Debut novel coming soon!

Jess Knaus: fantasy & sci-fi author

  • The glow at the end of the hallway

    The glow at the end of the hallway

    A short poem about the end of things.

  • Compulsion

    Compulsion

    All the stationery she could ever want was right in front of her. Would anyone notice…

  • Shadowlines

    Shadowlines

    I asked my Instagram followers to choose an image as inspiration for a short story and…

  • Rose’s Dilemma

    Rose’s Dilemma

    Rose has an unbelievable opportunity in front of her – but will she take it?

  • Curiosity

    Curiosity

    No one noticed it – except Simon. With the books his mother sends him he’s sure…

  • Evaded

    Evaded

    If she times it right, Lianne might just be able to do it – escape.

  • The Cue

    The Cue

    She’s one move away from freedom. Finally he’ll get what his arrogance deserves – a life…

  • The Dragon’s Spend

    The Dragon’s Spend

    The dragon must spend his golden hoard – but on what? This writing prompt was: write…

  • The Grief Quest

    The Grief Quest

    Nan has died and left behind a valuable possession – one that tests the bonds of…

  • An Agreement

    An Agreement

    The sulky housemate meets the authority figure it did not vote for – and loses.

  • Anita

    Anita

    After decades of gaslighting and manipulatuon, Anita has had enough.

  • Rai & Lilly

    Rai & Lilly

    A close friendship takes another step forward, with warmth and acceptance.