Category: Short Stories

Recalculating Route – A Short Story

He plugged the address into the GPS. A few moments later, it spoke: “Calculating route.” It showed a blue line that carved a path on the small screen underneath his radio and CD player. It reminded Jasper of a snake, shining bright amongst a… Continue Reading “Recalculating Route – A Short Story”

Ring Around the Rosie – A Short Story

Rosemount Circle was a small island of houses in the centre of the city.  It was like living  inside of a postcard. All of the houses were different and some of them seemed to sprawl on forever. It was surrounded by a circle of… Continue Reading “Ring Around the Rosie – A Short Story”

Automatic Writer – A Short Story

“I’m stuck, Christine. I can’t get past this plot point. The characters won’t do what I want them to do.” Putting down her coffee mug, Christine gave Jason a knowing look. “You do this to yourself, you know. We go through this every time… Continue Reading “Automatic Writer – A Short Story”

Symbols, Keys and Doorways – A Short Story

“You don’t understand what you’re asking for.” James snorted. “I paid you didn’t I? Gave you money in exchange for a Symbol. I want what I paid for.” The wise man walked towards him. The wooden floors of his shop creaked under each footstep.… Continue Reading “Symbols, Keys and Doorways – A Short Story”

The Number of the Beast – A Short Story

* For Alexandra Noseworthy who is beautiful and awesome and filled with light.    They had once called her The Iron Maiden. The name had been a misnomer. She carried an Épée. It was her sword of choice when fencing. It had a long… Continue Reading “The Number of the Beast – A Short Story”