Out of the Doldrums

'Out of the Doldrums' is a collection of short stories and novellas. Reflective in nature and written in a classical style, these original stories are thoughtful little adventures with memorable quotes and characters that readers can enjoy again and again.

Tortoise Annie: Krysta James finds herself in ownership of an Annie, the 150-year old Aldabra Tortoise that belonged to her mother, her grandmother, her great-grandmother, and three more generations of women in her family in this adventurous story that reflects on family, legacy, and choice among challenges.

By the Mountain Lake is exactly where Annabelle Reese finds herself, soaking in the natural world she does not often appreciate. This short story is a clever but relatable adventure in dealing with the passing of time and life.

The Man Who Saw Ghosts: A man boards a bus and inadvertently begins a profound encounter with a stranger who both mystifies and enlightens him. Unable to decide how to react to the experience, he finds himself in the conundrum of wondering how qualified he is to live his own life.

Cursed Ice Skates: Young Wendy gives a brief glimpse into the life of her family, which may be worse off than she comprehends.

The Apple Blossoms: Twenty years ago a magical nanny named Granny Applebottom took guardianship over three young brothers amid a tumultuous home life. Now, two of those brothers on very different walks of life reflect over her tutelage.