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White Shadows

Step into the world of White Shadows, a collection of 10 captivating short stories that explore the depths of our human nature under the confines of societal expectations and conformity. These thought-provoking tales reveal the hidden sides of ourselves that often remain obscured in the shadows, waiting for the right moment to emerge. From the constraints of a strict religious community to the pressures of societal norms, these stories delve into the complexities of the human condition and offer a glimpse into the brighter selves that reside within us. With each story, the reader is taken on a journey that illuminates the human spirit and the power of self-discovery. White Shadows is a compelling read that will leave you contemplating the intricacies of the human psyche long after you’ve turned the final page.

Sean O'Meara

Living in Dublin, Sean is married to Finola. They have three adult children and six grandchildren. Sean has had a long and distinguished career in Irish advertising at the CEO level and has served as Chairman of the Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland for nine years. Enjoying songwriting, he and his brother Frank have enjoyed a number of successes, most notably GRACE, a number-one hit for Dubliner Jim McCann in 1986 and recorded in 2018 by Rod Stewart. White Shadows is an intriguing look behind our human selves under conditions of inhibited expectations and imposed conformities. Perhaps beneath these shadows, our brighter selves live, the ones we seldom bring forth for many reasons. This compendium of ten short stories exploit situations where real selves emerge.

Austin Macauley Publishers