Romantic short story

The price

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A starving man smells meat from a mile away, just like a hyena does when its belly is grumbling or its mind is empty, and haven’t all our bellies and minds been that way when we were younger? Mine had been. So, from a certain age, my eyes had been open, my ears straining, and … Read more

Dead end

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This story contains themes or mentions of physical violence, gore, or abuse. “Wait.” I pause and slowly, carefully turn back to him. “Stay a little more” His request is a plea addressed to me, in the garden that was our temple for a few minutes. We have only just met, but there is already something … Read more

A Sisterly Moment

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An excerpt from current WIP novel, “Confessions of a Church Girl”   My phone buzzed to a message alert from Kristina, which read: Lane, I’d like to talk to you if you’re available. I have some exciting news! If I was being honest, I wasn’t in the mood for another video chat; I’d been far … Read more

Idiot Savant

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My arcane brilliance knew no bounds. I rubbed my eyes under my goggles as I admired my work. When our group took refuge in a single place for more than a few days my academic interests could finally thrive. Everything at The Oasis palace was perfect, well, almost. Despite distractions, inspiration sparked last night and … Read more

When Repulsion Feels Like Touch

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This story contains themes or mentions of mental health issues. They measure us against labels. You know, boyfriend, husband, that kind of stuff. Exclusivity, it means you’re doing things right. Nonmonogamy, probably not. You’re either being sold short in your relationship or you’re the side chick. Why settle for less, right? Aspire to more, know … Read more