"Ren Ellis's Confirm Humanity and Other Stories is a collection...filled with questions, intrigue, tears, and hope. Ranging from familiar to fantastical, the settings and the characters are diverse. Readers will definitely enjoy the eclectic and fantastical stories in Ren Ellis's Confirm Humanity and Other Stories, and the collection's element of humanity will hit home, reminding us of the pivotal moments that define us." -Readers' Favorite ★★★★★

“Confirm Humanity and Other Stories” is a collection of twelve short stories by Ren Ellis. Primarily comprised of speculative fiction stories, this collection ranges from slice-of-life to the supernatural and beyond. Genres include:

Climate-change fiction
Fairytale retellings
Contemporary fiction
Paranormal
Science fantasy
Dystopian

This collection uses imaginary tales as a lens through which to see the very real threats and struggles of our time.

Extreme flooding and Venice-like canals reshape the famous city of Paris in “Deluge.” The fairytale stepmother casts new light on old tales in “The Stepmother’s Story.” Monsters meet the Marie Kondo method in “Monsters Welcome.” Other stories explore the paranormal world of "Red Rain"; the cosmic courses of "The Time Garden", "The Welkin Tree" and "Winter's Last Breath"; the dystopian worlds of "Life" and "Recycled"; and cycles of hardship and hope that will resonate with adults of all ages.

Author Bio:

Ren Ellis is an author addicted to tea, dresses, and fantastical places. When residing in the real world, she lives in her hometown of Nashville, TN. She is the author of the young adult dystopian novel Deleted Dreams and the short story collection "Confirm Humanity and Other Stories.” Keep up with Ren's writing adventures on social media @WriterRenEllis and at http://renellis.me.

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