Fortunes Told: A thief, who stole young women’s hearts, while his was owned by another… — There he was again, staring right at her. His wagon and strawberry roan mare parked on the green. Alice blushed and averted her eyes, his after-image engraved upon her mind. Determined to speak to him yet rooted to the spot. Moving slowly, deliberately towards her, his slender, loose hips swaggered…

Let me tell you a story of late 1980s London. One of unrequited love, loyalty, sex-of-sorts, a dark-brooding male and a super-hot babe. — There I was on my way to meet my best friend from work. My best friend, who incidently I was in love with. His office was in a posh West End of London square. But this story is not about him, it’s about Gino…and me. I was feeling savvy and…

The fresh flowers mock me with their blushing petals and budding folds… — I cannot believe what is happening. Another wedding bouquet has just entered the room, along with a young bride. They are both in bloom, radiating spring and exuberance. But this is my territory. I’ve been displayed on the bedchamber dressing table ever since the moment mistress clasped me close to…

I remember when he would have forgone those last few drinks and rushed upstairs to be with me — Coming out of a light sleep, I stretch my leg over to the other side of the bed and find cold sheets. Then, turning to the digital clock, I realise I have been dozing, waiting for over two hours. It is 01:36. Switching on the lamp, I get up and…

Jack suggested we pay someone to take care of the house dirt so I had more time to get down and dirty with him… — “Noooo…” Sobbing, I fall to my knees and grab Jack’s ankles before my hands wrap around his legs, clawing at his thighs. I wish I could turn back the clocks. I suppose it started when I was a young kid. Dad ran off with the…

But rather than listless, I feel immediate love… — Got to get out. Clear my head. The forest is the only place I feel sane at the moment. The air is so pure. I can breathe slower. See more vividly. Think with clarity. Just as I come into a clearing, I see her. Naked. Laying on a mossy bank…

Eyes as dark as the devils and his smile as wicked too — CW: Great Loss… It was nearly my time. Relatives came. Hovered. Sat with a hanky to their face, feigning tears, when really they were protecting their sense of smell and mortality. The odour of the dying is never sweet, but always recognisable. I faded in and out of consciousness, while…

Secrets, Lies and Takeaways — The scene — Amy and Beth are twenty-something flat mates and best friends. Every other Friday evening they get together to gossip, share a meal and a bottle of wine. This particular evening, they are sitting at the wooden kitchen table. …

The sea called and Jade answered, to Billy’s wonderment. — Strangely, Jade’s long slender legs were not the first thing Billy noticed when she joined him at his table, the last chair remaining in the popular cafe. It was that a few of her toes, peeking through open-toed sandals, were slightly webbed. He couldn’t remember who mentioned the sea, but…

If Jack was a lie, why would I cry? — “Le’me join in. Please.” I was tired of not having any friends. “No. We’re talking about sex. What we do with our boy… friends.” Bee walked towards me and stabbed me in the chest with her bony forefinger a few times, “you don’t…” then she grabbed my ponytail and pulled…

The dragon swam up alongside, breathing blue flames into the air — We’d been at sea for one year, two months, three weeks and four days before the ocean dragon appeared. For quite some time I had been in my cabin— sick, as the swell of the waves tossed around our large trawler as if she was a featherweight dinghy. Eventually my…

100 words: I stand at the helm, a higher rank and class in every way… — These young men are puppets in a corporate world. I stand at the helm, a higher rank and class in every way. Looking on encouragingly as they file forwards and hope to catch a glimpse of me or my colleagues. Wanting a higher position. But most are not ready to…

Fiction: Missing him has become part of who I am — When the church lights up at night, the building looks magnificent from the cemetery. It’s the best time to visit the grave. I try to go as often as possible, as missing him has become part of who I am. It’s pointless to keep away. Occasionally, walking along the path…

Let’s get this over with… Knock. Knock. “Oh, it’s you. At last. Did you forget your keys? And where have you been?” “Enough questions. Gees… I’m back, and I need to talk to yer about that threat. The one yer messaged me this morning.” “Threat?” “Yeah, it’s been on my…

A solitary tear sported his left cheek, and my heart went out to him. — My mate was having a party, in a hall. Witches and clowns! And I can tell you, I’d come across a few of both in my time. But, should I be a witch, or a clown? I decided, as my hair was black with eyes almost to match, being the…

Instead I would dream of crashing waves and undulating dunes. — I met Pam on the beach when I was twelve. My family had just moved into the area and I was thrilled to be living so near the sea. I couldn’t wait to hear the roar of the ocean and feel the sand run through my fingers. I noticed her…

Walking up to the store counter, I addressed the girl behind the till, “I’d like to buy a …” The shop assistant interrupted my request and replied, “One moment, please, Madam.” Turning, she served someone else. I’m not keen on being ignored. I certainly do not like being called madam…

Things are not always as they seem — Sixth sense. Intuition. Call it what you will. Things are not always as they seem. Most people who know me would say I’m an intuitive person. Particularly for a man. I possess an innate gut instinct. I trust it, too. …

I’m the luckiest gal on earth because I love me job. — Hi ho, hi ho, off to work I go… Nowadays, I hum that little tune as I take my morning shower. When people ask me why my answer is always the same… I’m the luckiest gal on earth because I love me job. Couldn’t believe it when I was chosen…