Modern Mimics: An Anthology
Modern Mimics is a collection of short stories set in a modern-day fantasy world. All stories focus on the amazing magical shape-shifting animals, mimics, in a variety of different situations. From strays to pampered pets, every mimic is a unique creature with its own distinct personality.
The Roundabout
A very cheeky mimic plays pranks on drivers passing by a roundabout.
Pepper
A large and untrained mimic named Pepper finds herself reaching the end of her owner’s patience.
Contains descriptions of animal abuse.
The New People
A mimic living in an abandoned house opens its heart to the idea of new owners.
Silly Little Vacuum
A roomba-shaped mimic has a good time.
Behind the Diner
A very large, very loyal mimic named Rusty will do anything to protect the teenage girl who cares for it.
Contains descriptions of violence and animal injury.
Ticklish
A giant gazebo-shaped mimic is witness to a young couple’s proposal.
A Very Committed Shopping Trolley
A prideful mimic is determined to keep up its imitation of a shopping trolley; even when it is picked up by a teenage boy looking for a thrill.
Contains descriptions of injury.
The Garbage Bin
A mimic who likes to steal from picnickers thinks it has learnt a very smart trick for getting food.
Nursery Mimics
No creature is safer than a baby trusted in the maw of a nursery mimic.
Frisbee and the Vacuum
A protective and brave mimic defends her owner from the scariest monster of all: the vacuum.