by Cherise Papa | May 14, 2025 | Flash Fiction, Literary
Jeremy clenched his fists in his lap as he watched the couple from the pews. The bride stared into the groom’s proud eyes, and the pastor smiled as he prattled on as if this was the most joyous occasion. The wedding was decorated like happiness. A respected...
by Cherise Papa | Jul 10, 2024 | Flash Fiction, Literary
Jacob sat on the edge of the hospice bed, clinging to Marianne’s frail hand. A knife stabbed his heart with each of her frail breaths. “I’m so tired,” she mumbled, her lips thin and pale. He held her hand to his cheek, her skin ice to...
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 | Sep 21, 2022 | Flash Fiction, Literary
Molly leans over in her wheelchair and ruffles my head. Her fingers linger in my fur as she blinks back tears. I whine and press my wet nose into her neck, making her laugh-sob. One of Molly’s grown pups pats her shoulder, and my ears twitch. “Mom, it’s time. Your...
