A Web of Deceit
Jenny had had enough of Tim's deceptions. Always he had a ready excuse for being late home. 'The phone never stopped ringing honey' or 'the boss needed my help'. He was treating her like a fool. She got out her craft box and set…
What are you looking at.
What are you looking at, Faisal, it maybe an evil spirit, comeway child. But mother its only a kindly old snake. Just look into her eyes mother. Slowly Zinder moved around the village, each time she found her quarry she would…
The Potter’s Daughter
The day was damp, just right for working the clay that Samuel had dug out of the bank. He had sent his apprentices home, for he had been given a special commission. The priest had been quite clear. If Samuels…
The Nature of the Beast
Walking this beautiful passageway one could be forgiven for not seeing the true reality of life here. To the left Madam Shaffener kept a house of ill repute, her sixtyone cats terrorised the neighbourhood birds. To the right Mr Nutter…
The Stones of Man
Yes it was one of those days, hot and bone dry. Jelmelda wondered why she had allowed Omo to talk her into agreeing with Adam's plan. The inhabitants of this world were so difficult. The men were barbarous, as for…
Welcome to Fate
I boarded the ferry leaving the mainland behind, my steed took the opportunity to cool down. I inspected my fellow travellers. They ignored me for my travel worn appearance belied my station. At the Castle they would have a shock…
The Lane – All Steamed Up
I knew of it, most young chaps did, but you needed transport to get there. Preferably smart four wheeled transport. Did red leather seats and a walnut dash count, I hoped it did, as my old trusty MG growled its…
Agony or Paradise
As a brigade of ants marched towards me I found myself wondering what sort of place I had come to. The wave of heat that had stuck me as I left the plane had been replaced by the evening breeze…