End Of Year Collection
Through out the years I have written almost 130 stories on here. While I love all my stories that I write, there are a few that stick out to me for different reasons. To celebrate another year of the Ghostly Hotel being open for business, I would like to list a few stories that seem to always stick with me.
This Storie sets the tone for my retro futurism stories. It takes place in a small diner where cigarettes are healthy and humanity is exploring the stars. I enjoy the old retro diners and the whole feel of 70’s futurism.
My first Holiday town story and introduction to my character Amy Newearl. I started this story a bit grim, but then it takes a fun turn. The Holiday towns are a lot of fun to write about, all the festivities and joy that come with them. They are nice place to daydream in.
The start of my apocalypse series and the introduction to my two characters Mick and Carl. Every time I see the Hallway in my house I think of this story. It was something on my mind for along time before I actually wrote it.
I love this story because it gives a good lesson at the end. When I was writing it I was sure how I was going to end it or where I was going, but it revealed itself to me. The Mentor and the student have conflict I think is a very real issue that can happen. Also the tale of the Malaberg I think is neat.
When ever I am looking through my stories I always open this one forgetting what it actually is. Might be a title problem haha, but when I do I remember every detail. This story is actually one of my favorites that I have written. I think the characters are really cool, the setting is fantastic and I could expand on it greatly in the future. It is a fun ride.
This another story that I always forget that I had written. It has a very light hearted tone much more like I used to write when I was growing up. A slice of teen drama and comical circumstances. I can’t help but smile as I read through it.
A bit more somber on the list, but this stories speak a lot to me. When ever I am at home or in a space that feels just right, the thought of it being empty comes to mind and I remember. It is the people that give spaces their fire, their energy.
A more recent story , the first from this year, Plastic Yarn turned out better than I thought it would. I had these ideas for this story for a while and when I finally put it down all the characters really worked out for me. The setting itself pulled itself together decently enough and enjoyed layering mystery and deceit. This is part of a much broader project that I am working on too.
And my last of the bunch
What a Space and Just a Second
I call these my Scholastic Stories as they revolve around spaces where children can learn unhindered by circumstances and all other troubles. The vibe of these stories is like a 90’s edutainment computer game. I love writing them as spaces I wish I could have gone to when I was a kid. The characters are all pretty fun and the spaces are cozy and inviting. Limitless opportunity for all.
These stories hold a special place for me and I think about them more than most, but it doesn’t mean I don’t like my other stories. Each one has a special place for me. They are collections of inspirations, thoughts, ideas and experiences rolled into a burst of time and space in words.
Thank you for reading all of my crazy stories over the years!
2024 is coming to a close. Heres to a wonderful 2025!
Safe travels, long life and glory!
Cheers!