Travel Short Stories

Flying to a faraway destination can be wondrous and frightening. When settling down for a long flight, a range of questions may come to mind about some of the unusual aspects of flying, like should you be concerned about the lightning storm in the distance? Or why do you feel like a zombie after crossing several time zones? These and many more questions are explored in an easy to read and humorous way. In answering these questions you will be taken on a journey through a range of aviation topics with great care and insight. You will see why the human body is not well adapted to some aspects...

The wealthiest bachelor in the solar system is about to get the surprise of a lifetime from a woman he believes will be his next conquest. Sophie has a dark secret, and she’s traveled from Earth to Jupiter’s moon of Ganymede because of it. Guy Devereux's parties are considered legendary in the solar system. Just because you're rich doesn't mean you get invited. Sophie's secured an exclusive invitation to Guy’s latest soiree on Ganymede. She's not there to have a good time. She's there to meet the one-and-only Edmund James, a wealthy moonboy considered one of the most sought-after ...

This anthology is the latest collection of time-travel romance sci-fi short stories from prominent, award-winning sci-fi authors including Nina Allan, Carrie Vaughn and Seanan McGuire. Follow time travellers of all genders as they go backward and forward in time, sometimes to save the one they love, other times as a sacrifice and others simply because it's their job.

SOME TESTS ARE LIFE OR DEATH DAN KOTLER—Archaeologist, occasional FBI Consultant, certified Trouble Magnet—just wanted a vacation. And an invitation to help uncover and explore a newly discovered Templar tunnel seemed like just the ticket. When a group of thieves take control of the tunnel, in search of its hidden trove of treasure, Kotler finds himself forced to face an ancient rite of passage, in a network of traps and trials laid about by the Knights Templar, a thousand years ago. It will take everything Kotler knows to get him through this one. CAN KOTLER SURVIVE THE TEMPLAR ...

Antique Mirror Short Story inspired The Witches of Hant Hollow Trilogy. Victoria Frost, a Nashville artist yearning for a fresh start, stumbles upon a quaint farmhouse with an unexpected allure. At its heart is an antique mirror above the mantle, a relic that exudes both beauty and mystery. But this mirror is no ordinary heirloom—it holds a secret that will change her life forever. One evening, while talking on the phone with her art dealer and best friend, Max, Victoria glimpses a spectral figure in the mirror’s depths. Emboldened by curiosity and a touch of courage, she places her ...

Dive heart-first into the intoxicating, ethereal streets of New Orleans with "67 Days of NOLA Poetic Exploration Between Here And There". We welcome you to Week 6 - a curated exploration titled "The Experimental Certainty of Exploration Through Social Distance." Navigate through a meticulously crafted journey that melds poetic inquiry with the rhythmic heartbeats of a city rich in layered tales and spirited melodies. Explore "The Dance of Dualities" as you traverse the path between the seen and the unseen, the spoken and the silent, the tangible and the ephemeral. Engage in an intimate ...

Alayna Guim is a contract killer who wants to retire. She’s had a long and illustrious career as a clandestine hit woman and figured that it was time to call it quits. However, she has to reconsider the whole idea of “time” altogether when a rich scientist books her last job. It requires her to travel back in time to save a life rather than take it.

Step into a realm where the whisper of morning revelations unveils the path to inner wisdom, and the vibrant life of New Orleans sets the stage for a journey of self-discovery and communal understanding. "67 Days of NOLA Poetic Exploration Between Here And There" is not just a book of poetry; it's a soulful expedition across the landscapes of time, culture, and the mysteries of the human spirit. Week 7 - "The Experimental Certainty of Exploration Through Social Distance" - challenges readers to traverse the intellectual and emotional terrains of isolation, where the act of distancing ...

One Voice Recordings presents stories by H. L. Peretz. This production of five of his best tales includes Beryl The Tailor, Devotion Without End, The Visit of the Magician, The Poor Boy, and Travel Pictures from 'Pictures of a Provincial Journey'.

Discover a gripping collection of time traveler romance stories… With period-perfect details, dashing heroes, and settings ranging from 1950s New York to war-torn 387 BC Ireland, this page-turning anthology will leave you begging for more! 
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 Traveler by JC Cooper Young, strong, smart, and independent, the last thing Sofie wants is to fall in love – until William McKay happened, that is. Despite all her efforts, she can’t help but begin falling for him. And after a day that leaves her hopeful and heartbroken, the last thing Sofie wanted turns out to be the first...

Picture this: effortlessly chatting with locals as you explore sun-soaked markets, sharing laughter over delicious meals, and diving into captivating stories that transport you to another world! This incredible collection includes "Spanish Vocabulary Words For Beginners," where you’ll build a powerful toolkit of essential words; "Easy Short Stories in Spanish for Beginners," filled with enchanting tales that make learning feel like magic; and "Spanish Travel Phrases for Beginners," your ultimate guide to navigating adventures with confidence!

Sometimes it takes a second time around… It’s Thanksgiving at the Sweet household, and Grandma Nettie’s on her last nerve trying to wrangle both the turkey and her family members what with all the whining and bickering going on. So what’s she to do but have herself a nip of eggnog and promise to tell an exciting tale of romance and suspense if everyone settle downs and behaves? Little does Grandpa Duncan know, Grandma Nettie’s about to recount the story of another Thanksgiving from not-so-long ago… one that involved a runaway bride and an old flame she never thought she’d lay ...

In the beginning, there was peace. Then, a sickness spread through the Nine Realms, corrupting the very fabric of reality. Those affected by the contagion turned on the rest, sparking the Great War.

On a nice quiet trip to the English countryside to cope with the likelihood that he has gone a little insane, Adam meets a man who definitely has. The madman's name is John Corrigan, and he is convinced he's going to die soon. He may be right. Because there's trouble coming, and unless Adam can get his own head together in time, they may die together.

Welcome to the preview of Sci-Fi and Scary Stories Bundle. This audiobook consist of two books.

Vier Geschichten, die uns lehren, aus der Vergangenheit über die Zukunft zu lernen und den Blick nach vorn zu öffnen. Was wäre, wenn du in die Vergangenheit reisen könntest? Bevor der Kaffee kalt wird erzählt die Geschichte von einem magischen Sessel in einem sehr besonderen Café in Japan. Wer sich in diesen Sessel setzt, darf in die Vergangenheit zurückreisen, aber nur solange, bis »der Kaffee kalt wird«. Das Café trägt den Namen »Funiculi Funicula« und zieht viele Menschen unwillkürlich an, weil sie das Bedürfnis verspüren, die Vergangenheit noch einmal zu durchleben.

Stacked in the back of Dora's Explorables Antique Shop is an old wooden door with a secret. What would you do if you could go back in time? Would you try to fix the past? Or grab yourself a new future? Jessup's Door is a 12,000-word short story about time and love.

CHRISTMAS IN SEATTLE It’s Christmas Eve, and jet-setting Ariella and her husband are in Seattle for an elegant party. After a steamy encounter on top of the Space Needle, Ariella enters the ballroom to discover that a menacing stranger has revealed a secret from her past to everyone in the room. Although Ariella puts on a brave face, her character is called into question by the very person she trusts most in the world: her sexy millionaire husband. When she finds herself out on the dark, rainy streets of Seattle on Christmas Eve, she is confronted with the possibility that her happily-...

Jake Hughes cannot run from the fact that he is entering a head on collision with the Mob! Six weeks earlier Jake Hughes was living the quiet life in America with his wife Emily, They decide to take their annual vacation, walking in England. A chance meeting during the walk awakens a hidden memory in Jake, dragging him into direct conflict with a powerful Mafia Family, catapulting him into a a game of cat and mouse, challenging life or death! He teams up with, Jonty Ball, a retired detective inspector, between them they thread the pieices of an unsolved murder twenty years earlier. Is it ...

Experience a thrilling journey through the vast expanse of the universe with Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 02. This collection of short stories is a must-read for any science fiction enthusiast, and a perfect introduction to the genre for those new to it. With each story carefully crafted to ignite the reader's imagination, this book is an unforgettable ride through the depths of space and the mysteries of the unknown. Set in the far future, Science Fiction Short Stories Vol. 02 takes readers on a journey through time and space, exploring the infinite possibilities of the universe. ...