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Quantum Wanderlust
What if you had all the time in the world?
Thirteen authors answer that question with short stories about time travel. Go back in time to right a wrong, forward to see the future. No jump is too large, no method unfeasible, no lesson beyond learning.
• Visit the past to learn a family secret.
• See the formation of a future dictatorship.
• Assume responsibility for weaving the fabric of time.
• Travel back in time to WWII.
• Use a family heirloom to solve problems.
• Wear an inheritance to visit ancestors.
• Leave a dystopian future for the hope of something better.
• Make history come true in an unexpected way.
• Fight evil fairies to protect a chosen angel.
• Live with the childhood memory of visitors until the day they arrive.
• Seek medical help for a memory issue and get way more than bargained for.
• Discover that with great power comes great responsibility.
• Uncover the secrets of a pharaoh’s tomb and curse.
Do the characters observe or interact? Is the outcome better or worse than the original timeline? Read these stories to learn how far they go, how they get there, and what happens when they return.
The scope is virtually limitless, definitely timeless.
Thirteen authors answer that question with short stories about time travel. Go back in time to right a wrong, forward to see the future. No jump is too large, no method unfeasible, no lesson beyond learning.
• Visit the past to learn a family secret.
• See the formation of a future dictatorship.
• Assume responsibility for weaving the fabric of time.
• Travel back in time to WWII.
• Use a family heirloom to solve problems.
• Wear an inheritance to visit ancestors.
• Leave a dystopian future for the hope of something better.
• Make history come true in an unexpected way.
• Fight evil fairies to protect a chosen angel.
• Live with the childhood memory of visitors until the day they arrive.
• Seek medical help for a memory issue and get way more than bargained for.
• Discover that with great power comes great responsibility.
• Uncover the secrets of a pharaoh’s tomb and curse.
Do the characters observe or interact? Is the outcome better or worse than the original timeline? Read these stories to learn how far they go, how they get there, and what happens when they return.
The scope is virtually limitless, definitely timeless.
238 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 16, 2017
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About the author
Staci Troilo
35 books163 followersI grew up knowing family is paramount. I was blessed to spend time with extended family daily, not just on holidays or weekends. Because of those close-knit familial bonds, every day was full of love and laughter, food and fun.
Life took me away from that extended family for twenty years before I finally made it back. And while I'd done my best to keep the traditions alive across the miles, I realize there truly is no place like home.
Through my fiction, I share those traditions and the importance of relationships with you. Mystery or suspense, romance or mainstream, sci-fi or thriller—in my stories, family (however you define it) is paramount.
To learn more about me, visit me at http://stacitroilo.com or connect with me on social media.
Life took me away from that extended family for twenty years before I finally made it back. And while I'd done my best to keep the traditions alive across the miles, I realize there truly is no place like home.
Through my fiction, I share those traditions and the importance of relationships with you. Mystery or suspense, romance or mainstream, sci-fi or thriller—in my stories, family (however you define it) is paramount.
To learn more about me, visit me at http://stacitroilo.com or connect with me on social media.
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June 13, 2022
I love time travel and all the ways it can manipulate reality. This book of thirteen time-travel short stories by thirteen authors offers a wide variety of twists on the topic. The genres vary from fantasy to horror to romance. Some stories are spooky; some are sinister, and others are wonderfully poignant.
The Butterfly effect enters into a number of stories but not all of them. Time travel is used to recover lost memories, and to deal with overpopulation in a dystopian future. It plays out in connecting families, getting revenge, and preventing tragedies.
I appreciated the variety of stories, and as with most anthologies, I enjoyed some more than others. There’s plenty of high-quality writing in here with compelling characters and satisfying conclusions. This is an excellent way to explore new authors, and after each story, there’s a short biography of the author with links to their other books and social media.
One thing was clear from reading this collection: Avoid traveling through time, because more often than not, something is going to go terribly wrong. Recommended to readers who enjoy short stories and speculative fiction, and who adore time travel twists.
The Butterfly effect enters into a number of stories but not all of them. Time travel is used to recover lost memories, and to deal with overpopulation in a dystopian future. It plays out in connecting families, getting revenge, and preventing tragedies.
I appreciated the variety of stories, and as with most anthologies, I enjoyed some more than others. There’s plenty of high-quality writing in here with compelling characters and satisfying conclusions. This is an excellent way to explore new authors, and after each story, there’s a short biography of the author with links to their other books and social media.
One thing was clear from reading this collection: Avoid traveling through time, because more often than not, something is going to go terribly wrong. Recommended to readers who enjoy short stories and speculative fiction, and who adore time travel twists.
September 28, 2017
***** Some Excellent Writing!
Having just read the following story, "Hat Trick" by P. C. Zick, I had to write a review! And if the rest of the stories are this good, QUANTUM WANDERLUST will fast become a favorite of mine.
What significance does photographs and family heirlooms hold for us? In P. C. Zick’s delightful time travel short story, apparently, a lot. Starting with the main character, Stella, innocently putting on her grandmother’s old hat, she is instantly transported back to 1929 Chicago, just before the stock market crash. No longer a modern woman, Stella is now a salesgirl for the famous Marshall’s Field and Co. department store.
In this “new/old” world, she discovers how class distinctions abound, the true story of her grandmother’s secret wedding picture, certain dark forces are at work against her, and the handsome stranger who suddenly appears, is far more important than Stella and her parents had ever known. Using magical powers she never realized she possessed, Stella then goes back and forth in time, as Ms. Zick expertly dovetails the two time periods. I couldn’t wait to see how it would all end. An excellent read!
Having just read the following story, "Hat Trick" by P. C. Zick, I had to write a review! And if the rest of the stories are this good, QUANTUM WANDERLUST will fast become a favorite of mine.
What significance does photographs and family heirlooms hold for us? In P. C. Zick’s delightful time travel short story, apparently, a lot. Starting with the main character, Stella, innocently putting on her grandmother’s old hat, she is instantly transported back to 1929 Chicago, just before the stock market crash. No longer a modern woman, Stella is now a salesgirl for the famous Marshall’s Field and Co. department store.
In this “new/old” world, she discovers how class distinctions abound, the true story of her grandmother’s secret wedding picture, certain dark forces are at work against her, and the handsome stranger who suddenly appears, is far more important than Stella and her parents had ever known. Using magical powers she never realized she possessed, Stella then goes back and forth in time, as Ms. Zick expertly dovetails the two time periods. I couldn’t wait to see how it would all end. An excellent read!
September 29, 2017
This is a really good collection of unusual stories. As is typical for these sorts of anthologies, I enjoyed some stories more than others. There were none I strongly disliked though, and I found them all to be well-written and interesting stories - even those that weren't quite my cup of tea, so to speak.
August 31, 2023
Entertaining time travel listening 🎶🔰
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Thirteen will written short time travel stories by thirteen different authors. Each story is different with interesting well developed characters lots of action and misdirection leading to each conclusion. I would highly recommend this novel and authors to readers of time travel novels 👍🔰. 2023 👒😀☺🏡
This is a free novella on Amazon. Oh how much I love 💘 those free books 📚!
Thirteen will written short time travel stories by thirteen different authors. Each story is different with interesting well developed characters lots of action and misdirection leading to each conclusion. I would highly recommend this novel and authors to readers of time travel novels 👍🔰. 2023 👒😀☺🏡
November 8, 2021
I was excited to see several of my favorite authors in this collection of time travel short stories. They didn’t disappoint, and I loved how each of them came up with a different idea to explore within the subject. What I like about anthologies is I’m introduced to writers that are new to me. “Quantum Wanderlust” offered some new authors I would enjoy reading again! This is a fun read that takes us to places beyond our daily lives.
October 20, 2021
Wanderlust Satisfied!
I love time travel, so I was delighted to find this anthology! The stories didn't disappoint, and there was so much variety too. I definitely had fun from cover to cover. Photographic Memory stood out to me, and the way Vicious Circle made me feel queasy in the gut left quite an impression. Congratulations to Staci and everyone, I highly recommend this!
I love time travel, so I was delighted to find this anthology! The stories didn't disappoint, and there was so much variety too. I definitely had fun from cover to cover. Photographic Memory stood out to me, and the way Vicious Circle made me feel queasy in the gut left quite an impression. Congratulations to Staci and everyone, I highly recommend this!
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January 10, 2021
This book had been sitting in my crowded Kindle for some time. A few days ago, I decided to read it and I’m glad I did. Besides discovering writers I’ve never met before, I realized why I love anthologies. The mixture of writing styles and plots, along with the brevity of the stories, provides a comparison that allows me to see the craft of writing, and for that matter, the authors themselves. This collection of stories is 5-star noteworthy. I liked how Joan Hall brought me into an F-18 Hornet, and how Staci Troilo stunned me with her ending. But I also liked how each author introduced time travel, sometimes unforgettably. Maybe all isn’t what it seems to be!
March 11, 2018
I love genre anthologies, especially when they are by a bunch of talented authors like you will find in this book. But the thing is with book compilations, you won't always love every single story in the group. You know what, that's okay. This book gave me everything I was looking for.
Quantum Wanderlust is a FREE book that gave me the opportunity to meet a few authors I didn't know and enjoy their writing. What more could you ask for?
Today, I'm going to concentrate on some of the authors I didn't know to give you a taste of what you will find in this collection.
The first short story in the collection is called, "Family Tree," by Mae Clair. This was my first introduction to her writing. I loved the pacing of the story and never knew what was going to happen next - and I couldn't guess! If you love time travel and fantasy, this story will deliver.
Another story I enjoyed was called, "Fabric of Time," by Michele Jones. Once again, this had a time travel/fantasy edge to it with an ending I never saw coming. Great plot and intrigue.
The story titled, "To getting What We Deserve," by Teri Polen blew me away! I loved the creativity of this story. This one put me right into the thick of things. Let's just say that the karmic ending was spectacular!
There are plenty more stories in this collection to read and enjoy - thirteen of them to be exact. Personally, I was thrilled to have the chance to sample some new author's writing. I didn't connect with all of the stories but like I said, this is a satisfactory compilation which gave me a quite a few hours of reading pleasure. Grab the book and see for yourself! <3
MY RATING:
Character Believability: 5
Flow and Pace: 4
Reader Engagement: 5
Reader Enrichment: 5
Reader Enjoyment: 4
Overall Rate: 4 out of 5 Stars
Quantum Wanderlust is a FREE book that gave me the opportunity to meet a few authors I didn't know and enjoy their writing. What more could you ask for?
Today, I'm going to concentrate on some of the authors I didn't know to give you a taste of what you will find in this collection.
The first short story in the collection is called, "Family Tree," by Mae Clair. This was my first introduction to her writing. I loved the pacing of the story and never knew what was going to happen next - and I couldn't guess! If you love time travel and fantasy, this story will deliver.
Another story I enjoyed was called, "Fabric of Time," by Michele Jones. Once again, this had a time travel/fantasy edge to it with an ending I never saw coming. Great plot and intrigue.
The story titled, "To getting What We Deserve," by Teri Polen blew me away! I loved the creativity of this story. This one put me right into the thick of things. Let's just say that the karmic ending was spectacular!
There are plenty more stories in this collection to read and enjoy - thirteen of them to be exact. Personally, I was thrilled to have the chance to sample some new author's writing. I didn't connect with all of the stories but like I said, this is a satisfactory compilation which gave me a quite a few hours of reading pleasure. Grab the book and see for yourself! <3
MY RATING:
Character Believability: 5
Flow and Pace: 4
Reader Engagement: 5
Reader Enrichment: 5
Reader Enjoyment: 4
Overall Rate: 4 out of 5 Stars
December 7, 2017
How long have authors been writing about time travel? I have no idea, but is it more popular than ever? I certainly enjoy reading and writing about the fourth dimension. Perhaps in this new century it is a more realstic possibility than space travel; let's face it, we were all supposed to be living on the moon by now. In this collection are very varied stories proving that time travel has many different concepts. I especially liked the stories with human beings acting as typical humans do, creating and facing moral dilemmas.
June 20, 2019
Fascinating tales of time travel that will keep you holding on tight. There were some I liked more than others but all were enjoyable. I was especially entertained by Family Tree by Mae Clair, The Backpack by E. J. Lane and Hat Trick by P.C. Zick.
These are thirteen stories that will keep you engaged. There is something for everyone in this anthology. I highly recommend you pick up your copy today!
This compilation will transport you to another time and place. Whether it is magical or transcendental you must decide. Relax and enjoy the ride.
These are thirteen stories that will keep you engaged. There is something for everyone in this anthology. I highly recommend you pick up your copy today!
This compilation will transport you to another time and place. Whether it is magical or transcendental you must decide. Relax and enjoy the ride.
March 24, 2018
Fun collection. It was interesting to see what so many different authors did with the time-travel theme. A great mix of interpretations. My favorite was To Getting What We Deserve—a remarkable short story. Fans of time-travel tales will enjoy this but I’d recommend this anthology to anyone wanting a sampling of good writing from a variety of authors. Well worth a read.
April 28, 2019
Interesting, bite sized, and entertaining.
All the tales are good, but there are a few gems in this collection that could be developed into full scale novels.
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All the tales are good, but there are a few gems in this collection that could be developed into full scale novels.
See my review also at:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B...
December 15, 2023
Readers will be intrigued by the fascinating time travel stories in this collection.
All of the stories were enjoyable, however some stood out more than others.
"To Getting What We Deserve" by Teri Polen, "Family Tree" by Mae Clair, "The Backpack" by E. J. Lane, "Vicious Circle" by Staci Troilo, "Erased" by Harmony Kent, and "Hat Trick" by P.C. Zick are among the highlights.
This collection has thirteen interesting stories, so there is something for everyone.
Whether through magical or transcendental excursions, readers are invited to pick up their copy and be taken to other eras and locales.
Enjoy the journey via these interesting stories while you unwind and recline.
All of the stories were enjoyable, however some stood out more than others.
"To Getting What We Deserve" by Teri Polen, "Family Tree" by Mae Clair, "The Backpack" by E. J. Lane, "Vicious Circle" by Staci Troilo, "Erased" by Harmony Kent, and "Hat Trick" by P.C. Zick are among the highlights.
This collection has thirteen interesting stories, so there is something for everyone.
Whether through magical or transcendental excursions, readers are invited to pick up their copy and be taken to other eras and locales.
Enjoy the journey via these interesting stories while you unwind and recline.
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