Raison d'être - Sophira's sole protector is gone, and there is no place for her within the village. She leaves her only home, and begins to discover the true meanings of freedom and identity. (10,696 words. Adventure/Fantasy) --Tasha

Mardi Gras - A blind boy and a masked man meet in a dark forest. (2,163 words. Mystery/Suspense) --Dianna

Lilac - The memories won't leave her alone, but she wishes some of them could be forgotten... (2,358 words. Fiction) --Tamiko

A Strange Day - Running for her life from her strange attackers, Sasha finally encounters someone who just might be able to help her. But can she trust him? (1,465 words. Horror/Fantasy) --Helen

The Deepest Tear - A touching and memorable poem about betrayal. (78 words. Poetry) --Christine

My Mission - Alyssa is sworn to protect the charming Prince Curtis... but she is also sworn to betray him. (8,321 words. Adventure/Fantasy) --Zoe