Summer of Speculation may be eight months old but Shade a.k.a August Shaw has stuck with me. The brief was simple, write a scifi/fantasy story based on the theme sidekicks. It took me ages to finally hit upon it, especially when I was hellbent on making it a comedy (I still blame Goes Wrong Show … Continue reading August Shaw- Sidekicks Unite!
Category: crime
Interview – Kayla Hicks (author of the Backup Superheroes)
This week we've another interview for you, this week with Kayla Hicks author of the Back Superheroes and many other books. Our chat focussed on the superhero series but do check out her links at the bottom for other of her works. And to whet your appetite, here's the synopsis for Book 1 of the … Continue reading Interview – Kayla Hicks (author of the Backup Superheroes)
Summer of Speculation Release
Summer of Speculation 2023 has been released and is now available in ebook and paperback from Amazon. Convenient link here. And look at the pretty cover!!! But what delights will await you this time around? Well this year's edition has the theme of sidekicks. Initially my brain went yes! And then oh. And then um..... … Continue reading Summer of Speculation Release
Tramlines – a prompt flash fiction story
It took Eva a few seconds to notice Lyle was no longer by her side. She should have noticed when she stopped hearing his disapproving noises. She stopped and turned back to see her about a hundred yards back on the path. No wonder he’d let her carry on talking this long. She marched back … Continue reading Tramlines – a prompt flash fiction story
Single suitcase in the hall – a prompt flash fiction story
This story was written in response to Putting My Feet in the Dirt's April Writing Prompts https://puttingmyfeetinthedirt.com/2020/04/01/april-writing-prompts-3/ “And you want me to find out whose it is?” Eva stared at the case that had been dumped in the middle of her desk. Her paperwork had been folded underneath, she could see one of them crumpled, … Continue reading Single suitcase in the hall – a prompt flash fiction story
Demonic Investigations – a prompt short story
I was long passed knowing whether the bar was holding me up or I the bar. But safe to say neither of us were keen on finding out anytime soon so I stayed safely plastered to the sticky wooden top. The barman brought me another glass, the glorious golden liquid literally on fire within the … Continue reading Demonic Investigations – a prompt short story
The Monster in the Cabin
The walkway had remanants of ice creeping round the edges, climbing out of the water and trying to reach me. Each step took a huge amount of effort to stay upright. It took even more effort to keep going forward. The water itself was calm. It was as pristine as a mirror, completely without blemish. … Continue reading The Monster in the Cabin
Heist of a Lifetime – a flash fiction story
"How are we going to get out of here!" Rick's voice betrayed his rising level of hysteria. The vault door was firmly shut behind them and the armed police were in position. Everything had gone wrong but the gang's leader was still loading money into his bag like he didn't have a care in the … Continue reading Heist of a Lifetime – a flash fiction story
Burning Glass – a flash fiction
I stare at you each evening once the servants have gone below. In this deepest part of my chamber, you are my hidden secret. Candlelight picks out your finer details, the flickering orange bringing you to life. But you don’t need any help do you? Little by little, hour by hour you fight against your … Continue reading Burning Glass – a flash fiction
Losing friends – a short story
The radiator always reminded her of him. The distinct little scratches in the pipe work and the gouges in the skirting board behind. She gave a weary sigh and sat at the table, cupping her hands around her hot coffee mug. It had been four months now and she was starting to feel lonely again. … Continue reading Losing friends – a short story
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