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Anthology August Sale!
And You anthologies are on sale for $0.99 USD through the end of August! Grab them while you can! Visit the shop to purchase!
Coffee is our love language.
Through the rituals of brewing, sipping, and sharing, the characters that appear in the twelve short stories included in The Perfect Blend discover more than just comfort in coffee—they find vulnerability, hope, belonging, and love in its many forms.
Featured stories and authors include:
“Best Seat in the House” by Amanda Yanul
“Brewing Affection” by Katelynn Dilday
“Scents of Reminiscence” by Stacy Shaffer
“Wax & Wane Bakery” by Stephanie Evans
“Pay It Forward” by J.L. Franklin
“Perfect” by Jenn Johnson-Hamer
“Chasing Fate” by Erin Bastow
“Love at First Latte” by M. C. Ryder
“Chock-Full of Love” by Madison Park
“Just a Dash of Coffee” by Olga Serafini
“The Not-So-Soft Ritual of Cocoa” by Mykala Patel
“The Many Blessings of Hestia Caffina” by Elizabeth Baizel
This anthology was created in collaboration with Coffee Inclusive, a coffee shop and bakery located in Pittston, Pennsylvania, where inclusion, opportunity, and community come together. Each purchase benefits their programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Edited by Courtney Umphress
Escape into the dark, mysterious world of gothic literature, where nothing is as it seems.
The unnerving short stories in this gothic anthology keep true intentions hidden and reality in check behind the seemingly normal perspective of the narrator. The characters take the reader to haunted seaside manors, mysterious towns, and grand homes shrouded in secrets as they explore the deceitful nature of the mind and how their pasts affect their futures.
Featured stories and authors include:
"Of Sound Mind" by Caroline Baccene
"Sleep Sound and Wake Nane" by Rosie Beech
"The Owl and the Shrew" by Sarah Bjork
"Wretched Children" by L.M. Copeland
"Ultraviolet Night" by Jesse Ramon Ferreras
"The Widow of Winthrop House" by Sarah Kennedy Keys
"Duskwood Hollow" by Cora Laine
"The Woman in the Window" by Edmund McKenzie
"A Killer Dream" by yesenia monique
"Everyone's Polite, But No One is Nice" by Derek Moreland
"Manor of Memories" by Elizabeth Faye Moxen
"Marin" by Katherine Rea
"The Lady of the House" by Constance Renfrow
"The Hollowing" by Grace Silva-Ortiz
"The Birthday Party" by Elizabeth Torres
"Remember Us" by Meranda Tuttle
"The Stroke of a Pen" by Roxanne Werner
Though these stories span genres, including thriller, horror, and fantasy—both historical and contemporary—they all ask the same question: Must you confront the horrors lurking in the shadows, or have they been a part of you all along?
Edited by Nicole Frail
Dive into summer with Just One . . . A Summer Romance Anthology
In this short story collection, characters are denied the comfort of hiding the secrets or emotions they hold close when they are forced together in varied circumstances. Whether they involve the sharing of a bed or a car, or a tent on the trip of a lifetime, or something much smaller but necessary, these twelve stories are alive with tension as they highlight the challenge that is forced proximity.
This collection includes:
“Power of the Pen” by Amy Hepp
“Unexpected Destinations” by Cora Laine*
“A Summer Tradition” by Jessica Daniliuk
“Vintage Love” by Caz Luan
“Millennial Magic” by Mitchell S. Elrick
“Sent by Aphrodite” by Rowen Burrows
“When Lightning Strikes” by Melissa Cate
“Chapped Lips” by Katherine Rea
“Starting Again Under the Summer Sun” by Elizabeth Baizel
“The Turn at Crooked Creek” by Dan Houston
“When You Know, You Know” by Caroline Baccene
“Do the Stars Exist?” by Desi Stowe
No matter where these characters find themselves, or what they have on hand, they must navigate more than just these shared spaces, including their feelings for each other, exposed secrets, inner struggles, and the decision of how to—and if they even should—carry their newfound romances beyond summer vacation.
A heartwarming young adult anthology that celebrates the magic, messiness, and true meaning of the holiday season.
In these ten standalone stories, teens navigate grief, love, friendship, and the surprises that come wrapped in unexpected packages. From a holiday heist to a magical keychain, a storm-delayed reunion to a secret society, each story explores how giving—and receiving—can open hearts and heal old wounds.
Featured stories include:
“Gift of Christmas Present” by Katie Fitzgerald
“Mad-Dashing Through the Snow” by Justine Gunn
“Tater Tot” by Desi Stowe
“When the Snow Settles” by Kate Ormand
“The First Christmas” by Jessica Daniliuk
“Cereal Thieves” by Gwen Cole
“One Perfect Gift” by Caroline Baccene
“Tinsel and Tangled Hearts” by Amy Kelly
“Share the Love” by Katherine Rea
“Snow People” by Lisa Freeman
Whether through new love, chosen family, or long-overdue reconciliation, The Gift Exchange shows that the holidays are less about what’s under the tree and more about the people around it. Perfect for fans of cozy and contemporary romance, found family, and meaningful moments.
We had such great success with our last regional contest that we’re doing it again! Coffee meets spooky in this paranormal contest!
Submissions Due August 17, 2026
An opportunity for short fiction writers! The Cover Story: A Writing Contest challenges writers to do that one thing we’re not supposed to do—judge a book by its cover.
Challenge 3 is CLOSED.
Check back for Challenge 4!
Join our 2026 Reading Challenge on The StoryGraph!
Read 12 books. Post 12 reviews.
Enter to win $25 to your favorite online bookstore.
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And You Press
Books by you and you and you. Because we’re stronger and better together. Multiple points of view & voices in every book.
Attic Ebooks
Digital stories of varying lengths (short stories, novellas, full-length novels) and select nonfiction and essays. All published from a cozy attic office.
InkBridge Books
Introducing NFB’s hybrid imprint, which bridges the gap between the traditional & indie experience.
Recent Releases!
February 17, 2026
The Perfect Blend: A Coffee Shop-Inspired Sweet Romance Anthology
Available as ebook and paperback wherever books are sold.
A portion of proceeds will be donated to Coffee Inclusive in Pittston, PA.
Join us on tour this spring and summer! Check our Event page for dates.
May 19, 2026
When You Know, You Know: A Novella
by Caroline Baccene
Available as ebook and paperback wherever books are sold.
June 2, 2026
Northern Blues: A Short Story
by Amy Hepp
Available as ebook at your favorite online retailers.
June 23, 2026
Comfort Zone and Joy: A Holiday Short Story
by Katie Fitzgerald
Available as ebook at your favorite online retailers.
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