by Karen Malley | Oct 20, 2023 | Short Story
Kim paced in front of the huge glass windows as the rain streamed down. What a depressing day. Brian approached, a takeout bag in hand. “Hungry?” Kim shrugged. “A little, I guess.” “Well, it’s a long flight, and the airline snacks won’t fill you up.” Kim glanced back...
by Karen Malley | Oct 13, 2023 | Short Story
Christina checked in with the receptionist and found a seat in the waiting room. Dr. Marshall was a great doctor, but because she spent so much time with each patient, the wait was usually long. Christina reached into her purse to pull out her phone, but...
by Karen Malley | Oct 7, 2023 | Short Story
Lana wiped away a tear as she inserted a key into the lock. How strange it felt to be unlocking this door. This door to a house that felt more like home than her own home. It was hard to believe Grams was gone. And now Lana had to clear out her house. She pushed the...
by Karen Malley | Sep 28, 2023 | Short Story
Nancy finished her coffee and set down the cup just as the server arrived with the check. She accepted the little leather folio from his hands and slipped her credit card inside. Barbara reached for the check. “You don’t need to pay.” Nancy smiled and handed the folio...
by Karen Malley | Sep 22, 2023 | Short Story
The paintings in the window caught Greg’s eye. He eased the door open into the art studio. How many times had he passed this place but never stopped in? A few patrons milled about, but the place was certainly not full. Shame. The artist was clearly gifted. He moved in...
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