Short Stories

Homecoming

In Maximilian P. Siddell’s "Homecoming," Pete returns to a transformed and unrecognizable home, hoping to reconnect with his sister Rosie after years apart. The once vibrant house now stands weathered and neglected, mirroring the change in Rosie, who reacts with ...

Patricia

Guest Author PAID Short Stories Drama Love Traditions

In Sally Bonn-Ohiaeriaku’s "Patricia," a woman’s life in bustling Borokiri takes a dramatic turn following a fateful encounter with a charismatic pastor. Patricia’s journey of grace and elegance is upended when the pastor reveals that her long-time fiancé, Peter, is ...

Wheelock

Doug Hawley Short Stories Adventure Oregon

Short Story by Doug Hawley

Garbage Kids

Guest Author PAID Short Stories Childhood Life Struggles

In Dion Enis Nikci’s short fiction “Garbage Kids,” a young boy emerges from a garbage bin, grappling with the stench and discomfort of his environment. He encounters a girl of similar age, who observes him with curiosity. The boy’s painful ...

Courage is…

Guest Author PAID Short Stories Courage Family Inner Strength

JMD Summers’ Courage Is... reflects on the quiet, powerful courage of those who face pain yet stand strong. Through evocative prose, the piece highlights inner strength and resilience in the face of life’s challenges.

Snap Judgments

Guest Author Short Stories Dark Humor Suspense

In Stu Ducklow’s “Snap Judgments,” a disillusioned former journalist plots revenge against a man who symbolizes his professional downfall. Using a school bus to enact his vengeance, the narrator reveals a dark obsession formed from a sense of betrayal and ...

Cutting Discord

Guest Author Short Stories Suspense Thriller

In Sandi’s “Cutting Discord,” a character finds themselves locked out of their house and must resort to unconventional methods to break in. The tension rises as they sneak around, grappling with paranoia and the surreal reality of their predicament. A ...

The Scenic Route, Redux

Guest Author Short Stories Drama Life Struggles

In “The Scenic Route, Redux,” Bill Tope captures the poignant and somewhat absurd moment of Shepard Frailey leaving the hospital. As Frailey struggles with his recent amputation and exhaustion, he encounters a bubbly hospital attendant and a wary taxi driver, ...

Wishbone

Guest Author PAID Short Stories History Memories

In "Wishbone," Billie-Leigh Burns weaves a nostalgic tale of a woman retracing her steps to The Wishbone Inns, a collection of establishments named after historical queens. Through vivid memories of her youth spent at Elizabeth’s Tavern, the story captures the ...

I Don't Regret

Guest Author Short Stories Emotional Journey Non-Fiction Reflection

In "I Don’t Regret," J.B. Polk reflects on turning 60 while listening to Edith Piaf's poignant song. As he contemplates his life during a traffic jam, he finds no regrets about his past but experiences a tinge of sadness for ...

In Midair

Guest Author Short Stories Childhood Family Inner Conflict

In "In Midair," Diane Kimbrell captures the excitement and underlying tension of a young girl's first circus experience. As she navigates the thrill of the spectacle against a backdrop of familial turmoil and personal fears, the story poignantly contrasts the ...

The Plucking of an Apple

Guest Author PAID Short Stories Nature Urban Life

In "The Plucking of an Apple," Lauren Kawamoto intertwines human biology with nature’s cycle and personal memory. The story juxtaposes the sensory experience of picking an apple with a poignant classroom moment, exploring themes of transition and the contrast between ...

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