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Reflecting on the Future (Caveman Chronicles)

The Index -|- Zara sighed and leaned back. The workbench in front of her was littered with parts and pieces. She had collected every known gadget that her Mama had made and sequestered herself away from everyone. for days. Am I afraid? Perhaps a little. Prudence seems wise at this point, and we are not … Continue reading Reflecting on the Future (Caveman Chronicles)

Book Update – Forsaking Home

Update: Amazon released a Print-On-Demand hardcover, so I’ve added that version of my book. It looks pretty good! The hardcover version of Forsaking Home is available now (315 pages). Previous Update: The paperback version of Forsaking Home is available. It is right at 443 pages. – Cheers! Original post: Over the past few years I … Continue reading Book Update – Forsaking Home

Self-Destruct (Caveman Chronicles)

The Index -|- Zara munched on a small, thin wafter that one of the Ganix women had brought her. It was crispy and contained small chunks of a nut that the Ganix used in many of their foods. The flavor was earthy and slightly sweet. Zara had no idea how they were made, but it … Continue reading Self-Destruct (Caveman Chronicles)

Lying liars gonna lie

“They’re lying to you. You know that, right?” I took my eyes off of the squirrel digging for acorns in the yard. The winter had been warm so far, and it was humongously fat. “Who is?” “Everyone.” Gina’s face was serious as she stared at me as if trying to bore a hole through my … Continue reading Lying liars gonna lie

skrriiiitch!

The skrriiiitch of sharp fingernail echoed on the metal wall behind me. I grimaced and swiped a hand across my crusty, gray overalls before pulling hair down to muffle the penetrating noise. I bent closer to the object in front of me and whispered silently. “With perfection comes escape.” I mentally traced the thin, curved … Continue reading skrriiiitch!

The Xi Must be Destroyed (Caveman Chronicles)

The Index -|- Kpleeb leaned against the far wall of the cave at the entrance to the smaller antechamber. Behind him, the cool of the stone emanated from the darkness. From inside the cave, there was no indication whether it was dark or light outside, but he had just risen. He knew that his’s body’s … Continue reading The Xi Must be Destroyed (Caveman Chronicles)

The Xi (Caveman Chronicles)

The Index -|- It had been a long night, and Kpleeb was exhausted. Despite his dulled senses and achingly wooden legs, a list of penetrating worries gnawed at his mind. What if Jariit escaped the bonds? What if Zara fell asleep and it has killed her? What if I missed some wreckage and there is … Continue reading The Xi (Caveman Chronicles)

Jariit (Caveman Chronicles)

The Index -|- The angle split slowly revealing a small compartment. Inside was a compartment that was lit by a gentle, white glow. The entity that was reclined nearly onto its back began to move. The figure that stepped out of the fissure was thin and pale and reminded Kpleeb of Uuiit. They were certainly … Continue reading Jariit (Caveman Chronicles)

Dangerous Angles (Caveman Chronicles)

The Index -|- Kpleeb tripped as he crossed the threshold. He landed on his knees and palms and skidded painfully to a stop. It was a momentary and blinding pain, but hopped up quickly. “Zara!” he hollered at the trees that blocked the cave mouth from the outside world. Tears wet his face, and his … Continue reading Dangerous Angles (Caveman Chronicles)

Awake Preludium

A raging night dawns, the first in my life time. My bones crackle like wildfire. I was told it would be so. On the edge of the world, I gaze at the approaching cloud. Its impenetrable dust glistens and blinds my sight, blocking the echoes of eternity.A pulse. The strain on my soul increases, and … Continue reading Awake Preludium