Nicknamed Virginia Werewoofe by one critic because of her use of demons and ghosts, uncanny fiction writer, housewife and breadwinner, Shirley Jackson earned the reputation of master of the horror tale after her famous novel, The Lottery was published. 39 Words This was written for the Weekend Writing Prompt by Sammi Cox. For instructions, click Here. …
Playing it Safe
After my husband died six years ago and our son, Leon moved out, I had to sell our house and find an apartment. Leon’s now living in Atlanta with his family. They have encouraged me to move in with them but I think I should. For the first time in my life, I feel completely …
Ife’s Loss
"He was only twenty-nine!" Ife couldn't believe it. Her ex-husband, Damba was dead. "What happened?" she asked her brother, Irumba. It was a Sunday afternoon and she was at home. Miremba was out with her friends. Irumba had stopped by to give her the news. "He was killed in road accident. It was caused by over-speeding which resulted …
Toshiro Learns About Miremba
When she showed up in the suite on Saturday afternoon and saw him wearing a red tee shirt and a pair of jeans, she was shocked. She wasn't used to seeing him in casual clothes. It made him even more attractive and irresistible. He smiled when he saw the way she was looking at him. …
Sherry’s Story
I want to tell somebody but who will believe me? Who will believe that the man who uses me for a punching bag is one of New York's finest? I'm just a former exotic dancer who had the misfortune of getting hooked up with the wrong man. I guess I was flattered by the attentions …
Another Bad Day
Dear Diary, I had another BAD day today. Mom and I got into another one of our huge arguments. She's always finding fault with me. I just can't seem to do anything right. I'm sick and tired of this. Sometimes, I wish I could run away but where would I go? I can't stay at …
Notes to Women 