by Arthur L. Sweetwood Twenty-five years to the day he discovered his powers, Max kneels at his mother's grave between a candle-topped cupcake and rusty gaff hook. His chin trembles as years of trauma surface at once. His father growing distant months after reuniting the family in guilt. His mother’s face aging as she slowly … Continue reading The Claw: End of Lies
Category: Short-Shorties
The Resignation Letter of Peter
by Lily Harbingerr Dear Gabriel, I am writing to announce my resignation from my position as Head of Security for the Pearly Gates Division of Promised Land Inc.Because of my respect for you and our professional relationship, I felt it only right and fair to submit my resignation to you directly so that you may relay … Continue reading The Resignation Letter of Peter
Do You Know How Fast You Were Going?
by Erich “Do you know how fast you were going?” Sharon had no idea how to answer the question. Honestly? No. She had no clue how fast she had been going. The dashboard light had been out since Tucson. That had to be a ticket…right? The highways had been fine, going faster than the trucks … Continue reading Do You Know How Fast You Were Going?
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