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A Dark Day: Three Line Tales

Posted on January 13, 2018 by

A black cloud of methane gas hung over the city, threatening its existence. The residents hid indoors breathing through wet hankies. The authorities searched for the source. “Sanititation officer 32CK338 here. I’ve found a s crush of cows and  the … Continue reading →

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Vision: Three Line Tales

Posted on December 23, 2017 by

Juliet’s friends warned her but she laughed them off. It was common practice to date off the internet. Now, she stared nervously at their meeting place. Her stomach clenched. Dread invaded her bones. She fought flight. ‘Dam,’ she thought, ‘the … Continue reading →

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Hats for Refugees: Friday Fictioneers

Posted on December 21, 2017 by

She fell asleep watching television, reading, even at the computer. She fell asleep anywhere but in her bed. “There’s something wrong with me. I can’t stay awake.” “No there isn’t. You’re ninety Mum. Old people sleep a lot. Even I … Continue reading →

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The patient: Friday Fictioneers

Posted on November 30, 2017 by

Fran was allocated the new arrival in Bed 6.  Despite the handover she was unprepared for the stench that filled her nostrils on entering the cubicle. He lay, unconsious, in a foetal position. The pores of his skin black with … Continue reading →

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Birds: Three Line Tales Week 91

Posted on October 28, 2017 by

Jarrod enticed the birds with the poisoned biscuit. Rumour had it the stones would topple if the birds departed. Soon he’d know. The birds came, talons cutting, beaks pecking, wings flapping but none ate. The only departure was Jarrod as … Continue reading →

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Walking on Water: Friday Fictioneers

Posted on October 25, 2017 by

  “I’m going to the ampitheatre.” Bhoudi stamped her foot. “I have to, if I’m to be saved.” “We should go with her. What if the end of the world is nigh?” Bhoudi smiled her thanks to her mother. She … Continue reading →

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Sunday School Picnic: Three Line Tales, Week 87

Posted on September 30, 2017 by

A scream of terror interrupted the egg and spoon race. Parents raced into the quietness of the wide sandy banks of the river. Another scream. One of anguish. The other parents converged. All that could be seen was an arm … Continue reading →

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