Stay Awhile; Scenes from Temecula Valley, Book 1 of a two-volume set, is a collection of captivating short stories that share the common theme of the picturesque Southern Californian valley. Encompassing a riveting variety of genres, this anthology sings with full-color illustrations, each commissioned from a regional artist to complement the stories. A collaborative labor of love by local authors and artists, this inviting collection deserves to be savored - like a full-bodied glass from Temecula's famed wine country!

Included are fifteen short stories, two poems, and eighteen color works of art. Genres found inside comprise historical fiction, contemporary, ghost, romance, mystery, suspense, fantasy, and science fiction - plus a foreword by Jonathan Maberry. The incredible art spans all media - from gorgeous oil and acrylic paintings to delicate watercolor and from pencil / ink to digital forms.

Published by Temecula Valley Writers and Illustrators - a non-profit dedicated to uplifting and connecting the creatives of Temecula Valley, Southern California, and everywhere - this beautiful edition will inspire and delight your senses. We sincerely hope you enjoy it and look up all our author and illustrator contributors to see what they are up to next!

Please note that all proceeds are rolled back into the organization to fund projects across the arts and literature spectrum.