The Opening Night Jitters – a Halloween story

The Opening Night Jitters Billy put the last body in place and let out a long breath. It was done. At least his part in it. Beyond the zombies and the skeletons wasn’t his problem, that was Mark’s job, and if Mark was still making eyes at Dani, well, that sir, wasn’t his problem, now… Continue reading The Opening Night Jitters – a Halloween story

The Fear of Clowns – a Halloween tale

THE FEAR OF CLOWNS As dark as the night was, the smoke coming from the fire was thicker, and blacker, and blotted out the sliver of moon that hung low in the sky. The moon watched things more closely on Halloween night, and watched keenly, and tonight there was much to see. The man, well… Continue reading The Fear of Clowns – a Halloween tale

The Skelebration of Scares

On Friday, October 9th, Pages Bookstore will be host to the SKELEBRATION OF SCARES, an event that will bring a little Halloween to the monthly Art Walk in downtown Flint. The SKELEBRATION OF SCARES will feature local and regional writers and storytellers telling tales that will sends shivers down the spine and will bring in… Continue reading The Skelebration of Scares

As the dusky leaves do fall…

PS - I have no idea what the hell dusky leaves are but, dammit, it sounds all, you know, writerly. Like it seems to make sense. Sorta. PPS - You shouldn't begin the post with the end, but, you know, I just saved you from sitting through the credits. So, yeah, you're welcome. It has… Continue reading As the dusky leaves do fall…