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Expanded Universe

By: Gregory Ashe
Narrated by: Andrew Gibson
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Expanded Universe is a collection of short stories from The Last Picks. It includes the following:

“Engineered Public Confession”

A glimpse into Dash’s life before his move to Hastings Rock.

“Mystery of the Week”

Someone steals Dash’s ice cream cone, and things…escalate.

“New Neighbors”

Dash adjusts to his new life in Hastings Rock—and to his budding friendship with Deputy Bobby.

“Friends on the Force”

Taking advantage of a local perk, Dash does a ride-along with his favorite deputy.

“Thanksgiving Episode”

On Dash’s first Thanksgiving with his new friends, things don’t go quite as planned.

“It Runs in the Family”

Dash’s sister arrives for an unexpected—and unwelcome—visit.

“Sheep in Sheep’s Clothing”

Bobby is most definitely not perfect. But why is it so hard to prove it?

“Chekhov’s Wig”

A box of stolen wigs. Jewel thieves on the run. What could go wrong?

“Birthday Beginning”

The Last Picks are determined to make Keme’s birthday a memorable one.

“The Odd Couple”

Dash and Keme might not be the original odd couple, but they’re odd enough.

“Home for the Holidays”

It’s Dash and Bobby’s first Christmas together. They manage to make it interesting.

“Good Cop, Bad Cop”

When Dash discovers someone is stealing Keme’s lunch, he’s determined to help. He’s just a little too late.

“Insufferable Geniuses”

Dash and Fox share the highs and lows of the artistic temperament.

“Found Family”

The Last Picks celebrate Keme’s graduation.

“Skip to the End”

Dash and Bobby celebrate their big day.

Please note that the first fourteen stories were distributed previously in various formats.

“Skip to the End” is exclusively available in this collection.

©2026 Gregory Ashe (P)2026 Gregory Ashe
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I originally read the kindle edition of the book, and the second time I listened to the book as an advanced audiobook listener.

This series of short stories was the icing on the cake. It was a joyful, fitting way to say goodbye to a great group of people.

As others have said, I do think it adds richness to the universe. In the first story, we get further insights into the one and only Dashiel Dawson Dane's journey. This includes his previous relationship with Hugo, and how he ended up running away to Hastings Rock in the first place. In the subsequent stories, we have him learning to trust his own choices. The final story captures all the main characters, including Dashe's parents, at both their worst and their best!

I enjoyed the e-book but the audiobook narrated by Andrew Gibson, who knows how to capture the meaning of Gregory Ashe's writing, was like receiving a big hug

Farewell dear friends

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What a lovely way to top off the series. I chuckled a lot at their goofball antics. A sweet ending.

An absolute delight

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Enjoyable story that is well written with likeable characters and good world building. The narration is very good as well.

Enjoyable Story

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I just absolutely LOVE the Last Picks. Ashe writes the most real characters so whenever I get to visit again, it's like coming home.

Like coming home

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