Maybe Ghost Stories

By Matti Charlton

"Maybe Ghost Stories" by Matti Charlton is a captivating compilation of whimsical tales that traverse the boundaries of reality. Each story embarks on a unique adventure, from a young girl's eerie encounter with a malevolent demon on a mysterious bridge to the hilarious chaos unleashed by a rebellious Oxford Comma. These enchanting narratives ce

• Language: English
• Publisher: Matti Charlton
• Release date: Sep 2, 2023
• ISBN: 9781778900525

Matti Charlton

Matti Charlton is writer, designer and recording artist. They live in Toronto, Canada with their service dog, Quentin.Matti is autistic, queer and transgender and writes passionately about social issues and modern technology; most recently, with their book "Homelessness broke ChatGPT" casting a critical eye on the bias of the popular AI software. Matti has also written several children's books and young adult novels.Matti is an advocate for trans issues, mental health and poverty, especially homelessness and addiction.Matti's career has spanned a wide range of disciplines, from software development and art direction to fashion design, music production and writing. In 2023, they published their 12th album of electronic pop music, "Almost", and their first fiction novel "Dendrome".Matti created the first transgender-owned underwear company in the world, Retromatti Athletics, in 2014, manufacturing the entire line from their apartment in downtown Toronto. The company expanded to provide digital artwork to craft makers during COVID-19.Matti's website: https://matticharlton.com/On Facebook: https://facebook.com/matticharltonOn Instagram: https://instagram.com/retromattiMatti's books: https://books.matticharlton.com/Matti's music: https://spotify.matticharlton.com/Matti's online business: https://retromatti.com/

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Maybe Ghost Stories

matti charlton

Copyright ©2023 matti charlton.

all rights reserved.

Paperback ISBN: 978-1-77890-051-8

eBook ISBN: 978-1-77890-052-5

Imprint: Matti Charlton

Maybe ghost stories

matti charlton

Contents

Amelia's Rubdown 1

The Oxford Comma Murders 7

The Day The Word Turned 11

The Raisin For Yale 15

The Haunted Pie 19

Casper the Goofball 23

Bumbling Bob 27

Giggly Ghost 31

Snicker Snax Parking Pax 35

Tickleton's Sneakers 39

Beware The Bagel 43

Granny Smokes-a-lot 47

Fluffernutter 53

Rubby & Ruddy 57

Dedication Page

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This is the author thanking a list of people: Person One, Person Two, Dog Person Three, Etc.

Copyright ©2023 matti charlton.

originally written monday the 8th day

of may in the common year of 2023.

written from the city of toronto,

in the country of canada, on planet earth.

Amelia's Rubdown

Under the shadowy veil of night, a bridge stood as a gateway between two realms. Its once-grand architecture whispered tales of forgotten secrets and hidden desires. It was on this very bridge that a peculiar encounter unfolded, entwining the fates of a young girl and a mysterious stranger.

Amelia, a free-spirited and adventurous soul, often found herself wandering the dimly lit paths that led her to the bridge. Her curiosity knew no bounds, and she yearned to uncover the mysteries that lurked within its ancient stones. Little did she know that her innocent exploration would lead her down a path she never could have imagined.

One moonlit evening, as Amelia approached the bridge, a figure emerged from the shadows. Tall and enigmatic, the stranger exuded an aura of otherworldly charm. He introduced himself as Lucian and offered Amelia a full-body massage. Intrigued and enticed by the idea, Amelia hesitantly agreed.

Meeting under the bridge became a clandestine ritual. Each encounter transported Amelia into a realm of unparalleled relaxation and tranquility. Lucian possessed a unique touch, as if he had tapped into the very essence of her being. Amelia could not resist the lure of his massages, which seemed to transcend the boundaries of mere physical contact.

But as time went on, subtle signs emerged, weaving a foreboding tapestry of the stranger's true nature. Amelia noticed a faint scent of sulfur that hung in the air whenever Lucian was near. Shadows danced ominously around him, stretching unnaturally, as if they were under his command. Still, she dismissed these eerie signs, drawn in by the captivating spell he cast upon her.

One fateful night, as Amelia settled