These fantasy short stories are all stand-alone pieces:
The Unclean (3rd Place Winner, 2010 Writers’ Journal Fiction contest)
The God’s Eye (1st Place Winner, 2011 Writers’ Journal Fiction contest)
Rubicon — A Short Story Collection
The Unclean — A Short Story
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Jared always wanted to be noticed. Now a secret summons from the Mage-Lord promises to make all his dreams come true. Finally, his magical talents will be recognized. But he soon realizes all is not as it seems.
This 3,200 word fantasy short story placed third in the Writers’ Journal 2010 Fiction Contest and was published in the July/August issue of the magazine. Includes an excerpt from Jacquelyn Smith’s debut fantasy novel, Soul Seeker.
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The God’s Eye — A Short Story
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Thievery can be profitable work; the higher the risk, the greater the reward. But when a wizard comes looking to hire someone to steal one of the world’s most well-guarded and mysterious relics, even the local outlaws are nervous. Only one woman is willing to take on the task. Raena never could resist a challenge…
This 5,000 word fantasy short story won first place in the 2011 Writers’ Journal Fiction Contest and was published in the July/August issue of the magazine. Includes an excerpt from Jacquelyn Smith’s debut fantasy novel, Soul Seeker.
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Wayward Scribe — A Short Story
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No one ever notices the humble scribe. But when an ancient enemy invades the kingdom, wit and words become more than just tools of survival; they are a catalyst with the power to shape the future.
Download of this 2,700 word fantasy short story of loyalty and betrayal includes an excerpt of Jacquelyn Smith’s debut fantasy novel, Soul Seeker.
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Rubicon — A Short Story Collection
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Decisions can be dangerous. In worlds where mages, assassins, and usurpers run rampant, your next move might be your last.
This fantasy short story collection contains three tales of characters whose fates are forever altered by passing a point of no return: The Unclean (3,200 words), The God’s Eye (5,000 words), and Wayward Scribe (2,700 words). It also includes an excerpt of Jacquelyn Smith’s debut fantasy novel, Soul Seeker.
The Unclean won third place in the 2010 Writers’ Journal Fiction Contest, and The God’s Eye placed first the following year.
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