Tears and SmokeIt was a small step from wise woman to witch. One short sermon was enough to turn the minds of the entire congregation. God visited pestilence upon the village as a punishment, said the priest.
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hilary55
Former science writer and editor turned creative writer. Love short form fiction of all kinds; don't think I have a novel in me (but never say never).
Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
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Be Careful Whose Toes You Step On When You Tread the BoardsShe stumbles and almost falls onto the stage, propelled by the hand of the stage manager between her shoulder blades, and stands frozen, a plump, quivering gazelle transfixed by the stare of the voracious audience.
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In the Shadow of Cloud NineThe sky darkens as he grasps the sun and squeezes dribbles of honey and melted butter onto her lips. The intense sweetness burns her mouth.
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Bread and RelishThe hunk of bread is stale and dry with a pale white bloom over its surface, but Malachi snatches it off the rough wooden trencher. One corner has a small growth of blue-green mould. He will save that bit until last.
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I have a story published today in the latest issue of Wyldblood: https://wyldblood.com/tears-and-smoke/
I've never had a day like today, and probably never will again - three acceptances in 12 hours!
Thrilled to have a story accepted by hearth-coffin-literary-journal. Thank you for loving my words!
The Consume issue is published today, including my story.
https://www.hearthandcoffin.com/post/bread-and-relish
The Consume issue is published today, including my story.
https://www.hearthandcoffin.com/post/bread-and-relish