Great Dystopian Fiction by Alex Grehy “The trouble these days is that we just live too damn long.” The woman sitting in the rattan chair opposite nods her head then turns to look at the sun blazing over the tranquil ocean. …

Flash Fiction by Jason Smith Tom Kelly had plenty of time to think about the anonymous person who had hired him to kill his brother Conor. When he was told that this anonymous person had asked for him specifically and the amount of money this person was prepared to pay…

On December 1, 1994 Melissa “Missy” Witt was attacked and abducted from the Bowling World bowling alley in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Her car was left behind, but she was gone; just vanished. Her friends and family were sick with worry. Then on January 13, 1995 their worst fears were realized…

Great Dystopian Fiction by Chris Bunton Sandy did pushups in the center of the living room in her underwear. She dripped sweat from her buzzcut head on to the dirty plank floor with each pump. The room was dark. Furniture was set around facing a monitor. …

Great Flash Fiction by Scotch Rutherford June 8, 1980 Max was up before the sun. It was a habit he couldn’t shake. Three tours will do that to you. The hooker from the night before was asleep in her clothes next to him. He had that clammy feel on his…

Great Historical Fiction by Devin James Leonard Dear Mercer County Sheriff’s Department, My name is Winston, and by the time anyone should find this letter that I have left on the dining room table, I shall be long gone. The date is October 31, 1938, and the reason for my…

New Book by Melissa R. Mendelson Waken is a Sci-Fi Novella written by Melissa R. Mendelson in 2014. Earlier this year, she hired an editor and a cover designer for the book, and the book was re-released in April 2023. Melissa R. Mendelson has written numerous short stories that have…

Great Flash Fiction by Andy Betz The best murderers have an array of tactics, but heavily rely on just these strategies. The KISS principle: There is no need for exotic chemicals, disguises, or elaborate plans when committing murder. A simple shiv between the ribs is easy. A lateral thrust between…

Great Hitman Story by Thomas Falater The call came at 3 p.m. “Hello. Moss Plumbing,” Harold answered. “I have a customer for you. He’s got a leaky pipe that needs fixing.” “Yes, sir. I can do that for you. Shall I schedule you for a service call tomorrow, or does…