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Spook-tober 2024

Day 2 My heart refused to calm, but my feet moved me forward—almost without my permission. I couldn’t see the source of the ash itself and felt no heat, but my throat burned from more than just the exertion of the climb. I cursed the darkness as my foot caught on a root and IContinue reading “Spook-tober 2024”

Spook-tober 2024

Life got me again, but Spook-tober is a tradition. This year Amber and I are doing something different. I’m going to start a story and each of us is going to take turns writing a part until we finish on October 31st. Follow along with us this month to see where the writing takes us!

FWIMC: Part Two

Mystery As I drew closer to the door, my nerves sang with a tension I’d not felt before. The path was dark and foreboding, but with every step I took it felt like a veil was being lifted, and the house I knew and remembered came into focus. I blinked several times, because my brainContinue reading “FWIMC: Part Two”

Free Write Inspiration Motivation Challenge

I’ve come to realize l’ve been in a creative rut, because I let life and work convince me to break my own rules. So, I’ve decided to try something to get the creative spark to reignite. I’m going to write a short story, but I am just going to let the words hit the pageContinue reading “Free Write Inspiration Motivation Challenge”

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”