Publisher's Synopsis
This is the definitive version of Past, Future, Tense, a compilation of short stories by the master of suspense, Matthew Martinelli. These 14 tales, ranging from horror, thriller, supernatural, and science fiction, will leave you mesmerized as they surprise you with their fateful twists. This second edition contains one new story and the original thirteen stories. Each story has been edited to increase the suspense and surprises.The 14 tales, spanning the years 1978 to 2644, include: ............................................................................................................................................................................... The Showdown: Angel Junipero wonders if killing is a respectable profession. In this Honorable Mention recipient in the L. Ron Hubbard Writers of the Future contest, Angel, blessed with God-given skill using a blaster, has to decide if there are some scumbags that deserve to die. .................................................................................................................................... A Quick Bite: This trip to the dentist will only take a minute to read, but will make you wonder why having a toothache is really a pain in the neck. ...................................................................................................................................... Erutuf Film: Bill Stynes's luck is about to change when he inserts Erutuf Film into his camera. Will the film's magic be enough to gain the affection of the girl of his dreams? ............................................................................................................................................................................ The above three stories along with the eleven others will capture your imagination and are sure to be memorable for years to come.
