50 word story. #Inktober2020writersedition Rows of dunes surrounded the lake like guardians. The blustery wind had calmed and the woodland creatures felt safe to come out of hiding. They curiously wandered toward the new formations. An opening appeared in each one and shimmering bodies floated out like balloons. Without hesitation, they protected the earth. My… Continue reading Day 13: Dune
#Inktober2020writersedition "Whee!" Peridot beamed as he slid down for the tenth time on flower petals. He fluttered his wings that were now slathered in nectar along with the rest of his tiny body. Clover grinned when he rolled down. "Let's go again," said Clover. Peridot nodded "Race you to the top!" Follow my author journey… Continue reading Day 12: Slippery
#Inktober2020writersedition The fetid swamp now had a trail of blood that stirred the insects to follow it. My sword dug into the bottom like an oar, while my left carried the head of a crimson knight. My exhausted body struggled to the shore. At last, my fingers gripped the carpeted earth. Follow my FB page… Continue reading Day 10: Hope
#Inktober2020writersedition 50 word stories. "RUN!" She screamed. Her son, teary-eyed, hesitated before sprinting to the mirror that nestled between two decaying stumps. Their attackers were close behind and grabbed his mother. Quickly she ripped off her ruby necklace and threw it towards her son. "Catch!" He caught it and disappeared into the mirror alone. If… Continue reading Day 9: Throw
50 word story. #Inktober2020writersedition My face once full of color was now drained of pigment. As I stared into his peridot eyes, I knew he had forgotten me. His spear-like teeth were inches away from shredding me beyond recognition. I trembled and my hair whipped violently back when he let out a guttural growl.
50 word story. #Inktober2020writersedition Silas hurried up the decaying steps to a door that towered over him like a bear. He opened the door. The place was bustling with creatures in elegant suits and floor-length gowns that sparkled. Laughter and the sound of goblets clinking together wafted out the door like a dream escaping.
50 word story. #Inktober2020writersedition A devious grin spread on my face. I felt the intimate tug of my master like an imaginary vine had wrapped around me. I welcomed my transformation as my bones cracked, my skin shrunk, and my face shifted. I ran freely unnoticed. Although I was small, purpose filled my bones.
50 word story. #Inktober2020writersedition Diving into the chilly pond, my bubbles looked like a giant tail. A gleaming light flickered like a flame at the bottom where a cluster of seaweed was. As I parted the seaweed, a crystal-encrusted sword sat atop the sand. I took it proudly like I had just been knighted.
#Inktober2020writersedition Karissa crouched down below a bush. The thicket had been calm, but finally, a deer came. Steadily, she raised her bow. She heard leaves crunching behind her and hesitated. Her hands trembled when she felt an arrow resting on the back of her head like she had become the prey.Â
#Inktober2020writersedition He scurried from the castle, his eyes gleamed like daffodils, and he gleefully laughed. The goblin's shabby pants pockets were bulging at his sides. They were filled to the brim with an array of rainbow jewels. His right pocket was bursting at the seam, leaving a trail of treasure behind.