Category: Writing

Word Count: ~4100 The light of the forge threw deep shadows across her face as she hammered and heated the metal, pounding free a spray of sparks. Each strike echoed across the meadow like the ring of a tired bell. She worked each section until … Continue reading“Decursed” An Exercise

Elise woke up fully by the third alarm. Interrupting the cheerful chimes, she rolled out of bed, picked up her water bottle, unplugged her cellphone, and staggered her way out of the bedroom. Draining the lukewarm water, she opened her apps in order, skimmed all … Continue reading“Routine” A Short Story