The wind howled through the ancient trees, carrying with it the scent of something familiar, something forgotten. Mara stood at the edge of the clearing, staring into the deep, murky waters of the lake. Her feet trembled as they sank into the soft earth. She knew this place—hadn’t she always known it? The memories came … Continue reading Flash Fiction: Reunion of the Soul
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Flash Fiction: The calling Crystal
The Calling Crystal sat on the old oak shelf, its smooth, translucent surface glowing faintly under the dim light of the attic. Clara had always been drawn to it, though she had never quite understood why. Her grandmother, who had passed just last year, had always warned her never to touch it. "There's power in … Continue reading Flash Fiction: The calling Crystal
Flash Fiction: Balance at Least
https://melissalemay.wordpress.com/2025/01/06/melissas-fandango-flash-fiction-challenge-302/ The image was created by Lester Names Beall. It can be found at Library of Congress on Unsplash. The lamp beside her flickered softly, casting long shadows on the walls of the small room. Agnes sat in her rocking chair, its familiar creak accompanying the rhythmic motion of her hands. A needle threaded with cotton moved … Continue reading Flash Fiction: Balance at Least
Flash Fiction: The Graveyard Next Door
The Graveyard Next Door Maggie had always known something was off about the house next door. It was old, far older than the others on the block, with ivy crawling up its weathered brick and windows that never seemed to reflect the sunlight quite right. But it wasn’t just the house itself—no, it was the … Continue reading Flash Fiction: The Graveyard Next Door
Melissa’s Fandango Flash Fiction Challenge #298
This week Melissa’s Fandango Flash Fiction Challenge. Each week she will post an image she grabs off the internet and challenge bloggers to write a flash fiction piece or a poem inspired by the image. There are no style or word limits. This Week's Photo The image below is from Liudmyla Shalimova on Pexels. Whispers in the Roses The … Continue reading Melissa’s Fandango Flash Fiction Challenge #298
Flash Fiction: Shapeshifting 101
Emma sat cross-legged in the center of the meadow, the grass swaying softly under a wind that seemed to whisper secrets. She could feel the warmth of the sun on her skin, the hum of energy in the air. This was the moment. "Remember," her teacher, Tessa, said from behind her, "shapeshifting isn’t just about … Continue reading Flash Fiction: Shapeshifting 101
Flash Fiction: The Seven Veils
In a forgotten village nestled at the edge of a vast, sacred desert, a young seeker named Amara stood before an ancient temple, its towering pillars etched with symbols of wisdom and mystery. The elders of her village had spoken of this temple in hushed tones, warning that it held secrets both profound and perilous. … Continue reading Flash Fiction: The Seven Veils
Flash Fiction: The Third Eye
The Third Eye Sophie had always been a quiet observer, a passive presence in the world. She’d grown up in a small town where nothing much ever seemed to change. The days drifted by in a haze of routine, and Sophie, with her deep brown eyes, was content to stay in the shadows, watching life … Continue reading Flash Fiction: The Third Eye
Flash Fiction: The Celestial Dancer
The Celestial Dancer In a quiet, secluded valley nestled between mist-covered mountains, there was a place known only to a few—a sacred temple where the air seemed to hum with a mysterious energy. It wasn’t a place for worship in the traditional sense, but rather a sanctuary for those seeking connection with the unseen forces … Continue reading Flash Fiction: The Celestial Dancer
Flash Fiction: The Dream Weaver
In the sleepy town of Eldermere, nestled between rolling hills and ancient woods, there was an old cottage at the edge of the village. The cottage had long been abandoned—or so the townsfolk believed. The local children often dared each other to approach it, but none dared to cross its threshold. The windows, though cracked … Continue reading Flash Fiction: The Dream Weaver