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A Simple Misunderstanding by Chris Dean. Read online at Theme of Absence.com.

A Simple Misunderstanding by Chris Dean

Short Stories

The Rangarian ambassador stared across his desk, a look of confusion dulling his yellow eyes. "What …

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The Grandfathers of Benson's Corners by Roy Dorman

The Grandfathers of Benson’s Corners by Roy Dorman

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It's often said that some men have evil in their hearts, which sometimes leads us to wonder how that …

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"World Builder" by R. Michael. Read online at Theme of Absence.com

World Builder by R. Michael

Short Stories

Rich spent three grueling hours combing the nebula.  Near the heart of the cosmic cloud, the pilot …

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Interview with author R. Michael

Author Interview: R. Michael

Interviews

R. Michael lives in rural Minnesota and is happily married. He has one son and a border collie foot …

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The Food Critic by Carol Scheina

Short Stories

"She wants the zombie beef!" Pierre's voice burst over the orchestra of banging pots and stirring …

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Interview with author Carol Scheina

Author Interview: Carol Scheina

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Carol Scheina is a deaf writer living in a traffic-jammed world, dreaming of new places to explore. …

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"Of Ships, Crews And Chance Encounters" A short story by Martin Lochman. Read online at Theme of Absence.com

Of Ships, Crews And Chance Encounters by Martin Lochman

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The last member of the crew is dying and there is nothing the Ship can do about it. His body shakes …

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"Bullies" A short story by Damien Krsteski. Read online at Theme of Absence.com.

Bullies by Damien Krsteski

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"It's okay," Jon's therapist said. "They're gone. Just breathe." Tears came to Jon's eyes, fogging …

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Interview with author Damien Krsteski

Author Interview: Damien Krsteski

Interviews

Damien Krsteski writes fiction and develops software, and some of his stories have appeared in …

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"Reflections" A short story by Lamont Turner. Read online at Theme of Absence.

Reflections by Lamont Turner

Short Stories

The two men sat staring at one another across the silver table in the center of the silver room. …

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Interview with author Lamont Turner

Author Interview: Lamont Turner

Interviews

Lamont Turner’s stories have appeared in numerous online and print publications, including “Death …

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"Bookstore" A short story by Jeremiah Minihan. Read online at Theme of Absence

Bookstore by Jeremiah Minihan

Short Stories

You might think that my first panicked thoughts would be how to get out. But I was not scared, …

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