Short Story: The Glancing Hour, Part Three

The story reaches its conclusion as the two boys venture onto an unnatural battlefield, trapped in a single moment of time. *** Here in Cloverbow Field, even the starlight had frozen into countless silver drops. As Ben and Curtis navigated across the barren meadow — between whorls of barbed wire, trenches, and the craters of … Continue reading Short Story: The Glancing Hour, Part Three

Short Story: The Glancing Hour, Part Two

Today I offer the second installment of my three-part short story. Check back on Saturday for the harrowing conclusion! *** Ben and Curtis followed the road to a river, only to find its old wooden bridge had vanished. Befuddled, they scoured the muddy riverbank, but not so much as a plank or nail remained. The … Continue reading Short Story: The Glancing Hour, Part Two

Short Story: The Glancing Hour, Part One

This week, instead of my usual flash fiction and microfiction, I'm posting a full-length short story. It stars a pair of young friends who bravely journey through a mysterious, magical night to heal old wounds and lay the past to rest. I'll be posting Part 2 on Thursday, and Part 3 on Saturday. I hope … Continue reading Short Story: The Glancing Hour, Part One