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...
by Karen Malley | Sep 15, 2023 | Short Story
Jessica sat in the back of the room while her co-leader taught the Bible lesson. The five-year-olds squirmed, but most of them seemed to be paying attention. Suddenly, Danny left the carpet and scurried under the table, his hands over his head. Jessica hurried over...
by Karen Malley | Aug 31, 2023 | Short Story
Natalie strolled along the path through the forest. Sunlight filtered through the trees and a pair of squirrels chattered nearby, chasing one another across the forest floor. She turned toward her best friend. “This is exactly what I needed. Thank you so much for...
by Karen Malley | Aug 25, 2023 | Short Story
Sheila and Bryan strolled through the mall, hand in hand. “This is nice. I can’t remember the last time we did anything just the two of us.” Sheila squeezed Bryan’s hand as they passed a jewelry store. Bryan squeezed back. “It’s kind of sad that our date is shopping...
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