UNEARTHING THE FICTION HOUSE
An Archeo-apologist's archiving of the publishing home to some of America's most noted writers and notorious characters of the past two centuries.-
Raji Singh
The Novel: Tales of the Fiction House by Raji Singh
Shelva Fiction by Mark Rogers
The Seasons of My Giving Back, By Mark Rogers
Captain Polly’s Lore of the Lindian Woods
Captain Polly, the Mark Twain of the creature world, launches into fables.
Seeds of Vengeance, by Mark Rogers
Categories
Blogs I Follow
Archives
- January 2026
- December 2025
- November 2025
- October 2025
- August 2025
- July 2025
- June 2025
- May 2025
- April 2025
- March 2025
- February 2025
- October 2024
- September 2024
- May 2024
- April 2024
- March 2024
- February 2024
- January 2024
- December 2023
- November 2023
- October 2023
- September 2023
- August 2023
- July 2023
- June 2023
- May 2023
- April 2023
- March 2023
- February 2023
- January 2023
- December 2022
- November 2022
- October 2022
- September 2022
- August 2022
- July 2022
- June 2022
- May 2022
- April 2022
- March 2022
- February 2022
- January 2022
- December 2021
- November 2021
- October 2021
- September 2021
- August 2021
- July 2021
- June 2021
- May 2021
- April 2021
- March 2021
- February 2021
- January 2021
- December 2020
- November 2020
- October 2020
- September 2020
- August 2020
- July 2020
- June 2020
- May 2020
- April 2020
- March 2020
- February 2020
- January 2020
- December 2019
- September 2019
- August 2019
- July 2019
- June 2019
- May 2019
- April 2019
- March 2019
- February 2019
- January 2019
- December 2018
- November 2018
- October 2018
- September 2018
- August 2018
- July 2018
- June 2018
- May 2018
- March 2018
- February 2018
- January 2018
- December 2017
- November 2017
- October 2017
- September 2017
- August 2017
- July 2017
- June 2017
- May 2017
- April 2017
- March 2017
- February 2017
- January 2017
- December 2016
- November 2016
- October 2016
- September 2016
- August 2016
- July 2016
- June 2016
- May 2016
- April 2016
- March 2016
- February 2016
- January 2016
- December 2015
- November 2015
- October 2015
- September 2015
- August 2015
- July 2015
- June 2015
- May 2015
- April 2015
- March 2015
- February 2015
- January 2015
- December 2014
- November 2014
- October 2014
- September 2014
- August 2014
- July 2014
- June 2014
- May 2014
- April 2014
- March 2014
- February 2014
- January 2014
- December 2013
- November 2013
- October 2013
- September 2013
- August 2013
- July 2013
- June 2013
- May 2013
- April 2013
- March 2013
- February 2013
- January 2013
- December 2012
- November 2012
- October 2012
- September 2012
- August 2012
- July 2012
Category Archives: Uncategorized
THANKSGIVING AT THE HOME OF BENJAMIN FRANKLIN’S NE’ER DO WELL BROTHER (a delicious holiday repast)
By Raji Singh Happy Thanksgiving! Who knew we’d celebrate together by eating a bird once proposed as the symbol of America? A myth? But a delightful one! However, it is no myth that even joyful gatherings can have their edges. … Continue reading →
Posted in Fiction House Publishing, humor, Short stories, Uncategorized, whimsy, writing
|
Tagged alternate history, Benjamin Franklin, family meals, Happy Thanksgiving, holiday with family, holidays, humor, imagination, James Thaddeus 'Blackjack' Fiction, Raji Singh, Tales of the Fiction House, Thanksgiving, tradition, whimsy
|
Leave a comment
A HALLOWEEN SPOOKER: THE DISPUTIN’ RASPUTINS OF THE HIGH SEAS (AND THEIR WALK-OFFS)
By Raji Singh Creepy stories abound this time of year! But have you ever been frightened of …toes? We hope you enjoy this tale unearthed from the tombs of the Fiction House, a Halloween re-treat. * * * The High … Continue reading →
Posted in archeo-apologist, Fiction House Publishing, humor, Short stories, Uncategorized, whimsy, writing
|
Tagged archeo-apologist, Captain Polly, culture, Fiction House Publishing, Halloween story, humor, mutiny, nostalgia, pirate story, Raji Singh, short stories, Tales of the Fiction House, whimsy, Whimsy alternate history
|
Leave a comment
GOBLINS IN YOUR DESK DRAWER
(Previously posted on Pen in Hand) By Raji Singh October Horrors Await! Some fear ghosts, skeletons, even neighborhood elves with hungry eyes and empty trick-or-treat bags. But writers…that is altogether different. Here’s an old favorite from dusty Fiction House files. … Continue reading →
A BACK TO SCHOOL TALE: THE LEGEND OF THE SCARLET TOUNGED, BLUE MOUTH DEMONS
To our adult and teacher friends, we hope that this coming school year is a bright one for you and for our children. As you face those young ones, many have fears they are afraid to express. As you … Continue reading →
Posted in archeo-apologist, Children, Children's stories, Fiction House Publishing, humor, satire, Short stories, Uncategorized, whimsy, writing
|
Tagged 4th grade boys, culture, fun, humor, imagination, James Thaddeus 'Blackjack' Fiction, new short stories, Raji Singh, school stories, short stories, start of school year, Tales of the Fiction House, whimsy
|
Leave a comment
CINCINNATI’S FIRST INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE – A WHIMSICAL TALE
by Raji Singh To those who join together in Life’s parade. Welcome to our annual 4th from Tales of the Fiction House. Have a wonderful holiday! Cincinatti, July 4, 1826 The Cincinnati wharf-shack sways in a light breeze. Close your … Continue reading →
Posted in archeo-apologist, Children, Fiction House Publishing, humor, satire, Short stories, Uncategorized, whimsy, writing
|
Tagged alternate history, American History, Carper, celebration, Cincinnati, culture, fireworks, Fourth of July, holiday, humor, imagination, Independence Day, July 4 parade, July 4th, Mariner, new short stories, nostalgia, parades, Raji Singh, short stories, Turt, whimsy
|
Leave a comment
A JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION, PART TWO: NORTH TO CINCINATTI AND FREEDOM
By Raji Singh CONTINUED: The realistic ante-bellum Underground Railroad journey of Kunta Kinder to free slaves. This week: His surrealistic river rafting to freedom. *** One may wonder: When Turt’s not rollin’ down a Kentucky hill, strollin’ a parade, helpin’-out … Continue reading →
Posted in archeo-apologist, Fiction House Publishing, humor, Short stories, Uncategorized, whimsy
|
Tagged a-Hempis, Abolitionists, American History, Cincinnatti, culture, James Thaddeus Fiction, Kunta Kinder, Luny Mum, nostalgia, Ohio River, Poppy Sol, reminisence, rescuing slaves, slave traders, slavery, Turt, Underground Railroad
|
Leave a comment
FATHER’S DAY SCENTS AND SENSIBILITIES
by Raji Singh Whether your fathers are near, far, past, or present, they live forever in our hearts. Here is a favorite from our Fiction House family’s archives. Happy Father’s Day! * * * PART I – FATHERS’ SENSIBILITIES … Continue reading →
Posted in archeo-apologist, Fiction House Publishing, humor, satire, Short stories, Uncategorized, whimsy, writing
|
Tagged archeo-apologist, burning sage, culture, Father's Day, Father's Day humor, Father's Day story, Fiction House Publishing, humor, James Thaddeus 'Blackjack' Fiction, Loving fathers, new short stories, nostalgia, Raji Singh, Satire, short stories, Tales of the Fiction House, Tigerman, tradition, Turt, Uncategorized, whimsey, writing
|
Leave a comment
PETS ON MEMORIAL DAY
By Raji Singh When Life throws curve balls, our pets stay beside us. All it takes is some tasty food, warm beds, (or cool tanks), and loving attention, and they return comfort when we need it most. To honor them, … Continue reading →
Posted in archeo-apologist, Children, Fiction House Publishing, humor, satire, Short stories, Uncategorized, whimsy, writing
|
Tagged Calico, Captain Polly, culture, Foundlings, lark, love of animals, loving pets, Memorial Day, mourning pets, National Pet Month, nostalgia, pets, Raji Singh, Tales of the Fiction House, tradition, tributes from pets, Turt
|
Leave a comment
MAY DAY ON THE BAYOU IN POEM AND STORY
By Raji Singh Fly with us into the joy of May and new beginnings! *** *** *** From the Archives of the Fiction House. Happy May Day! “Today Thibidioux chil’ to be born. Butterflies … Continue reading →
Posted in archeo-apologist, Fiction House Publishing, humor, satire, Uncategorized, whimsy, writing
|
Tagged alligator humor, alligator poetry, alligators, alternate history, Bayou, Bayou poetry, Blues, Carlos Santana, folk cures, Gatemouth Brown, Healers, magic, Mama Lucy, May Day, May Day poetry, new short stories, poetry, Poppy Sol, Raji Singh, short story, Tales of the Fiction House, whimsy
|
Leave a comment
EYES OF A LIFETIME: A BAYOU POEM
By Raji Singh As we struggle across the world with our mortality, it is good to remember that we will always live on in the thoughts of those who love us. * * * FROM THE FICTION HOUSE FILES: A … Continue reading →
Posted in archeo-apologist, Fiction House Publishing, humor, satire, Short stories, Uncategorized, whimsy, writing
|
Tagged alligators, Bayou poetry, culure, disease, gators, James Thaddeus 'Blackjack' Fiction, Mama Lucy, mortality, National Poetry Month, new short stories, nostalgia, poem of death, poetry, Raji Singh, short stories, short story, Tales of the Fiction House, thoughts of death
|
Leave a comment
Raji Singh
Tales of the Fiction House 