I write stories that slip beneath the surface and leave an impression. My work often explores quiet moments, internal shifts, and the strange or tender intersections of ordinary life.

What I Write

• Short Stories: Character-driven fiction with emotional depth and attention to language.
• Genres & Styles: Contemporary fiction & Mystery

Themes I Explore

My fiction often touches on memory, identity, isolation, connection, and the beauty of small, meaningful details.

Read My Work

Published Stories:

https://sydneyschlegel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/bound-for-error-.pdf

Selected Samples:

https://sydneyschlegel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/the-bookstore-draft-2.pdf

https://sydneyschlegel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/a-daughters-grief-current-revision.pdf