Abnormal Side Effects: An Anthology (Project B-Sides Book 1)

Suicide, depression, anxiety, bullying, PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), and more—these are just some of the abnormal side effects of life. We have warning labels on almost everything nowadays—almost . . . but not on life.Abnormal Side Effects is a collection of short stories and other works written by Robert J. S. T. McCartney. It also includes the never-before-released novelette, The Crystal Manor. Society tends to drown out many of these issues, considering them a lesser concern. Instead, it shoves the lives of celebrities in our faces, promotes unhealthy habits, pushes us down, and desensitizes us. Some individuals even tell those who are suicidal that they "should just kill themselves" and other absurdities.Many of the stories that follow address depression, family issues, trauma, bullying, and other topics that occur daily in our lives. While these issues may be taboo for people on the street, society often looks the other way and even goes as far as to shame and ostracize those who don't fit the definition of what we consider normal.Each tale presents a unique perspective to the reader. You will explore a glimpse of the many side effects one experiences in life—something that so many people do every day. Some narratives may be more disturbing than others as they navigate through the highs and lows, but this is simply a clinical study. Here, there are no consequences for your actions.Now... it's time to take a dose of reality.WARNING: Life is real.

About the Author

Born in MI, Robert J. S. T. McCartney likes to read and write about all things strange and bizarre. He draws his inspiration from his nightmares and dreams. His best friend, Al Debusschere helped inspire him to pursue writing after a life changing accident. His topics range from dealing with depression, PTSD, anxiety and more. His favorite genres are horror, fantasy, with dips in other genre swimming pools. He currently resides in Knoxville, TN with his wife and two kids.He is the author of the urban fantasy novel "Lilah's Guide to Hoyle," penned with his best friend Al Debusschere III. He also does web stories at abnormalpublishing.com; such as "The Diary of the Wasteland Bear God," "The Chronicles of Bob: The Chronic Suicidal and others.

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