A variety of brief and not so short tales are presented in this anthology, with themes that include why me, fools rush in, trash day, loneliness, poverty, out of the ashes, stitches, meringue, and pumpkins. "The Todd Lambert Special" pays homage to the author's Alvin's Farm series; "He's Among Angels" explores the memory of a beloved sibling. "Pork Fried Rice and Recessed Lights" was inspired by NaNoWriMo and kitchen renovations, while "Various Little Birds" recalls Britain and embroidery. From flash fiction and poetry to novelettes, motifs are explored via humor and tenderness, with plenty of love added for good measure. A California native, I lived in Britain for eleven years, moving back to The Golden State in the spring of 2007. I'm leaving these stories for my grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. In the meantime, please enjoy the tall tales. And thank you for reading an independent author

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