Flash Fiction

I avoided the Town of Salem’s Tears for 14 years.I was born and grew up here,but remember nothing.Part of me thinks that’s why I’m still alive.I was six years old…

I ever tell you the story about my red dangle earrings?It was Treat Yourself day.I lounged in my garden,dressed all bougie,minding my own Goddamn business,when it happened.Damn near screamed when…

CONTENT WARNING: Abuse, Violence Her left eye’s swollen shut.She chipped a tooth this time.The right side of her face pulses.“I won’t do it ever again.” he promises.​He seems sincere,like the other…

Mu Li Yu lived underground in a world of darkness.It was against the law to laugh, sing, or dance.The Surface Dwellers would hear.They were monsters.If they discovered you,they’d pull you…

Dear one,I’m sorry.Your father’s broken up with meand there’s nothing I can do.Can’t you see that I’m crying, too?I knew it was over,but I stayed for you.​I’m sorry,I hoped to…

The kids sit in anticipationas the bottle slows,then halts. ​​On one end it clearly points to Agatha,on the other end it rests between Harry and Tom.Tom pretends to hurl:Agatha’s the only…

A premonition comes over me.As I’m in line at the bus stop,the world darkensas though there are clouds in the cloudless sky. ​​“You okay?”asks the nice old lady behind me. ​​I see…

Sexy boss has her pinnedagainst the elevator.It’s not too late.She looks at the open elevator doors.She imagines there’s a version of her that leaves.One who considers her son and husbandand…

Hal peered over the bridgeat the waves 200 feet below.They lashed excitedly.Another Suicide.Another body to wash away.He nearly jumpedwhen a man grabbed hold. “Let's grab coffee.If you still want this after,I’ll…

The insides of the plane rattled,the seatbelt light flashed.This is why Lisa traveled by land.Why had she chosen today to face her fear?The nine-year-old girl traveling alonegrabs her hand:“It’s okay,…