When Times are Tough
I've heard it said that when times are tough, people turn to the things that they take great comfort in. Alcohol, food, intimacy with a spouse or partner. I've also heard it said that fantasy stories become more popular during unsettled times. It seems there has been an awakening of the genre again. Shows such as Game of Thrones, Wheel of Time, and Fantastic Beasts are bringing a new wave of otherworldly entertainment, perhaps because the real world's drama is overwhelming. Indeed, being powerless over so many obstacles that we see on the news can turn us inside out.
I've always found comfort in fantasy stories. Ever since I was a child I loved reading books like Through the Looking Glass, The Wizard of Oz, and Dr. Doolittle. Reading fantasy stories seemed to have helped in the development of my imagination, and imagination is the foundation of all things creative.
Today I offer you a host of imaginative stories by independent authors. I hope you take a look at some of these. My own book Darkness Holds the Son is included with them. Take a look and enjoy them. Authors work hard to write a book and bring it to publication. I'm thrilled to be included in this list!
