“Allison, unlock this,” Seth whispered, with his mouth perched where the door and frame met. “I’m worried.” He jiggled the crystal doorknob. “Actually, I’m getting
Author: Julie Kusma, Author
Julie Kusma, the author of Pigglety Pigglety Poo (children's), STUCK THAT WAY AND OTHER QUANDARIES, UNBIND, and SHIFT, writes speculative fiction, children's and general fiction. Her paranormal, supernatural, and horror stories contain simple truths about our human experience, and shines a light on shadows with weird situations, unexpected themes, and twisted endings. She holds a Master of Science in Health Education, and a Master on Arts in English, Creative Writing, Fiction. Former content writer with Coffee House Writers.
The Crooked Crone
For the third time today, the word sign stole my attention. First, I woke to an old song touting signs were everywhere. I didn’t take any particular
Misery Island
The speedboat chopped through the waves as it raced toward the island. Beth tugged on the strap across Lizzie’s chest. The makeshift harness held firm. Three others
A Girl Named Crow
Crimshaw Payne was Crow. Not full-blooded, or even half, but she had enough of her ancestor’s blood in her veins to feel the Great Spirit flow
When Bees Buzz
The bailiff held the door, and Millis shuffled through. He moved with little effort, having learned the precise gait the shackles allowed. The morning sun
Angel
Our children haunt our hearts with joy and agony. We bleed for them and kiss their wounds, wishing we could take their pain. Nothing surpasses our love for
