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Yuletide Tales A Festive Collective
A diverse collection of stories showcasing some of the best indie authors on the market. Filled with heart-warming romance, mysterious humor, sinister, supernatural thrills and tearful sorrow, this anthology has something for everyone. So snuggle up with a warm glass of mulled wine and join us for the festivities, while we lift your spirit, tickle your fancy and rattle your bones.
164 pages, Paperback
First published November 28, 2013
About the author
Peter John
6 books152 followersPeter John was born in Bromley Kent, England in 1973. He gained an interest in creative writing at the age of 14 and was published during the 1990's in several poetry anthologies. Happily Married to Jo since 1996 and currently living in Sidcup Kent, not so far from the tree.
Editorial Review:
Reviewed by Lit Amri for Readers' Favorite
"Dead Medium" revolves around seventy-five year old May Elizabeth Trump’s life after death. A hermit who doesn't really want to do anything with everybody else during her lifetime, she reluctantly agrees to help Penny Saunders, a woman who dies a few days before her, to solve the debt problem that she leaves behind to her daughter Chloe. With this, May eventually gets involves with a lot of people, both dead and alive, more than she likes. She is after all a dead medium who is capable of talking to the living; her ability is rare and in great demand.
Peter John is such a wonderful author with a brilliant writing skill, which makes the narration of the book somewhat nostalgic and beautiful. May Trump is truly the center of the story and makes the reading captivating and an absolute joy. Her strong, independent quality anchors the other colorful characters: Penny and Chloe Saunders, the mother and daughter with debt problem, Barbara the so-called seer who works part-time at the supermarket, the ghost George Tailor with his Soul Stalkers’ theories, and even Mr. Kibbles, the ghost cat. The story itself is marvelous as well as humorous and gives remarkable insight into how the dead deals with the living world and it discusses the mystery of the other side. The ending takes a surprising turn but it ties up everything together nicely in the end. An enjoyable read and I can't wait for the author's next brilliant work.
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Editorial Review:
Reviewed by Lit Amri for Readers' Favorite
"Dead Medium" revolves around seventy-five year old May Elizabeth Trump’s life after death. A hermit who doesn't really want to do anything with everybody else during her lifetime, she reluctantly agrees to help Penny Saunders, a woman who dies a few days before her, to solve the debt problem that she leaves behind to her daughter Chloe. With this, May eventually gets involves with a lot of people, both dead and alive, more than she likes. She is after all a dead medium who is capable of talking to the living; her ability is rare and in great demand.
Peter John is such a wonderful author with a brilliant writing skill, which makes the narration of the book somewhat nostalgic and beautiful. May Trump is truly the center of the story and makes the reading captivating and an absolute joy. Her strong, independent quality anchors the other colorful characters: Penny and Chloe Saunders, the mother and daughter with debt problem, Barbara the so-called seer who works part-time at the supermarket, the ghost George Tailor with his Soul Stalkers’ theories, and even Mr. Kibbles, the ghost cat. The story itself is marvelous as well as humorous and gives remarkable insight into how the dead deals with the living world and it discusses the mystery of the other side. The ending takes a surprising turn but it ties up everything together nicely in the end. An enjoyable read and I can't wait for the author's next brilliant work.
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http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dead-Medium-P...
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November 20, 2013
I can't tell you anything yet because this one does not go live until Dec 1. Remember to come back to Goodreads to download your free copy of Yuletide Tales: A Festive Collective. I enjoy sharing my short story with you. There are many great authors in this one
December 3, 2013
"Yuletide Tales A Festive Collective (The Indie Collaboration Presents)" is a magnificent selection of Christmas-time short stories and poems that spans a wide range of angles and emotions about the festive season.
Classic x-mas stories about unexpected kindness or magical and biblical themes are included as well as an inspired horror story about the Anti-Claus and a very entertaining short about a spiritualist medium and her 'workload' at christmas time.
The Indie Collaboration is a collection of very talented writers, most of whom I have come across through their other work. This anthology is a showcase of outstanding writing talent. The stories are all well written, interesting and well put together, making for a great holiday read.
Classic x-mas stories about unexpected kindness or magical and biblical themes are included as well as an inspired horror story about the Anti-Claus and a very entertaining short about a spiritualist medium and her 'workload' at christmas time.
The Indie Collaboration is a collection of very talented writers, most of whom I have come across through their other work. This anthology is a showcase of outstanding writing talent. The stories are all well written, interesting and well put together, making for a great holiday read.
November 30, 2013
To comment on the other stories which are not mine, these are a collection of humorous, unusual, paranormal, romantic, frightening short stories which will have you laughing, crying, sighing, and looking for more. I commend my fellow authors for their great work, creativity and collaboration in putting this book together. The top prize goes to Peter John who started it all and without his much work in the background we would not have gotten this far so soon. Thanks too to our creative cover designer Gedi Phillips.
November 17, 2013
A wonderful variety of Christmas stories in this heart warming collection. Not all of them are happy, they reflect every emotion. Love, hope, happiness, sadness, regret, paranormal happenings and more.
December 24, 2013
I think there's a story for everyone in this festive collection. I didn't necessarily relate to every story, but it was enjoyable none the less. It was nice to see a Christmas book that didn't follow the conventional theme of man meets girl. Man melts girls frozen heart et cetera.
August 13, 2016
Really enjoyable group of stories from some indie authors. Big range of genres so probably something for everyone, although you may not enjoy all of the offerings.
December 3, 2013
"Yuletide Tales A Festive Collective (The Indie Collaboration Presents)" is a magnificent selection of Christmas-time short stories and poems that spans a wide range of angles and emotions about the festive season.
Classic x-mas stories about unexpected kindness or magical and biblical themes are included as well as an inspired horror story about the Anti-Claus and a very entertaining short about a spiritualist medium and her 'workload' at christmas time.
The Indie Collaboration is a collection of very talented writers, most of whom I have come across through their other work. This anthology is a showcase of outstanding writing talent. The stories are all well written, interesting and well put together, making for a great holiday read.
Classic x-mas stories about unexpected kindness or magical and biblical themes are included as well as an inspired horror story about the Anti-Claus and a very entertaining short about a spiritualist medium and her 'workload' at christmas time.
The Indie Collaboration is a collection of very talented writers, most of whom I have come across through their other work. This anthology is a showcase of outstanding writing talent. The stories are all well written, interesting and well put together, making for a great holiday read.
December 7, 2016
This is a collection of short Christmas themed stories. There is a few different genres ranging from romance to horror. As with all short story collections, some I loved and others I thought were okay. I am glad that I read this collection of stories.
July 23, 2018
It was awful. I didn't finish as the stories were badly written and not at all engaging. This was something our bookclub decided to read and I just didn't go to bookclub that month. Turns out nobody else liked it either. No wonder it was free
January 2, 2020
Most of the stories were touching. The rest we're just not of my interest.
December 27, 2016
Although these tales had "happy endings" they were, for the most part sad. The Christmas murder mysteries I read were more cheerful!
December 15, 2014
Yuletide Tales A Festive Collection is a wonderful collection of traditional and nontraditional holiday stories written by a variety of authors. Each author has a short page and a fantastic story. I loved the variety each author brought to the book. A couple of stories that really stood out to me was Christmas Spirit because it is a story of one good turn deserves another when a family takes in a bum for a night. Giving him a warm place to rest and food in his belly. This story played at my heart strings. Another story I really enjoyed was A Sacred Star. This story has a paranormal Christmas twist to it which really drew in my interest.
This is an awesome collection of stories to be shared with the entire family.
This is an awesome collection of stories to be shared with the entire family.
December 16, 2014
I'm a fan of the indie collective and what they stand for. There were some interesting stories, or at least some interesting elements in some of the stories. But overall, it's not a strong collection. Many of the stories have issues with pacing, cliches, and convenient endings. If, however, you're simply looking for a collection of short, sentimental, heartwarming stories -- the kind of stories you might find on Lifetime -- then give the collection a try.
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December 6, 2013Again, it would not be right for me to comment,because I am one of the writers. However, I think it is well worth reading and the other author's stories are great. I wont rate it, as that would not be right. Deserves five stars though (LOL).
December 5, 2017
Short Christmas stories
I think a have one favourite story in this book. The one that was different, the rest are too similar to each other.
I think a have one favourite story in this book. The one that was different, the rest are too similar to each other.
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