“I’ll show ’em!” Hank shouted to himself as he violently pushed open the screen door and stormed out of the back of the house. The kid was angry, and in his anger he stomped his way across the yard, making his way to the barn. His father had just graciously reminded him that he had … Continue reading When Pigs Fly
Friday Fiction
Ethics
I didn’t know what to do and I was beginning to panic. The proctor had already handed out the blue books and had left to get his cup of coffee. I knew he would do that. And I knew that I only had a few seconds, maybe a minute, until he returned. After that, my … Continue reading Ethics
Cubicle Crush
She just sat there minding her own business. She didn’t know that Alex was sitting in the cubicle across from hers, awkwardly gazing in her direction. Maybe that’s because she was actually doing her job. Meanwhile, Alex leaned on his hand with a goofy expression on his face. He was like a kid in school … Continue reading Cubicle Crush
Shame
When he was a kid, he was constantly picked on. Being the youngest, the smallest, and the smartest in his class made him a target for the older kids. The first tie he was beaten up after school, the lead bully gave him a black eye. When the teacher saw the mark on Wilson's face, … Continue reading Shame
The Adventures of Lois Lane – Chapter 2
Lois Lane, Superman, and all related characters are property of DC Comics. Not sure what's happening? Be sure to check out Chapter 1 right here! Margot leaned against the kitchen table as she watched Lois carefully apply the dye to her hair. Lois' naturally dark hair would soon be a memory as she attempted to … Continue reading The Adventures of Lois Lane – Chapter 2
The Old Book
It was Alex’s day off and he had time to kill. On his days off, that was really the only kind of time he had. Most days, Alex would just read, watch movies, or binge watch The Office for the 83rd time. He mostly wanted to escape into some sort of entertainment that would help … Continue reading The Old Book
The Adventures of Lois Lane
What follows is a story that I've posted previously. It's the first chapter in a series of stories I've been wanting to write that takes a look at the story of Superman through the eyes of one of his most important supporting characters, Lois Lane. It began years ago when I was incredibly displeased with … Continue reading The Adventures of Lois Lane
Mastermixmovies’ Second Challenge
Name: ChloeSetting: SaunaObject: Toy spiderEmotion: Embarrassment "Chloe is going to totally freak out when she sees this!" Trevor said excitedly to himself as he unboxed his latest prank. In the comfort and privacy of his bedroom, the 13-year-old gently removed the bubble wrap from an over-sized mechanical tarantula. From the bottom of the box, he … Continue reading Mastermixmovies’ Second Challenge
BlankCanvas’ Challenge
Name: Miss MildredSetting: Steam TrainObject: HarmonicaEmotion: Disgust "Miss Mildred," whined little Sarah from the bed in her family's private train car. Mildred, the girl's nanny, rolled her eyes as she marked her place in her book and picked up the oil lamp by which she was reading. Mildred had made this trip with Sarah nearly … Continue reading BlankCanvas’ Challenge
Sarah’s Challenge
Name: JenSetting: PartyObject: A beer bottleEmotion: Curiosity Jen and Rob had been flirting back and forth for a couple weeks now. She didn't think she could call what they had a relationship. At least, not yet. For her, it was just exciting to get attention from a senior on the basketball team. Sure, he wasn't … Continue reading Sarah’s Challenge
The Confusing Middle 