Loss in one’s life is inevitable. The loss of a relationship. The loss of a job. The loss of a loved one. It is how one reacts to loss that defines them.

Come explore thirteen varied stories involving loss. But beware of that dark figure lurking in the shadows!

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Paperback (ISBN – 979-8-9878274-2-0)
Kindle eBook (ISBN – 979-8-9878274-3-7)

Editorial Reviews

Mr. Forward & Other Tails of Loss is a well-crafted and engaging collection that offers a mix of emotional depth and imaginative storytelling. With its recurring characters and carefully constructed narratives, it provides readers with a compelling exploration of the many dimensions of loss and the ways we find meaning in it. Herkert’s anthology will appeal to fans of character-driven fiction and those who appreciate stories that blend the everyday with the extraordinary.”

-BookViral READ FULL REVIEW HERE

“Mr. Forward & Other Tails of Loss by Eric Herkert is an anthology of short stories that offers a mixed bag of hard times, surprises, and the supernatural…Mr. Forward & Other Tails of Loss delivers a chilling cornucopia of stories. Eric Herkert’s wild imagination is on full display, and his wonderfully textured, atmospheric writing keeps readers hooked, and occasionally sleeping with their lights on…Overall, this is a must-read for fans of dark fiction. Very highly recommended.”

-Reader’s Favorite (5 Star Review) READ FULL REVIEW HERE

“An inventive and sometimes disturbing collection of stories, Mr Forward & Other Tails of Loss by Eric Herkert is a surreal plunge into the bizarre connections of ordinary lives. An innocent family’s cursed day of the week, disappearing doctor’s offices, a devilish puppeteer of mischief and murder, and the secret schemes of cats – homicidal, telepathic, and otherwise – make this a wild and genre-bending web of off-kilter storytelling. Exploring the casual desperation of solitude and the lingering effects of loss, this neatly curated collection is alternately profound and chilling, for a wholly original work of literary short fiction.”

-Self-Publishing Review, ★★★★ READ FULL REVIEW HERE

“[E]ach character has a voice that’s distinctive, and each story has a specific mood and tone. Herkert also ably transports readers into the puzzle of who Mr Forward really is and what he wants from humankind. Thirteen…compelling…tales of death and sharp, pointy teeth.”

-Kirkus Reviews READ FULL REVIEW HERE

“Mr. Forward & Other Tails of Loss is a chilling anthology where themes of grief and survival intertwine with lurking horrors, pulling readers into a web of interconnected stories that build to a stunning and unforgettable conclusion.”

-NewInBooks