Short Stories

A man preparing to drive a white, painted finishing nail into a board with a hammer while his left hand supports the nail. A ladder, shop benches and tools are visible in the background.

The Earring

In 1984, I decided to pierce my left ear. I did it myself with a bag of ice, a sterilized needle, and a bar of soap.

(492 words)

A bright red umbrella site alone on an aged European, wet, gray brick street. Overlay of pianist playing piano.

I Stand Alone (a vignette)

Pianist and Composer, Jason Fervento asked,
“How does this song make you feel?”

(107 words)

Close-up of brass numbers on a maple wooden door. Apartment 13.

Still

A story of the forgotten.

(86 words)

An ancient warrior woman, wearing a copper and green helmet, holds a human skull in her hand and looks into its eyes.

The End

A short story about pride.

(674 words)

A woman's hand pressed against the glass, reaching out from within the fog.

Another day

A short story about commitment and sacrifice.

(267 words)

A semi-transparent clock with black Roman numerals in space.

Limitless

A short story about limits.

(256 characters)