Shorts for the Idle Mind

By Bradley McConnachie

A colection of short stories covering varius ganres from historical, fantasy, distopian, sci fi.. Do you enjoy reading, but cant find the time to read long form stories? Do you find yourself with time on your hands between activaties? This book will satisfy to fill your Idle moments.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Bradley McConnachie
• Release date: Jul 26, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223249658

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Shorts for the Idle Mind

Bradley McConnachie

Published by Bradley McConnachie, 2023.

This is a work of fiction. Similarities to real people, places, or events are entirely coincidental.

SHORTS FOR THE IDLE MIND

First edition. July 26, 2023.

Copyright © 2023 Bradley McConnachie.

ISBN: 979-8223249658

Written by Bradley McConnachie.

Table of Contents

Title Page

Copyright Page

CONTENTS

Also By Bradley McConnachie

CONTENTS

Eilidh and the Curse of the Werewolf

Legacy of the Ruins

The Cabin in the Woods

Love Beyond Boundaries

The Orion Odyssey

Conquering the Shadow Monster

Worlds Collide

Rebuilding Humanity

The Silent Impact of Connection

The Resilience of Connection in Adversity

Confronting Darkness in the Face of Fear

The Magic of Connection Beyond Boundaries

Benjamin's Diamond Rush

Guardians of the Hidden Fairies

Times Unseen Connection

Eilidh and the Curse of the Werewolf

In the secluded village of Lachlan, nestled snugly amidst the mist-shrouded hills of Celtic land, a sinister presence lurked beneath the pale moonlight. It was the 1400s, a time when folklore and superstitions held sway over the hearts of the villagers. Little did they know that their idyllic existence was about to be shattered by a terror, unlike anything they had ever imagined.

Whispers of a demonic force echoed through the village, spreading fear like wildfire. People spoke of uncommon sightings and eerie howls that pierced the night, chilling their particular souls. The elders spoke of an ancient curse, passed down through generations, a curse that would awaken a creature of darkness when the moon reigned supreme.

As the villagers cowered in their homes, their fear giving birth to a collective dread, one young woman named Eilidh refused to succumb to the paralysing grip of terror. With fiery determination burning in her eyes, she vowed to uncover the truth and put an end to the nightmare that had plagued her people.

Armed with ancient texts and tales of old, Eilidh delved into the depths of Celtic folklore, seeking clues that would lead her to the heart of the mystery. With each passing night, she watched as the moon waned and waxed, tracking the creature's movements and patterns. It was a race against time, for the villagers lived in constant fear, their lives forever altered by the relentless presence of the werewolf.

One moonlit eve, Eilidh ventured deep into the enchanted forest that bordered the village, guided by whispers of an ancient ritual that held the key to breaking the curse. She moved with purpose, her heart pounding in her chest as she navigated the twisting