Oubliette In the morning I looked around. I was startled that I hadn’t noticed the picture on the wall. It was a painting of a beautiful tree done in rich greens, aquas, and blues. I was even more startled when the picture fell off the wall revealing a passageway behind it. We stepped through and… Continue reading Oubliette – The Space Between Bookstore presented by A to Z 100 word stories
Nevermore It was a sad tale that haunted my sleep. Cord lived in a different part of the world, a world full of untold dangers. It was home though and he made the best of it. He had a small family and a little house. He had happiness. The world around them was in chaos… Continue reading Nevermore – The Space Between Bookstore presented by A to Z 100 word stories
Moonlight Whatever part of the bookstore we were in now had an open ceiling. The sky above us was magnificent, but I was shocked to see the moon. We had slipped quietly into night. We knew without speaking that the Croco would nestle in somewhere and sleep now because it doesn’t like the coolness of… Continue reading Moonlight – The Space Between Bookstore presented by A to Z 100 word stories
Likeness I couldn’t stop it from stealing across my mind. I could almost feel the weight of the book and feel the glossy pages with Croco-panthera Onca scrolled across the top of the page. The list of facts flashing in my mind: – Bit powerful enough to pierce animal shells – Pre-historic – Swift on… Continue reading Likeness – The Space Between Bookstore presented by A to Z 100 word stories
Knowledge We were still cautiously following twists and turns in a labyrinth of bookshelves. “Glitter,” I said as I rooted myself to the floor. “Explain now! What is hunting us, and who or what is Cord?” “Hunting us,” she sighed. A look of resignation crossed her face. “If you could have a mythical creature for… Continue reading Knowledge – The Space Between Bookstore presented by A to Z 100 word stories
Junk We found Cord sitting on a pocket lip playing with a button. He didn’t look up which was good because I was staring gap mouthed. “Cord!?” So much was wrapped into Glitter’s one utterance. It found you?” His voice was rich and deep. “Yes, is it hunting? Where did it come from?” “Olivia found… Continue reading Junk – The Space Between Bookstore presented by A to Z 100 word stories
Ignorant We had stopped running. “He didn’t tell me! Cord knows about everything’s coming and goings,” Glitter said. “How?” I asked. “Well he’s right at the front door all the time. It’s the only way in and out!” “All the time? I didn’t see anyone!” “He was there” she insisted without a trace of doubt… Continue reading Ignorant – The Space Between Bookstore presented by A to Z 100 word stories
Hunt My eyes saw a profile moving across one of the exit points. Glitter saw it too and as the shadow filled the opening she grabbed my hand. Her decision about me solidified; I wasn’t a threat. She turned and ran dragging me behind her. Glancing back a complete darkness had fallen over the octagon… Continue reading Hunt – The Space Between Bookstore presented by A to Z 100 word stories
Focal Point The shelves were turned to form an octagon shaped space. It was compact and filled with organized clutter. There were four exit points between shelves and I stood at one. Under my feet the carpet showed extensive wear. The other three exits were blocked by stacked books and dusty cobwebs. The space was… Continue reading Focal Point – The Space Between Bookstore presented by A to Z 100 word stories
Eye-opener Minty greens, pale pinks, powder blues, butter cream yellows, and soft purple beans decorated the inside of the jar. The vinyl chalkboard label on the side read “Caution: Do Not Open.” On closer inspection a faint rustling echoed from the jar paired with a subtle movement. The jar sat on a dusted desk in… Continue reading Eye-Opener – The Space Between Bookstore presented by A to Z 100 word stories
Brewing Coffee, Twisting Words & Breaking Pencils 