Possibilities: Ten short stories complete the cycle

by Jeff Layton

"Possibilities is a collection of stories and musings by Jeff Layton. It has themes of life, death, and the afterlife. The characters have lucid dreams and subconscious experiences that transform their lives and open their minds to new possibilities. Join a hiker who finds a magical place in a forest, a dreamer who discovers his destiny, or a couple that reunites after reincarnating. Meditate with trees and learn about the effects of climate change and the importance of water and nature preservation. The musings are short, thought-provoking ideas that are introductions to the stories. They cover topics such as finding yourself, the universe, art, and many more. Get a copy of this book to enjoy an enlightening work of art."

"Possibilities is an eye-opening anthology that will take you on journeys through space and time and let you experience many people's lives. It also raises awareness about environmental protection and will help readers contemplate the meaning of life and why we exist. Jeff Layton gives philosophical discussions about life, nature, religion, and our subconscious thoughts. He seamlessly fuses these discussions into the stories and puts the reader in the main character's shoes. He makes you wonder how you might react if you were a painter who just had a telepathic conversation with his new friends and a shaman or a man who has in-depth discussions with his dog. The stories are unique and have a smooth, rhythmic flow. Each one has a different cast and plotline. I loved reading this book and enjoyed learning about these existential topics."

Kindle Edition

Published November 6, 2023

About the author

I have done and experienced lots of things in my life. To stay relevant to writing, after I completed my six-year commitment in the military. I went to college on the GI bill. I started out in liberal arts with a focus on becoming a writer. I really enjoyed my English and literature classes. I changed course after about a year realizing I might want to earn a living financially with my degree. I focused on horticulture my second interest and finished with a degree in Landscape Horticulture.
As years went on, I would enroll in community college and audit creative writing classes. I enjoyed this. In doing so I also fell in love with visual arts—painting and went on to have ten professional one-man shows in art galleries, and gain recognition in that endeavor.
My activities of interest: Hiked most of the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada, raced my bicycle across the United States, fell in love with windsurfing, and opened a shop—from there living fives years in Maui, Hawaii where I taught windsurfing, and then go on to Kiteboarding. I am a fly fisherman and open a shop. I have created many videos of my fishing endeavors in the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia…and it goes on.
I have had some spiritual experiences along the way. Some garnered through near-death in big surf, car accident, and spiritual journey deep into British Columbia where I have gone through some smokehouse sessions and a journey to the light experience that I still reflect upon today. So, I have returned to writing and will paint with words through metaphors my experiences, and thoughts of existence.