Isn’t that gorgeous?!
I am, frankly, freaking out about this.
First… There’s the cover. Up there. Go look again. I’ll wait.
Second… This is something I’ve had waiting in the wings for years. I was fortunate enough to have a bit of time and decided to go for it. It’s an anthology of short fiction and I’ve had the privilege of working with seven amazing authors to create this book.
Third… I am over-the-moon thrilled to announce The Shadows We Breathe will be out in August! Stay tuned.
A huge thanks to all the authors who added their words to this collection of beautifully-written stories. 🖤 To Loni Townsend for the cover art. To Allie Potts for getting this cover print-ready (and creating that lovely 3D image up there).
Blurb
WE ARE ALL PART SHADOW
Life promises joy and sorrow. Alongside the light, there will always be traces of darkness. It is the nature of being human.
In this anthology, we explore relationships—how they sculpt us, hurt us, help us, and reveal our deepest desires.
Eight artists, whose words paint worlds, bring you stories of heartache, loss, hope, and forgiveness. They unveil the intimacy and complexity of relationships.
Whether family, friend, or lover, connections to others can hold us up or break us down.
Within these pages, beautiful words are spun into tales threaded with darkness.
Discover the shadows we breathe.
Contributors 💕
Georgia Bell is the author of Unbound, a young adult paranormal romance about love, fear, and immortality. She was raised on a steady diet of science fiction and fantasy and began writing the stories she wanted to read over a decade ago.
Maria Carvalho is a multi-genre writer whose short stories have appeared in a wide variety of magazines and anthologies, including Under the Full Moon’s Light and Cabinet of Curiosities (both by Owl Hollow Press).
Reena Dobson began pursuing her creative writing with a vengeance when she realised the world was never going to stop and give her time to write. She now writes at the edges, in sunshine and under cover of darkness.
Ali Isaac is a writer and blogger living in Co. Cavan, Ireland. In 2020, she was awarded a writing mentorship by Words Ireland and the Arts Council of Ireland, working under the guidance of author, Sara Baume. Her writing has been published in The Stinging Fly, Sonder, and Paper Lanterns.
D. Wallace Peach, best-selling fantasy author, started writing later in life after the kids were grown and a move left her with hours to fill. Years of working in business surrendered to a full-time indulgence in the imaginative world of books, and when she started writing, she was instantly hooked
Allie Potts lives in Raleigh, North Carolina with her husband, two children, and spoiled dog. When not finding ways to squeeze in 72 hours into a 24-hour day, Allie consumes and creates science fiction, fantasy, post-apocalyptic quests, cozy mysteries, and contemporary fiction.
Mary Smith, author and poet, is based in Scotland. Her memoir Drunk Chickens and Burnt Macaroni: Real Stories of Afghan Women focusses on her work in Afghanistan, which also provides the setting for her novel No More Mulberries.
Available soon in both eBook and Paperback! 🖤 🎉
I have a guest post over at Marcia’s today so check that out!
Gorgeous indeed! Congratulations to all on a job well, well done!
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Thanks, Liz! 🎉
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Woohoo! Wishing you and all your fantastic contributors all the very best with the book 💜
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Thank you, Willow! 🎉
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Always a pleasure 💜
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It is gorgeous, indeed, Sarah! Congratulations on this very intriguing anthology, and thanks for being a guest today over on The Write Stuff. So happy to have you! 🙂 ❤
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Thanks so much, Marcia. 💖 You’re the bee’s knees, lady. So appreciate the guest post and am happy to be at The Write Stuff! 🎉
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Congratulations to you and all the authors on this new release! I do think the minimalist aesthetic of the cover art works; it’s a cool cover!
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Thanks, Priscilla! 💖 (On all counts!)
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Love the cover! And look forward to reading! ❤
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Thanks, lovely! 💖🎉
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Awesome, Sarah. Job well done. I’m looking forward to the official release. 🙂
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I’m looking forward to that, too. Very much so. Soon! 🎉 I am thrilled to have your beautiful stories included in this book. Thank you, again, Diana. 💖
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Great cover! Congratulations.
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Thanks, Sean! 🎉
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That really is a great cover, and I’ve always enjoyed Ali’s work.
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That means a lot, Craig. Your covers are so exciting. I love this design but wasn’t sure how it would be received. I thought it might be too…I don’t know…plain/boring for a lot of people. Thank you. 🎉 And, yes, Ali’s work is amazing. The writing in here… I am honored to have worked with these writers.
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I really like the minimalist style of this. haven’t talked to Ali in years. She used to be quite active online.
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Thanks. 🙂 Yeah, she was very active online but it’s been a bit. She’s working on other projects. I was lucky (and thrilled) to have her contribute to this.
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It’s beginning to feel real now, Sarah 🙂 Looking forward to actually getting hold of the book!
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I know! It’s like Pinocchio. 🙂 Someday (soon) it will be a real book! 🎉 Thank you, Mary. I’m so grateful to have your lovely words included in this anthology. 💖
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Congrats to all of you – love the cover! On the way to Marcia’s now.
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Thank you so much, Teri! 🎉 And the response to the cover so far is making me very happy. I love this cover but thought others might think it was too boring or plain. It means a lot.
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Great cover.. Congratulations to you all… Popping over to Marcia’s… 😀
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Thanks, Carol! 💖🎉
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Sounds Fab, Sarah. If you’ve curated this, it must be good.
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Well. That is high praise. And I truly appreciate it. Thanks so much, Geoff. 🙂
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The cover is great. I look forward to reading the anthology, Sarah.
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Thanks, Norah! 🙂 💖
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Hi Sarah, congratulations, this sounds like a wonderful undertaking and book. I look forward to reading it; it has stories included by some of my favourite writers.
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Thanks, Robbie. 🎉
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What a fantastic project, Sarah, and a stellar line-up of authors. The cover is icing on the cake.
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Thanks, Charli! 🎂 🙂
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Excellent. Is it available for pre-order?
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You know…that’s interesting. It is not available for pre-order. I’ve never done that but I think I will for the next Volume. 🙂 Thanks, Graeme.
It will be available very soon. And I’ll shout it from rooftops. (Hopefully, Spring-heeled Jack won’t be up there with me.)
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Well, that sent me down an internet rabbit hole. I hadn’t heard of Spring-heeled Jack, so had to go looking for him – and that’s half an hour of my life I won’t get back… But at least I know now.
I’ll look forward to seeing the book out.
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Haha! Sorry. (Kind of.) I’m surprised you’d not heard of the springy devil.
Thanks! I’m looking forward to seeing the book out, too. I do think next time I’ll do a pre-order. We’ll both learn something new. 😉
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Wow. How’d I miss this announcement? I really need to do a better job at keeping on top of blogs.
You did an excellent job with the whole dang anthology, and despite all the trials you faced, you pulled it off. You should be proud of yourself!
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Thank you. There were a few…obstacles I wasn’t expecting but it all worked out. I am proud of this book. I think it’s going to be a gorgeous anthology. Thanks, in part, to you and your artistic/tech help. Truly appreciate all your help and guidance.
You get to blog posts every time. You’re good. (But… Ack! I’m neck-deep in work and forgot IWSG today.)
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LOVE LOVE LOVE! The cover is gorgeous!
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Thank you! 🎉🎉🎉 So happy to hear that! I’ve mentioned how much I loved this but was unsure if others would so these comments always make me happy. Also, you have good taste. Just saying.
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Sounds absolutely fabulous. Look forward to checking it out properly. 💜💚💛
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Aw, thanks, Miriam! 🙂 🎉 I hope you do get a chance to check it out. 💖
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I definitely will! Have put it on my list. 💗
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Yay! 🎉 💃
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