From the imagination of USA Today bestselling author Anthea Sharp comes five modern-set short stories filled with action, whimsy and a touch of the fantastical.

NO FREE LUNCH - The flip of a coin can make all the difference in the world.

VIRTUAL HERO - When reality gets dangerous, a hardcore gamer must save the day.

GROUNDS FOR DISMISSAL - A new barista gets a hard lesson in quality control.

REAL CHALLENGE - Sometimes, when you lose, you win.

ICE IN D MINOR - Hope for the future can be found in the most unlikely places.

Select Reviews*: "Simple and haunting." Book Lover Reviews (Ice in D Minor)*

"Very clever." - David MacPherson (Grounds for Dismissal)

"Powerful...a truly chilling story." - The Mysterious Amazon Customer (Virtual Hero)

"Quite brilliant." - Stephen Hurt (Real Challenge)