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Not everything sleeps when the lights go out... And this collection of short stories by multi-genre fiction author Cathleen Maza is guaranteed to keep you wide awake into the wee hours. Tales from a Dark Mind combines, for the first time ever, the eerie stories found between the pages of both shorter collections Noises in the Dark and Mind Fullness. This makes for the perfect larger volume of dark and disturbing reading material for all lovers of supernatural and paranormal fiction. Especially the type that goes "bump" in the night. Whether you choose to challenge your nerves after the sun ...

"Saying that a place is only haunted at night is like saying a church is only holy on Sunday." Savannah's back! And this time she's bringing all things haunted out into the sun. Welcome to Savannah in Daylight where the sky shines hot and bright, but the city's darker souls still rule the day. Enjoy your time in the Hostess City with some shopping, a luxury hotel stay, or fine Southern dining. But do remember to go into all situations with your eyes wide open and your good intentions intact. And if you happen upon that unusually beautiful young woman who's named after the city, remember to ...

The dark things wait for you to close your eyes... Emma Beckham is bothered by a repetitive nightmare until, at the recommendation of a friend, she starts seeing dream healer Maya Grecco. Maya's innovative approach to taking charge and changing dream structure greatly benefits most people and Emma is no exception. But what happens when disturbing dreams aren't allowed to play out as intended? Maya finds herself exploring this question with Emma when a growing number of her past clients suddenly begin to experience increasingly worse nightmares, including herself. Can the two desperate women...

Fate can never be ignored... A year ago, the McGregor sisters risked everything to save their daughters from an unwanted family destiny. However, a mysterious spirit misguided their actions and now Elise and Sarah both find themselves cursed to serve as Soul Shepherds...beings who can see lost souls and guide them to the afterlife. While Elise has made an uneasy peace with serving the spirit world, Sarah fights her servitude daily. And though Sarah has abandoned her family to keep them from harm, Elise struggles to maintain a home life even with a tragic fate hanging over her head. Can the ...

Short story author Cathleen Maza spins nine dark tales of the supernatural in this gripping horror collection. From the outdoor ruins of a haunted ballroom to a ghostly mansion built entirely of dreams, each story leads the reader down an unlit corridor of the paranormal. For lovers of psychological suspense, this book is a must-read...just remember to turn the lights on. Stories include: Annalisa's Last Dance, Teddy, Teeth, An Angel Walks Into a Bar, Noises in the Dark, Inheritance, The Color of Second Best, Hell Hath No Fury, and Dream Ghosts.

Some family traits should never be passed down... When Elise McGregor was only ten years old, she inherited a "gift" from her ancestors; the ability to see lost souls in order to guide them to the afterlife. Not wanting to accept her fate, Elise was only able to proceed with the help of her older sister, Sarah. But while guiding a dark entity as a young adult, an unforeseen tragedy sends Elise into seclusion. Now, years later, Elise has finally built the life of her dreams. No sooner does she settle in, though, than she finds herself faced with a dark entity in her own home. Will Elise run ...

Welcome to the experience of "Mind Fullness", where short fiction author Cathleen Maza offers a hand-picked selection of tales about the dead, the damaged, and the damned. Whether writing about encounters with legendary ghosts, dining with zombies, or falling prey to an irresistible garden, Cathleen Maza is at the top of her form in delivering an entertaining sense of unease. Stories include: To the Dogs, The Thing Living Under Bobby Greyson's Bed, Dinner with the Devlins, Mermaids, The Conservatory, Mind Fullness, Former Addict's Lament, Junk, Someone I Used to Know, TV Stars, and Legends.

Mysterious invasions, a family's struggle to stay united, and a quest for justice all power this galaxy of adventure! Follow the engaging story of siblings Sync and Selene Harris as they endeavor to restore peace to a galaxy in the midst of a devastating ecological war. "Sky Knights" is an epic novel made up of the five installments of the Sky Knights series, originally created by author Cathleen Maza under the pen name C.A. Maza. This second edition contains complete and updated versions of the original five novellas covering the span of the galactic war: "Invader Within", "Destiny of Doom...

A Beautifully Complicated World is an anthology that includes the stories from published collections written by contemporary fiction author Cathleen Maza. Experience how love can become a web of entangled emotions with the selections originally featured in the Complicated Heart collection. Do you think you know the meaning of beauty? Test your knowledge against the three stories taken from the Beautiful People collection. And finally, experience tales of extraordinary people in some very human situations through the stories originally found in the collection Same Problems, Other Worlds. ...

Forgetting her was his punishment. Never forgetting him was hers. In the mood for something spirited, sultry, and supernatural? Welcome to Savannah at Midnight where the air is humid, the scenery is breathtaking, and restless spirits abound. Take a walk along the river, book a trolley tour of the city, and be sure not to miss the historic district. You'll find that the food is delicious and the locals are friendly, but never take their hospitality for granted. And if you happen upon an unusually beautiful young woman who's named after the city during your adventure, you had best remember to...

A spiritual realm exists in-between the seconds of every twilight... Welcome to Savannah at Twilight, where everyone's favorite resident spirit will take you on a private tour of life and death's most precious events; all of which occur in the twenty minutes before the final sunset of each day. Is it any wonder, then, that the most powerful of places dwells within the framework of these moments? And is it any coincidence that it exists only in Savannah, Georgia? It's not a place where mortals, even those of the paranormal variety, are readily welcomed. But, like it or not, our spirited ...

Sync Harris, a fully trained Sky Knight, is living well and enjoying his hero status on planet Guardia along with his fellow protectors of the galaxy. Sync revels in his adventurous, self-centered lifestyle until an unusual landing happens on the main security complex. The unexpected visitation brings him more than he ever bargained for from his forgotten home planet. As secrets are revealed and truths begin to unfold, Sync is pushed into a personal vendetta that could help ignite a pending galactic war. Filled with action and intrigue, "Message from Home" is the prequel that introduces ...

Everyone cracks under pressure...but what's the breaking point? Fiction author Cathleen Maza explores this question through eighteen short stories about life, love, and loss. Each selection is a well crafted tale reflecting the feelings of characters who endure through triumphs and tragedies. For example, in "Mortal Remains" a distinctly different pair of siblings find themselves both transformed by a shared loss. In a more experimental voice, "Self Evaluation" explores the consequences of a lifetime spent in emotional turmoil. And the tragic "Missing Michael" depicts a family forced to ...

Sometimes love can go wrong. Very, very wrong. Contemporary short fiction author Cathleen Maza goes straight for the dark side of the heart with this assortment of tales about love gone awry. There is no shortage of secrets or ulterior motives as each story reveals the deep feelings that often lead to misguided actions. Fans of dark fiction are sure to enjoy these fourteen selections that invite us to stand as close as we dare to the intersection of Emotion and Reality. Stories include: Complicated Heart, Last Shot, Salvage, The Pumpkin Eater's Wife, Desert, Loss, Lianna, The Butterfly ...

Same Problems, Other Worlds is a selection of short fantasy stories that take place in settings not quite of this time and space. The main characters possess mystical qualities, live in our future, or survive on entirely different realms. Yet these heroes and heroines still find themselves in some very human situations. Take a break and enjoy this trip to places where emotion meets imagination. Stories include: Flammable, Omega Mom, Doing Right by Mavis, Speaking Ill of the Dead, Wings, and Mental Health on Mars.

Destiny can never be escaped... When Elise McGregor was a child, she unwillingly inherited the ability to see lost souls and guide them to the afterlife. Known as a "soul shepherd", Elise was only able to accept her fate with the support of her older sister, Sarah. Several years later, a near-death experience somehow freed Elise from her paranormal ability. The sisters were relieved at first, until discovering that their own young daughters would remain next in line to inherit the family legacy. Now Elise and Sarah must again join forces to find a way to save their children from a seemingly...