glimpses shared by our authors
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"Brace for impact." I feel arms wrap around my waste as my scooter veers right. The road is gravelly, not unlike the rough roads I used to take my anger ... read more -
"I'll agree to move, but only if you agree to enjoy a cup of coffee with me first. I would hate for us to leave on bad terms." The boy ... read more -
pull the shades down, this will be easier if i can't see you well. just pull the shades down, i don't want to know it's you. pull the shades down, ... read more -
1 September 29, 2010 Michelle was the happiest person on the face of the earth. Being surrounded by friends and family, she celebrated her eighteenth birthday with great joy and ... read more -
"I'm sorry, guys." Michelle said, sitting back on the couch. She put her head in her hands. Her soulders hitched for a moment. She was wanting to cry, but forcing ... read more -
I am loyal. I am faithful. It is an apparent fault. I give too much. These are my flaws, I see little to no value in myself. I will give ... read more -
last night a 35-year-old multimillionaire fell in love with me. I guess my vow to stay in and sleep all weekend was broken on the first night of it, and ... read more -
He lifted his head to gaze at her with his hauntingly wistful eyes, and Elaine felt relief that he couldn't see most of her face due to her enormous sunglasses. ... read more -
And what have we learnt, hmm? Well, let's see. Terry taught me I can't trust anyone, that even the person you thought would never hurt you, will. Badly. Jacob taught ... read more -
No more hugs. No more contact. Not with anyone. Because that is where the trouble started. That is where the little bit of light came from. If I don't reach ... read more
