How to Survive a Summoning

A stolen amulet. The demon hellbent on getting it back. And one powerless human just trying to survive the night.

When Jamie summons a demon in a Hail Mary attempt to survive a ghoul attack, he quickly realizes that he’s bitten off more than he can chew. With a soul-debt to pay and an angry warlock on his heels, Jamie must steal back the coveted amulet before time runs out. Unfortunately, his life isn’t the only thing hanging in the balance, and in the fight to save his soul, Jamie just might lose his heart.

How to Survive a Summoning is a paranormal short story that was first published in the Fated Mates Charity Anthology in September of 2023. The story content has not been altered.