The Athenaeum's Index Of Fiction

Aunt Charlotte by Robin Alexander     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 28 pages | Finished | Nov-05 Cast: Tracy, Payton, Charlotte
Ever doubt your own sanity? Tracy Hoyt never did, until she visited the quaint town of Altoona. A strange conversation leads Tracy to the love of her life, and to other things that are not so sweet.
Hello Robin,This is a great story, please tell me that there will be a sequel . . . - Cindy - Dec 10th, 2005    i love this story, please plaese a sequel.... - grace faith - Feb 6th, 2006    There are a lot of twists in this story. Aunt Charlotte is a great character. i'd like to read more about Peyton and Tracy. They're a good couple. - Lyn B - May-26-2011    loved this story great characters especialy aunt charlotte it is just begging for a sequel well done - chippy - Jun-27-2012    This one definitely needs a sequel. Talk about an abrupt ending, one that leaves this reader saying no freaking way. Great short story, although the ending is very abrupt. - Stacia - Mar-26-2014

Camping With The Klutz's by Robin Alexander     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Humor | Very Short Story - 6 pages | Finished | Cast: Aleta, Thorie, Christy Part 2 of the Klutz Series Series List: Match Made In Heaven, Camping With The Klutz's
This short story is a continuation of the bumbling adventures of Christy and Donna.
I had tears running down my cheeks....I love this author! - Shawn - Sep 23rd, 2004    I had tears running down my cheeks....I love this author! - Shawn - Sep 23rd, 2004    Anyone, well I should say most of us can relate to these two! Great stories, now put pen to paper and burn rubber Robin! - Deb - Oct 20th, 2004    this story had me laughing at 4 in the morning. good one ms alexander! - Anonymous - May-20-2011    this story had me laughing at 4 in the morning. good one ms alexander! - Anonymous - May-20-2011    This is absolutely hilarious. A definite must read for everybody, especially those who have had a bad day. - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Death of a Hunter by Robin Alexander     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Humor | Very Short Story - 7 pages | Finished | Feb-05 Cast: Brette, Tanya, Candice, Arlene, Chantal
PWPish. Brette lives for one night stands, until she meets a woman who makes her want to change her ways. The second half of the story is just my sick sense of humor running rampant.
Mizz Alexander has king-sized gonads of steel. If you were born and raised south of the Mason-Dixon line, you might not enjoy this little ditty; however, if you want a good, hearty, abdominal-cramping laugh then by all means, have at it! - Cousin It - - Mar 1st, 2005    Just wanted to say that i really dont know what to say. Will not read it again but will definitely remember it....good one :) - Micah - Jul-04-2012    Only read the secnd part if you want to laugh, hard. - Anonymous - Feb-15-2015

Forever and Always by Robin Alexander     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Drama | Very Short Story - 8 pages | Finished | Mar-07
While renovating an old home two women come upon a mysterious find, a simple wooden box. The secrets hidden within are timeless and prove that love is everlasting.
This is a very well written story. Powerful and poignant. Excellent. - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Forgiven by Robin Alexander     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Vignette | Very Short Story - 2 pages | Finished | Feb-05
This is a short story depicting the inner turmoil of a woman returning to her unfaithful lover.
It is so well written that I can feel the emotions, pain, betrayel, uncertainty..so many questions but afraid to ask...I wonder if they will indeed survive. Maybe a sequel can answer the question?Exellent work!! - patty - Mar 3rd, 2005    Very powerful and thought provoking story. It's intense and makes you wonder how you would respond in the same situation. Good - Lyn B - May-26-2011    thought provoking - Anonymous - Jul-05-2012    A lot of emotions packed into this very short piece. - Micah - Aug-08-2012

Gloria's Inn by Robin Alexander     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novella - 93 pages | Finished | Cast: Adrienne, Shelby, Myra, Iris, Denise, Roslyn, Leigh, Billy, Chris, Colie, Brandon, Lacey, Madyson Links: The Academy Of Bards
Kudos! This was a great summer read, I hope to see more from this author. Very well done. - Carrie - Jul 27th, 2004    I love Gloria's Inn!It's wonderfully written and the writer has a great sense of humour. I hope to see more from this writer. Well Done Robin!!! - Sheri (the other twin) - Aug 9th, 2004    Interesting tale, colorful characters, and a delightful sense of humor add up to a very, very enjoyable read. (an 8 out of 10). "I had found something that always helped raise my spirits. Xena! I did my best imitation of my TV heroineÆs battle cry, which sounded like a chicken caught in a fan. Watching that long legged beauty kick the crap out of someone always cheered me up."How can you not love that? :) Thank you Robin! - Chris - Aug 13th, 2004    got to make another one it was great and funny and so beautiful... please another one!!!... - Anonymous - Jun-11-2008    got to make another one it was great and funny and so beautiful... please another one!!!... - Anonymous - Jun-11-2008    a wonderful read. Thank you. - Anonymous - Jun-22-2008    Best story I've read in a long time! Everything was perfect! When I was only on the 3rd chapter I was already looking on the author scrolls for a sequel. And now that I've finished it I want a sequel even more!!! - Raf_51 - May-20-2010    I enjoyed this, particularly the humor. - Anonymous - Sep-08-2010    Very cute read,supporting characters are wonderful. If you like it, by Gloria's Secret. It's the Sequal and worth it. Except she changes the look of the main character's. - cpo - Sep-30-2010    I have read this many times, and each time I read it I find something new that I love about it. I saw another person who recommended it say there was a sequel called Glorias Secret but I have looked everywhere for it and cant seem to find it. Does it exist? and if so, where is it? - pickles - Nov-18-2010    Very good tale. Really enjoyed it. Would love to see a sequel. - colorado fan - Apr-02-2011    Enjoyed it a lot :) Loved first guests at the Inn ;) Good job. - Anonymous - Jun-10-2011    I have discovered that this is the first in a trilogy which is now published by intaglio publications and can be found on amazon. The others books are just as enjoyable and move their lives forward at the Inn. - Mazaet - Mar-24-2014    From the first word, I was pulled into this delightful tale. For those wanting a mystery wrapped in a slow burning love story that heats up right when the action does, this is a must read. Oh and don't forget the frisky lesbians - what a group of characters! - Stacia - Mar-26-2014    Really good story x - SD - Sep-01-2015

Life Worth Repeating (A) by Robin Alexander     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Drama | Short Story - 17 pages | Finished | Oct-06
Ever wish you could go back in time and do things all over again? Skye got that opportunity and discovered that even the smallest changes can make a world of difference.
really good - readinglori - Jan-05-2011    Good story. I enjoyed how it unfolded and the twist in the final line. Well worth reading:-) - Lyn B - May-26-2011    Ever sit at the knee of a great story teller? Here's a brief, but very well told story, that will take you there. Wonderful read! - Justme - Aug-24-2011    Perfect. - Nemo et Nihil - Sep-30-2012    Wow, I was not prepared for the ending but after reading it, it definitely makes sense! Fantastic short story. - Stacia - Mar-26-2014

Match Made In Heaven by Robin Alexander     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Very Short Story - 6 pages | Finished | Aug-04 Cast: Aleta, Christy Honors/Awards:  #96 in 2004     Part 1 of the Klutz Series Series List: Match Made In Heaven, Camping With The Klutz's
Not all accidents end in disaster...as Christy finds out in this cute little tale.
OH was this one fun -- I enjoyed it muchly - Linda - Aug 29th, 2004    I love the humor in all of your stories, you inject just the right amount. Great story - keep up the good work. - Paula S. - Sep 7th, 2004    Hilarious. It's so well written. You can visualize every incident. A must read for anyone who has had a bad day and needs a pick me up. Everyone else should read it because it's excellent:-) - Lyn B - May-26-2011    Wahahahaa, what a cute idea for a story! Definitely read if you're in the mood for a laugh. - Stacia - Mar-26-2014

Mistake Number... by Robin Alexander     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Vignette | Very Short Story - 2 pages | Finished | Aug-04
A short tale of what might have been...

Murky Waters by Robin Alexander     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novella - 74 pages | Finished | Cast: Claire, Tristan, Lucy, Cam, Mike, Ralph Links: The Academy Of Bards
A beautiful story.The characters are well developed and believable. It sucks you in from the get go. The twist of fate near the end clinches it for me. I hope to see more from this writer. Very well done. - Califa - Apr 22nd, 2004    omg love it nice twist hope may be for a second but that my f*** this one up... love it - Anonymous - Jul-12-2008    I so didn't see it coming! Great stoy, totally recomend it! - Raf_51 - May-22-2010    wow - what a twist. like another said above, I didn't see it coming either. Great story. Highly recommended. I've really enjoyed this fantastic author. - colorado fan - Apr-03-2011    Really enjoyed this one my god didnt see that twist coming xx - SD - Aug-04-2015

Running Away by Robin Alexander     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Very Short Story - 6 pages | Finished | Dec-04 Cast: Alexander, Robin
This short story is about one woman's desire to step off into the unknown and live the life she only dares to dream of.
Bittersweet story. Very well written. The story encapsulates so much emotion in a few pages. It left me feeling reflective. - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Tales of Grass and Woe by Robin Alexander     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 10 pages | Unfinished | Aug-05 Cast: Kathy
This is a new series of short stories that allow me to pick on my favorite authors and friends. The story centers around two rival lawn care companies. The customers are a colorful group that I'm sure most of you will recognize.