That was great. I love horror and how easy it seemed for you to create such an impactful micro story. I tend to add a lot of story line to my stories so it's hard for me to create micro stories.
Thank you, Pennie! I had to whittle this micro down to its barest bits, but perhaps someday I’ll flesh it out into something that looks more like a short story! I really appreciate you reading.
Justin, this is a good one for fall! I’m forever impressed (scarred?😂) by “Something Evil” a 1972 Steven Spielberg made for TV Movie. It starts with a barn. A big old farmhouse, a sweet family, creepy neighbors... you can watch the whole thing on YouTube. But beware! 😁
Thank you so much for reading and for sharing that with me. I’ve never watched Something Evil, but now I think I ought to! (If I can muster up the courage...😄)
I rarely write horror, so the new prompt will be a good challenge. Looking forward to it. 🧛♂️
Same here, Mark. I’m happy to hear you’re looking forward to it. Thanks a bunch for reading!
LOVE the last line!
Thanks so much, Kim!
Yeeeps. Perfectly creepy for a dark, damp October day. Chilling last line.
Thank you, Sharron!
Loved this micro-horror story!
Thanks so much, Jason!
I haven't tried horror as a genre so looking forward to the nudge to give it a go, Justin. This was quietly chilling. Excellent inspiration
Thank you so much for reading, Barrie. I don’t often dip into this genre either, but I think it will be a fun change and challenge for us!
Good to nudge our own boundaries. Always learning
That was great. I love horror and how easy it seemed for you to create such an impactful micro story. I tend to add a lot of story line to my stories so it's hard for me to create micro stories.
Thank you, Pennie! I had to whittle this micro down to its barest bits, but perhaps someday I’ll flesh it out into something that looks more like a short story! I really appreciate you reading.
It was my pleasure.
Justin, this is a good one for fall! I’m forever impressed (scarred?😂) by “Something Evil” a 1972 Steven Spielberg made for TV Movie. It starts with a barn. A big old farmhouse, a sweet family, creepy neighbors... you can watch the whole thing on YouTube. But beware! 😁
Thank you so much for reading and for sharing that with me. I’ve never watched Something Evil, but now I think I ought to! (If I can muster up the courage...😄)
A ghostly DM. Awesome.
Thank you, Joseph!
This would make for a great scary picture book!
Oooh, I absolutely love this idea. Thanks for reading, Sherman!
If I'd known about Melinda Gray I would have gone elsewhere, too. Spooky tale!
Likewise, Bill! Thanks so much for reading!
Thank you Justin for a perfectly crafted very short horror story. A welcome distraction from the true horrors emerging from the Middle East.
Thank you for reading and commenting, Sharon! Ugh, I know. What a terribly sad and horrific situation unfolding over there.
Good one. You lead the reader into fearing for the teens, whereas our thoughts centre on Melinda Gray, whom no one loved and no one cares for, still.
Thank you so much for reading, Linda. I’ve enjoyed reading your comments and the way you unpack my stories. Spot on! Very much appreciated! 🙏
So spooky! Love it 🖤
Thank you so much, Cecilia. I’m really happy you enjoyed it! 👻
Perfect story for this time of the year, Justin! Just great!
Thank you so much, Kim! I may try to go even darker for this coming Monday...stay tuned. 👻
EEWWWWEEEEKAAAAACCCKKBLAARGH..ICKY
My attempt at onomatopoeia for what that story just did to me. 😂
Hahaha! I’m sorry I put you through that. 😄
Thank you so much for reading!
Enjoyed this.
Thank you, Robert!