The Conductor

The Conductor

Darin listened intently to the elder. He had heard the story many times, but, today it was different, made more sense. Or less. He wasn’t sure which. But it called to him in some way. “Teacher?” he asked, interrupting. Teacher was what the youth of his village called...
The Tourist

The Tourist

Miriam was in the box stores again when I saw the woman. She walked in front of my parking spot. I don’t think she saw me. Hell, I don’t think she saw anything. Not the dozens of cars, the stores. Nothing. And, yet, I believe she saw everything too. I’m not even sure...
Ant Farm

Ant Farm

The rain was coming down heavy. Each drop pounded like a small hammer onto Reggie’s already soaked scalp. Once the sponge of his hair was full enough, a torrent would escape down his forehead and run across his eyes. He blinked the momentary distraction away. He...
Out of Gas

Out of Gas

It won’t be long now; I can see it coming, just over the hill. It’s been five hours since it started. Five long hours. But this here deck chair is comfortable. And I’ve got a dozen beer. Well, had; three left now. It’ll be enough, judging by how fast it’s moving. And...
Inside the Worm

Inside the Worm

Inside the worm is a hard place to be. I should know, I had been in there for four days already when I got company. Luckily the worm had swallowed my whole camp — tent, rations, portable library, everything. But, of course, it wasn’t luck. No, it was all part of the...
I Am Not Audra Steffenberger

I Am Not Audra Steffenberger

You all know me. Some of you love me. Others hate me. But I don’t exist. I never did. That might be a lot to digest. Some of you are already calling bullshit. However, it’s the truth. Let me state it another way. I am Audra Steffenberger. I am not Audra Steffenberger....