J.B. Wagner

In the city of Bavi, De seeks more than freedom. Abandoned at birth, she doubts her worth. The healing power she offers the Queen defines her, but when she makes a mistake and it fails, she’s declared worthless. As Chalcedonai teeters on the brink of war between Khos and Ohr, De seeks redemption.

Pilgrim is one of the Anointed, and the Lodestone has always kept her safe. She trusts in its power, but she does not want the life her mother lived. Her father, the King of Bavi, wishes to leave his throne to her—she doesn’t want that either.

As the hidden motives of her estranged father emerge, Faith's loyalty is tested, torn between her father and the neighbor who sheltered her. In a community on the brink, secrets blur the lines between trust and betrayal, challenging Faith's understanding of family, friendship, and self.

In the wake of her encounters with a mysterious neighbor...Haunted by her past and the belief she once held, Faith embarks on a quest for redemption in "Forget the Wolves."

In the unforgiving wilderness, Faith, a young widow, carries the weight of her past sins.

What would Grandma say if she knew seventy years from now a robot would be making your cinnamon rolls? Can a robot prepare cinnamon rolls like Grandma did? Will they even taste the same if they're made without her love? Find out in this science fiction short story by J.B. Wagner.