Download or read book Coma and Other Spooky Tales written by Ranjit Kulkarni and published by Athena Creations. This book was released on 2020-11-27 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A bundle of eight tales that will tingle your spine and, often, leave a smile too. A woman on her deathbed in Coma can hear things around her without anyone else knowing it and finds her new world comically fascinating. At a conference of Bacteria, one of the species raises the often debated topic in Gut Feeling; Does the Human really exist? In Prognosis, a doctor specialising in palliative care cannot handle it when his own daughter is diagnosed with a terminal disease. Find out what happens when a son realises that the body of his father who died in the pandemic is lost in The Funeral. A successful industrialist looks forward to his felicitation at his batch Reunion, but is it really something worth looking forward to? Everyone loves the caretaker of terminal patients, but what exactly are they grateful for? A medical student finds out in Grace Ayah. A must read collection for readers of short stories looking for a quick read, especially of the spooky kind. Give it a try!
Download or read book Immortal and Other Stories written by Ranjit Kulkarni and published by Athena Creations. This book was released on 2021-09-03 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is there life beyond this world? Is there a part of us that is truly immortal? This collection has ten stories that believe there is. These are stories about the soul of loved ones that comes back, the one that stays in our memories, the one that never dies. In this collection, you will find stories like these: Can memories be erased? What if there really was a Memory Doctor? What would happen if a cat called Jumpy took the soul of a loved one? Why is a leopard in the city talking to a man and vice versa in A Second Chance? In Remembrances, listen to a young, single father talking to his wife about their daughter who is fast growing. What does an urban man who goes to his home in the hills find about being Immortal? Can the soul of a loved one be responsible for a man in sorrow to be Born Again? Read about these.. and many more. You will find soul-stirring, moving stories about being immortal in this short stories collection. Get your copy!
Download or read book Tough Love and Other Stories written by Ranjit Kulkarni and published by Ranjit Kulkarni. This book was released on 2021-11-04 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who said love was simple and uncomplicated? Here are fourteen stories about people who have loved. These are stories about complex human beings driven in myriad directions by their emotion of love. In this book, you will find stories like these: What does a young man do when The End of the World is declared? A young woman finds that memories of past love haunt her in The Evening Train. A middle-aged man in a seemingly happy marriage thinks about Possibilities. When a woman is lost in turmoil, she takes a Train to Nowhere. A mother and son talk in Wake-Up Alarm and battle in A Bad Bargain What if a man fell in love with a droid? Or a robot found love in a human? Read about these.. and many more. You will find engrossing stories of love, emotion, and relationships in this quick read collection. Give it a shot!
Download or read book Mind Game and Other Stories written by Ranjit Kulkarni and published by Athena Creations. This book was released on 2021-12-06 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The mind of man is a turncoat - both his enemy and his friend, and very often playing games. These are eleven stories in which these games of the mind are in display; in which the minds of the characters play games – with them and with others. In this book, you will find stories like these: A blind man finds surprises when he prides himself on seeing things In Plain Sight. When a youngster finds himself broken-hearted, does he find himself in a world of his own Creation? A policeman after an encounter with a criminal plays a Mind Game in one story, and in another finds his honesty being questioned in A Small Haul When a man moves into a new house, why does he hear Screams at Night? A schoolboy is caught in a tangle when his mother fiercely defends his Marksheet What happens when a hitman who wants to give it all up is given The Last Job? Read about these.. and many more. Whether you are a reader of psychological thrillers or a lover of short stories, you will find mind-tickling stories of deceit and twists in this quick read collection. Grab a copy!
Download or read book Grandpa s Pet and Other Childhood Stories written by Ranjit Kulkarni and published by Athena Creations. This book was released on 2020-11-28 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A small bunch of four delightful stories from the innocent years of life. In Novel, two friends disappointed that they have failed their English Test realise that there is more than what meets their eye when they meet their teacher! A school boy who gets a scolding on losing his newly gifted Fountain Pen learns some new lessons on finding it. In Karate, the fat boy frustrated with himself and the sport rediscovers himself elsewhere on being rusticated. A college going kid discovers that he was really Grandpa's Pet till his dreams run ahead of himself. A cute, must read collection of short stories, that will take you back to childhood.
Download or read book People We Know and Other Stories written by Ranjit Kulkarni and published by Athena Creations. This book was released on 2021-10-01 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twelve stories about people we know, characters we have seen but often not noticed. Human beings in our everyday lives with their own motivations, their own stories. In this book, you will find stories about these: A young boy Aryan who comes uninvited to my house. What is it that he wants to say? A house maid for whom all days are the same gets tempted by The Open Drawer. A security guard who children playfully call Helmet Uncle has a long-lost story to hide under his helmet. A small-time private detective who thinks he is Ready for the Big Stage. The sensitive man doing my laundry who my son named Iron Man. A tyre puncture man, An auto driver, a food delivery man.... and more. Whether you are a casual reader or a serious lover of short stories, you will find stories of intrigue, empathy, and surprise in this quick read collection. Give it a try!
Download or read book Soulmate and Other Stories with a Twist written by Ranjit Kulkarni and published by Athena Creations. This book was released on 2020-11-30 with total page 133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ten stories that will haunt you and provoke thought, with the proverbial twist in the tale. A young woman not willing to settle for anyone less than a Soulmate in marriage finally finds one, or does she? Two garbage workers find a diamond ring in, well, the Garbage, only to discover that it is garbage, after all. The 50th Wedding Anniversary of the Singhs reveals more secrets than it hides, but can the old, happily married couple handle them? In Confession, find out what happens when long lost Parikshit Sharma returns home to visit his dying mother who can't move or speak one last time. When a corporate manager Rajat is asked by his colleague to Help someone, he thinks he does provide it, or does he? For lovers of short fiction with surprise endings, this is a not to be missed quick read collection. Give it a try!
Download or read book Melange written by Ranjit Kulkarni and published by Athena Creations. This book was released on 2022-04-22 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The mind of a human being is what differentiates us from other animals. It gives us the power of thinking, and the power of feeling. One would not be wrong to say that it is the mind that has made the human animal what it is today, both good and bad. The mind of a human being is by its very nature restless. It can be both a friend and an enemy. It is this precise restlessness of the human mind that the stories in this collection explore. What would happen if a character got what it wants? Would he or she be consumed by greed and want more? What would happen if a character doesn’t get what it wants? Would he or she be consumed by anger and pursue it blindly? The stories in this collection will provide you with insights into the working of the restless mind. With stories covering both the responsible and treacherous rides of the mind, Melange is a medley of diverse stories about the restless mind that will entertain, enlighten and provoke thought.
Download or read book Tales Rumors and Gossip written by Gail de Vos and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 1996-04-15 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the stories and themes that capture the imagination of young people today. A sampling of tales is organized into broad subject areas, such as contaminated food, threats to children, and satanic legends, and the tales are analyzed according to function, structure, and international variants. De Vos also discusses film and literary adaptions and offers suggestions for adapting tales for the junior high and high school curriculum. Explore the stories and themes that capture the imagination of young people today. After a fascinating overview and discussion of contemporary legends (commonly referred to as modern urban legends and often told as true), de Vos examines them in their relationship to rumors and gossip, ostension (acting out the legends), the role of the media in formulation and dissemination, and related tales (e.g., literary horror tales). A sampling of tales is organized into broad subject areas, such as contaminated food, threats to children, and satanic legends, and the legends are analyzed according to function, structure, and international variants. De Vos discusses some of the literary and visual adaptations in popular culture and offers suggestions for adapting tales for the junior high and high school curriculum. A fascinating professional book, this is a great resource to use with young adults.
Download or read book Irish Ghost Tales written by Tony Locke and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2015-10-05 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do ghosts exist, do supernatural beings walk the land and do creatures linger in the shadows. Are legends of blood-sucking creatures based on some truth found on the edges of reality? Within these pages Tony Locke will take you on a journey through the magical land of Erin. You will explore castles and graveyards, and be introduced to banshees, warlocks, spectres, poltergeists and the Undead. You will read about the spirit of a child that possesses a doll, the vengeful druid who guards a tomb and the ghost of a cannibal woman who enjoyed eating children. Based on the myths and legends of Ireland, these tales have been collected and retold by professional storyteller Tony Locke. So why not pull up a chair and sit awhile? You know you’re never too old for a story.
Download or read book Scary Tales Volume 1 written by J. Wampler and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2023-04-24 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About the Book We all know the stories of Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and Snow White. They have been told time and time again, with happy endings for these princesses. Even the original stories had the antagonist win over their evil competition. But what happens if the ending isn't necessarily so happy? In Scary Tales: Volume 1: Princesses Gone Wild, readers will be introduced to new flips and turns. Open your mind to a different take on classic characters with tantalizing tales, eerie enchantments, and menacing monsters. This anthology is the first of ten stories that tells what happens when there is a horrific twist on some of the world's most beloved fairy tales. About the Author J. Wampler loves fairy tales and the characters they explore. He is also extremely interested in horror, which this book serves as an introductory mash-up of the two. He is a combat veteran, serving thirteen years in the Army, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice. A Charlotte, North Carolina native, he resides in Pflugerville, Texas outside the metropolitan city of Austin with his wife, daughter, and house full of pets. Inspiration was drawn from various classic monsters and fairy tales throughout time. While some elements remain, there are some hidden horrors around every turn.
Download or read book Enigmatic Tales Trio Poirot Investigates Ghost Stories Sons and Lovers Poirot Investigates Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories Sons and Lovers written by Agatha Christie and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-06-21 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Book 1: Poirot Investigates by Agatha Christie [ASIN: B09Y33LQJ4] Join the legendary detective Hercule Poirot in a collection of intriguing mysteries with Agatha Christie's "Poirot Investigates." Each tale is a masterclass in deduction and suspense, showcasing Christie's brilliance in crafting clever and captivating mysteries. Book 2: Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories [ASIN: B0CNLQVD8V] Dive into the supernatural with a collection of ghost stories, including "Present at a Hanging," by various authors. This anthology explores the eerie and mysterious, offering a spine-tingling reading experience that will haunt your imagination long after the stories conclude. Book 3: Sons and Lovers by D. H. Lawrence [ASIN: B0CBFGCTNF] Experience the complexities of love and family dynamics with D. H. Lawrence's "Sons and Lovers." This classic novel delves into the intimate relationships of the Morel family, exploring themes of passion, identity, and the challenges of pursuing one's desires.
Download or read book Forgotten Ghost Tales and Legends of the Old West written by Robert F. (Bob) Turpin and published by Booktango. This book was released on 2013-09-12 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If ghostly apparitions, frightening superstitions, strange phenomenon, mysterious unexplained happenings, dreams that wake you in the middle of the night in a cold sweat intrigue you, then this book is for you. Forgotten Ghosts and Legends of the Old West has it all. If you are an adventurous soul who enjoys reading a good ghost tale, these exciting accounts should more than fill the bill and leave you wanting more of the same.
Download or read book THE PANIC ROOM 30 Ghost Tales by Sheridan Le Fanu written by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-12-22 with total page 1165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu (1814-1873) was an Irish writer of Gothic tales and mystery novels. He was a leading ghost-story writer of the nineteenth century and was central to the development of the genre in the Victorian era. M. R. James described Le Fanu as "absolutely in the first rank as a writer of ghost stories". Contents: Green Tea The Familiar Mr Justice Harbottle Carmilla The Ghost and the Bone-Setter The Fortunes of Sir Robert Ardagh The Drunkard's Dream Strange Event in the Life of Schalken the Painter A Chapter in the History of a Tyrone Family The Haunted Baronet Madam Crowl's Ghost Squire Toby's Will Dickon the Devil The Child That Went with the Fairies The White Cat of Drumgunniol An Account of Some Strange Disturbances in Aungier Street Ghost Stories of Chapelizod Wicked Captain Walshawe, of Wauling Sir Dominick's Bargain Ultor de Lacy The Vision of Tom Chuff Stories of Lough Guir The Evil Guest Laura Silver Bell The Murdered Cousin The Mysterious Lodger An Authentic Narrative of a Haunted House The Dead Sexton A Debt of Honor Haunted Pichon and Sons, of the Croix Rousse The Spirit's Whisper What Was It?
Download or read book 13 Queer Ghost Stories written by Foxglove Lee and published by Rainbow Crush. This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who needs sleep? Not you! You’d rather stay up late reading these spine-tingling ghost stories! In these thirteen tales of the paranormal, queer characters encounter the supernatural… with blood-curdling results! Get ready for a fright with the following stories from Foxglove Lee’s Queer Ghost Stories series: Witch of the Winter Woods, The Future is Deadly, Ghost Gallery, Ghost Radio, The Moths, Underground Spirit, Ghost Phone, Nightmare Heights, Spooky Little Girl Like You, Off With the Fairies, Devil at the Door, Ghost Family Christmas, and Ghosts of the Living. Delve into thirteen supernatural stories by Foxglove Lee… if you dare!
Download or read book The Big Book of Ghost Stories written by Otto Penzler and published by Vintage Crime/Black Lizard. This book was released on 2012-12-04 with total page 850 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over a thousand pages of haunted—and haunting—ghost tales: the most complete collection of uncanny, spooky, creepy tales ever published! Edited and with an introduction by Otto Penzler. Including stories by Joyce Carol Oates, Rudyanrd Kipling, Isaac Asimov, James MacCreigh, and many more! Featuring eerie vintage ghost illustrations. The ghost story is perhaps the oldest of all the supernatural literary genres and has captured the imagination of almost every writer to put pen to the page. Here, Edgar Award-winning editor Otto Penzler has followed his keen sense of the supernatural to collect the most chilling and uncanny tales in the canon. These spectral stories span more than a hundred years, from modern-day horrors by Joyce Carol Oates, Chet Williamson and Andrew Klavan, to pulp yarns from August Derleth, Greye La Spina, and M. L. Humphreys, to the atmospheric Victorian tales of Rudyard Kipling, Edith Wharton, and H. P. Lovecraft, not to mention modern works by the likes of Donald E. Westlake and Isaac Asimov that are already classics. Some of these stories have haunted the canon for a century, while others are making their first ghoulish appearance in book form. Whether you prefer possessive poltergeists, awful apparitions, or friendly phantoms, these stories are guaranteed to thrill you, tingle the spine, or tickle the funny bone, and keep you turning the pages with fearful delight. Including such classics as “The Monkey’s Paw” and “The Open Window” and eerie vintage illustrations, and also featuring haunted mansions, midnight frights, lovers from beyond the grave, rapping, tapping, wailing shades, and ghosts, ghouls, and specters galore! AlsoFeaturing haunted mansions, midnight frights, lovers from beyond the grave, rapping, tapping, wailing shades, and ghosts, ghouls, and specters galore!
Download or read book Great Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe written by Edgar Allan Poe and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2011-02-16 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new selection for the NEA’s Big Read program A compact selection of Poe’s greatest stories and poems, chosen by the National Endowment for the Arts for their Big Read program. This selection of eleven stories and seven poems contains such famously chilling masterpieces of the storyteller’s art as “The Tell-tale Heart,” “The Fall of the House of Usher,” “The Cask of Amontillado,” and “The Pit and the Pendulum,” and such unforgettable poems as “The Raven,” “The Bells,” and “Annabel Lee.” Poe is widely credited with pioneering the detective story, represented here by “The Purloined Letter,” “The Mystery of Marie Roget,” and “The Murders in the Rue Morgue.” Also included is his essay “The Philosophy of Composition,” in which he lays out his theory of how good writers write, describing how he constructed “The Raven” as an example.
