Autumn Collection

The Autumn Collection is a stunning compilation of the best of Paul John Hausleben's novellas, novelettes, short stories, and even some poems, all of which have settings within the glorious autumn season. Some of your favorite old characters have returned, along with some new ones in an anthology of new stories, which include some Thanksgiving, and Halloween settings, mixed along with a ghost or two, a few mysterious characters, and a few other surprises!This book contains two of Mr. Hausleben's most famous short stories with inclusion of the award-winning short story, Red Wine and Autumn Memories and the short story consistently voted as one of the author's best works by his readers, Love in a Pumpkin.This collection also introduces the author's mysterious fantasy character with the first appearance of the Quiet Stranger in the Black Hat making his debut in the story, Eleven Sentences. This story also holds the honor of being one of the first stories ever penned by the author when he wrote the basic framework for the story when he was just seventeen years of age!Within the pages of this book, the reader will discover the magic of the author's humorous stories, along with Mr. Hausleben's usual touching, poignant, and descriptive glimpses at nostalgic times. The reader will also find some serious stories, an assortment of unforgettable and unusual characters, hilarious situations, and heart-warming touches here and there as only Paul John Hausleben can deliver. Words and stories that will warm your soul and touch your heart on a chilly autumn afternoon.The Autumn Collection is the perfect book to while away a quiet autumn afternoon, sitting on your porch with a backdrop of autumn color as you enjoy a hot cup of tea or coffee or a glass or two of red wine. No matter what time of year that the reader enjoys these stories, you will feel the touch of autumn in the year, the warmth of a crackling fire and hear the crackle of dried leaves in the air.Most of all, the stories will transport the reader into a world of fun, adventure, and another glimpse at simple times when people took time to enjoy life and each other in an entirely different manner than we tend to do now