thriller and/or fantasy genres you … More September/October 2025 Writing Update.

Five Minutes To Save The World: Flash Fiction Publishing Today!

November 12, 2025

A sci-fi flash fiction piece I wrote is publishing today on Havok. It will be free for 24 hours before going behind a paywall, so check it out while you can. (Until 11.59pm Tuesday 11th of November PST in the US, 6.59pm Wednesday 12th of November AEDT for my Australian readers.) What will Therrus do … More Five Minutes To Save The World: Flash Fiction Publishing Today!

Read My Story FREE This Weekend!

July 5, 2025

Just a quick note to say you can read my flash fiction story ‘Ethel Grieves and the Invisibility Curse’ for free this weekend! Usually behind a paywall, Havok is making all their stories free until 10pm Sunday July 6th Central time (USA). “Ethel Grieves did not do dresses, yet here she was, in a dress. … More Read My Story FREE This Weekend!

My Flash Fiction Story Publishes Today!

June 21, 2025

Just a quick note to tell you that my fantasy flash fiction story publishes today! You can read ‘Ethel Grieves and the Invisibility Curse’ for free today only. I had to write a story based on the Ethel Grieves character. See what happens to her when she is forced to attend a ball. If there … More My Flash Fiction Story Publishes Today!

May Update 2025

June 7, 2025

It’s hard to believe it’s June already! May was another busy month of writing, more about that below. I only managed to read 4 books during May. I am hoping to read more this month as I have a lot of books I need to catch up on. I was pleased with the amount I … More May Update 2025

Review: Seasons of Romantasy: Spring.

May 31, 2025

Publisher: Quill & Flame Publishing House. Release Date: March 20, 2025. Source: Received an ARC from the publisher. All opinions are my own. Category: YA/Adult, fantasy, short stories. Synopsis from Goodreads: Spring, summer, fall, winter. Every season is a season for romance. This first volume in a collection of short stories will take you on … More Review: Seasons of Romantasy: Spring.

Flash Fiction Story: The Rescue.

May 28, 2025

Before MerMay comes to an end, I wanted to share with you this flash fiction mermaid story I wrote. Hope you enjoy! Lyra loved to gaze up at the moon and the stars. A strange pastime for a mermaid, especially a princess, and one she had to keep secret. She liked how the moon made … More Flash Fiction Story: The Rescue.

Rochelle L. Sharpe

Contemporary and fantasy author

Tag: short story