holiday - Stories

The Gulf of Stintino, in Sardinia (Italy), a shower after the sun and the sea water, the light goes out.

And then it is a matter of tact, isn't it?

We give you twenty-four bits and pieces of all flavors to celebrate the most mystical time of the year.

Through his own initiative, Benji discovers the meaning of Christmas.

White Elephant Prompt Present Game #13

"You're not being sneaky. The little girl deserves the doll you saw her stare at, her eyes wide and her little palms clenched together under her chin. You'll just drop it off on their porch on Christmas Eve, just like Santa. You're about to sneak away, but..."

In most of the northern hemisphere, today is the darkest, longest night of the year; the Winter Solstice. Not where I am, however. Today is just as dark as yesterday, and the day before that, and it will be just as dark tomorrow.

TJ takes a walk down memory lane as he thinks back over the past few years and how his life has changed.

Asher and Seth are on a mission to save two younger boys with a troubled past. Kyle is not quite 10 and a genius. He knows he's gay, but has very troubling thoughts about the future. Freck is a freckle-faced boy, not quite 12, a gay high school sophomore with a history of drug use and a suicide attempt. Can Asher and Seth help both boys and give Kyle the greatest gift of all for Chanukah, the gift of love?

A sappy Xmas short story.

Charlie Boone and friends get together in the magical town of Twombly for a Christmas party and magic show. Better late than never!

A young couple’s date seems to be ruined by a blackout. The ancient ship that carries them may be dying as they find romance. This young couple faces a challenge, will they find a new home before their ship fails?