The Ash Burned Us Most By John Calligan The bones of the dragon had become a monument. Ribbons woven between its ribs cast shadows across the scrubland as the moon rose big and red above the Honey Moors. For decades, people had decorated its resting place, hoping to calm the wrath … Continue reading The Ash Burned Us Most–Novella–Complete
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Wayfaring Princess–Chapter 1–Web Serial
Welcome to "Wayfaring Princess." This sweet, romantic sword and sorcery tale will run for 20+ weeks and come to a conclusion, I promise. Chapter 1 The stone tiles of the temple courtyard burned in the summer sun. Mountain air swirled through the open doors and surrounding columns, carrying the scent of pine. Ada knelt … Continue reading Wayfaring Princess–Chapter 1–Web Serial
Mini-Flash Fiction: Zebra
I wrote this piece for an On the Premises mini-contest. It didn't win, but I like how it turned out, so I wanted to share it with you here. The rules of the contest were: 30-50 words, and one must be "zebra". Pretty simple, right? How would you improve on this poem? If you have … Continue reading Mini-Flash Fiction: Zebra
Flash Fiction – The Moon Goddess
Petitioners huddled in their furs around the bonfire. They danced in circles, poured wine, and sang songs in honor of the sun. Only they could bring it back to life, or so their story goes. Diana wanted to feel what they felt. Wanted to know why they hated her. Her light shined on a sea … Continue reading Flash Fiction – The Moon Goddess