For this Flasher story, I wanted to write about an infestation – yes, again. But this one’s in a different format compared to my published infestation story “Silver” (in the collection Coping Mechanism). For this piece of flash fiction, I wanted to show one side of a phone call rather than exploring the larger story, Since “Silver” is about insects, I debated between featuring snakes or rats in this one. And then I decided it
It’s a stretch to suggest that my recurring sleep problems are horrific, or the stuff of nightmares. But if I’m experiencing even the tiniest amount of suffering, that count’s as horror, right? And there are so many horror movies out there that focus on sleep as cause for something horrific
On my way back from TFCon this past weekend, our group ended up making a number of pitstops along the way. One of those stops was at a mall, so obviously we did a little shopping. Especially since my friend was looking for a specific book at Chapters. And, since
Not only was my early pandemic writing an exercise in experimentation, it was also a great way to work through my frustrations and trauma. When I entered ReedsyPrompts contest #49 and used the prompt “Write a story that take place in a waiting room”, the story became a way for
I did it! After last month’s “failure” I finally finished Hearts in Atlantis and made some progress on my reading list goals. Being back at work in a temporary location meant more time on the bus, which resulted in me getting back that reading time I lost. I also had
The title of this particular check-in should give you an idea of how the past month has been for me. But really, when I am not overwhelmed? Anxiety is my default setting. I was off work for a good portion of June – spending my time writing, editing, and doing
It probably won’t surprise you to learn that of my earliest and most vivid memories is a horrific one. Who knows? Maybe it’s the reason why I don’t get too grossed out with all the blood and guts in horror movies and stories. I was 4 years old at the
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