by Karen Malley | Jul 5, 2024 | Short Story
The last well-wisher was gone, and Etta leaned on the door for a moment. Boots wove between her legs, purring. Etta straightened and moved to the couch. She pressed a tissue to her eyes, then sat. Boots jumped onto the sofa and settled next to her, his head in her...
by Karen Malley | Jul 5, 2024 | Short Story
Andrew crossed the open field to where Mark and Juan sat in their lawn chairs, surrounded by hundreds of people in small groups. Juan squinted up at him. “Where have you been, man? It’s getting dark and the show will start soon. I thought you were only...
by Karen Malley | Jun 29, 2024 | Short Story
Brianna flopped onto the couch, exhausted. Her roommate, Megan, glanced up from her phone. “What’s wrong?” “I’m just wiped.” Megan raised her eyebrows. “Of course you are. You work two jobs, and when you’re not at work, you’re at church.” “That’s not true. I’m only at...
by Karen Malley | Jun 15, 2024 | Short Story
“You’re in town now?” Kristi gripped the phone, unable to contain her excitement. “I know it’s last minute, but I have an unexpected layover. I’ll be in town until tomorrow morning.” Kristi beamed. “Sue, I don’t care that it’s last minute. Where’s your hotel? I can be...
by Karen Malley | Jun 6, 2024 | Short Story
Rebecca perched on the edge of the chair in the busy office. She glanced at the clock. Yes, she was early for her interview with the principal, but Linda, his secretary, allowed her to wait in the office, giving her a chance to get a feel for the place. Pressing her...
by Karen Malley | Jun 1, 2024 | Short Story
“And don’t forget to sign up on the meals list. We have a few new moms and some others who could use our help right now.” Mabel stacked her papers. “That’s all for tonight. Have a wonderful week.” Susan tucked her Bible study notes into her purse and gathered her...
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