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Seven Ordinary Characters Face Their Inner Demons in New Anthology

Check out the recently published collection of stories exploring ordinary people and their fears of imperfection


I am excited to share the release of our inaugural collection of short fiction works titled ‘Seven Ordinary People and Their Fear of Imperfection.’

Co-authored with my friend and author, James Taris, our anthology delves into the universal human struggles of self-doubt and perfectionism, portraying simple characters grappling with their inner demons.

In the full-length novel, 1 Faulty Bend: Seven ordinary people and their fear of imperfection, readers will follow the intertwined stories of seven individuals grappling with intense self-doubt and perfectionism, portraying the relentless battle against imperfection.

Readers are immersed in a profound exploration of how minor imperfections and perceived flaws can gradually overwhelm one’s thoughts if not confronted, underscoring the significance of addressing these inner struggles.

In addition, seven short stories offer more succinct glimpses into themes of vulnerability, career aspirations, low self-esteem, creativity blocks, and work-life balances.

By sharing relatable stories of ordinary individuals, we illustrate how conquering feelings of inadequacy serves as an essential component of one’s personal evolution.

Our anthology offers profound insights into prevalent psychological obstacles, fostering a sense of unity among readers as they find solace in the shared exploration of imperfections.


Complete book: Seven ordinary people and their fear of imperfection

Short story: Hannah has a place for everything and everything in its place, but Nate just likes to go with the flow. Who will get their way in the end?


Short story: Serge is looking for his purpose in life. He loves to paint, but his attempts at art were always ridiculed as a youngster. Will he finally be brave enough to start painting again?

Short story: Samantha’s dream is to open a high-end hair salon, but after 5 years of working out of her small apartment, she’s nowhere near her goal. Will she ever achieve her dream?

Short story: Karl is such a perfectionist that he now avoids trying anything new because he’s afraid of not being the best at it. What can he do to regain his confidence?

Short story: Jemma has just started her own marketing business but doesn’t have any customers yet. There are so many things to do, and she’s just a one-person business. How can she break through and build the business she wants?

Short story: Mark works in a factory and is overwhelmed with overtime work. His partner, William, worries about the toll it’s taking on Mark. What is the solution they come up with?

Short story: Jeff is a paunchy plumber who has found the holy grail to combat imperfection. You will be surprised when you find out how simple it is.

Co-authors: James Taris and Keith Williams © 2024

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