Meet Author Heather Russell-Kay

There’s always room for wonder. 

Heather is a storyteller who believes that even in the hardest chapters, there’s room for wonder. Blending the magic of fairy tales with the truth of chronic illness, she writes to remind readers that every journey, no matter how heavy, holds hope, courage, and a touch of light. When she’s not writing, you can usually find her daydreaming about new worlds and dragons, finding quiet moments of peace in her own, and connecting with readers who believe that even the darkest stories can hold a little light.

Heather's book

ON AMAZON

What if the fairy tales you thought you knew were hiding secrets? In this collection, classic tales are twisted into stories of magic, shadow, and resilience. From kingdoms where hope must be fought for to forests where danger lurks around every corner, these stories explore the pain, the humour, and the unexpected strength that comes with living with chronic illness. Dark, whimsical, and heartfelt, this anthology will make you shiver, smile, and see happily-ever-after in an entirely new light.

All proceeds from this book are being donated to the MS Society, the MS Trust and Shift. MS, to help support those living with MS.

Magic, shadows, and the strength to endure.

Each tale carries its own magic — whimsical adventures, honest emotional journeys, and life lessons that resonate deeply. These magical short story collections are crafted to inspire, comfort, and help readers understand what life is like for someone living with chronic illness.

Whether you’re seeking uplifting fairy tales, stories about chronic illness, or inspirational fantasy stories, this collection blends fantasy and reality in a way that touches the heart. These short stories for adults with chronic illnesses celebrate courage, imagination, and the little miracles that make life meaningful, even in the most difficult times.

Perfect for readers who want to enjoy stories about coping with illness, heartwarming tales, and gain insight into the experiences of those living with chronic conditions. This book is a treasure for anyone looking to feel seen, inspired, and a little magical.

More about the author

Echoes of something wicked

 

A Lesson in Life by Rick Haynes

Displayed on the wall of my local pub

Rick Haynes

The following was sent from a mother-in-law to her new daughter.  It’s a rough guide to the battle of the sexes, apparently, and is displayed on the wall of my local pub.

As she said, it’s not meant to be taken seriously.

If Julie, Della and Susie go to lunch, they call each other, Julie, Della and Susie. But if, Tommy, David and Mikey go to lunch, they call each other, Toss-Pot, Ginger Knob and Numb-Nuts.

When the ladies receive the bill, the calculators come out. But when the boys decide to pay, they each put in a £20 note as they have nothing smaller and they’d never admit they want any change.

A woman would pay £5 for something she doesn’t really need. Whereas, a man would pay £6 for a £5 item he needs.

A man has about six items in the bathroom cabinet. Toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, aftershave, razor and shaving foam. The average number of items in a ladies’ bathroom is usually over 100. A man would not be able to guess what most of them were.

A woman always has the final word in an argument. Anything a man says afterwards is the start of a new argument.

Women love cats. Men say they do to ensure another argument doesn’t start.

A woman always worries about her future. A man only worries about the future once he’s married.

A successful man is one earning more money than his wife can spend. A successful woman is one finding such a man.

A woman marries a man expecting him to change but he rarely does. Whereas a man marrying a woman expects she will not change, but she does.

A woman will always dress up to go shopping, take the kids to school and visit friends. Her man will dress up for weddings and funerals.

Men will wake up looking reasonable. Their other half takes an hour in the bathroom to look the same but usually better.

Ladies have an in depth knowledge of their children. What they like, what they hate, their friends and social activities, even their dreams. Their partner has some vague idea of small noisy people running around the house.

Written by K.