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Flash in the Pan
Stories brought to you in a thousand words or less.

"Wild Eyes"  [E]
Look in the dumpster, the crude note read, and Andrea feared the worst, as she hadn’t heard from her father in months.
Second place winner in the "Invalid Item"  contest.
Approximately 1,000 words.


"Stopping Thunder"  [18+]
"You see, boy, I have this odd talent."
Approximately 500 words.


"The Carnival"  [13+]
Forgotten errand, forgotten life.
Approximately 500 words.


"Bone to Click"  [18+]
Dr. Milt learns that not all habits are bad.
Approximately 500 words.


Best Sellers
Some of the favorites, covering a variety of genres.

"Astray"  [13+]
This blend of science fiction, horror, and romance immerses the reader in a world where man’s pursuit of scientific progress results in a disaster of unimaginable proportions.
First place winner in the "Invalid Item"  2004 contest.
Approximately 3,000 words.


"Phantom Pain"  [18+]
A man encounters a stranger at the airport holding a sign that bears his name.
First place winner in the "Invalid Item"  contest.
Approximately 6,000 words.


Raymond Dempsey had the simple folk of Stillwater eating from the palm of his hand—at least until he crossed paths with an old-timer known only as Pinky. How the guy knew the things he did, Raymond hadn’t a clue, but he wasn’t going to take any chances by letting the man live long enough to tell anyone else. Now, with the blood of the town’s eldest and most beloved citizen on his hands, Raymond’s on the run, doing his best to protect his freedom, his reputation, and his life. But along the way he makes a discovery that brings his own sanity into question, and he soon learns that you never know who you’ll run into on . . .
"The Path of Evil"  [18+]
Approximately 20,000 words.


Atlantic City, July 23, 2004. Justin McGrath holds in his hand what many consider to be the key to happiness. But since discovering a gift from his deceased father fewer than twenty-four hours ago, Justin’s life has become a whirlwind of mystery, excitement, and danger. Now he has a few decisions to make: decisions that could bring him everything he ever dreamed of, or cost him his life. Follow Justin in this fast-paced, action-packed novella and find out if he truly does hold the key to happiness or if he is simply the last of . . .
"A Dying Breed"  [18+]
Approximately 22,000 words.



Great Works from Other Authors
Do yourself a favor: check out these stories.

"The 'Perfect Story' Showcase"  [ASR]
A handful of exceptional stories I have found and recognized with an Awardicon.