Out of the Box Short Stories
Out of the Box Short Stories
Ben closed the buttons of his coat, trying to ward off the chill that had penetrated through to his bones as he strode quickly across the pavement. Being a fan of cool, blustery fall days wasn’t something he could claim. The wind whipped at his back, making his pants…
As I set out for my morning walk, the thin line of red in the east catches my eye as it comes and goes between the houses I pass, slowly brightening the sky above me. I don’t mind starting out so early. When it’s so still and quiet…
He descended through the roof quickly and penetrated through the ceiling, his feet landing on the worn carpet. Tucking his wings in beside his body, he straightened, the tool in his hands heavy with purpose. With surprise and excitement, four pairs of eyes turned to take him in. Four angels…
Hot steam poured from the kettle’s mouth as it whistled angrily, demanding Patricia’s attention. Hurrying over, she turned the stove down and lifted the kettle to pour hot water into her waiting cup. Setting the kettle back onto the element, she reached for a spoon and stirred the…
Carter closed the door softly behind him as he left the busy house and walked down the steps to the walkway. His brother and his wife were hosting the family Christmas gathering this year, their place big enough to accommodate the large group. But even with the space, the house…
CHAPTER 1 Poland, 1920 David Kohn shuddered in the cool breeze as he fumbled with the buttons on his coat with one hand. His other hand grasped two large travel bags containing some of their treasured possessions. A tremor took root in his middle, his faith…
CHAPTER 1 Russia, September 1941 Angel generals, Deliverer and Wrath, stood in the fiery carriage harnessed to two pure, white glorious horses. They watched as the battle raged beneath them. They were hovering above the Russian landscape and the air was full of fiery carriages and…
Jed looked at his watch for the third time in minutes. Julia should have been here by now. He’d expected her arrival fifteen minutes ago. This wasn’t like her at all. Punctuality could be her second name. Worry crowded him and he tried not to fidget with the…
