Ceilings, Doors, Windows, Floors - Collected Stories 2011
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $3.99 USD. 55450 words.
Published on February 2, 2012. Fiction.
A collection of eighteen short stories suitable for all ages and written in several different styles. As the title suggests, there are explorations and examinations in many different directions that lead to insight, grounding, adventure and growth. A splendid time is guaranteed for all.
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Robert Adair Wilson
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Robert is retired from teaching. He spends his time volunteering, traveling, taking pictures, cooking and writing, not necessarily in that order.
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Ceilings, Floors, Windows, Doors - Collected Stories 2010
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $3.99 USD. 51060 words. Published on February 2, 2012. Fiction.
A collection of seventeen short stories suitable for all ages and written in several different styles. As the title suggests, there are explorations and examinations in many different directions that lead to insight, grounding, adventure and growth.
Price: $3.99 USD. 51060 words. Published on February 2, 2012. Fiction.
A collection of seventeen short stories suitable for all ages and written in several different styles. As the title suggests, there are explorations and examinations in many different directions that lead to insight, grounding, adventure and growth.
Either Peace or War
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 3830 words. Published on January 5, 2012. .
The phrase 'Three strikes and you're out' is familiar to most people. In this delicious tale of intrigue and betrayal, humiliation and retribution in marriage the same is found to be true. The psychopathy of one partner is more than matched by the retaliation of the other. This is a tightly rendered exploration of the extraordinary power of justice.
Price: $2.99 USD. 3830 words. Published on January 5, 2012. .
The phrase 'Three strikes and you're out' is familiar to most people. In this delicious tale of intrigue and betrayal, humiliation and retribution in marriage the same is found to be true. The psychopathy of one partner is more than matched by the retaliation of the other. This is a tightly rendered exploration of the extraordinary power of justice.
Phoenix and the Albatross
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2590 words. Published on December 20, 2011. Fiction.
A tense personal relationship between father, daughter and deceased mother drawn tautly through dialogue examining unanswered questions around the passing of the wife/mother. The actions and dynamics among the three moves the father through a series of memories and interactions with his daughter and does much to illustrate their current status and how it has developed. The characters are classic.
Price: $2.99 USD. 2590 words. Published on December 20, 2011. Fiction.
A tense personal relationship between father, daughter and deceased mother drawn tautly through dialogue examining unanswered questions around the passing of the wife/mother. The actions and dynamics among the three moves the father through a series of memories and interactions with his daughter and does much to illustrate their current status and how it has developed. The characters are classic.
Nine Years At Shangri-La
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 6610 words. Published on December 2, 2011. Nonfiction.
Growing as a family in a relatively primitive, isolated and socially hostile environment can be a learning experience. Sometimes the 'good old days' have more to teach us than we realize at the time. Independence and self-reliance come to mind in this short story about the main character who engages herself, others and the natural surroundings in a journey of self-development and final triumph.
Price: $2.99 USD. 6610 words. Published on December 2, 2011. Nonfiction.
Growing as a family in a relatively primitive, isolated and socially hostile environment can be a learning experience. Sometimes the 'good old days' have more to teach us than we realize at the time. Independence and self-reliance come to mind in this short story about the main character who engages herself, others and the natural surroundings in a journey of self-development and final triumph.
Mikka's Log: Delayed Departures
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 3160 words. Published on November 30, 2011. Fiction.
Mikka's life with her mother is in a virtual limbo. She is trying in her own way to find an alternative to her seemingly oppressive world. Then an encounter with a friendly, older, male passenger opens her eyes to a possible solution but she realizes many in life are waiting for delayed departures and not all of them may get them where they want to go.
Price: $2.99 USD. 3160 words. Published on November 30, 2011. Fiction.
Mikka's life with her mother is in a virtual limbo. She is trying in her own way to find an alternative to her seemingly oppressive world. Then an encounter with a friendly, older, male passenger opens her eyes to a possible solution but she realizes many in life are waiting for delayed departures and not all of them may get them where they want to go.
Nevermore
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2700 words. Published on November 15, 2011. Fiction.
Confession is good for the soul, they say. Jealousy and retribution as a constant of human nature guides these characters to planned and unwitting ends. It is only human to want to regain what made Alice happy before her rival, Leisle, happened on the scene.
Price: $2.99 USD. 2700 words. Published on November 15, 2011. Fiction.
Confession is good for the soul, they say. Jealousy and retribution as a constant of human nature guides these characters to planned and unwitting ends. It is only human to want to regain what made Alice happy before her rival, Leisle, happened on the scene.
Sock Monkey and the Memory Shirt
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $1.99 USD. 1340 words. Published on October 22, 2011. Fiction.
A grandmother, a grandson who used to be five but is now just about all grown up at six and a lonely sock monkey waiting on the shelf - put them together and you have the story of the memory shirt. This is a tale of growing up and handling loneliness from a sock monkey's (and a grandmother's) point of view.
Price: $1.99 USD. 1340 words. Published on October 22, 2011. Fiction.
A grandmother, a grandson who used to be five but is now just about all grown up at six and a lonely sock monkey waiting on the shelf - put them together and you have the story of the memory shirt. This is a tale of growing up and handling loneliness from a sock monkey's (and a grandmother's) point of view.
Awaiting Your Attention & Cougar At 69 & As Others See Us
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 4600 words. Published on September 27, 2011. Fiction.
Three short stories: a tale of conflicted feelings that generates energy, depth and emotional insight; a story of a half-hearted family reunion, dripping with humour, sarcasm and excellent professional advice under some stressful conditions; an examination of what could be the solution to the worldwide problem of homelessness. Three stories for the price of one - a bargain too good to pass up!
Price: $2.99 USD. 4600 words. Published on September 27, 2011. Fiction.
Three short stories: a tale of conflicted feelings that generates energy, depth and emotional insight; a story of a half-hearted family reunion, dripping with humour, sarcasm and excellent professional advice under some stressful conditions; an examination of what could be the solution to the worldwide problem of homelessness. Three stories for the price of one - a bargain too good to pass up!
Final Details
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2960 words. Published on September 13, 2011. Fiction.
It's as Dave realizes, "... everyone must go through a similar if not identical experience. His is not unique." There comes a time when all that's left to be done is caught up at last and the devil is in the final details.
Price: $2.99 USD. 2960 words. Published on September 13, 2011. Fiction.
It's as Dave realizes, "... everyone must go through a similar if not identical experience. His is not unique." There comes a time when all that's left to be done is caught up at last and the devil is in the final details.
Travels With Zelda: In the Company of Bats
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 6250 words. Published on August 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
A summer 2011 van camping travelogue from Victoria, to Olympia, through the Cascades to Winthrop, Twisp and Oroville, then north into the Thompson-Okanagan with detail of Penticton, Naramata Bench wine country, Summerland, Peachland, Okanagan Lake, Vernon and Armstrong. Highlights on the Peachland area and the famous Yuma bats that live and work there.
Price: $2.99 USD. 6250 words. Published on August 12, 2011. Nonfiction.
A summer 2011 van camping travelogue from Victoria, to Olympia, through the Cascades to Winthrop, Twisp and Oroville, then north into the Thompson-Okanagan with detail of Penticton, Naramata Bench wine country, Summerland, Peachland, Okanagan Lake, Vernon and Armstrong. Highlights on the Peachland area and the famous Yuma bats that live and work there.
Facta Non Verba
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2220 words. Published on June 27, 2011. Fiction.
A grandfather may lament his misspent life but at least he has learned that deeds are more important than words in doing so. But what is there to do about 'like father, like son'?
Price: $2.99 USD. 2220 words. Published on June 27, 2011. Fiction.
A grandfather may lament his misspent life but at least he has learned that deeds are more important than words in doing so. But what is there to do about 'like father, like son'?
Shadows of Love
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2450 words. Published on June 27, 2011. Fiction.
A short story of dependence, pain, loss and the dynamics between three people.
Price: $2.99 USD. 2450 words. Published on June 27, 2011. Fiction.
A short story of dependence, pain, loss and the dynamics between three people.
Things That Go Bump! In the 'Hood
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2890 words. Published on April 29, 2011. Fiction.
It's hard enough growing up in a world that sometimes makes no sense but when matters are complicated by voices inside and outside our head and unexpected visitors and their offerings start showing up then it's time to get back to where we once belonged. But will Nichole ever truly be able to go home again and will she want to?
Price: $2.99 USD. 2890 words. Published on April 29, 2011. Fiction.
It's hard enough growing up in a world that sometimes makes no sense but when matters are complicated by voices inside and outside our head and unexpected visitors and their offerings start showing up then it's time to get back to where we once belonged. But will Nichole ever truly be able to go home again and will she want to?
Yellow Mazda Roses
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2690 words. Published on April 24, 2011. Fiction.
Through the eyes of a child and parent, the passing of a loved one and the constancy of love.
Price: $2.99 USD. 2690 words. Published on April 24, 2011. Fiction.
Through the eyes of a child and parent, the passing of a loved one and the constancy of love.
Glimpses of Cuba
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 10150 words. Published on February 17, 2011. Nonfiction.
Experiences and adventures while traveling around Cuba for two weeks in February, 2011 - a day to day journal of activities in Habana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad and Valle de Vinales. Some candid observations on the people and conditions, some entertainment tips and some historical information to wrap it all up. Our second trip in three years; well worth the reading.
Price: $2.99 USD. 10150 words. Published on February 17, 2011. Nonfiction.
Experiences and adventures while traveling around Cuba for two weeks in February, 2011 - a day to day journal of activities in Habana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad and Valle de Vinales. Some candid observations on the people and conditions, some entertainment tips and some historical information to wrap it all up. Our second trip in three years; well worth the reading.
A Time and Place For Everything
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2430 words. Published on January 15, 2011. Fiction.
Communications over life's milestones can be difficult even for couples who have been together most of their lives. There is a time and place for everything but can it be found before time runs out?
Price: $2.99 USD. 2430 words. Published on January 15, 2011. Fiction.
Communications over life's milestones can be difficult even for couples who have been together most of their lives. There is a time and place for everything but can it be found before time runs out?
Sock Monkey's Accident
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $1.99 USD. 840 words. Published on January 15, 2011. Fiction.
(4.00 from 1 review)
A boy and his best friend have fun together at Grandma and Grandpa's place until they try to fly. Will they be alright? What will they try next time? Parent Advisory: This story contains specific instructions on how to perform CPR (Coronary Primate Resuscitation) on a sock monkey.
Price: $1.99 USD. 840 words. Published on January 15, 2011. Fiction.
(4.00 from 1 review) A boy and his best friend have fun together at Grandma and Grandpa's place until they try to fly. Will they be alright? What will they try next time? Parent Advisory: This story contains specific instructions on how to perform CPR (Coronary Primate Resuscitation) on a sock monkey.
Circles Within Circles - Camping and Travel In South Eastern British Columbia
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 3580 words. Published on January 14, 2011. Nonfiction.
Travelogue of several weeks through the southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada. Anyone interested in learning about the countryside, whether from North America or beyond, and especially avid travelers from Europe, will find this an interesting and informative romp through the famed wine country and historical settlements of pioneer and present times in Canada's Pacific Coast province.
Price: $2.99 USD. 3580 words. Published on January 14, 2011. Nonfiction.
Travelogue of several weeks through the southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada. Anyone interested in learning about the countryside, whether from North America or beyond, and especially avid travelers from Europe, will find this an interesting and informative romp through the famed wine country and historical settlements of pioneer and present times in Canada's Pacific Coast province.
Late One Night
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 1790 words. Published on December 14, 2010. Fiction.
A hitchhiker, late one night on the way home from work, encounters what she expects in a chance pick up ... at least from her point of view, she does.
Price: $2.99 USD. 1790 words. Published on December 14, 2010. Fiction.
A hitchhiker, late one night on the way home from work, encounters what she expects in a chance pick up ... at least from her point of view, she does.
Rosicrucians, Rabbits and Revelations
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2500 words. Published on September 9, 2010. Nonfiction.
Some insight into one of the darker occurrences in the lives of the boys of BCBD and how the effects of certain incidents can serve to mold young lives.
Price: $2.99 USD. 2500 words. Published on September 9, 2010. Nonfiction.
Some insight into one of the darker occurrences in the lives of the boys of BCBD and how the effects of certain incidents can serve to mold young lives.
Beached In the Barrens
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 1230 words. Published on September 9, 2010. Fiction.
A lounge-lubber falls in with a bad lot during Swiftsure Yacht Race celebrations in Victoria, BC, and finds himself the worse for seafaring and free-saying until he grasps for rescue through a famous personage. This story may reveal the origin of the term "Captain's Log". Low humour on the high seas by one even higher!
Price: $2.99 USD. 1230 words. Published on September 9, 2010. Fiction.
A lounge-lubber falls in with a bad lot during Swiftsure Yacht Race celebrations in Victoria, BC, and finds himself the worse for seafaring and free-saying until he grasps for rescue through a famous personage. This story may reveal the origin of the term "Captain's Log". Low humour on the high seas by one even higher!
Everywhere ... Faces
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2360 words. Published on September 9, 2010. Fiction.
Charles, a troubled adolescent, comes to realize a power higher than the demons, either real or imagined, that have plagued his life for what seemed an eternity. This is a story of growth and development of spirit and character.
Price: $2.99 USD. 2360 words. Published on September 9, 2010. Fiction.
Charles, a troubled adolescent, comes to realize a power higher than the demons, either real or imagined, that have plagued his life for what seemed an eternity. This is a story of growth and development of spirit and character.
Gecko Tales: The Road Trip - Adventures of Paiya The Lizard
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 1690 words. Published on June 10, 2010. Fiction.
The second book in this series of stories about a stowaway lizard from Cuba. An encounter with feral rabbits at a nearby university leads to more adventures for Paiya and his rat friends, Scribble, Puzzle and Daisy. Contemporary topic and reading for children aged seven to twelve.
Price: $2.99 USD. 1690 words. Published on June 10, 2010. Fiction.
The second book in this series of stories about a stowaway lizard from Cuba. An encounter with feral rabbits at a nearby university leads to more adventures for Paiya and his rat friends, Scribble, Puzzle and Daisy. Contemporary topic and reading for children aged seven to twelve.
Time On Their Hands
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 1860 words. Published on June 8, 2010. Fiction.
We all have our story to tell but for John Kelvin aka John Smith, it just seems to be getting harder. There must be someone who will listen ... seriously!
Price: $2.99 USD. 1860 words. Published on June 8, 2010. Fiction.
We all have our story to tell but for John Kelvin aka John Smith, it just seems to be getting harder. There must be someone who will listen ... seriously!
BCBD, Inc.: Elixir of Life, Missing November and Heaven's Rock
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 3150 words. Published on April 7, 2010. Fiction.
The boys of BCBD, Inc. are at it again! If you enjoyed their last antics in The Case of the Three Dollar Doughnuts, you will love reading this humorous romp about marketing to the masses and changing and making local legend and folklore as played out by a righteous band of high-spirited youths.
Price: $2.99 USD. 3150 words. Published on April 7, 2010. Fiction.
The boys of BCBD, Inc. are at it again! If you enjoyed their last antics in The Case of the Three Dollar Doughnuts, you will love reading this humorous romp about marketing to the masses and changing and making local legend and folklore as played out by a righteous band of high-spirited youths.
The Case of the Three Dollar Doughnuts and BCBD, Inc.
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 3640 words. Published on April 3, 2010. Fiction.
A story of youthful alliances, humor, justice, retribution and restoration.
Price: $2.99 USD. 3640 words. Published on April 3, 2010. Fiction.
A story of youthful alliances, humor, justice, retribution and restoration.
A Thousand Tiny Empathies
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2500 words. Published on March 30, 2010. Fiction.
An introspective session with a therapist unveils a theory of vicarious living and empathetic tragedies that may affect the lives of others.
Price: $2.99 USD. 2500 words. Published on March 30, 2010. Fiction.
An introspective session with a therapist unveils a theory of vicarious living and empathetic tragedies that may affect the lives of others.
A Medium Sized Brown Paper Shopping Bag
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2410 words. Published on March 26, 2010. Fiction.
Self esteem can be a fragile plant to grow but even under the harshest of circumstance there can be the strength of will to triumph over the most negative of situations. A young boy gains insight into the struggles of a classmate and learns a lesson about pride in self.
Price: $2.99 USD. 2410 words. Published on March 26, 2010. Fiction.
Self esteem can be a fragile plant to grow but even under the harshest of circumstance there can be the strength of will to triumph over the most negative of situations. A young boy gains insight into the struggles of a classmate and learns a lesson about pride in self.
Gecko Tales: Adventures of Paiya, the Little Lizzard
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 3220 words. Published on March 23, 2010. Fiction.
Paiya is discovered minding his own business in a jungle in Cuba but quickly his new adoptive family, their adventures and their other 'children' are to become his new business. Life is good for Paiya and his new family. This story is suitable for children of all ages. It is a delightful first in a series story for children.
Price: $2.99 USD. 3220 words. Published on March 23, 2010. Fiction.
Paiya is discovered minding his own business in a jungle in Cuba but quickly his new adoptive family, their adventures and their other 'children' are to become his new business. Life is good for Paiya and his new family. This story is suitable for children of all ages. It is a delightful first in a series story for children.
Yellow Point Epiphany
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 5560 words. Published on March 21, 2010. Fiction.
Searching for a solution to a problem involving human relationships and family dynamics, Tom and Ellen stumble on an insightful message in an exclusive, isolated resort. Is Wiccan, the ancient pagan branch of worship for nature and the change of seasons, the key? What if there were another way to approach life's relationships that might turn in a whole new perspective such as Celtic spirituality?
Price: $2.99 USD. 5560 words. Published on March 21, 2010. Fiction.
Searching for a solution to a problem involving human relationships and family dynamics, Tom and Ellen stumble on an insightful message in an exclusive, isolated resort. Is Wiccan, the ancient pagan branch of worship for nature and the change of seasons, the key? What if there were another way to approach life's relationships that might turn in a whole new perspective such as Celtic spirituality?
Ever Been To Mexico?
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2620 words. Published on March 19, 2010. Fiction.
If you need some excitement and an adrenaline boost, a little mystery may be just the ticket. You don't always have to go far away to some exotic land; it could be right in your own backyard. Let's have a look at what the neighbours are up to ... no harm in that, right?
Price: $2.99 USD. 2620 words. Published on March 19, 2010. Fiction.
If you need some excitement and an adrenaline boost, a little mystery may be just the ticket. You don't always have to go far away to some exotic land; it could be right in your own backyard. Let's have a look at what the neighbours are up to ... no harm in that, right?
Tears Hide and Time Fades
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 4270 words. Published on March 16, 2010. Nonfiction.
Life is about living and giving and, ultimately, about saying 'good-bye'. It is said that 'Time heals all wounds' and that may be true as we attempt to come to grips with the powers of our memories. Some will leave without ever saying 'good-bye' while others say 'good-bye' without ever really leaving. This is a story about one or the other.
Price: $2.99 USD. 4270 words. Published on March 16, 2010. Nonfiction.
Life is about living and giving and, ultimately, about saying 'good-bye'. It is said that 'Time heals all wounds' and that may be true as we attempt to come to grips with the powers of our memories. Some will leave without ever saying 'good-bye' while others say 'good-bye' without ever really leaving. This is a story about one or the other.
Becoming William
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 5220 words. Published on March 14, 2010. Fiction.
"Becoming William" is an exploration of events in one adolescent life that contribute to the formation of a personality growing from childhood to young adulthood.
Price: $2.99 USD. 5220 words. Published on March 14, 2010. Fiction.
"Becoming William" is an exploration of events in one adolescent life that contribute to the formation of a personality growing from childhood to young adulthood.
Stories From Grandmother's Knee
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 6900 words. Published on March 6, 2010. Fiction.
Three stories that contain events related from grandmother to grandson from one family's experience growing up in remote and primitive conditions on the southern Gulf Islands of British Columbia. Often humorous dynamics between parent and grown child and grandchild.
Price: $2.99 USD. 6900 words. Published on March 6, 2010. Fiction.
Three stories that contain events related from grandmother to grandson from one family's experience growing up in remote and primitive conditions on the southern Gulf Islands of British Columbia. Often humorous dynamics between parent and grown child and grandchild.
Feuilles de Noyer
by Robert Adair Wilson
Price: $2.99 USD. 2470 words. Published on March 6, 2010. Fiction.
“Feuilles de Noyer” grew from reminiscences and amalgamation of several ‘what ifs?’ I write to either exorcise angst or for sentimental entertainment and both desires are satisfied by this story. “Feuilles de Noyer” is an exploration of communication breakdown between individuals and how shared experiences can be remembered differently or not at all.
Price: $2.99 USD. 2470 words. Published on March 6, 2010. Fiction.
“Feuilles de Noyer” grew from reminiscences and amalgamation of several ‘what ifs?’ I write to either exorcise angst or for sentimental entertainment and both desires are satisfied by this story. “Feuilles de Noyer” is an exploration of communication breakdown between individuals and how shared experiences can be remembered differently or not at all.
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