Torched

by Eden Royce (Editor), Brandon Ketchum (Contributor), Dan Weatherer

Anthology of fire oriented short stories from 18 different authors.

Have you seen what burns?
Our relationship with fire is an intimate one. From the intrigue of the warmth to the draw of the light, it spans history-yet who tamed the beast was never recorded. From the Norse funeral to the Pagan celebrations, fire has burned its way through our lives, a passing mark on some, an indelible scar on others. Within this tome lie 18 authors from across the globe, each with their own burning tale to tell...
...Doubt thou the stars are fire?

289 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2014

About the author

Eden Royce is a writer from Charleston, South Carolina now living in Southeast England. She’s a Shirley Jackson Award winner and a Bram Stoker Award finalist for her adult fiction, which has appeared in a variety of print and online publications.

Her books for young readers have received Walter Dean Myers Award Honors, and been recognized as a Bram Stoker Award winner, an Andre Norton Nebula Award Finalist, an Ignyte Award winner, and a Mythopoeic Fantasy Award winner for outstanding children’s literature.

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Reviews

[Alexis Allinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

When reviewing a book comprised of short stories by several different authors it is difficult to really give it an accurate rating. Each author brings their own style or writing and thoughts to a story. Much like fan fiction it can be a love/hate relationship.

With this book the common theme was surrounding the element of FIRE. Each story had this one common base. The stories ranged from drama to sci-fi and mixed it up between real life and something worthy of nightmares.

When looking for a quick read to get you into a mood this book has it all.

[Ojan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very difficult to write a fair review of a multi-author anthology, but I have done my best to rate it well. Some of the stories I loved, some I liked and a couple I could have done without. Overall, an enjoyable read.