Welcome to Confabulation, our sixth magazine.
Confabulation, a literary anthology from the Wordbotherers collective, presents a haunting collection of short stories, poetry, and prose that delves into the darker aspects of the winter months. This debut issue features works that explore themes of loss, horror, and psychological suspense.
From Pat Barnett’s chilling tale of supernatural encounters in “Horror Photos” to Katya Marsh’s gripping story of a cursed silver knife in “The Knife,” each piece offers a unique perspective on the shadows that lurk beneath everyday life. The collection includes Lillian Bradbury’s poignant “The Field,” which touches on the lasting impact of war, and P.J.’s evocative poetry that captures both the melancholy and absurdity of modern life.
This anthology marks the first year of collaboration between these distinctive voices, each bringing their own style to the page. Whether exploring historical fiction, contemporary drama, or supernatural horror, these stories and poems challenge readers to look beyond the festive facade of winter and confront the complexities of human experience.
Perfect for readers who appreciate thoughtful, occasionally unsettling fiction and poetry that makes you think about things from a different perspective. As the editors note, “Sometimes this might be funny, but not always.”
Listen to our A.I. Podcast overview of Confabulation.
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Sources
[1] Number of Comments and SEO: What You Need to Know – Alli AI https://www.alliai.com/seo-ranking-factors/number-of-comments
[2] Does Allowing Comments on Your Site Help With SEO? | DAP https://www.digitalauthority.me/resources/seo-benefits-of-comments-sections/
[3] The Pros and Cons of Blog Comments [+ Does It Matter for SEO?] https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/blog-comments
[4] Evaluating the Impact of Comment Sections on SEO: An In-Depth … https://laninstarmarketing.blog/2024/10/18/evaluating-the-impact-of-comment-sections-on-seo-an-in-depth-guide-for-digital-marketers/
[5] Are Comments on Your Pages Good for SEO? – WebFX https://www.webfx.com/seo/learn/blog-comments-seo/
[6] Blog Comments And SEO: Decoding The Impact On Your Website https://www.smartsites.com/blog/blog-comments-and-seo-decoding-the-impact-on-your-website/
[7] Google On The SEO Value Of User Comments On Websites https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-on-the-seo-value-of-user-comments-on-websites/438870/
[8] Do blog comments boost SEO? The pros and cons – SISTRIX https://www.sistrix.com/ask-sistrix/onpage-optimisation/do-blog-comments-help-boost-seo-the-pros-and-cons-of-comment-sections/
[9] Blog Commenting and SEO: Top Tips and Mistakes to Avoid https://neilpatel.com/blog/blog-commenting/
[10] To Allow Blog Comments or Not? Here’s What the Data Shows https://optinmonster.com/to-allow-blog-comments-or-not-heres-what-the-data-shows/
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