The Knight of January
He rides out alone into the new and open world. Shivering but protected. The ending of his story far in the distance. Damian Mark Whittle
Antlers (Jack’s Story)
The following is an extract from an interview with a recent employee of the controversial Bureau for Genetic and Biological Concerns. This department has recently been the object both of praise and… Read more Antlers (Jack’s Story) →
Lighting for a Mermaid: A Short Story
This is my short story Lighting for a Mermaid which was recently shortlisted for the Artificium ‘In Brief’ Winter competition. Think of it as one last look back at Winter before the… Read more Lighting for a Mermaid: A Short Story →
The Tale of Saint Joan
I’m three hours into my shift when she comes into A&E. Young girl. In her twenties, though just barely. Eyes not really taking anything in, legs hardly holding her up. She’s so… Read more The Tale of Saint Joan →
Short Fiction: Plan B
While he waited for the University to answer his call, Jake looked around at his workshop. It really was a mess. Tools and clutter everywhere. Stains on the tiled floor. It just… Read more Short Fiction: Plan B →
The Descent – A Short Story
After a few moments’ consideration, Lucas decided to trust to his luck and eat the food that was set before him. True, the meat looked as far from appetizing as… Read more The Descent – A Short Story →
Spiderling – A Short Story
Spiderling i Scott looked down onto the road, trying to recall the exact moment of change. The point of transition from ‘he’ to ‘it’. Identifying by a gender seemed absurd… Read more Spiderling – A Short Story →
Finding Futures – A Short Story
The door of the capsule closed behind me and my transport receded into the past. Eventually it would run aground in some distant age, beyond even prehistory. It hurt to… Read more Finding Futures – A Short Story →
