short stories
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A Five-Sentence Life Story
Groom forgot its existence, his mind occupied with the wedding. Father gave it away to his young and impressionable son. Continue reading
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Lost Christmas (a “Dead Republic” Story)
An explosion 50 kilometers away jolted Kiko awake. The windowless walls of his room didn’t give him a view of the destruction outside. It didn’t matter. Kiko had seen the aftermath of a Kraken unleashing its power too many times. 06:59. He glanced at the metal wall clock near the door before grabbing his black… Continue reading
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Nancy
What is it about you? Under the noon sun you lay down, and I prop myself beside you. Silence surrounds us as we drift into an expected yet unplanned slumber. The birds nestle on their trees watching us. Their eyes fixate on us like we are some predators feigning sleep that will pounce on them… Continue reading
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Lucky
Like two vines fighting dominion over space, their arms and legs intertwined with each other’s. She spread her legs and let him enter. Moans and groans bounced off my walls while my bed trembled with illicit ecstasy. Continue reading
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Alexander the Great Fool
Then I met him. That man. Fancy clothing. He smiled. Gave me a tip. Asked for my name. After duty, we met again. A drink, he bought me, or two, or three. Told me a story of wealth, of celebrity. He worked with stars who drove fast cars. If I wanted, he could help me.… Continue reading
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Skinny Love and the Bagel
Gina Watson had fifteen minutes left before a fairy took away her life. After emptying her glass of water, she stood from the table and the bagel fell from her hat to the floor. Continue reading
Xeno Hemlock 