A collection of shorter works exploring various themes and genres.
Original short story, 2025
A tense psychological tale about confronting claustrophobia in an antique shop. When a perfect pair of ice skates catches the narrator's eye, he must navigate eight terrifying steps through a narrow, cluttered aisle to reach them.
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Original short story, 2025
A poignant World War I tale told from the perspective of Alexandre, a homing pigeon carrying messages between the lines. Set against the backdrop of the Argonne Forest, this story explores sacrifice, loyalty, and the cost of war on both human and animal lives.
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Published in Spring Street Literary Magazine, 2022
A retired baseball player reflects on his career and the game that changed everything. This story explores themes of aging, memory, and the enduring power of sports to shape our lives.
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Columbus Dispatch Sunday Magazine, 2021
A meditation on the solitary pleasure of running through quiet neighborhoods at dawn. This piece captures the intersection of physical activity and creative inspiration.
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From "Just Paper and Ink" anthology, 2013
A humorous look at the dynamics of a local writing group, where personalities clash and creativity blooms in unexpected ways.
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