That’s Fair

Description: A collection of poetry from the perspective of a fatalistic young woman. The author grapples with topics such as a series of bad romances, anticipated sudden loss, and living in the aftermath of tragedy.

Editorial Review: “Marked by streaks of sadness and self-reflection, That’s Fair by Elizabeth Decker-Benjamin is a powerful collection of deeply vulnerable poetry. From the brilliant stream of thought in “None of Us Want to Be Here” to the lyrical agony of “Sometimes,” these pieces vary widely in form, intensity, subject, and style, demonstrating an impressive breadth of poetic flexibility. Some of the more prose-leaning moments lack the creative grace of the pure verse pieces, but these weak points are few and far between. The illustrations and sketches are unique as well, making this is a strong work of poetry from a voice that is sometimes raw and unpolished, but always resonant with emotion.” Self-Publishing Review, ★★★★

The Evil in the Swamp

Description:

What happens when a simple choice has grave consequences? In the swamps of the northeast region of Sheiphia, young Stüm Dümplin finds himself stranded and on the verge of freezing to death. While berating himself over his own folly, he is offered a hand by a mysterious stranger. Join Stüm in navigating this chilling encounter with the evil in the swamp.

Editorial Review:

“A chilling novella born from the backstory of a tabletop game character, The Evil in the Swamp by Elizabeth Decker-Benjamin is a quick plunge into adventure horror and fantasy folklore. A young Steam Visala named Stüm Dümplin, the child of a djinn, recounts his story of the manipulative vampires and shadowy fiends that attacked his hamlet. In a world of mythical terrors and magical dangers on every side, this is one young boy’s heroic tale of hard-won lessons and bittersweet survival. Told evocatively through Decker-Benjamin’s moody first-person narration, this vampire-infected world feels acutely ominous, as if potential danger lurks with every turn of the page.” Self-Publishing Review, ★★★★