The Reader’s ApÔeritif is exactly as it sounds -- a wonderful introduction to prepare you for something bigger yet to come. Author Thaine Chase has once again reached into his wonderful bag of flash fiction & short stories and filled this tiny plate with just enough wonderful narratives to get us excited about his other works -- a literary 'Tapas' if you will. Spanning a number of genres and some housing completely unexpected endings and twists, this petite collection of ten stories is the perfect amuse-bouche for any reader who loves the simple art of storytelling and is looking for a casual, easy, and speedy read. The Reader’s ApÔeritif is written by an author who really cares about the relationship between reader and the storyteller.