Running
“Stop it, mama!” I yelled. “Stop it!” My mom stepped forward and took another swing. Her fist smashed the side of my face. “You’re the worst child I’ve ever…
The Other End
A cold nose against my neck woke me. I tried to leap to my feet, terrified that some scavenger thought my cold body could be its dinner. Or breakfast, to judge…
Down Goes the Puppy
“Good morning, sir, I am Detective DeGrasso and this here is Detective Novak. We’d like to ask you a few questions, if we may...” Braggs pivoted instantly and…