by Karen Malley | Oct 14, 2025 | Short Story
“Wow.” Nicolas frowned at his phone. “It’s not just me, Mom.” Mom set the pot on the stove to boil. “What’s not just you?” “I just read an article about the employment rate being really low for new college grads.” Mom wiped her hands on the kitchen towel and moved...
by Karen Malley | Oct 9, 2025 | Short Story
Wanda pulled the car door closed and sank against her seat, completely spent. What she needed right now was some Christian music: something to tell her she wasn’t alone in the world. She started the engine and cranked up the radio. By the time she got home, her heart...
by Karen Malley | Oct 2, 2025 | Short Story
Renee slammed the car door shut and turned on the car. She could not get away from work fast enough today. What a nightmare! At least the day was over. It was a good thing Shayna had been transferred to another department. If she never spoke to her again, it...
by Karen Malley | Sep 26, 2025 | Short Story
Marilyn stuffed her pillow over her head to drown out the infernal beeping, but it was no use. The alarm wouldn’t stop unless she stopped it. She peeled back the covers and gave the clock an unceremonious jab. Merciful silence filled the bedroom. Sighing,...
by Karen Malley | Sep 18, 2025 | Short Story
Janelle glanced at Carla’s text. Do you want to grab coffee before Bible study tonight? Would love to catch up. Janelle groaned. It was Wednesday. There was no way she had time for Bible study tonight. Not with everything going on right now. She shot back a reply....
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