“Gustavo,” Javier yelled, scanning the woods. “Where are you?” His younger brother had insisted on playing hide and seek this time, and, of course, Gustavo’s coat was forest green. Perfect for hiding. “Are you lost?” a brittle voice asked. Javier spun, fists ready for a fight. An old woman with Read more…
This is the full version of the story. If you would like to read the shorter version that won 1st place in a local writing competition, click here and scroll to the bottom of the post. Despite what you’ve heard, I don’t enjoy preying on the young and hopeful. But Read more…
I had two choices, and neither guaranteed my safety. Crouching beside a tree, I let the crickets’ song ease my nerves. I knew taking the stone pathway to the river would leave me with no immediate cover, but the other option was a route through the woods where I might Read more…