"I don't stand at those disgusting things when I pee," Solomon Nguyen shouted over his shoulder. His friend Andy Smith approached the urinal on the wall to relieve himself. Water splashed and Solomon began his exposition on the cleanliness of public restroom facilities anew.
Read MoreA lone wolf howled at the approaching night when Andrew noticed a strange log covered with a clear glistening film. The three hikers searched for firewood in the high alpine desert grove by Hellroaring Creek. The backcountry campsite was reserved for one night, the only time they had available for each other.
Read MoreA strong wind blew through the open window, and toppled the dead potted plant. The rolling terra cotta pot knocked over a half empty bottle of beer. And the two went over the edge of the kitchen table with a crash. A lightning bolt tore through his brain without remorse or forgiveness.
Read MoreThe drum vibrated with a familiar call. “Oy, get lost then,” the soldier said. “We haven’t need of you here, boy. The battle’s lost. You ‘ave eyes to see, ain’t ya.” He squatted over another wounded soldier.
Read More“We can go bigger,” Baker Nell said. “We’ve got to,” Baker Sue said. Along with their team of twenty-nine other bakers, the two head chefs pushed aside their largest attempt at The World’s Biggest Cookie yet, and started over.
Read MoreDusk fell over the small town, and porch lights flared. She reached for the large, orange plastic bowl and set it on the kitchen counter. Above the refrigerator, she had stored a month's worth of fun-size candies.
Read MoreThe phrase "red sky at morning, sailor take warning" echoed through his mind as the sun rose on the horizon. The wide planks of the deck cooled his cheek. He flattened both palms against the ship and pressed hard.
Read MoreThe bird fell from the branch and crushed a new daffodil. The boy bent at the waist, then knelt beside the small robin. He pushed aside bright green fronds and snapped another young flower off at the stem.
Read MoreThe small fishing boat bobbed up and down in the gentle surf. In the world far below, fish darted to and fro seeking their next meal. And escaped from being one.
Read MoreCemetery Dance Publications has a strong track record of picking winners, and they’ve found a consistent winner in John Mantooth!
Read MoreJonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach can’t take more than half an hour to read. Yet - it carries wisdom that takes a lifetime to master.
Read MoreCan you believe that I never even knew the story existed as a novel before it was a film? Reading the book that inspired the classic coming-of-age film is an entirely other experience!
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