by Jim Stitzel | Jul 26, 2024 | Stories
It is an abomination. A creature straight out of nightmare. It has the head and body of a cat, the tail of a scorpion, legs of a spider, and claws like a lobster. It skitters across the ceiling of the ancient, buried temple, seemingly unaware of gravity. There is very...
by Jim Stitzel | Jul 23, 2024 | Stories
“Full moon tonight.” “Yup.” “You know what that means….” “Yup. Werewolves.” “No, silly. Moon sprites.” “Moon… sprites.” “Yes, moon sprites!” “What are moon...
by Jim Stitzel | Jul 22, 2024 | Stories
This entry is part 15 of 18 in the series The DarkI walked those crazy, twisted pathways for hours, and still I failed to catch up with you. Every now and again, I heard your laugh, both near and distant at the same time. The acoustics in this place were odd, seeming...
by Jim Stitzel | Jul 19, 2024 | Stories
This entry is part 13 of 13 in the series Market of the MacabreThe city streets shimmered in the sun. An old man, draped in a dark cloak, marched along one of those streets. His head was hooded, obscuring most of his face. But that was alright. Most who visited the...
by Jim Stitzel | Jul 17, 2024 | Stories
“I object,” Jasper said morosely. “To what?” the fairy mother replied. Her expression and tone of voice both bespoke surprise. “You’re about to cross the long bridge to Haven. What’s to object to?” Jasper shook his head,...
