Seven Deadly Sins

Envy can either drive us to be better or sink into self-pity and resentment. It can make us miserable and petty, or be the driving force behind positive change. From cavemen to immortals and ghosts to valedictorians, the characters of our stories know what it's like to want and not to have. How far will each one go to posses what they covet? The Seven Deadly Sins Anthology explores yet another deadly sin. Sixteen authors. Sixteen stories. One theme: Envy. This is the third volume in our series. Petrolhead by Teresa Bassett: Josh and Ricky have always been the best of friends-until an unexpected stroke of good fortune drives a fateful wedge between them. What's Yours is Mine by P.R. Blackburn: When a troubled young man seizes a new life for himself, all that remains is to get the girl. Between Stars by Embe Charpentier: When a young singer rises to stardom too fast, she soon realizes that envy can overtake her life and career. Caveman Carnage by Guy Cheston: Two cavemen form an uneasy alliance and lead their tribes in an attack on a one-eyed giant. Mike by Marko Davidovic: A young man reflects on his mistreatment of a friend in high school. I Wish by Joana Hill: When a girl's jealousy of her sister comes to a head, can magic save their relationship? Wind and Rain by Tamara Linden: An angry ghost relives the tragic events surrounding her death. German Cuisine by E.N. Loizis: Alex and Fiona are not just siblings, they're best friends-until Alex decides his happiness lies far away from home. Amb-Rose by Tonia Markou: It's aversion at first sight when Rob meets his new neighbor, who unintentionally brings out the worst in him. The Angel by Yvette O'Kay: When an immortal spirit falls in love with a mortal, only grief and suffering can follow. The Limits of an] Olive Branch] by Blake Parker: Olive Livingston is back, trying to juggle hottie Sebastian and a nasty rumour. Only as Directed by John Rickett: Forget diligence and patience-Emily needs a bright, wide smile now. The Selkie by Shannon Leigh Rivera: Young and curious, a selkie's envy of the land dwellers' passions pulls her ashore. Guardians by K.T. Stephens: Derek Ramsey must be gifted with a guardian during his final Seeker week. The alternative: tossed out of the kinclan with no hope for marriage-or an honorable life. Valedictorian, Smaledictorian by M.J. Travis: Controlled by insecurity, a high school valedictorian struggles with writing her commencement speech. The Envelope by Luke Winters: A white envelope flutters to the floor onto Sebastian Shaw's doormat. What is inside it could change his life. Forever.