In 2023, Paul Swann started his journey of writing fiction following his retirement from the U.S. Army Reserve. In December 2023, he completed the last of his first twelve short fiction stories. Short Stories: The Closet Prophet A Storm's Prerogative New Tricks - Newer Dogs 1.3 Seconds The State's Best Physical Therapist White Kitty - Angry Bear Lesser God Makes His Move The Residential Castle Terms and Conditions Apply The Bending Tree The Best Christmas Heart The War That Followed