Everything is a book cover. We spend our waking lives making judgements that impact on how we interact with the world around us. Consider the phrase "don't judge a book by its cover" and why it simply doesn't work. If you don't judge a book by its Point of Sale advertisement how are we to …
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With his sight tinged with green flecks and loud shadows, Rusty stumbled onto the platform not knowing how he'd got there or where he was going. Slouched against an unwelcoming pillar he blinked away confusion that clouded his mind. Had there been a party? He remembered garlic lights and glittering music. His memory slipped through …
This painting is by the wonderfully gifted artist Christina Deubel and is called Courageous. Take a moment to gaze in awe at its beauty. Don't read any more, because these words are mere filler to this exquisite work of art. Just sit and look. Take it all in. Come on, work with me here dear …
Glittering cracker jacks shock the sky. Red silk banners. Rippling in reply. Hands raised on deck. Cheering. Celebrating. Champagne corks burst. Froth and sparkle. Music booms. Dancers sway. Happy faces. The Indigo Spider sets sail. Ahoy! This short story was inspired by Indigo Spider’s Sunday Picture Press – a challenge to write between 50 and …
Dear Young David, I've pondered long and hard about how I would start writing a letter to you, my younger self, and what I would say to you. And after mulling over all the grand openings and introductions I finally settled on this: Hey little fella, welcome to the world! It's the best I could …
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