I'm not sure which specific 'Foster short story' you're referring to. There could be many authors with the last name Foster or stories titled something similar. More context would be needed to determine the author.
There are so many short stories in the world, and just the name 'Foster short story' doesn't give enough information to identify the author. It might be a self - published work by an emerging writer named Foster, or it could be a story from a particular genre or era written by someone with the name Foster. We really need more information to know for sure.
I don't know for sure as I haven't read the story, but I assume Foster is one of the main characters since the story is named after his portfolio. There could also be other characters like his friends, family, or colleagues who are somehow related to the portfolio. Maybe there's a mentor figure who gives advice about the portfolio or a rival who is after what's in it.
Eugie Foster was surely a significant personality associated with short fiction. Her name being used for the Eugie Foster Memorial Award for Short Fiction implies that she was highly respected in the domain. She might have been a creative force, inspiring others with her own short stories. Or she could have been involved in promoting short fiction, whether through teaching, critiquing, or organizing events. Her influence led to the creation of this award, which honors her legacy and the art of short fiction.
I'm not sure who the author of this novel is. You could try looking it up on a book database or a major bookstore website.
A Foster short story might often have vivid characters. For example, the characters could be complex individuals with unique personalities and motives. They may be placed in interesting situations that test their values or beliefs.
I'm sorry, but I have no information regarding the author of 'the compromise short story'. It could be self - published by an indie writer, or it could be part of a collection by a more established author. You could try searching for it in specialized short story anthologies or by asking in literary forums where people might be more familiar with it.
I don't know who the author of 'the cage short story' is. There are so many short stories out there with this title or a similar one.
I don't know who the author of 'the payoff short story' is. There are so many short stories out there, and without more information, it's hard to determine the author.
I don't know who the author of the 'sparrows short story' is. There are so many short stories out there, and without more context, it's hard to determine the author.
I'm not sure who the author of the 'alma short story' is. There are so many short stories out there and without more context it's difficult to determine the author.
Daphne du Maurier is the author of 'The Birds' short story.