Stories tagged with "thoughts"
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In the World's Eyes

I wasn’t scared.
Everyone’s biggest fear is falling through the sky. Nightmares have proved that time and time again.
But I…
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It's a Long Drive to Sleazeville Motel

Trazelli made a few calls. He had people on the inside, officers on the force, motel clerks where he’d pay handsomely for an …
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Cinderella Re-Spun (Part 5)

“Ella, get my back, would you? The scrub brush is on the shelf. I’d like you to get the rose water, as well,” Elizabeth spoke…
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The Truth Lies Within....
Tell me if this ain’t true….
have you ever been listening to your music with your headphones, and suddenly think you hear …
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China Patterns

My grief was now replaced with anger. I grabbed my empty teacup, my mother’s favorite china pattern, and threw it as hard as …
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The Writer Receives a Phonecall

“Despite your name,” I said, “I don’t really know anything about you.”
“That’s true,” Raine agreed, avoiding my eyes. “B…
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The Writer Talks About Herself

Breakfast was a quiet affair. He seemed a little…absorbed. I had made some eggs and pancakes, and drizzled it over with map…
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Be Careful What You Wish For...
Lily sat in the front row, hands clasped and her face craned downwards, looking at her lap as if it were the most interesting…
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Immunity

I couldn’t help but see Alice’s point.
“Yes, you’re right, Alice.”
“As usual.”
“Hmm. Tell me something.”
“I always do.”
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Interruption

Just then there was a tentative knock on the door. Marisa’s mouth made an “O” shape. I motioned for her to be quiet and then …