My myopia, or what is commonly referred to as nearsightedness, progressed at an almost alarming rate. It started in second grade, when just a few …
Filling the Gap by Mary Elizabeth Garret
They stand, snow swirling around them, looking into each other’s eyes under the dim, fading light of lamppost. After years of not speaking to each …
A Magical Gift by Paula Becka
“Uh, thanks.” I gaze at the glum frame. A lamppost in a landscape of powdery snow is looking back at me. Pine trees peer in …
Star Party by Skyler Jaye Rutkowski
One of my favorite things to do is ask for Secrets. I like harboring words that are only meant for me. Sometimes I’ll see them …
Cold by Caroline Fuller
She stood by the green lamppost with the chipped paint showing red underneath. Snowflakes settled upon her face and carved lines down her cheeks. Or …
December Writing Challenge: Honorable Mentions — Róisin O’Donnell, Glorienne Broñola, Haleigh Diltz, and Emma English
These 100-word stories from December’s challenge were selected as Honorable Mentions. Those who completed this challenge are now encouraged to share their stories in the …
Lilith in the garden of evil by Shona Christie
Despair wants to keep me in a cage, gilded with moonstones, with bars of sharp teeth. I shudder inside and chew on the bones, refusing …
Teenagers Are NOT Apolitical
On a Tuesday night in early November, halfway around the world, millions of Americans were shocked at the outcome of their presidential election. My political …
I Teach My Daughter Forgiveness by Demi Richardson
My daughter recently had a birthday, but I couldn’t tell you how old she is. Here’s what I can tell you. When she was ten …