In the timeless dance between land and sea, the lighthouse stands as a beacon of guidance, guarding against the storm and lighting the way through the darkest nights. This anthology brings together a diverse collection of stories inspired by these steadfast sentinels of the shore.

Whether bathed in the glow of a distant light or buffeted by fierce waves, these stories will carry you on a journey across windswept coasts and deep, mysterious seas, where every light offers a new beginning, and every storm hides a deeper truth.

My story within tells the tale of a solitary witch and a bumbling knight. Our duo meet on a stormy evening amidst unlikely circumstances. During the encounter, they discover friendship and uncover a new purpose in a tale of whimsical magic at a coastal lighthouse.

In discovering the story, I was able to convey, albeit in a shortened glimpse, a bit of what often brings my words to life: strange circumstances, characters with unpredictable and sometimes irrational motivations, and above all, hope—hope that there will be a happy ending despite the madness the world can sometimes bring.

I hope it brings you as much joy in the reading as I had in the writing.

Featuring Stories by: Sue Bowden, Lyssa Reese, Julie Morfee, James Goche, Mary Gregersen, Jen Kaczmarek (myself), Amy M. Stewart, Flora Beach Burlingame, James Knisely & Sherri Porter