“Time”
“Time” Frank always made sure he got the latest gadget, the newest technology. He used to tell everyone, “I was born too early.” Born on a hot summer day in 1955, he had seen a lot—the evolution of cars, the telephone, airplanes, the first home computer and the birth of so much more. He often […]
“The Eye”
“THE EYE” Dr. Charles Howard, a renowned infectious disease specialist, hunched over his microscope. He had seen countless samples in his career, but today… something was different. A smear from the hospital revealed an entirely new strain of bacteria. The patients weren’t dying — just waves of nausea, cramping, and diarrhea. But the lab had […]
“The Barrette”
“The Barrette” She never cared for Halloween.While others wore costumes and drank at parties, she stayed home — no masks, no pumpkins, no make-believe. She was the manager of Crescent Grill, a little restaurant in the shopping center, and work was always excuse enough. But this year, October 31st would not be so easily ignored. […]
“The Park”
“The Park” Jane slipped into her Sunday summer dress, just as she had every Sunday morning for decades. She was meeting her three best friends at the park, where they would spend six hours playing bridge and soaking up the sun. It was more than a ritual — it was their religion. For forty-two years […]
Fiction on the Edge “The Podcast” Episode 3
Episode 3 – Exploring the Genres: Spotlight on Science Fiction In this episode, we shift gears from storytelling to story structure — diving into the vast world of fiction genres. From suspense to satire, fiction wears many masks — but today, we’re zeroing in on one of the most imaginative and thought-provoking of them all: […]
“The Bag”
“The Bag” It was a typical morning for Henry James. He was up by 5:00 a.m., dressed by 5:30, and out the door. His life wasn’t going quite as he had always envisioned. Just last month, he had been laid off from a job he’d held for more than thirteen years. His boss said it […]
Edge Tales “The Elevator”
“The Elevator” It was after hours when Janine, the office cleaner, stepped into the lobby elevator. She pressed the button for the top floor. ]The building was quiet that night—too quiet. The elevator began to rise, but the panel lights began to flicker, and then froze on floor 11. The doors slid open—not to the […]
Core Fall Chapter One
Enjoy this special excerpt from Core Fall. To continue the journey, grab the full story at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or right here on FictionOnTheEdge.com.
“Sand on the Beach”
“For James Harper, Bermuda’s pink sands would remain a dream. What awaited was a carousel of fear.”
Fiction on the Edge: The Podcast – Episode 1
Step into a universe where creativity has no boundaries. Fiction on the Edge – THE PODCAST is the official show from author Barrie Carter, bringing you original stories, bold ideas, and immersive journeys across science fiction, mystery, and beyond. In each episode, listeners are invited to explore worlds where imagination collides with reality — from […]