• Hore Abby
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    The þræll glared over the railing as Ingrid inspected the bones. They were smooth and clean, in perfect condition. They’d be a nice gift for her father.  “You do good work,” she praised. “I won’t regret buying you.” The girl muttered something and ducked behind the railing. She could sulk all she liked; they would ...
  • Freshwater Eels
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                            Ebony shadows gather in darkness                                     Most by swimming, some by walking                                     Gulping snakes slippery and soft                                     Wriggling fingers freed from hands                                     Disgustingly mysterious, fascinatingly stomach-churning                                     Creatures seen, but never unseen                                     Brought to light through no fault of their own                                     Squirming their way into our thoughts ...
  • Ocean Waves
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    “I’m so glad you’re back!” Maya screamed as she ran across the terminal to me. My face warmed as I noticed almost everyone turned to look at us. I ignored them and smiled nonetheless as my best friend rammed into me with a bear hug. “I would never miss your wedding!” She was the only ...
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    We sat side by side It felt as if we were miles apart Our cups dangled with our feetWe watched as waves crashed against the walls We talked for hours, all our words felt like whispersWas he hiding something? I couldn’t tell The breeze so strong The faint smell of salt in the airLosing reason ...