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Dogs of Doomsday – Short Story
Scooter barked protestations as he ran through the crumbling concrete with rumble chasing him through and over metal shards and beams. He wanted to look back at the other two dogs but he was too focused on the opening up ahead. A concrete block fell and hit his shoulder as he leapt through the collapsing…
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Healthkill System – Short Story
“You have to face facts, the system was put in place to cope with the current state of national healthcare. Let’s not put any more stress on your children Mrs. Andrews. This is better for everyone.” The insurance specialist was practically whispering into her ear, not wanting the others to hear. Stephanie spoke louder so…
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A Farewell to Past Years – Short Story
Ian walked into the living room and noticed a silence in the air that should have been filled with jubilation and excitement. Christmas felt like it was already over, the kids were sitting next to each other on the couch with their VR helmets as if nothing ever happened. Wrapping paper was strung about the…
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Cyber Christmas – Short Story
The first night of December was the easiest. Every night since then it became harder and harder to sleep. Sophia would toss and turn in her egg-shaped sleep chamber, getting worse as the days went by. The mood-altering luminescence didn’t help. Thoughts of unopened packages went through her head. But this time she contemplated why…
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Killing Christmas – Short Story
“And today’s top story: There are further reports of more killings related to the Acid Killer in the Midwest. Seven more deaths have been attributed to the serial killer. Victims received a package from a mysterious sender. When the packages were opened the contents would spray the victims with hydrochloric acid.” The newscaster was monotone, his…
Karl Kirkpatrick 