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Expecting the Unexpected
Paperback
Publisher Price: $12.95
Publisher: Sligo Creek Publishing Company
Published: Jul 14 2025
Pages: 98
Weight: 0.27
Height: 0.20 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Compelling Short Stories from a Life Fully Lived
Expecting the Unexpected is a rich collection of short stories by B.B. Riefner - a WWII combat veteran, former high school teacher, and lifelong world traveler. These stories reflect decades of experience, observation, and insight into the surprising, ironic, and deeply human moments that shape our lives.
Written with clarity, wisdom, and quiet emotional power, Riefner's fiction captures the unexpected turns of fate with grace and authenticity.
- Literary Short Story Collection
- A compelling book of fiction exploring life's surprises, human nature, and unexpected moments.
- By B.B. Riefner
- WWII combat veteran, longtime educator, and world traveler now living a contemplative life in Rockville, Maryland.
- Mature & Insightful Voice
- Stories shaped by a lifetime of teaching, travel, and reflection on the human condition.
- Perfect for Thoughtful Readers & Gifting
- Ideal for fans of literary fiction, short stories, and character-driven narratives. A meaningful gift for readers who enjoy mature, reflective storytelling.
- From Sligo Creek Publishing
- A beautifully crafted 96-page paperback collection.
About the Author
B.B. Riefner is a published author of novels and short stories. A WWII combat veteran and former high school teacher, he has traveled extensively and continues to write with a deep appreciation for human universals and the unexpected turns of life. He lives with his wife in Rockville, Maryland.
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