Thud. Thud, thud. In the shelter, they held their breaths afraid of any sound. The wind knocked. Thud. Then a scream. A screeching howl faded into night. Coiled talons ripped under the wooden door. Blood dripped to the floor. Terrorized eyes awaited doom.
Category: Very Short Stories
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The Only Time He Listened
Read more: The Only Time He Listened“I’d follow you anywhere,” said the dog, who wanted to feel loved. “I’d probably lose you,” said the man, who spoke truth. “Down the road, you will need each other,” said the hawk, with a long view. “I believe you,” said the man, the only time he listened.
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Ronin Warrior
Read more: Ronin WarriorIn dreams, he awoke a Ronin warrior who carried a sword of steel, thrashing forward through the field of blood, until no enemy remained. Still furious, the swordsman turned around and thrashed back until he stood alone on the field.
If you liked this story, check out Cindy’s Sin, the first novelette I wrote about a girl traveling to Las Vegas to get revenge.
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Reefer Madness
Read more: Reefer MadnessCenter lane, I-10, headed to Riverside. Cars speed around. A CHP police interceptor hangs three cars back. Then one in front! Why did she rush him out the apartment? Paranoia from his first taste of weed settles in with the California sunset.
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The Red Tin Flowers
Read more: The Red Tin FlowersThe bees found the red nectar first sucking their fill from the tin flowers. The ruby-throated hummingbird flitted from one tin to the other seeking an opening. The turbulence from his wings opened up a slot. He dove in taking his turn until the bees came back.
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On a Sandbar, War.
Read more: On a Sandbar, War.On a sandbar, Francois planted the flag to claim the island for France. Across the bay, Frances planted the flag to claim the island for England. Seeing this, both sides immediately grabbed their muskets. War was preordained, yet Franco of Spain had already claimed it.
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Ready for Reincarnation
Read more: Ready for ReincarnationAt 84, Bob took to talking to his Springer Spaniel. He romped with the dog, ate with the dog, and learned to nap during the day in preparation for his reincarnated life. He died. Bob came back as a cat. Which, was okay because he knew how to outrun a dog.
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The Sleeping Giant
Read more: The Sleeping GiantTiptoeing past the sleeping giant, she paused for a peek to make sure his eyes remained closed. She drew closer. Boldly, she touched a closed lid. In an instant, he swept her up, wrapped her in a hug, and sweetly kissed her neck.
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Dip the Urchin Over the Side
Read more: Dip the Urchin Over the Side“I’m bored, dip the Urchin over the side,” pronounced the Captain. “I’m afraid he will sink,” offered the First Mate. “Still, it would top the day,” added the Cook. The boy called the Urchin said nothing. He could cool off, and honestly, he was bored too.
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No Escape
Read more: No EscapeShe breathed in gasps, her heart beating faster than her futile attempt to calm herself. The terror raced forward, then dug in pushing her to the ground. She twisted to defend herself covering her eyes. A red tongue sloshed out as the matted dog licked her face.
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