Books and Stories by Voinks the author
Apologies to anyone waiting for the usual short story yesterday. An eye problem meant I couldn't see properly to post. The story was from a Late arrival prompt which wasn't flowing so I completely revised it, and this was the result. Hope you enjoy it. ‘You’re ten minutes late,’ my boss said as I walked …
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I’m delighted to announce that my first book ‘CHANGES’ is on Amazon count-down from this TUESDAY 29th AUGUST until Saturday 2nd September. What this means is the price will drop drastically on the first day, gradually increasing over the period until it reverts to full price when the countdown ends. In other words, if you …
I've always loved the sea, and this original piece of artwork matched the story perfectly. The storm appeared from nowhere. One minute the elite of society were partying under the stars on the millionaire’s yacht, the next they were diving below deck for shelter from the raging torrents. Designer gowns worth a fortune were ruined …
I was reminded of this great record from the 70s recently, which was the inspiration for today's short story. I had finally fled from an abusive relationship, and against my better judgement allowed some friends to drag me off to a New Year’s Eve party at a hotel. My self-confidence was at rock bottom and …
I love writing challenges and this was a fun one for my 5 Random words series. The words I was given to incorporate into a story were; Supernatural, Crime, Tulips, Mary Poppins and Jelly babies. It was finally Spring and the daffodils and tulips were raising their smiling faces to the heart-warming sun. After all the …
This is a story I wrote for a competition. When I was writing it I didn’t expect it to take this direction, but then the characters probably didn’t either. What was that? Probably nothing, just me feeling spooked at being alone in the house. I was used to the bright lights of London, noise and …
I enjoy entering short story competitions and this was one selected for publication by an online magazine recently. ‘Excuse me, please, Madam. I look to find Road. You know where is please?’ ‘Let me see dear. Oh yes, I should do. I’ve lived there for nearly fifty years. Was there anyone in particular you …
