Stephen Crony

A grief-stricken detective investigates a ritualistic crime in a quiet Midwestern town, uncovering a shadowy cult that blurs the line between faith and reality—and threatens to consume him entirely.

An international student far away from home finding comfort in broken rice.

A heroin addicted couple navigates through life together as their addiction progressively gets worse.

Two journalists investigate the acquisition of their newspaper and its ties to the murder of their friend and colleague.

A heartbroken writer, reeling from a devastating breakup, finds solace in a new romance that seems too good to be true—until his past begins to unravel, threatening the fragile connection he's built with the woman who helped him heal.

A young woman tries to navigate through life with unrequited romantic feelings for her best friend.

A young man tries to find happiness through various outlets but is left unfulfilled by worldly pleasures.

A down-on-his-luck gambler wins the lottery, but his newfound wealth soon reveals that everything—even friendship—has a price.