The beauty of short stories lies in their ability to capture these fleeting yet profound glimpses of emotion that reveal our shared humanity. It's like a handcrafted chocolate truffle: devoured in moments, but its richness lingers.

Here's how my stories are organised by word count:

Micro fiction: Up to 500 words

Flash fiction: Up to 1000 words

Short stories: Up to 5,000 words

I'm an economist-turned-author, German-born and London-based. I recently experienced the pleasure — and pain — of finishing my debut novel, Pentimenti: What We Paint Over.

After that demanding voyage, I now find myself returning to the precise art of short fiction, where every word must earn its place.

I'd love to hear from you! Whether it's a quick reaction ("this reminded me of...") or a deeper reflection on how a story resonated with you, your thoughts will help make this a true conversation about storytelling.

You can also find me under Authentically Yours on Substack.