Story Chat Digest Volume II grew out of the Story Chat online community, where writers and readers gather to share and discuss stories. This second volume presents a diverse international anthology of original short fiction by authors from across the globe.While many of the stories explore the drama of everyday life, the collection also includes science fiction, humor, and two reflective nonfiction pieces about the writing process. The stories are family-friendly in tone, though the themes speak to readers of all ages.Within these pages, you will meet characters who struggle bravely for love, face heartbreaking loss, and discover unexpected moments of hope. You may laugh at an older couple debating whether to book a nudist cruise, cheer for a mother and her autistic child as they overcome obstacles, or be reminded of childhood classics such as The Velveteen Rabbit and Toy Story.Each story includes discussion questions, making the book especially enjoyable for book clubs, classrooms, and writing groups.The writers who call themselves Story Chatters hope these stories will entertain you, inspire you, and perhaps spark conversations of your own. 266 pages