Echoes of the Aether and Other Stories by Cydney Bergdorf is an intriguing collection of science fiction stories and excerpts that explore the uncharted territories of the human psyche and the unknown expanses of the universe. This anthology brings together stories filled with mystery, adventure, and profound insights, offering readers a diverse palette of narratives that will keep them on the edge of their seats. The collection opens with "The Mysterious Noise in Kurleigh". With a sense of responsibility that surpasses her youth, Fern investigates the cause of a distressing noise in the forest she calls home, leading to confrontation with hidden adversaries. In "Echoes of the Aether", an excerpt of a larger retelling of religious history, Rabbi Miriam Chosek confronts High Priestess Selene at the annual world religion conference where she discovers information that challenges her desire to settle her personal vendetta. "The Monitors" excerpt introduces readers to a seemingly mundane bakery staff member, Suki Dusek, through her journey from death on Earth to her original alien form on her home planet where her life becomes embroiled in the tumultuous fate of the entire solar system. Cydney Bergdorf is a Social and Political Science Fiction Comics Writer and Illustrator. She is earning a BFA in Creative Writing from Full Sail University where she is a member of the university's Creative Writing Club. Her illustration style is heavily influenced by her 8-year-long career as a tattoo artist. Her writing and illustrations can be found on her various social media accounts and website:Instagram: @cydney.writes & @cydneytattoos
