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Short Stories of Forest and Fantasy: RWR Anthology
If you go down to the woods today, you're sure to be in for a big surprise, because this collection of short stories includes elves, pixies, fairies, werewolves, magical clockworks, a legendary suburban panther and even a yowie. From high fantasy to noir urban, there's something for every fantasy lover. Each story short enough to enjoy in a sitting, all linked by the mystical power of the rainforest.
Seasoned authors alongside emerging talent. Authors include Charmaine Clancy, Chris Radge, Martii Maclean, Frank Prem, Georgina Ballantine, Lea Scott, LR Johnson, Maria Parenti-Baldey, Robert Walmsley-Evans, Pamela Jeffs, Rachel Nightingale, Christine Kelly, June Perkins, Katrina Rutgers, Renee Hills, Sarah Hegerty and Paul Smith.
Seasoned authors alongside emerging talent. Authors include Charmaine Clancy, Chris Radge, Martii Maclean, Frank Prem, Georgina Ballantine, Lea Scott, LR Johnson, Maria Parenti-Baldey, Robert Walmsley-Evans, Pamela Jeffs, Rachel Nightingale, Christine Kelly, June Perkins, Katrina Rutgers, Renee Hills, Sarah Hegerty and Paul Smith.
216 pages, Paperback
Published November 6, 2019
About the author
Charmaine Clancy
21 books60 followersCharmaine Clancy lives in Brisbane, Australia and loves to create characters for mystery, fantasy and adventure. All her stories are fictional, except maybe MY ZOMBIE DOG (some say to this day you can hear the dog softly moaning, 'braaains').
Charmaine was born the year man walked on the moon, and if more aware of the event, she probably would have thought it was a great setting for a murder. She grew up in the big city of Sydney. Her early school reports advised disapprovingly that she was always 'daydreaming'. Obviously her teachers did not recognise and value the art of plotting. Despite this feedback, Charmaine loved studying and would later go on to University to gain her BA in Professional and Creative Writing. She has worked editing articles for magazines, but her favourite jobs have been dog grooming and teaching.
When not explaining the dangers of underestimating a fairy or the best spots to hide a body, Charmaine teaches high school English and sometimes runs creative writing classes for children and teenagers. She loves all things Agatha Christie and is often watching those around her with suspicious eyes; on the off chance they ever do commit a cleverly devised crime.
Charmaine was born the year man walked on the moon, and if more aware of the event, she probably would have thought it was a great setting for a murder. She grew up in the big city of Sydney. Her early school reports advised disapprovingly that she was always 'daydreaming'. Obviously her teachers did not recognise and value the art of plotting. Despite this feedback, Charmaine loved studying and would later go on to University to gain her BA in Professional and Creative Writing. She has worked editing articles for magazines, but her favourite jobs have been dog grooming and teaching.
When not explaining the dangers of underestimating a fairy or the best spots to hide a body, Charmaine teaches high school English and sometimes runs creative writing classes for children and teenagers. She loves all things Agatha Christie and is often watching those around her with suspicious eyes; on the off chance they ever do commit a cleverly devised crime.
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May 16, 2021
If you love intriguing tales of Magic, Myth and the Paranormal, you will love this collection of fantasy stories by 'Rainforest Retreat' storytellers. Masterfully edited by Charmaine Clancy and Chris Radge.
Featuring authors Pamela Jeffs, Lea Scott, Georgina Ballantine, Martii Maclean and many MORE.
A Must-Read!
Featuring authors Pamela Jeffs, Lea Scott, Georgina Ballantine, Martii Maclean and many MORE.
A Must-Read!
October 9, 2022
Charmaine Clancy, wrote a story about the sightings of a mythical cat. Detective Watkins purred like a kitten when he met his client, Mrs Jenkins. Her husband was the cause of her visit. He lured her into his trap.
Chris Radge, wrote 'Tinsel Fructify' about a mother explaining to her daughter why they lived in an old house with many strong enchantments woven around its perimeter. Janice wanted to protect her daughter Cindy from the evil outside their door.
Martii Maclean, wrote 'The Clockwork Prince'. This is a haunting tale of deception and broken promises.
Frank Prem, wrote a poem called 'Blue Dog', although the dog was starving, his owner would seek nourishment for the beast.
Georgina Ballantine, wrote 'The Valla Tree', having joined the boy Juni's flesh into its being, now 'The Valla Tree' would not release him without a replacement, his sister.
Lea Scott, wrote The Eighth Deadly Sin. I particularly loved this story. Ms. Walker has to endure the pain of learning to walk on a prosthetic leg. She has a job to do, and she is resourceful.
L. R. Johnsone, wrote 'Forging Fate.' The two remaining Gods Ravaque and Belenus, we're going to Heaven's Gate to finally put an end to the insurgent rebellion of the Fae. But were they really Gods?
Maria Parenti-Baldey, wrote 'A Morning of Many' a charming story of a bus ride with a difference.
Robert Walmsley Evans, wrote 'The Cloudburst'. This is a wonderful story. Alberforth was a wizard who'd been given a gift that kept him isolated in his cliff-top home. A young boy came to his door and asked him why he lived alone. The storm was gathering strength. The boy explained that the village was full of kind people who should not be destroyed by a Cloudburst. Alberforth had magic to stop the storm, but at what cost? How could the balance of nature return?
Pamela Jeffs, wrote 'Joshua's End'. A fall from a cliff, the view of the rainforest below and a dream of Fae folk curing injuries so that they could return him from where he came. How would the story end?
Rachael Nightingale, wrote 'A Tale of the Mountains.' Two young girls delighted in the stories their Grandmam told them of her mountains. She weaved magic in her tales about how she and Grandpa settled them there. They went on a trip to the mountains, the girl's mother didn't want to go, but still, it was their Grandmams wish. That last story she told them was a fable, wasn't it?
Christine Kelly, wrote 'The Lost'. A heartfelt story about a man facing grief, and becoming a lost camper.
June Perkins, (one of my favourite authors) wrote a poem called 'Keeper of the Flames'. Thoroughly enchanting.
Katrina Rutgers, wrote 'Rainforest Sprites'. This is a magical spell of a story. Children's lost toys are enchanted while they are on a holiday in the forest. The whole world will benefit from the results.
Renee Hills, wrote 'Rainforest Healing'. Tabitha had been running from her demons all her life. She had nightmares and couldn't escape the torment. In the rainforest a mass of beautiful coloured butterflies surrounded her, leading her to the sound of tinkling water. She was led to The Well of Tears and healing.
Sarah Hegerty, wrote 'The Six'. A half-blood elf ran toward her destiny. She was accepted into the six. No longer would she endure living with the humans, she would find her rightful place. But would she be betrayed?
Paul Smith, wrote 'Yowie on the Mountain'. Harry Bath was a Private Detective but he wanted to get away from work and go to an archaeological dig. He found much more on the mountain camp than he thought he would.
Every one of the stories in this book is carefully crafted. I can feel the excitement and energy the authors felt while engaging with the hosts of the Rainforest Writing Retreat. Each year fifty writers enjoy the learning curve offered by professionals of their chosen genre.
Chris Radge, wrote 'Tinsel Fructify' about a mother explaining to her daughter why they lived in an old house with many strong enchantments woven around its perimeter. Janice wanted to protect her daughter Cindy from the evil outside their door.
Martii Maclean, wrote 'The Clockwork Prince'. This is a haunting tale of deception and broken promises.
Frank Prem, wrote a poem called 'Blue Dog', although the dog was starving, his owner would seek nourishment for the beast.
Georgina Ballantine, wrote 'The Valla Tree', having joined the boy Juni's flesh into its being, now 'The Valla Tree' would not release him without a replacement, his sister.
Lea Scott, wrote The Eighth Deadly Sin. I particularly loved this story. Ms. Walker has to endure the pain of learning to walk on a prosthetic leg. She has a job to do, and she is resourceful.
L. R. Johnsone, wrote 'Forging Fate.' The two remaining Gods Ravaque and Belenus, we're going to Heaven's Gate to finally put an end to the insurgent rebellion of the Fae. But were they really Gods?
Maria Parenti-Baldey, wrote 'A Morning of Many' a charming story of a bus ride with a difference.
Robert Walmsley Evans, wrote 'The Cloudburst'. This is a wonderful story. Alberforth was a wizard who'd been given a gift that kept him isolated in his cliff-top home. A young boy came to his door and asked him why he lived alone. The storm was gathering strength. The boy explained that the village was full of kind people who should not be destroyed by a Cloudburst. Alberforth had magic to stop the storm, but at what cost? How could the balance of nature return?
Pamela Jeffs, wrote 'Joshua's End'. A fall from a cliff, the view of the rainforest below and a dream of Fae folk curing injuries so that they could return him from where he came. How would the story end?
Rachael Nightingale, wrote 'A Tale of the Mountains.' Two young girls delighted in the stories their Grandmam told them of her mountains. She weaved magic in her tales about how she and Grandpa settled them there. They went on a trip to the mountains, the girl's mother didn't want to go, but still, it was their Grandmams wish. That last story she told them was a fable, wasn't it?
Christine Kelly, wrote 'The Lost'. A heartfelt story about a man facing grief, and becoming a lost camper.
June Perkins, (one of my favourite authors) wrote a poem called 'Keeper of the Flames'. Thoroughly enchanting.
Katrina Rutgers, wrote 'Rainforest Sprites'. This is a magical spell of a story. Children's lost toys are enchanted while they are on a holiday in the forest. The whole world will benefit from the results.
Renee Hills, wrote 'Rainforest Healing'. Tabitha had been running from her demons all her life. She had nightmares and couldn't escape the torment. In the rainforest a mass of beautiful coloured butterflies surrounded her, leading her to the sound of tinkling water. She was led to The Well of Tears and healing.
Sarah Hegerty, wrote 'The Six'. A half-blood elf ran toward her destiny. She was accepted into the six. No longer would she endure living with the humans, she would find her rightful place. But would she be betrayed?
Paul Smith, wrote 'Yowie on the Mountain'. Harry Bath was a Private Detective but he wanted to get away from work and go to an archaeological dig. He found much more on the mountain camp than he thought he would.
Every one of the stories in this book is carefully crafted. I can feel the excitement and energy the authors felt while engaging with the hosts of the Rainforest Writing Retreat. Each year fifty writers enjoy the learning curve offered by professionals of their chosen genre.
June 6, 2023
None of the short stories in this collection are particularly well-written and there are a TON of errors that should have been fixed with even the most basic editing (why these indie books refuse to even do a simple spelling and grammar check is beyond me). Huge glaring issues that throw you out of the stories so hard it gives you whiplash aside, this book is gloriously, enthusiastically terrible. Plot holes galore, reads like it was written by a group of high schoolers, the whole nine. But, it is enthusiastic. These writers clearly love to tell a story and if you don't mind reading a bunch of first-draft short stories and terrible poetry, go ahead and snag this one. It's not worth paying full price for by a long shot but getting it in a swap was worthwhile.
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