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The Specter’s Revenge
I drift unseen through the darkened house, a ghostly specter come to end my husband’s dreams. I hear him whisper her name as he sleeps, unaware of my presence or intent. Betrayed by a kiss, he traded my life for hers, and I am here for revenge. I hold the…
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The Shape of Things
I float in the nebulous twilight between awake and asleep when something startles me. My heart pounds in my ears. What was that? An intruder? My dreams? There’s a muffled sound downstairs. Nope, not my dreams. I retrieve my handgun…
The Early Bird
Willie rose early every day because he heard a disturbing rumor about birds. But for the life of him, he couldn’t remember what it was. One day, as Willie wiggled around, Bonnie Blackbird flew towards him, her mouth open wide. …
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Trouble at the Puddle
The Orange Ants and Red Ants lived on opposite sides of the Great Puddle. They often traded goods with each other. One day, the Orange Ants’ leader demanded that the Red Ants reduce the price of everything they sold by…
The Very Best Gift of All
I sit cross-legged on my bed and contemplate the lonely night ahead. It’s Christmas Eve, and of all nights to be alone, tonight is the worst time for a 16-year-old to be by herself. And tomorrow will be even worse.…
A Ride to Remember
Ben looked over the handlebars of his bike down the steep trail leading to the lake. He checked the tightness of the bungee cords that fastened his fishing rods and tackle box to the metal rack behind the saddle. He…
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