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Hey Story Lovers, here's a new tale for you to dive into...

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I've been busy, busy, busy, writing away while I take a break from the podcasting life.  Here's my newest short story...  The Job  In the heart of the city's courthouse district, a seasoned hitman named Phil Summers sits quietly in a café, meticulously planning his next job: a seemingly straightforward hit on two men sitting outside. But as Phil scans the room and prepares to strike, unexpected complications arise—a familiar face from his past, a sudden shift in the atmosphere, and the presence of unknown players—all threatening to unravel his carefully crafted plan. With danger closing in from every angle, Phil must navigate a web of unpredictability where even the smallest misstep could mean his last. Read the story here. 
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Two new short stories to read

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 Hi Friends,  It's been a while since I shared a short story on this blog, but I've been hard at work on other creative projects for the past few years, including my 2nd book "Life is a Road", starting work on my first novel, and my first podcast, "My Movie Story."  As I get back into the creative fiction writing groove, I'll be aiming to release a new short story every 1-2 weeks. Check out my latest two offerings;  Fourteen-year-old Alex, an autistic boy with a passion for building and flying drones, accidentally witnesses a brutal murder through the live feed of his homemade drone. As the killers close in on him, Alex must use his wits, tech skills, and a hidden arsenal of gadgets to outsmart them, all while silently navigating the terrifying reality that has invaded his once-safe world. With his life and his mother’s at stake, Alex becomes the unlikely hero of a chilling cat-and-mouse game, revealing that sometimes the quietest among us hold the great...
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Welcome to Brian's Shorts

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Spend some time in my Shorts! Try them on for size! Just don't steal them! Confused? I'm referring to my short stories, not my half-sized pants...if that's what you were thinking? ;-) I'm an aspiring novelist, and in between bigger projects or drafts, I like to punch out a short story or two. Read the ones I've written so far, which haven't been published as yet - I'm just sharing them online with friends and family. But if they get published one day, remember you knew Brian's Shorts before they were famous! Enjoy Brian McAleer 
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