by Cherise Papa | Mar 16, 2023 | Flash Fiction, Literary
Presenting this week’s flash fiction! This one is a little different, but I loved writing it all the same! When her father was drunk, she painted the walls. Green for when he fell asleep quickly, snores floating from the living room. Blue for when he sobbed,...
by Cherise Papa | Mar 9, 2023 | Flash Fiction, Horror
Mismatched mirrors covered the dilapidated shed’s walls, each with a face trapped within its frame. Detective Thomas’ insides squirmed, his flashlight illuminating mirrors even on the ceiling. Thomas stopped at a larger one, a square bathroom sink mirror that matched...
by Cherise Papa | Mar 2, 2023 | Fantasy, Flash Fiction
When I read goblet, I was instantly taken to a drunk bard… and their reputations. I couldn’t resist! I hope you enjoy this week’s Wednesday Words! “Do you need help with anything else?” the barmaid asked as she dressed, her breathing panicked as...
by Cherise Papa | Feb 27, 2023 | Fantasy, Flash Fiction, Romance
A few days late, but here is my take on the prompt for Wednesday Words, February 22, 2023. In a single pass through the waterfall of truth, everything fell away. The lies, the guilt and hesitations, the scales the siren hid behind. She tried to cover her face with her...
by Cherise Papa | Feb 16, 2023 | Flash Fiction, Paranormal
She lit the final candle, muttering the last words of command. A breeze whipped through the shed, nearly putting out the candles, and a swirl of dust formed inside the summoning circle. “Please, help me find a way to stay alive!” the girl begged, trying to sound stern...
