In the realm Beyond the Veil, magic is never gentle-and every choice carries a cost. This collection gathers the complete short works of acclaimed fantasy author J. Michael Radcliffe, exploring the treacherous beauty of a world shaped by sorcery, ancient dragons, haunted guardians, forgotten relics, and the fragile humanity struggling beneath it all. A young woman unleashes a storm-woven dragon born of grief and rage...A cowardly wizard faces the judgment of Deathwing, the most feared of her kind...A gentle courier confronts a mountain's hidden guardian and learns the true weight of happiness...A desperate apprentice unseals a forbidden tomb in search of power, only to find the shadows waiting for him...And other tales of magic, malice, wonder, and fate. Perfect for fans of dark fantasy, morally complex magic systems, and dragon mythology, Tales from Beyond the Veil reveals a world where even the smallest spark of courage can stand against the darkness-and sometimes, transform it. Step beyond the Veil.The shadows are waiting.