David Whitehouse

Marie Vareille

Jennie Goutet

Vicki Lesage

Audrey Chapuis

Adria Cimino

Sarah del Rio

Leslie Floyd

Amy Hayes

April Heise

Elle Marie

Cheryl McAlister

Lucia Paul

Didier Quémener

Laura Schalk

Brooke Takhar

édérique Veysset

Lisa Webb

Anna Weeks

April Weeks

A collection of fiction and nonfiction stories about Paris: part travel memoir, part commentary on French culture, part Paris love story#1 Hot New Release in Essays & Travelogues Paris-the most romantic, beautiful and frustrating city in the world! If you've ever traveled to Paris, lived in the City of Light or dreamed of setting foot on its cobblestoned streets, you'll enjoy escaping into this collection of short stories about France's famed capital. From culinary treats (and catastrophes) to swoon-worthy romantic encounters (and heartbreaking mishaps), this anthology takes you on a journey through one of the most famous cities in the world. View this cosmopolitan metropolis through the chic eyes of Parisians, francophiles and travelers who fell in love with the city and haven't quite gotten around to leaving yet... That's Paris: a glimpse into living, loving and surviving in the City of Light. Author proceeds benefit the charity Room to Read, which promotes literacy and gender equality in education. Thanks for supporting the cause! This anthology has it all: travel humor, French culture, Paris love stories, and tidbits on the French lifestyle. If you enjoy travel essays and funny stories that give you a real taste of life in a foreign city, this book is for you! Interview with the EditorsQ: There are a lot of Paris books out there. Why read this anthology in particular? A: The charm of this short story collection is the variety of voices from people who, for the most part, have spent a considerable amount of time in the City of Light. Stephen Clarke, author of best-selling book "A Year in the Merde" sets the tone in the foreword, reminding us there is always more to write about Paris! Q: After Hemingway and the Lost Generation, how does it feel to be a modern-day author writing about Paris? A: Some of the stories in "That's Paris" are set in the same places featured in "A Moveable Feast." Paris hasn't changed much in all of these years! It still inspires us to write. Q: What types of stories will we find in this anthology? A: There are funny essays and Paris love stories. There are Paris food, wine and cheese stories, stories of family and stories of friendship. There are stories set at sidewalk cafés. Those who like travel essays, travel memoirs and Paris fiction would love this book! And for those who like ballet fiction, there is one for you in this anthology too! Q: Author proceeds from the book go to charity? A: Yes, buy "That's Paris" and support the charity Room to Read! We love the idea of supporting reading and gender equality in education. Categories for That's Paris- Travel Essays & Travelogues - Anthologies & Literature Collections - Biographies & Memoirs - Contemporary Short Stories - Humor Essays For readers who like: travel essays, travel memoirs, travel humor, funny essays, French culture, French lifestyle, and Paris love stories.

An Anthology of Life, Love and Sarcasm in the City of Light

That's Paris

Ben Spies

Ken Poyner

Zack Miller

Josh Roseman

Madeline Popelka

Clarissa N G

Lisa Shapter

Joe Christopher

Julie Reeser

The December, 2014 issue edited by Christopher T Garry features 160 pages of never before seen stories from ten new authors, creating narratives that are variously dark, cynical, inspiring, violent and longing. Black Denim Lit is a monthly journal of fiction available on the web and eReaders. “Cataclysm” by Madeline Popelka (The death of a cat brings about the end of the world); “The Things We Hide” by Clarissa N G (Yuen deals with a haunting while mourning); “Return To Waypoint 5” by Josh Roseman (Kage seeks dangerous answers about family and connections at an old space port); “Bit by Bit” by Cheryl McAlister (An unlikely pairing highlights the need for connection); “The Patchwork Girl” by Zack Miller (A post-pandemic world doesn't change needs of a girl missing a family); “Searching” by Lisa Shapter (Three men decide the fate of a lost corpsman); “Establishment” by Ken Poyner (The local watering hole isn't just for the bone and protein crowd); “The Degenerate” by Joe Christopher (A young working man finds an unlikely reason to change direction); “Maybe This’ll Be the One That Finally Gets Me” by Ben Spies (A veteran recounts his experience in the gulf coast disaster); “Gathering Gold” by Julie Reeser (Mae deals with loss of her mother and transition to a new life) This draws from fantasy, crime, science fiction and straight drama for our selections. Such genre variety is brought together under the common thread of rich characterization. In all the stories this month, these are human beings at odds. Whether facing a gun, an alien, the choice to live or to die or the vastness of space, each of these players respond from a very deep place of truth. And regardless of which genre can be applied, the authors have surprises in store.

[December, 2014]

Black Denim Lit #8: Return to Waypoint 5

Katie Pryal

Aimee Horton

You never know how Christmas will turn out! Festive and fun, or dreary and dull? While the holidays are magical for some, they are somber for others. "Christmas, Actually" is a holiday collection that runs the gamut of seasonal emotions: humor, hope, joy, confusion, excitement. Curl up next to the fire, and laugh, cry and dream along with the characters in this collection of holiday tales. Christmas past, Christmas present, and Christmas future... All play a part in "Christmas, Actually." A Christmas collection full of Christmas humor, Christmas spirit, and even a little Christmas romance If you're looking for a great read this holiday season, don't miss "Christmas, Actually"! The six stories in this holiday collection take you on an adventure full of Christmas cheer. And it makes the perfect Christmas gift! Interview with the Editors Q: There are a lot of Christmas stories out there. Why read this collection in particular? A: The answer is in the question! This book is a Christmas collection, with no two stories about the holiday season alike. You'll find Christmas humor and Christmas romance. Christmas spirit and Christmas cheer. Noticing a theme? One thing's for sure, it's a must-have this Christmas season! Q: What types of stories will we find in this Christmas collection? A: The stories are grouped into Christmas past, Christmas present, and Christmas future. Spanning a variety of genres (humor, memoir, fiction, dystopia), you're sure to find something you like! Q: Can you share a little bit about each contributor to this anthology? A: Of course! Aimee Horton ("Survival of the Christmas Spirit") is the author of the Survival Series, a collection of humorous novels about Dottie Harris, a mother of two energetic kids who loves her gin. Katie Rose Guest Pryal ("Nice Wheels") is the author of "Entanglement" and its novella prequel "Love and Entropy." She is a lawyer, freelance journalist and author. Cheryl McAlister ("Noelle") has been published in several anthologies, including "That's Paris: An Anthology of Life, Love and Sarcasm in the City of Light," also published by Velvet Morning Press. She loves travel and escaping to France whenever she can. Didier Quemener ("Chris Aftermaths") is a chef, foodie, father and writer. He lives in Paris where he eats fresh bread every day, rain or shine. Laura Schalk ("Joyful Noise") writes in stolen moments throughout the year and has also been published in "That's Paris: An Anthology of Life, Love and Sarcasm in the City of Light." Vicki Lesage ("All I Want For Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth") is the author of the Paris Confessions series, a collection of humorous memoirs where she recounts the ups and downs of her life in the City of Light. Q: What's the key to a great Christmas story? A: The key to a great Christmas story is the same as the key to any great story-make the reader feel something. Whether it's the joy of the season or the strong emotions that come out this time of year, a Christmas story needs to draw the reader in and make them feel like it's Christmastime, no matter where they are or what time of year it is when they're reading it. Categories for Christmas, Actually Short Story Collection Holiday Fiction Christmas Collection Christmas Fiction Christmas Travel Christmas Romance Collections Christmas Gifts Family Christmas Christmas Humor Christmas Love Stories Christmas Novella "For readers looking for books on: the holiday season, Christmas travel, Christmas romance collections, family Christmas, Christmas humor, Christmas love stories, Christmas collections, Christmas novellas, Christmas women's fiction.""

A Holiday Collection

Christmas, Actually

Cheryl McAlister

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