Encounters is an anthology of eight short stories. Each individual story has been previously published on Amazon. They are collected here for the first time.
Offerings
Retired, and recently widowed, FBI agent Tommy McCain moves to a small town in Louisiana in search of a missing friend. What he finds is a community of characters who are sometimes quirky and sometimes sinister. Every small town has its secrets, but this town harbors a much darker secret that confounds Tommy and might have already consumed his friend.
Vampires: A PSA
Hollywood and the media portray vampires as sexy and misunderstood. Our ancestors knew them for what they really are, brutal predators with not an ounce of humanity. What would the world be like today if vampires were reborn into it now? Vampires: A PSA is a 1,000 word short story. It is perfect for a coffee break read.
A Night Under the Stars
A nameless drifter on an unknown quest. A brutal murder stalking his prey. When they clash one night the question becomes, who is the real killer?
Monsters
A sequel to A Night Under the Stars. Our drifter finds himself witnessing a brutal crime in a small Texas town. When a vicious biker gang, a nameless thing and a man with no compunctions clash who is the real monster?
Carrier
When the zombie invasion finally came Tim was caught unprepared. Bitten and left for dead he refuses to give in to defeat. Despite all odds he recovers from the disease that is ravaging the world. But what does a man alone, even a man apparently immune, do with a second chance at life in a post-apocalyptic world?
Hunting Trip
A man and his dog plan a hunting trip to what they think is a deserted island. What they find is a nightmare that could be hunting them.
Last One Leaves the Light Out
After years of searching the heavens an alien signal reaches Earth. But even if mankind can reach its source what mysteries lay in wait?
Storm Over San Juan
When I enlisted into the Rough Riders I never expected to die at San Juan Hill. I definitely never expected to be resurrected by a Hoodoo priest to fight an ancient evil storm goddess bent on destroying America. But here I am. Dead. But still fighting the good fight. Battling witches, storms, explosions and ancient gods. It’s a good thing I have a foul mouth and a sarcastic attitude to see me through. Hang on to your hat it's gonna be a wild ride.
Featuring eight gorgeous color pictures and an interactive table of contents Encounters ranges from dark fantasy to science fiction. Inside this book you will find resurrected soldiers, ancient gods, brutal killers and alien worlds.
Offerings
Retired, and recently widowed, FBI agent Tommy McCain moves to a small town in Louisiana in search of a missing friend. What he finds is a community of characters who are sometimes quirky and sometimes sinister. Every small town has its secrets, but this town harbors a much darker secret that confounds Tommy and might have already consumed his friend.
Vampires: A PSA
Hollywood and the media portray vampires as sexy and misunderstood. Our ancestors knew them for what they really are, brutal predators with not an ounce of humanity. What would the world be like today if vampires were reborn into it now? Vampires: A PSA is a 1,000 word short story. It is perfect for a coffee break read.
A Night Under the Stars
A nameless drifter on an unknown quest. A brutal murder stalking his prey. When they clash one night the question becomes, who is the real killer?
Monsters
A sequel to A Night Under the Stars. Our drifter finds himself witnessing a brutal crime in a small Texas town. When a vicious biker gang, a nameless thing and a man with no compunctions clash who is the real monster?
Carrier
When the zombie invasion finally came Tim was caught unprepared. Bitten and left for dead he refuses to give in to defeat. Despite all odds he recovers from the disease that is ravaging the world. But what does a man alone, even a man apparently immune, do with a second chance at life in a post-apocalyptic world?
Hunting Trip
A man and his dog plan a hunting trip to what they think is a deserted island. What they find is a nightmare that could be hunting them.
Last One Leaves the Light Out
After years of searching the heavens an alien signal reaches Earth. But even if mankind can reach its source what mysteries lay in wait?
Storm Over San Juan
When I enlisted into the Rough Riders I never expected to die at San Juan Hill. I definitely never expected to be resurrected by a Hoodoo priest to fight an ancient evil storm goddess bent on destroying America. But here I am. Dead. But still fighting the good fight. Battling witches, storms, explosions and ancient gods. It’s a good thing I have a foul mouth and a sarcastic attitude to see me through. Hang on to your hat it's gonna be a wild ride.
Featuring eight gorgeous color pictures and an interactive table of contents Encounters ranges from dark fantasy to science fiction. Inside this book you will find resurrected soldiers, ancient gods, brutal killers and alien worlds.
When I enlisted into the Rough Riders I never expected to die at San Juan Hill. I definitely never expected to be resurrected by a Hoodoo priest to fight an ancient evil storm goddess bent on destroying America. But here I am. Dead. But still fighting the good fight. Battling witches, storms, explosions and ancient gods. Its a good thing I have a foul mouth and a sarcastic attitude to see me through. Hang on to your hat it's gonna be a wild ride.
This 4,000 word short story was written in response to J.A. Konrath's 8 hour book challenge. |
A man and his dog plan a hunting trip to what they think is a deserted island. What they find is a nightmare that could be hunting them. Hunting Trip is a 1,400 word short story that can be read on your coffee break.
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When the zombie invasion finally came Tim was caught unprepared. Bitten and left for dead he refuses to give in to defeat. Despite all odds he recovers from the disease that is ravaging the world. But what does a man alone, even a man apparently immune, do with a second chance at life in a post apocalyptic world?
Carrier is a 13,000 word novella detailing one mans struggle to survive alone in a post apocalyptic world. |
What people are saying.
About Offerings
Fresh and creative. Felkel, brings the nuance of small town Louisiana, to a compelling story.
Offerings by Stewart Felkel is an interesting story with suspense, humor, Louisiana character, and a surprise ending. I highly recommend reading it!
This was a great story and I gave it four stars and not five because I didn't want it to end. Kept you wanting to read more and never knowing who or what is going to happen next. Hoping for a next book now.
Great, unusual plot with very believable characters. Not your average mystery story. Has an ending I didn't see coming. I hope this author writes more- it's bound to be as enjoyable as Offerings was.
This story had a nice plot and pace. It vaguely reminded me of Neil Gaiman's style in the ties with the supernatural and I was happy with the turns. I look forward to reading something in the future from this writer.
I'm not usually a mystery kind of guy, but this short tale has just enough of the supernatural and the country fried absurd to keep me interested. The a author manages to guide you through the story at a quack pace then throws you a few curve-balls at the last second.
About Vampires: A PSA
It's nice to read a good old fashioned vamp story where the vampires themselves are not participating in some loved up relationship with teenagers, or in some grief stricken state as they drain blood to survive. Here the vampires are thankfully and thoroughly, well and truly evil.
This is a good original story as a group of them impose themselves on the modern age, their survival is frighteningly easy as they conquer, use and abuse the world around them....Good stuff.
About The Hunting Trip
This story sucked me in right away! I don't remember there being one slow or boring part. I have already recommended it to my story :)
About Storm Over San Juan
This was an excellent short story. I'm really disappointed that it had to end. Please Mr. Felkel, continue with this story ,either as a series, or a book! I'm looking forward to more from this fine author.
Fresh and creative. Felkel, brings the nuance of small town Louisiana, to a compelling story.
Offerings by Stewart Felkel is an interesting story with suspense, humor, Louisiana character, and a surprise ending. I highly recommend reading it!
This was a great story and I gave it four stars and not five because I didn't want it to end. Kept you wanting to read more and never knowing who or what is going to happen next. Hoping for a next book now.
Great, unusual plot with very believable characters. Not your average mystery story. Has an ending I didn't see coming. I hope this author writes more- it's bound to be as enjoyable as Offerings was.
This story had a nice plot and pace. It vaguely reminded me of Neil Gaiman's style in the ties with the supernatural and I was happy with the turns. I look forward to reading something in the future from this writer.
I'm not usually a mystery kind of guy, but this short tale has just enough of the supernatural and the country fried absurd to keep me interested. The a author manages to guide you through the story at a quack pace then throws you a few curve-balls at the last second.
About Vampires: A PSA
It's nice to read a good old fashioned vamp story where the vampires themselves are not participating in some loved up relationship with teenagers, or in some grief stricken state as they drain blood to survive. Here the vampires are thankfully and thoroughly, well and truly evil.
This is a good original story as a group of them impose themselves on the modern age, their survival is frighteningly easy as they conquer, use and abuse the world around them....Good stuff.
About The Hunting Trip
This story sucked me in right away! I don't remember there being one slow or boring part. I have already recommended it to my story :)
About Storm Over San Juan
This was an excellent short story. I'm really disappointed that it had to end. Please Mr. Felkel, continue with this story ,either as a series, or a book! I'm looking forward to more from this fine author.