In a Small Compass: Vol. 1

By Karen Oberlaender

15 contemporary short fiction stories with paranormal streaks take you on a journey to Boston, Dublin, Dundrum, Galway, Heidelberg, London, Munich, Nuremberg, Skerries, and other places.
Find out more about:
- Rachel and her nightmare.
- Madelyn and her marble.
- Jenny and the shadow.
- Louise and her hunches.
- Ted and the noises.
- Dee and her prison.
- The heatwave in Willowsend.
- Judy and her projections.
- Joe and a voice.
- Roberta and Laura.
- Marty giving directions.
- James Ferris Wheeler and the award.
- Aoife at the Dundrum Town Centre.
- The secret of the blue window - with two alternative endings.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Karen Oberlaender
• Release date: Nov 30, 2016
• ISBN: 9781370782765

Karen Oberlaender

My name is Karen. I am a linguist, translator, and technical author. I spend my time mainly in Germany and Ireland and collect my inspirations on the go. My stories will certainly comprise some hobbies, favourite locations, animals, topics, beverages, etc. Locations do exist; pubs and/or shops might be gone; people are fictional unless stated otherwise. +++ November 2019 publication: In a Small Compass, Vol. 2 +++ My personal motto: Don’t look back in anger! 10 statements A typical work day begins with... black coffee and my schedule. I lose track of time... when I am reading. I have always... wanted to live in Ireland. I have never... been bored. Home means to me... being with the ones I love. I am inspired by... almost everything. I would like to meet... (and discuss with) the Dalai Lama. My worst character trait... impatience. My best character trait... open-mindedness. The best advice I was given... keep an open mind. Best regards, Karen

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