Short Stories

In Mark Christhilf’s short story "The Yoke of Unknowing," a mother reflects on the devastating loss of her three daughters to a rare breast cancer. The story delves into the agonizing decisions made in the face of medical helplessness and ...

In Geoff LaCasse’s short fiction "My Cousin Jim," the narrator reflects on an invitation from a distant relative, Cousin Jim, who reaches out for a family visit. The story explores themes of isolation and familial disconnection, highlighting how even the ...

In "Well It's Lyin' Time Again" by Lee Hammerschmidt, Colonel Rodrigo seeks the expertise of Carmen Laveau, a descendant of the Queen of Voodoo, to extract the truth from a captured rebel. Conventional methods have failed, leaving them desperate for ...

In "Premier Sin" by Dany Keagan, a desperate escape through a rain-soaked forest leaves the protagonist on the brink of collapse. As they pause to catch their breath, the instinct to cry out is suppressed, knowing any sound could betray ...

In Ellis Shuman's short story "The Last Elephant," Ethan eagerly anticipates a school outing to the zoo with his friends, marking off days until the big event. The excitement peaks as they arrive and are introduced to a zoo employee, ...

In Relapse by Cheryl Snell, a narrator trapped in a psychiatric hospital wrestles with her distorted perceptions, denying accusations from her family while struggling with her own reality. The unsettling environment reflects her fractured mind.

In "Goree Island," James Roth crafts a compelling creative non-fiction piece that takes readers on a poignant journey through Senegal’s historical landscape. Through vivid descriptions and personal observations, Roth contrasts the vibrant local commerce with the solemn history of the ...