Incurable: Stories from the World of Cure V2 is a collection of supernatural, horror, and darkly comic tales set in a world where werewolves, monsters, and hidden realms exist just beyond everyday life. The stories include awkward werewolves finding their place (Half-Moon), a nostalgic Gulf Coast journey through friendship and hardship (Up at the Intersection – Division & Main), the unraveling of trauma through humor (An Attitude Adjustment), and a twisted tale of lycanthropic revenge (Man...

"A Book for a Rainy Day; or, Recollections of the Events of the Years 1766-1833" by John Thomas Smith is a captivating collection of essays and reflections that transport readers to a bygone era. Smith, an artist and writer, shares his personal experiences and observations of life in 18th and early 19th century England. His vivid storytelling and keen insights provide a window into the social, political, and cultural landscape of the time, making it a delightful read for those interested i...

"The Cries of London" by John Thomas Smith is a fascinating exploration of the vibrant street life in 19th-century London. Through a series of detailed illustrations and accompanying text, Smith captures the essence of the city's street vendors, their cries, and the unique culture surrounding them. The book serves as both a historical document and an artistic representation, showcasing the diverse array of characters that populated the streets. Smith's work not only highlights the economic...

"Hidden Treasure: The Story of a Chore Boy Who Made the Old Farm Pay" by John Thomas Simpson is an inspiring tale that captures the essence of hard work and determination. The narrative follows a young boy who, despite his humble beginnings as a chore boy on a struggling farm, discovers innovative ways to turn the farm's fortunes around. Through his ingenuity and relentless spirit, he transforms not only the land but also his own life, showcasing the power of perseverance and the rewards o...

"Lives of Famous London Beggars" by John Thomas Smith is a fascinating exploration of the lives of notable beggars in London during the 18th and early 19th centuries. Smith, an artist and writer, provides vivid descriptions and anecdotes that bring to life the struggles and stories of these individuals. Through his detailed observations, he sheds light on the social conditions of the time, revealing how poverty and desperation shaped the experiences of those who resorted to begging as a me...

For fifty years, people enter Kessler Studio carrying things they believe they can keep hidden.Some come for work. Some come for money, escape, ambition, sex, reinvention, or simply because they have nowhere better to go. And sooner or later, their lives brush against Room 6.The room does not grant wishes. It does not behave like a haunted attraction, and it does not explain itself. But it has a way of stripping away the stories people tell about who they a...

"Brook Farm: Historic and Personal Memoirs" by John Thomas Codman offers a vivid exploration of the Brook Farm community, a utopian experiment in communal living that flourished in the 19th century. Codman, who was intimately involved with the farm, provides a unique perspective on the ideals of transcendentalism and the pursuit of a harmonious society. Through personal anecdotes and historical accounts, he captures the spirit of the time, detailing the interactions among notable figures s...

Exploring the complexities of love, this treatise delves into the psychology of human bonds, offering 48 key principles for navigating the intricacies of intimacy. It approaches love as an active pursuit requiring intention and mutual exchange, guiding readers through self-reflection and fostering emotional literacy. Real-life stories infuse practicality, as the work addresses love's challenges with authenticity. It's a philosophical and practical guide for deepening connections and healin...

“The wind’s changing again, Cole,” said Tom Deering, as he threw his rudder handle to leeward in order that the sheet might catch the full benefit of the breeze. The person to whom he spoke was a negro, young in years but of colossal size; as he sat amidships in the skiff, with the sheet rope in his hand, his sleeveless shirt showing his mighty arms bare to the shoulder, he resembled a statue of Hercules, cut out of black marble. Tom Deering was about sixteen, and the son of a rich planter...

ON that eventful morning nearly four centuries ago, when the spell of uncertainty and mystery which enshrouded the Atlantic was broken, and the darkness of the deep vanished with the darkness of the night, the illustrious admiral discovered a world populated with beings like himself. They were male and female, with all the physical characteristics common to the rest of mankind, and differed from the Spaniards only in that their skin was of a copper hue, and their cheek bones more prominent...

“Much good place for camp! Heap fine water!” It was a young Cherokee brave who spoke; from the back of his wiry little sorrel horse he pointed ahead to a small stream which could be seen winding its way among the trees. “Yes; it looks as if it had been made for a camp, Running Elk,” replied a bronzed athletic white boy. “What do you say, Frank, shall we pitch the tent there to-night?” Frank Lawrence glanced toward the sun, which was already lowering toward the horizon. “We might as well, J...

Along the trail which wound along the banks of the Yadkin, in North Carolina, rode a tall, sinewy man; he had a bronzed, resolute face, wore the hunting shirt, leggins and moccasins of the backwoods, and had hanging from one shoulder a long flint-locked rifle. A small buck, which this unerring weapon of the hunter had lately brought down, lay across his saddle bow. Away along the trail, at a place where the river bent sharply, a cloud of dust arose in the trail; and as the hunter rode forw...