cliffordben502
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I have 18 stories published in
6 collections on the site.
My stories have been read 14769 times
and 22 of my stories have been cherry picked.
My stories
Boundaries (prologue and chapter 1)
Just the opening to a dark comedy novel/la I'm writing about a grandmother, her daughter, and grandson. Let me know if you think it's a good opening.
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Cinderblock Graffiti
A mother recounting her visit to her jailed teenage son - a boy who's done something unthinkable. Second draft - let me know what you think.
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Because Of The Color (Short Story)
I am standing on the corner of Main and Second when I suddenly become self-conscious of my sweater.
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Hissing Of Summer Lawns (Novellette? opening)
2020 The moment my skin separates from material, fingertip from ceramic, I struggle against an overwhelming sense of regret. I’ve done it, of course...
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All Good (short story) part 2 of 2
"That’s good,” he repeats, “because then I can keep you safe from all of it.” I don’t know what he means, but I put my bag down. It knocks over a...
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