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The Second Disease by Court Ellyn

Short Stories

There is a chair and it is mine. I fill it while monitoring the sensors and scanners on this …

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Author Interview: Court Ellyn

Author Interview: Court Ellyn

Interviews

Though Court Ellyn started writing historical fiction when she was fourteen, her interest slowly …

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"Terran Museum of History" A short story by Ryan Harris. Read online at Theme of Absence.

Terran Museum of History by Ryan Harris

Short Stories

"This is our newest exhibit," said the curator. "Terran Origins." The grand hallway darkened as …

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"The Emancipation of Google" A short story by C.R. Berry. Read online at Theme of Absence.

The Emancipation of Google by C.R. Berry

Short Stories

“Morning, Mum.” “Morning, darling.” “Please could I have a summary of the events that led to …

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10 Questions with author C.R. Berry

Author Interview: C.R. Berry

Interviews

C.R. Berry is a British author who writes conspiracy thrillers with a sci-fi or fantasy bent. Berry …

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A Lifetime of Devilish Haunts by Clark Roberts

A Lifetime of Devilish Haunts by Clark Roberts

Short Stories

The first time the man saw the Devil in a familiar face was during the Persian Gulf War.  The enemy …

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10 questions with author Clark Roberts.

Author Interview: Clark Roberts

Interviews

Clark Roberts writes mostly short stories in the genres of horror and fantasy. His fiction has …

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"9 Broken Circle" A short story by Jonathan King. Read online at Theme of Absence.

9 Broken Circle by Jonathan King

Short Stories

At least I have the right street, Jacob thought as he pulled up to the cul-de-sac curb. Judging by …

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Interview with author Jonathan King.

Author Interview: Jonathan King

Interviews

Jonathan King is a library assistant at North Greenville University and a writer of speculative …

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"Death Song" A short story by Ronald Schulte. Read online at Theme of Absence.

Death Song by Ronald Schulte

Short Stories

In the evening, you'd often find me on the back porch with my guitar. I'd play almost every night, …

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10 Questions with author Ronald Schulte

Author Interview: Ronald Schulte

Interviews

Ronald Schulte is an avid reader and writer  of speculative fiction. His short story "Home Brew" has …

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The Impossible Place by Eliza Victoria

Short Stories

Anton held Eric's hand as he lay bleeding after he was wounded by Belshazzar. It was not the …

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