Word count 864 Where Mildred fed Bob Bill Tope and Doug Hawley Daphne and Stu stood at the picture window overlooking the front yard of their mother's home, talking quietly. "I don't know," said Daphne, "something's not right with Mom." Together they peered out the window … Continue reading Evergreen
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The Vorg
Aliens - Good or Bad? Shoot first or talk first Word count 839 The Vorg Bill Tope and Doug Hawley Sally was standing at the kitchen window over the sink one night, peering into the darkness, when the saucer landed in her back … Continue reading The Vorg
Asha
Looks about right for the story Word count 541 Bill Tope and Doug Hawley Asha sashayed across the London tavern floor, looking every bit the exotic, strikingly beautiful Indian ex-pat. As she walked, men turned on their barstools to regard her, thinking, I'd like some … Continue reading Asha
Dracula’s Assistant
When not at work Word count 569 Bill Tope and Doug Hawley I sat on a cold plastic chair with a little arm rest on either side, awaiting my med tech. Into the small white room stepped a twenty-something woman in burgundy scrubs … Continue reading Dracula’s Assistant
Another Day After (Bill Tope and Doug Hawley)
help needed Word Count 972 Another Day After Bill Tope And Doug Hawley "I went to an AA meeting the other night," said Tom, taking a sip of his drink. A what?" I inquired with little interest. We were nursing bloody Marys the … Continue reading Another Day After (Bill Tope and Doug Hawley)
Adventure
Couldn't find a trashed Mustang Word count 895 Adventure Bill Tope and Doug Hawley "I really appreciate you driving me to my appointment today, Cindy," said Molly, slipping into the other woman's lime green 1968 Mustang. Cindy was a volunteer Sunday school teacher … Continue reading Adventure
Damsel
Word count 833 A silent film for gentlemen’s entertainment. Plain script is the film, italics are the titles. Jason rushed to save Becky as Simon tied her to the railroad tracks. The plucky and handsome Jason yelled at Simon “Turn that damsel loose, or … Continue reading Damsel
We Quit
They don't look anything like this, but free images were limited Word count 537 Generic Network Announcer: Instead of the announced presidential debate tonight, the candidates have a surprise announcement. Candidate Ego: I’m dropping out of the race. I’ve got better things to do, and … Continue reading We Quit
Were What?
Just a woman and her Were Setter having fun Word count 827 The childless couple Duke and Jen gave up on getting pregnant the usual way. Duke said “I’m so happy that your artificial insemination was by Ben. We chose the right donor – with … Continue reading Were What?
Lover
Word count 512 Payback hurts. Not allowed to display outside of Tuxtails. See https://www.tuxtailspublishing.com/lover-by-doug-hawley/.
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