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Today’s entry from the Petr Oprsal archive shifts from narrative fiction to moral philosophy. In this short, intense piece titled “Envy,” Oprsal personifies one of the seven deadly sins, dissecting it not just as a feeling, but as a living, breathing creature that walks among us. He traces the emotion from its roots in childhood … Read more
Solve the Puzzle. The Until Blood Do Us Part Collection. Every great thriller begins with meticulous order – just like the law. Explore the deep historical roots and chilling logical structure of Petr Opršal’s Balkan Noir masterpiece. 🕵️♂️ Dive Into the Investigation: For the reader who loves a plot built with chilling logic, this collection … Read more
Step Into the Silence. The Holystic Honza Collection. The journey from a “clean but austere” childhood in Communist Czechoslovakia to a life of authentic light is best experienced through more than just words. We have gathered all the immersive elements of Honza’s story in one place for you to explore. 📜 Discover the Experience: Read … Read more
The first short story of 2026 opens with the theme of the duality of the human soul set against the backdrop of a cramped apartment bathroom. Bedřich, a man living on the fringes of society, destroyed by alcohol and self-hatred, confronts his own reflection. His desperate desire for redemption and the separation of “good” from … Read more
In this archival entry, we present “The Deserter,” a short story that showcases Petr Oprsal’s talent for situational irony and existential grit. Set against the unforgiving backdrop of the Sahara, the story follows a paratrooper, François Chatien, whose mission goes terribly wrong. What begins as a survival thriller – man against the elements – slowly … Read more
Following our previous entry on the background of Petr Oprsal’s departure from the Jehovah’s Witnesses, we are adding this video interview from the series “Dobrý rozhovor” to the archive. In this session, Petr discusses the launch of his literary debut, Cestou z věže (Flight from the Tower). While the book is a memoir, it serves … Read more
In this archival feature, we turn to a personal and revealing interview with Petr Oprsal. While much of this blog focuses on his fiction and translations, Petr’s life story – specifically his upbringing as a Jehovah’s Witness in Communist Czechoslovakia and his subsequent departure from the faith – is central to understanding his worldview. The … Read more
Today’s entry from the Petr Oprsal archive brings us a piece of flash fiction that straddles the line between gritty realism and surreal horror. Titled “The Bottle” this piece offers a glimpse into Oprsal’s ability to turn a mundane scene of despair into something fantastically twisted. What makes this post particularly special is that it … Read more