Her bare feet looked vulnerable as she maneuvered through the treacherous forest; every step entangled them in spider webs and thorny weeds, and with each carefully placed foot, blood oozed from the earth and settled between her toes.

The Dishcloth by Laura Barker Sometimes wishes come true.

Death Doula by K. Hartless With lambskin gloves they usher to you to the next life, but first they must strip you of your life, you prayers, and your mystery. Travel light my sweet soul.

Jennifer Green reminds us the road to hell is paved not only with good intentions, but even judgmental self aggrandizing ones.

The Silence by Maggie Nerz Iribarne When your sister shines so bright you freeze in her shadows.

L’Enchantement de la Fille de Joie By Keily Blair

A healer who lives on the outskirts of the village finds a body that she didn’t leave there.