Collective collection of poetry and short prose “By the Fireplace. Issue 2" is the second in a three-book series. It includes works by authors from different cities of Russia. Sonnets and ballads, quatrains and elegies, love stories and fantasy stories, tales and short stories - the genre diversity of the collection will allow every reader to find something to their liking. A good book, a hot mug and a warm blanket are the invariable attributes of cold evenings. The series of books “By the Fireplace” will come in handy here and will be an excellent companion for all reading lovers.