Among the Sheep
"Little lamb’s gummy mouths flapped against the wilting tit of their mother. Saliva bubbled up between my canines and blood rushed. Stop....
The Swell
"My home town, Chapel Hill, is swelling like a wound trapped in healing the wrong way. Two middle school girls were hit by cars last...
Outposts of the Beyond: "In the Stars"
Xaiolui's doll-like face reflected in the windows of Shanghai. Her lips overlaid the skyscrapers, becoming full and blue, her dark locks...
Goofordian: Sandworm tunnels into Guilford’s heart
"Guilford College warmly welcomes new student Sandy Silstablaaaast into our community. Silstablaaaast has become big news, as he is our...
Snow in Oxford
In the “The Kings Arms” The taste of mulled wine, warm and spiced. Timber crackling in the fireplace. Coat racks heavy. The double-decked...
Poem: Kidnapped
Shut sooty door. I grip the knob, sucked in deep breaths. Turning the handle, a sliver of light invites me to freedom. Hands from behind...
Poem: Deepen
Her blood rushed as the storm shook her vibrant umbrella. With the sun pillowed by clouds, trees dim and rain drops slip down plums.