What are the themes often explored in Tim Tomlinson's short stories?

Horror is a common theme. He often delves into the darker aspects of human nature and the unknown, like in his story where a character discovers a hidden, terrifying part of themselves.

Mystery is a common theme. His stories usually have some sort of enigma that the characters need to solve.

One common theme is self - discovery. In his novels, characters are often on a journey to figure out who they are, like in 'The Spectacular Now'.

War and conflict are common themes. Since it's set in a war - torn universe, battles between different factions like the Imperium and Chaos are often depicted.

Another theme could be the exploration of the senses other than sight. Since he is blind, the stories may focus on how he experiences the world through touch, smell, and hearing in a very vivid and detailed way. For instance, he can describe the smell of a flower or the sound of a raindrop in a way that makes the reader truly understand his unique perception of the world.

Since I don't know the exact Shamengwa short stories, it's hard to say. But generally, short stories can explore themes like love, loss, identity, and the human condition.

Power is a common theme. For example, how the king wields his power, whether for good or bad. In many stories, a king might have to make difficult decisions regarding the use of power, like in times of war or when dealing with internal unrest.

One common theme is family. Many short Tamil stories depict the relationships within a family, like the love between parents and children, or the conflicts and reconciliations among siblings. For example, a story might show how a son overcomes his differences with his father through understanding and forgiveness.

One common theme is space exploration. Clarke often writes about the adventures and challenges of traveling in space.

Identity is a major theme. Trans short stories often explore how a person discovers and defines their true self in relation to their gender.