The Carpenter
Splitting Axe: Has a sharp, tapered head that is easily able to cut into logs. Splits along the grain. Good for making kindling. Austin tensed as Michael got into bed.…
Taken for a ride
Tom was pleased to see the official rickshaw stand. He’d read about unlicensed rickshaws overcharging, or worse... You're going to have to work a little harder to read this story.…
The people collector
“But that’s not how I want to spend the bank holiday.” “It’ll be all right.” You looked at me with a slightly raised eyebrow. “It will. I bet there’ll be…
One boy and the sea
The bright sun reflected off the wet sand and dazzled him as he stood before the calm sea. He held his hand up, covering the sun, and allowing him to…
Recipe for success
She swore at the prime minister who had just announced a covid lockdown. Like many people she’d been obsessed with the covid data and knew that lockdown made sense, but…
Do you love me?
“Do you actually love me?” He hesitated and she took that as an answer without waiting to hear what he had to say. It was raining, he was cold and…