Fishing for Compliments : A Romantic Comedy short-story

by Shan R.K

Lyle Adam can never catch a break. For years, all he wanted was a simpleton Meet a woman he could tolerate for longer than thirty minutes, have a couple of kids, and maybe, just maybe open a seafood restaurant. But apart from the restaurant, at forty, he still can’t seem to catch himself a wife.

Charlie Horton has one goal—to get a job. After three years in a way overpriced University abroad, she is one step from losing her apartment. Strapped for cash, she takes a part-time job at a seafood restaurant owned by her brother’s best friend.

A garanteed Happily Ever After. This story is for your early morning coffee.

45 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 31, 2025

About the author

Shan R.K is an internationally acclaimed author, known for her captivating works including Capo Dei Capi, Union of Death, and Beauty's Breath. With a passion for storytelling that started at the young age of nine, Shan has published over 20 books spanning across 8 different genres. From webnovels to dreame, Shan is a versatile writer whose works have captivated audiences worldwide.

At 26, Shan made her debut with the novel House of Legions, which marked the beginning of her journey as a published author. With each book she writes, Shan strives to take her readers on a journey of discovery, exploring new worlds and characters that are as diverse as they are intriguing.

When not writing, Shan leads a quiet life with her family, who she describes as 'not so fury.' Her ultimate goal is to become a best-selling author across all genres, and she continues to work tirelessly to achieve this.