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Editor's Pick, Fiction, short story
A Child’s Australian Christmas
It’s Christmas. That time of year when everyone goes slightly insane.
He Heard the Book Giveth Wisdom and Ate It
Quirkiness meets tradition amidst the whimsical chaos of Mierenhoop’s Fête de l’Âne, with Olivia, Santa the donkey, and a reluctant Uncle Ryan. A festive flash fiction.
Arts & Culture, Fiction, Travel&Lifestyle
El Ángel
Journey with Ramona to Mexico City—a tale of self-discovery and destiny set against the vibrant backdrop of the bustling city.
Arts & Culture, Fiction, short story
The Thing You Will Learn to Call God
God as an artist, life as an artwork. A thought-provoking exploration of existence that questions the divine and embraces the cosmic absurdity.
Arts & Culture, Fiction, short story
Angel Prodigy
Forced to dance, afraid to dream, imprisoned by her sister’s love, Sasha’s life reaches an unthinkable conclusion as she hangs up her ballet shoes for good.
Arts & Culture, Fiction, short story
Terrible Century
In the haze of darkness and grunge, explore a transformative night with heroin, Fight Club, and an abandoned house.
Arts & Culture, Fiction, short story
Imagine No Possessions
Laugh along to this satirical account of John Lennon visiting a commune, where values and customs are lost in the madness of celebrities.
Invisible Wings
Family trauma, China’s turbulent history, and the specter of death. ‘Invisible Wings’: a tale of survival, resilience, and magic.
Pinnacle
Experience the chilling beauty of ‘Pinnacle’ as winter’s grasp embraces high peaks, stirring reflections on life’s seasons. A stirring piece of flash.
Magical Thinking
Explore profound grief and a child’s whimsical coping mechanisms in ‘Magical Thinking,’ a poignant tale beautifully crafted through vivid imagination.
Arts & Culture, Fiction, FridayFlash
To Live in a Name
Dive into a world where the floor turns to snow, and auroras light up the sky. Lekha’s winter dreamscape unfolds in a tale of friendship, longing, and self-discovery.
Arts & Culture, Fiction, short story
The Last Ticket
Step into the enchanting world of ‘The Last Ticket.’ A carnival of young love and mysterious choices awaits. Will they hold on to their passion, or trade it for a ...
Arts & Culture, Editor's Pick, Fiction, short story
Arduous Nights
Dive into the world of ‘Arduous Nights,’ a captivating short story that explores the labyrinth of insomnia and unexpected connections. Follow the protagonist’s predawn escapades, blending solitude with the beauty ...
Days Like Television
Step into the captivating world of ‘Days Like Television,’ where love, loss, and the dance of city lights unfold in a symphony of emotions. Join Katherine on a poignant journey ...
Arts & Culture, Fiction, short story
Crack
“‘Everything breaks eventually,’ she said.” Delve into the scents and secrets of an ancient vat of stew in Michael Bird’s absorbing tale.
Arts & Culture, Fiction, short story
Jailbird
“‘Well,’ daddy said. ‘Put her out of her misery.'” The enchanting, timeless story of a horse and a family from beginnings to ends.
Arts & Culture, Fiction, short story
Oxnardiando
An El Camino car and a time-travelling stereo takes you on a tour of Oxnard’s history: Native Americans, the Zoot Suit Riots, French Colonialists, and more.
Arts & Culture, Fiction, short story
The Appointment
“If I’ll always be happy, won’t happiness lose its value?” A man takes a trip to the doctor and all is not what it seems…
Arts & Culture, Fiction, short story
Locker Room Love Story
“I like how his skin feels on mine, but I do not know him at all.” Hear from the “other woman” as she faces the morality of her affair.
Arts & Culture, Fiction, short story
Grief Interrupted
“We Americans do not deal well with sorrow.” When COVID stalled the normal processes of grief, how did we all cope?