Picture this: Earth, decades in the future. It’s crowded, hot, and there is a distinct lack of death.
You are appointed⏤after a great many failures⏤to try and convince Death to return to his post.
How do you do it?
My first publication is here!
It’s crazy to see my name in print, especially attached to this weird ass story. I wrote the first draft of “Treat Death Kindly” on a random day in July 2018, expecting to never return to it, let alone publish it. It was originally meant to be practice, something to keep me creative in the midst of academic essays.
But it’s now available to purchase worldwide! That’s kinda cool.
And can we talk about the incredible art that pairs with Mr. Death? The poofy wig and frilly cuffs are exactly as I imagined them to be! I couldn’t be happier with the outcome.
As of August 31, 2023, Not Evil, Just Misunderstood…and also evil is available in print and e-book. Purchase links here:
You can also go to this link if you’re elsewhere in the world!
Not Evil, Just Misunderstood…and also evil
“This here is a book of stories that look at the quirkier side of the villainous. Sometimes funny, sometimes unexpected, but always entertaining as this collection of authors take antagonists and turn them on their head—well, not literally. Or maybe they do… you’ll have to read them to find out!”
I’m honored that “Treat Death Kindly” was chosen to be a part of Nat. 1 Publishing’s Not Evil, Just Misunderstood…and also evil. I sincerely appreciate everyone who takes the time to read not just my story, but also those of the other amazing contributors.
I wanted to take the time to highlight some trigger warnings listed on Nat. 1’s website:
- Significant: child-in-peril, death, mental illness
- Moderate: bigotry, gore, physical violence, sexual violence
- Mild: abuse, health issues, substance abuse
- Implied: traumatic events
The link also lists the works and authors featured in the anthology and more links to purchase copies worldwide!
Thank you so much for reading!
Steph
STEPHANIE V. CANTO 