Here We Are - E-book - ePub

Here We Are is a collection of short stories and flash fiction, most of which stems from simple assignments that got edited to go further. The stories held inside include LGBTQ+ romances, science fiction, fantasy, and realistic fiction. "Mechanical Heart" follows Zinx, a robot, who just wants some peace and quiet after another humiliating defeat. However, His housemate Ajax has a different idea for how the day should go. "Snake in a Bird Cage" is written from the perspective of a pet snake who longs to see the world outside.
All it has for reference is a small bird friend who loves to boast about it through a window. In "Eternity" Kara gets a free ring from a garage sale. However, things quickly go down south when the ring begins to give her nightmares and worsen her anxiety. When the ring makes matters even worse, she finds solace in Zee. "Little Performer" follows wannabe dancer Katelyn, who has just broken into an empty theater with her best friend, Francis.
She'll spend her time there practicing, but far too focused on perfection. The story "Of Light" follows Ally as she mourns the passing of her friend Ray. She reminisces about the time they shared, the feelings unspoken, when her handmade keychain suddenly appears on her bed. The LGBTQ+ short story "Wheel of Fortune" introduces anxious lesbian Valorie. This year, her town is holding its annual Elk Ridge Festival, and she's excited to take her long-time crush Brielle out on a date.
However, the universe seems to do everything it can to stop her from confessing. Zona faces trouble in "Unaccounted For" when government workers poke her about photos that show her committing crimes. She doesn't recognize any of these photos-save for one.