Breakfast & Other Journeys We Take
Report an issue
Tell us what's wrong and we'll take a look.
Thanks – we got it. We'll review and follow up if needed.
Nine contemporary realism stories to remind you every day is a journey, of consequence or not is up to you. Taking those everyday moments and enjoying them, being scared by them, suffering through them. Take a walk to the edge of a chasm. Trudge through the dunes at dawn. Listen to the chirping of birds. Endure the flash of lightning in a storm. Stand at the top of a lighthouse and wonder if it will crumble underneath you.
Or step on a Lego.
David Payne
David is a father, writer, streamer.
With the support of his partner and children, David has been creating stories daily since late 2021. He loves exploring writing topics on his Twitch stream. Outside of writing, he plays a semi-aggressive game of Magic, enjoys relaxing with Dwarf Fortress and Stardew Valley, and reads each night to his partner, Kelly. He dreams of the ocean, and looks forward to living near it someday.
David has released two collections of short stories: Anthropods (July, 2025) and Breakfast & Other Journeys We Take (Nov, 2024). Additionally, "Wraith and Specter" appeared in Future's Lens (Jan 2023) and "Escape and Transform" appeared in Reality's Lens (May 2023). "Tapping at the Door" appeared in Adventures Issue 8 (Sept 2023). "Invasive Species" appeared in Warped Lens (Sept 2023).
David loves to inspire others to write, and encourages positivity and celebrates all wins, regardless of size.
Links:
telinartho.wordpress.com
Twitch.tv/telinartho
Mas.to/@telinartho
Bsky.app/profile/telinartho.bsky.social
Facebook.com/TelinArtho
More by David Payne
Why Readwise Books?
Readwise Books is an ebook & audiobook platform that automatically logs how much you and your friends read, making it fun and easy to read more. Learn more →