Fearless. . . 2 of a Kind. . .All on Red

Fearless

Footsteps echo from pillar to pillar in the parking lot. Keys pierce my palm. The woman, her briefcase swinging, passes this fellow traveler and nods.

Reprinted in Best of 2024 Nailpolish Stories

2 of a Kind

The state fair barker teases, “You two twins?” “Nope, sweethearts.” He didn’t notice your hand in mine and the kiss you snuck on my neck.

All on Red

My ruby lipstick matches my sweater and pumps. Beyond blushing, my blood bubbles and boils. This all-American woman seethes when he sneers and spits, “Bitch.”

Published in Nailpolish Stories December 2024 Titles based on nailpolish colors and limited to 25 words.