25 Days of Terror

Day #15, Sundown – by Elizabeth Averay Ninety six years ago at sundown a monster stole through the little village, helping itself to anyone who it happened upon in the streets and gardens. Old, young, male, female – it cared not. It just nabbed whoever it came across and would either tear them apart andContinue reading “25 Days of Terror”

25 Days of Terror

Day #12, ‘Harmless’ – by Amber Averay Reaching for the large Tupperware container on the bottom shelf of the pantry, Mel groaned when she heard the doorbell ring. She hoisted the tub of Self-Raising Flour up, plunked it on the table and, brushing her hands on the tea-towel over her shoulder, strode for the frontContinue reading “25 Days of Terror”

25 Days of Terror

Day 12 Harmless It was a bright, sunny day and she found herself in an equally cheery mood. There was a light spring in her step as she walked through the park. She expected to see others out and about enjoying the beautiful weather, but the park was completely deserted. It was odd, but sheContinue reading “25 Days of Terror”

25 Days of Terror

Day 11 Next Morning She said she’d stay, but by the light of day, the bed is cold, all traces gone. Had it been a dream, Were those words, nothing but a fantasy, a lovely night imagined? No, it couldn’t be, She was real, Beauty and such perfection, yet she is gone. The feel ofContinue reading “25 Days of Terror”

25 Days of Terror

Day 10 Hide and Seek Deep thoughts are buried under mountains of worry. They can’t be found without knowing where to look. But with the keys in hand, those thoughts will surface. The worries will fade, and thoughts will become clear. Know the limits and conquer the building fear. To reach new heights and milestonesContinue reading “25 Days of Terror”

25 Days of Terror

Day #12, ‘Harmless’ – by Elizabeth Averay Across all social media platforms an ad appears: ATTENTION ALL – this is a must-have product. Developed by Director Allgood. What is it, you ask? The INVISIE MICROCHIP. What’s it for? I’ll tell you. Are you sick of fad diets that don’t work? Sick of working out andContinue reading “25 Days of Terror”

25 Days of Terror

Day #11, Next Morning – by Amber Averay He wanted to surrender to the darkness calling for him, leaving all his pains and miseries behind. He’d already tried – God knew he had – but she wouldn’t let him. Every time he began to sink into oblivion she would wrench him back, singing that songContinue reading “25 Days of Terror”

25 Days of Terror

Day #10, Hide and Seek – by Amber Averay He should have been writing. Trouble is, lately he was far better at procrastination than he was at actual creativity. It was frustrating, but every time he sat down to write he was too easily distracted. Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Amazon…well, anything that wasn’t to do withContinue reading “25 Days of Terror”

25 Days of Terror

Day #10, Hide and Seek – by Elizabeth Averay Having exhausted every possible avenue to progress in the maze, I slump against the wall. After a moment I hear a soft snick and a scraping sound. Turning my head to the left I see a section of wall next to my head has moved toContinue reading “25 Days of Terror”

25 Days of Terror

Day #9, Possession – by Elizabeth Averay I can’t believe she did it. She threw my phone out the window! We’re on my parents’ private plane and she just snatches my phone out of my hands and casual-as-anything opens the tiny window and tosses it out. Never mind we’re thousands of feet in the air,Continue reading “25 Days of Terror”